We tried this recipe: https://www.vietworldkitchen.com/blog/2015/05/fried-rice-tips-curry-recipe.html Our modifications: first, using a large nonstick frying pan, we browned 1 cup chopped, roast turkey in 1 tsp vegetable oil, then seasoned lightly (about ½ tsp) with Maggi Seasoning, and then set aside. Second, we added 2 tsp vegetable oil, then sauteed chopped raw vegetables (1.5 celery stalks, 2… Continue reading Curry fried rice with leftover roast turkey
Tag: leftovers
Simple rotisserie chicken and pasta soup
We did not follow a specific recipe this time, but we threw this together following our instincts. We used ½ a rotisserie chicken, from which we separated the meat from the carcass, loose bones, and skin. First, dice 2 to 3 celery stalks, 1 large carrot, and 1 medium onion. Second, heat 1 Tbsp olive… Continue reading Simple rotisserie chicken and pasta soup
Open-faced rotisserie chicken sandwich with homemade gravy
This was a good use of ¼ rotisserie chicken (2 skin on, bone-in thighs, the back, and a wing) that we had leftover. We made gravy following this recipe: https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/chicken-gravy/ Our modifications: Because we did not have any drippings, I browned the bones (with some meat attached) and skin with about 1 Tbsp vegetable oil… Continue reading Open-faced rotisserie chicken sandwich with homemade gravy
Indonesian fried rice (nasi goreng)
We had about 3 cups leftover cooked rice and one leftover roast chicken thigh. We tried this recipe: https://www.recipetineats.com/nasi-goreng-indonesian-fried-rice/ Our modifications: first, we used 3 small Thai chilis, 2 garlic cloves, and 1 medium shallot. Second, we didn’t have kecap manis, so we used 1.5 Tbsp Chinese thick soy sauce (made of molasses and soy)… Continue reading Indonesian fried rice (nasi goreng)
Chilaquiles
We had about 3 cups of leftover tortilla chips, but no salsa on hand. We followed this recipe: https://www.thekitchn.com/chilaquiles-recipe-268271 For the salsa, we had to adjust based on our pantry (and lower volume of tortilla chips). Our modifications: 14.5 oz can diced (no salt) tomatoes in lieu of fresh; 2 garlic cloves; 1 small onion… Continue reading Chilaquiles
Roasted potato, sweet potato, and mushroom hash
While on vacation with a limited pantry, we loosely followed this hash recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/wild-mushroom-yukon-gold-hash-2111863 Our modifications: first, we used 6 oz cremini mushrooms and 1 shallot. Instead of sauteeing them, we oven-roasted them at 425 until browned (about 20 mins). Second, instead of boiling the potatoes, we used ½ lb leftover oven-roasted fingerling (baby yukon… Continue reading Roasted potato, sweet potato, and mushroom hash
Simple garlic bread
We had about half a baguette leftover, so we tried this recipe: https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/garlic_bread/ Based on our pantry, we omitted the parsley and parmesan. (Sept. 2020) Note: If the bread is too soft when you cut it, you can toast it in the oven (350 for 5 mins) or even lightly place in the toaster for… Continue reading Simple garlic bread
Japanese-style vegetable croquettes
This was a good use of 3 cups leftover homemade mashed potatoes. We tried this recipe: https://www.thespruceeats.com/potato-korokke-2031283. Our modifications: for the patties, we folded in 3 cups mashed potatoes, ½ cup frozen sweet peas (rinsed and drained), ½ cup frozen yellow corn kernels (rinsed and drained), and a dash each salt and black pepper. For… Continue reading Japanese-style vegetable croquettes
Pan-seared parmesan rice cakes
We had 3 cups of leftover cooked rice (a mix of jasmine and basmati), and we tried this recipe: https://anoregoncottage.com/parmesan-rice-cakes/ We found 4 (not 3) large eggs achieved the right batter texture. For the parmesan, we used slightly over ½ cup (not quite 2/3 cups) Kraft shredded parmesan (which we prefer to the crumbled kind)… Continue reading Pan-seared parmesan rice cakes
Indian rice pudding (kheer), version 2
Another good use of cooked basmati rice. We tried this recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/indian-rice-pudding-recipe-1943299. We toasted the pistachios before adding them along with golden raisins. This is our favorite kheer recipe to date, perhaps because of the addition of half-and-half and coconut milk. (Aug. 2020)
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