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Tex Mex Chicken Bowl
Why should tacos have all the fun? These chicken bowl are just as fast and easy. Uber flavorful spiced chicken. The marinade packs a big citrusy punch with lime, lemon, garlic and chiles. I recommend seeking out sun-dried chile powder if you can, as it makes a world of difference. It’s very easy to source online.
You don’t need a silver fork to eat good food. –Paul Prudhomme
Beef and Ginger Stir-Fry
Want to increase your kitchen productivity? Consider preparing all of your ingredients in advance by slicing and measuring them. In the same amount of time, it takes to prepare a pot of rice, you can go from raw components to a beautiful stir-fry.
“Food is symbolic of love when words are inadequate.” – Alan D. Wolfelt
Adobo Pork Tenderloin
with a side of Sweet Potatoes and Poblano Peppers
The national dish of the Philippines is adobo. The recipe can be altered in a variety of ways depending on the cooking tastes and personal style of each cook. Every Filipino will tell you that their version is always the greatest. However, all adobo recipes call for soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaves, garlic, and black pepper, regardless of the location or individual variation.
Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together. No matter what culture, everywhere around the world, people eat together. – Guy Fieri
Spicy Sweet Shrimp and Water Chestnut
One of my go-to proteins, shrimp, is excellent for a quick weeknight supper and makes it simple to make midweek dinners in a pinch. The quick preparation methods for shrimp include boiling, roasting, grilling, and pan-frying. My ideal way to prepare them is as a quick evening supper, like this spicy sweet shrimp and water chestnut dish. A dash of chili heat has been added to liven up the sauce.
Get people back into the kitchen and combat the trend toward processed food and fast food. - Andrew Well
Moo Shu Beef Steak Bowl
Many people need to return to their jobs and schools. Stick to one-pan (or one-pot) dinners to give yourself a break when it comes to dinner. This classic Mandarin Chinese recipe is one that can be made with either ground beef or pork. I prefer utilizing thinly sliced beef steak. This dish which I commonly referred to as the Chinese version of a burrito The filling is encased in a thin pancake made of water and flour, or you may buy one of those Mexican flour tortillas, but for today's meal, I'm having this with steamed Japanese white rice.
“Cooking is at once child's play and adult joy. And cooking done with care is an act of love.” ― Craig Claiborne
Ciambotta Reimagined- Italian Summer Stew
An all-in-one dish for a homey vegetable stew bursting with summery flavors. One thing about summer vegetables that never changes is how delicious they are. It has been transformed into a hearty, savory feast with the addition of pasta and Italian sausage.
“To me, food is as much about the moment, the occasion, the location, and the company as it is about the taste.” – Heston Blumenthal
Asian Flavor Infused Beef Pot Roast
The traditional pot roast recipe is a classic for a reason, but it's fun to alter it to give it a stronger flavor. Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and sesame oil are three flavors I enjoy. Whatever the recipe, combining them always makes me happy. This roast satisfies my cravings for hearty, comforting cuisine, one that I make and that feels like a treat for myself.
“One of the very nicest things about life is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating.” – Luciano Pavarotti
Orange Lime Chile Chicken Roast with Carrots
Using a marinade that improves the texture and flavor of the chicken, which for me means adding some spiciness, sweetness, and tang, This one contains chiles de árbol's smokey, mild heat, maple syrup's sticky sweetness, oranges' fragrant tang, and rosemary and garlic's savory balance. Meat becomes moist. The chicken and carrots practically confit together as a whole dinner that can be served right from the baking pan at the table. If you'd like, include a side of fluffy rice and a small green salad.
“Learn to do common things uncommonly well; we must always keep in mind that anything that helps full the dinner pail is valuable.” ― George Washington Carver
Hong Shao Rou - Chinese Red Braised Pork
In China, a dish called Hong Shao Rou, also known as red braised pork or red cooked pork, is highly well-known. Everyone is familiar with it, and there are numerous variations and new twists on the original. The dish's melt-in-your-mouth quality is the consequence of a protracted braising procedure in which the liquid is reduced and thickened. The sauce is typically sticky, sweet, and thick. Steamed rice and veggies are typically served with it. A favorite over the holidays.
“I am not a glutton—I am an explorer of food.” – Erma Bombeck
Sambal Goreng Shrimp
This Sambal Goreng is perfect if you enjoy spicy meals! Bold and satisfying without being overpowering is this classic Indonesian dish. Known by many different names, sambal goreng is a class of Indonesian meals that begin with frying sambal in hot oil to create a spice paste known as bumbu. Sambal is a chili condiment that is used throughout Indonesia and comes in hundreds of varieties. The essence of a superb sambal goreng is in the sambal itself, and this particular rendition is aromatic with shallots, ginger, and tamarind, as well as the distinctive spiciness of chiles. When cooked, this meal has an amazing fragrance that I like. It tastes great with a side steam rice.
“The more you know, the better you cook.“ –Alton Brown
Kung Pao Pork
The perfect blend of salt, sweetness, tang, and fire makes kung pao chicken a Chinese takeaway favorite. You can customize the recipe to your liking when you cook the dish at home. Adjust the amount of chiles to suit your family's tastes; you may also use cubed chicken thighs, breasts, or ground pork, as I have done here. You can even replace the peanuts with cashews or walnuts. For this kung pao pork, be sure to prepare some steam rice and any desired vegetables before heating up your wok. As with many stir-fries, it comes together quickly and is best enjoyed hot. Furthermore, remember to activate the exhaust fan on your stove because frying dried chilies can release smoke.
“One of the very nicest things about life is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating.” – Luciano Pavarotti
Five Spice Pork On A Bed Of Vegetables
You may have wondered about the complex mixture known as the Chinese Five Spice. This is the rationale behind why you should keep it in your spice rack. In case you're craving Chinese food, Chinese Five Spice is a fantastic and versatile ingredient that you might not have on hand. In traditional cooking, this fragrant blend of spices is employed. Given that the combination is meant to include all five of the basic flavors, there should be something sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and savory in this dish. Oh my, how intricate! Both meat and veggies are treated with it.
“I’m obsessed with Chinese food and culture. It’s food that I adore above all others.” – Andrew Zimmern
Shrimp and Prosciutto Pasta Primavera
It's not only a quick dinner made in one pan. It is cooked to a delicious perfection through searing, caramelizing, sautéing, and simmering. You simply must try this dish of delicate pasta, veggies, and just the right amount of salty, savory prosciutto and shrimp in a light creamy sauce. It's crisp, light, and loaded with vegetables. I want to eat just that.
“A good cook is like a sorceress who dispenses happiness.” ― Elsa Schiaparelli
Vegetable Frittata
Frittatas are a terrific way to prepare elegant brunches, hearty and quick breakfasts, and meals that help empty the fridge. Frittatas are delicious warm, cold, or room temperature. In comparison to certain other egg recipes, it is far less fussy. It has almost enough space for everything. Add whatever strange things or leftovers you have lingering in your refrigerator to your frittata. It is really adaptable. And it is really easy to make them. Once the basic formula has been mastered.
A recipe has no soul. You, as the cook, must bring soul to the recipe. –Thomas Keller
Beef Stew with Gremolata
Many people find cooking at home to be intimidating. But that's precisely why I enjoy searching for and utilizing all of these shortcut ideas to make amazing renditions of traditional recipes. A beautiful dinner that will wow your special dinner guest, made much better if it comes together quickly.
The green garnish on top of this meal is called Gremolata. Garlic, lemon zest, and chopped parsley are the ingredients of gremolata. This dish was transformed into an incredible, incredibly delicious stew with a simple addition.
“If you're afraid of butter, use cream.”― Julia Child
Mexican Chicken Stew
Mexican Chicken Stew
I credit Dave Lieberman of the Food Network with inspiring me to make this version of Mexican chicken stew. This tasty, filling, and quick Mexican chicken stew is so easy to prepare. It's a favorite for busy evenings and tastes great. I like to play around with different recipes that use rotisserie chicken, but you can cook and shred your own chicken if you'd rather. I prefer chunks over shredded. The tender, shredded rotisserie chicken adds to the stew's deep, flavorful flavors.
FYI. You will notice that i made some minor changes like I prefer chunks of meat over shredded.
"Hard work should be rewarded by good food." - Ken Follett
Black Peppercorn Beef Stew
Think of this dish as a tribute to the undervalued but frequently used spice, black peppercorn. The beef is marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, and freshly ground pepper before being seared all over to create a deep, rich flavor for the stew. After that, the liquid is reduced to a thick, rich sauce and the vegetables are cooked until soft. This stew, which takes its cues from Indian cooking, is cooked with garam masala powder, which harnesses the potency of spices like cumin, bay leaves, cloves, and cinnamon to produce a flavorful, complex dish. Add the red bell peppers and zucchini last for a colorful finish. Accompany with warm rice.
“There are people in the world so hungry, that God cannot appear to them except in the form of bread.” ― Mahatma Gandhi
Chili Raspberry Pork Chop
Layering flavors - The marinade is a simple concoction of sugar, soy sauce, and a small amount of five-spice powder. Chill the seasoned chops for an extended period of time if you can. A deep-fried pork chop with a crispy sweet potato starch coating. Finished with a delectable, smoky, sweet glaze of rich raspberry jam and smoky ancho chili powder.
FYI: You may skip the last step and still have a tasty dish to be pleased with.
"Food is such an important part of our lives, and sometimes we tend to diminish the importance of that, because we rely on conveniences or because our lives are so complicated. We forget about those moments that we can actually share around the table with our family, with our friends, with our loved ones." - Thomas Keller
Beef and Broccoli
Broccoli and beef go well together, and this quick and simple stir-fry makes the most of it. There are several of recipes for broccoli beef, but my favorite is the one that calls for sesame oil. This is a basic stir-fried dish that is enhanced by the sweet taste of the nutty sesame oil. You can customize this stir-fry dish to use any protein or vegetables you have in your kitchen, and it still gives a fantastic mix of flavors and textures. This meal offers a flavor of traditional Chinese takeout. One of my mother's favorites.
“I am not a glutton - I am an explorer of food” ― Erma Bombeck
Beef Rendang
A delectable dish from the Minangkabau ethnic group in Indonesia, beef rendang is indigenous to the country. The dish was introduced to Malaysia during the Melaka Sultanate era, when Minangkabau settlers from Sumatra moved to the southern region of the Malay peninsula.
Rendang is a curry made using slow-simmered beef that lets the flavors seep into the flesh. A recipe that takes hours to prepare on the burner. Depending on the desired result, the dish must be cooked in coconut milk with all of the spices for a specified length of time. The original recipe needs to be cooked for two to three hours minimum until dry. To ensure you have leftovers, I suggest that you make a big portion. Over the next day, the flavors and aroma intensify. Perfect with a bowl of steam rice and your veggies of choice.
FYI: Rendang, creating it from scratch may seem difficult or time-consuming to someone who works. You can take a shortcut by using Rendang paste. This will shorten the preparation period.
"Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together." — Guy Fieri