Do you love Thai food? Then you’ve got to try my Easy Thai Salmon and my Homemade Pad Thai! Thai Coconut Soup I love anything with curry in it — soup, noodles, chicken, vegetables … you name it. If it’s got curry in it, I want it! This Thai Coconut Soup Recipe is inspired by the coconut curry soup I love to order at a local Thai restaurant. This sweet and spicy soup has a combination of fragrant, spicy red curry paste mixed with the sweet coconut milk....
Making the creampuffs might seem intimidating but the dough, called choux, is super easy and versatile! how to Make a freakShake A Few Tips and Tricks If your choux looks a bit uneven or raggedy, don’t worry! Brushing with an egg wash will fix everything. You can also wet your finger and smooth/ press down areas that need attention. You can make the choux puffs a day or two ahead and store them in an air-tight container until ready to fill....
I’ve been in Germany for over two week now, visiting family and eating a lot of bread (we always do here, for breakfast and sometimes also for dinner!). I honestly think German bread is probably the best bread in the world! Am I biased? Perhaps, but try this German-style bread roll recipe (Brötchen in German) and tell me what you think! I’ve previously shared recipes for gluten-free French bread (baguette) and flatbreads like pita and Indian naan....
Godhumai rava or broken wheat or lapsi is a grain that I personally feel is highly underused in my family. My dad to begin with would eat anything made with rice rava, but would hesitate if I say that is made with godhumai rava. I am very eager to make a few dishes for him to try when he comes here, so he can actually see that it is equally (if not more) tasty as rice products....
This eggplant dish will pair perfectly with a fresh and light salad like Cucumber and Heirloom Tomato Salad. My love affair with eggplant started when I was a little girl. My mum would make fried eggplant and tomato stacks flavoured simply with salt, pepper, garlic and mayonnaise. They always signaled the end of the summer and the beginning of harvest time for me. I don’t think my dad and brother were as keen on those tasty snacks, so eating them together with my mum became our bonding time!...
Healthier Scotcheroos Scotcheroos are a definite favorite in our house, and for a good reason. The combination of crunchy rice crisps with peanut butter and corn syrup to sweeten things up, along with a decadent chocolate layer on top is just irresistible. So I set out to make a healthier scotcheroos version that are just as good but can be enjoyed with a little bit less guilt! The best part is that it only takes a few simple swaps....
French Baguettes are the most famous symbol of French Culinary Culture and for this month’s Home Baker’s Challenge; Priya Suresh had suggested this recipe for us. This recipe is a very basic recipe with no fat in the dough and it absolutely yields crusty bread. I am also linking this bread to the weekly event, Love to bake, started by Sangee Vijay of Spicy treats. This is my first of many to come post for this week....
published May 23, 2022 Chana masala is a spicy, earthy chickpea curry. It’s a great vegetarian dish that is also very filling, flavorful, and full of healthy herbs and spices that are iconic in Indian cuisine. Also commonly known as Punjabi chole, chole being the Punjabi word for chickpeas, this dish has its roots in Northern India. Now this Indian comfort food has spread all around the world, and those who love its uniquely savory, and spicy flavors are always looking for ways to enjoy it on a regular basis....
This week we are beginning our usual three-day marathon with a specific theme each week. My theme for the week is cooking recipes of my Favorite Celebrity chef. All three days it has to be a different chef. It is going to be so hard for me to choose the three I really like because I have quite a few favorites. The first chef I chose is Chef Sanjeev Kapoor....
Amazingly tender, flavorful, and grilled. It’s all right here in this simple recipe for Korean beef kabobs. And as if Korean beef aka bulgogi wasn’t good enough (more like filling enough) we’re adding onions, peppers, and pineapple and putting it all on a skewer because friends, food that’s put onto a skewer and grilled make me a little weak in the knees. These beef kabobs healthy,tasty, and a complete meal....
published Oct 21, 2022 Curries are a great way to pack a bunch of flavors into a warming and filling dish. They are prepared differently in different places: there’s Indian chicken curry, Thai yellow shrimp curry, and Malaysian curry powder that can be added to chicken, beef, or fish. If you’ve never enjoyed a curry before, it features some type of protein swimming in a thick sauce that’s similar to a stew, plus lots of spices and seasonings....
published Aug 07, 2023 Ful, also known as ful medames, is a traditional breakfast dish that is popular throughout North African and Middle Eastern cuisine. It is a creamy combination of smashed legumes topped with an intensely fresh garlic-herb lemon sauce and delicately diced veggies. If you caught my recent post about the Egyptian version of this dish — Foul Mudammas — you are going to love this related recipe....
The flavors coming from this simple side dish is UNBELEAFABLE. I apologize for the sad fall pun, but I really couldn’t help it. Maple roasted delicata squash is a simple roasted veggie dish that I love making during the cooler months. There are so many ways to serve roasted squash. These slices are a great addition to a hearty autumn salad bowl. Make a salad with tons of nuts, goat cheese, and a drizzle of creamy balsamic dressing....
published Jan 07, 2024 The impact of marinating time on the texture of the chicken can be significant: Keep in mind that different marinade ingredients can also affect the texture differently. For instance, dairy-based marinades (like yogurt) or those containing certain enzymes (like papaya or pineapple) can tenderize the chicken faster than purely acidic marinades. It’s often recommended to follow a recipe’s guidelines for marinating times, especially if you’re using a specific blend of ingredients....
I’m getting all the Mediterranean vibes from this one! Shrimp orzo salad is made with all the best summer ingredients. It starts with a simple vinaigrette that happens to double up as the marinade for the shrimp. And while the shrimp is marinating, you cook up orzo pasta. Toss it with freshly sliced cucumbers, ripe cherry tomatoes, briny feta cheese, fresh dill weed, and those delicious cooked shrimp. It’s got all the elements of a good pasta salad: color, flavor, and crunch!...
Livin’ la vida hot chocolate. Bittersweet chocolate, cinnamon, nutmeg, condensed milk, and a hint of chili powder. How Ahh-mazing. <– I’m sure you’ve figured out that that is not the traditional shopping list for hot cocoa. That’s because we’re doing a twist of the traditional hot chocolate today! Hot cocoa is the stuff that childhood dreams are made of. And if your childhood was anything like mine, then Swiss Miss hot chocolate was definitely a staple....
There are no fancy ingredients involved so they’re super easy to make and will keep well for a few days or can be frozen making them a great prep-ahead treat. For more chocolate and caramel treats check out my Carmelitas and Toffee recipes they’re so delicious! What you need to make this recipe Butter – I use unsalted butter because additional salt is added, make sure your butter is at room temperature....
Mongolian Beef Ramen This may be one of my favorite recipes EVER! This ramen is ridiculously good. Tender, juicy flank steak in a sweet and tangy sauce and tossed with ramen noodles. This is just like PF Chang’s amazing Mongolian Beef. It’s super easy to make this dish and it’s ready in less than 30 minutes! The beef get’s tossed in cornstarch which helps to thicken up the sauce and keeps the meat juicy and tender....
Sprouted beans have more nutrients and health benefits when compared to beans as such. Lots of people are adapting to fresh eating habits and I am one of them. After having read about the many health benefits, I have begun to sprout beans quite often and the most I use is the Moong as they are the easiest to sprout and I love the flavors. I will write a post about how to sprout the moong/mung beans soon....
Warm and cozy is all I want. We are on week 12 of rain here in Houston. Okay, maybe it’s not quite that long, but you get the idea. It’s dark and grey and cloudy. I want to eat healthy, but I also want to check the comfort food box. Something warm and hearty that’s scented with warming spices, tender veggies, and of course rice or pasta. So naturally, a bowl of soup is what comes to mind....
