We tried this recipe: https://www.koreanbapsang.com/hobak-bokkeum-stir-fried-zucchini/ We didn’t have wet shrimp paste, so instead we finely chopped one small dried shrimp (about ¼ tsp) and added a dash (maybe ½ tsp) fish sauce. After adding 1 Tbsp water, we covered the seasoned zucchini with a lid and let simmer until the zucchini slices were crisp-tender. We… Continue reading Korean sautéed zucchini (hobak bokkeum)
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Chinese sautéed cabbage with vinegar sauce
We tried this recipe for a quick and tasty side dish: https://omnivorescookbook.com/vinaigrette-cabbage-stir-fry/ We served this with salmon, but it probably would go great with crispy tofu (with minimal seasoning) and rice. (Jan. 2022)
Simple salsa
Easy salsa. We tried this quick and easy Smitten Kitchen recipe: https://smittenkitchen.com/2021/04/quick-easy-salsa/ (Jan. 2022)
Chinese chicken curry
We made this recipe: https://omnivorescookbook.com/chinese-curry-chicken/ We substituted the bell pepper with broccoli (cut into bite-sized florets), which we parboiled, dropped in ice water, and then drained dry. We sliced the carrot on a ¼" diagonal, and then in half. We sliced the chicken into 1/8" slices against the grain. We didn’t have S&B curry, so… Continue reading Chinese chicken curry
Crispy roasted chick peas
We made this recipe: https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-crispy-roasted-chickpeas-in-the-oven-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-219753 Our modifications: first, we made only half the recipe (14.5 oz canned chickpeas). We rinsed and drained the chickpeas, and then dried them between two layers of cloth hand towels. Second, to prevent our oven from smoking, we used canola oil instead of olive. Third, after lightly tossing in oil… Continue reading Crispy roasted chick peas
Refried pinto beans
We loosely followed this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1022532-bean-and-cheese-burritos?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share Based on our pantry, we used ¼ of a jalapeño (minced), a few dashes cholula sauce, and ½ tsp of kosher salt in lieu of bell pepper and salsa. Instead of cheddar cheese, we used shredded queso asadero, a Mexican melting cheese. We used the refried beans and cheese… Continue reading Refried pinto beans
Egyptian fava beans (ful mudammes)
We loosely followed this recipe: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/foul-mudammas-recipe/ Our modifications: first, we halved the recipe. Second, we used a 14.5 can of fava beans, which we drained before adding to a small pot with 1 Tbsp water. Third, we added 1 minced garlic clove at the same time as the ½ tsp cumin. We partially mashed the… Continue reading Egyptian fava beans (ful mudammes)
Roasted butternut squash and black bean tacos
We halved the black bean portion (to one drained and rinsed 14.5 oz can black beans plus 1/3 cup drained and rinsed pinto beans). Recipe from The Weekday Vegetarians, available at The Weekday Vegetarians: 100 Recipes and a Real-Life Plan for Eating Less Meat: A Cookbook https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593138740/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_RZEA4AN2CV7K7F65BN0K (Jan. 2022)
Oven-baked sweet plantain coins
We tried this recipe: https://www.aspicyperspective.com/perfect-baked-plantains/ In our oven, we found 425 too high, so after 10 mins and flipping the plantain coins, we reduced temp to 400 and baked for only 5 additional minutes. (Jan. 2022)
Soy-sauteed mushrooms
This was a quick and tasty side dish: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/58112/mushrooms-with-a-soy-sauce-glaze/ We reduced the butter to 1 Tbsp. We served this with crispy panfried tofu and steamed rice. (Dec. 2021)
