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Asian, Soup

Miso Soup

A classic Japanese soup that is better when made from scratch and easy to prepare. *Dashi is a mild Japanese sea stock that serves as the base in many Japanese dishes.

Asian, Main Course

Korean Sticky Chicken – Instant Pot

Korean style sticky chicken combines the sweetness of honey, the saltiness of soy sauce, and the mild heat of Korean chili paste. Gochujang is a Korean chili paste used in many Korean recipes. It, as well as the fish sauce, miso paste, and Mirin can be purchased in Asian markets and many full-line grocery stores.

Asian, Sauces, Dressings, & Stocks

Dashi

Dashi (sea stock) is a simple stock that serves as the base in many Japanese recipes, including Miso Soup. Kombu and Katsuobushi are inexpensive and can be purchased in Asian markets and in some grocery stores. See notes below. Allow stock to cool uncovered. Cover and store in refrigerator up to 1 week. *Special Ingredients

Main Course, Mexican

Chipotle Chicken al Carbon

Ingredients 4 chicken leg quarters or 1 whole chicken cut up Marinade ingredients 1⁄2 sweet onion 1 large garlic clove 1⁄4 cup olive oil 1⁄2 teaspoon Mexican oregano 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1⁄2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 lime, juice of 1 orange, juice of 1 handful cilantro leaf […]