We followed this marinade: https://www.recipetineats.com/chicken-sharwama-middle-eastern/ Our modifications: first, we used 2 lb (3 pieces) boneless skinless chicken breast cut into half lengthwise (yielding 6 cutlets). Second, we reduced the amount of cardamom from 1 Tbsp to 1 tsp to avoid any cloying flavor. We also reduced the cayenne from 1 tsp to ½ to ¾… Continue reading Chicken shawarma
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Roasted cauliflower bulgur pilaf with tahini sauce
We tried this recipe, which originally called for a grain called freekeh: https://cookieandkate.com/2014/roasted-cauliflower-freekeh-tahini-sauce/ Our modifications: first, we used 1 cup coarse bulgur, following proportions here: https://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/08/health/nutrition/08recipehealth.html Second, oven-roasted the cauliflower pieces and a few sliced shallots for 30 mins, following these directions: http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/144070024406/armenian-style-roasted-cauliflower-with-tahini Third, in the mean time, we sautéed the ¼ cup slivered almonds… Continue reading Roasted cauliflower bulgur pilaf with tahini sauce
Sheet pan coriander chicken with sweet potato, shallot, and bell pepper
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1019161-sheet-pan-chicken-with-sweet-potatoes-and-peppers Our only modification was to place the chicken thighs (skin side up) on a lightly oiled baking sheet first and then surround the thighs with the sweet potato-pepper mixture. (Feb. 2018) Note: The second time we made this, we skipped the onion vinegar topping. The dish is fine without… Continue reading Sheet pan coriander chicken with sweet potato, shallot, and bell pepper
Oven-baked soy-marinated salmon fillet
Following these instructions, we preheated the oven to 425: https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-salmon-in-the-oven-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-204559We drizzled about 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp mirin, and 2 tsp honey, and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper over 1 ½ lb salmon fillet (see Note below). We let the salmon sit for about 10 mins while we prepped the side dishes (such… Continue reading Oven-baked soy-marinated salmon fillet
Eggs in a nest
We followed this basic recipe: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/187850/egg-in-a-hole/ To make it healthier, we sprayed oil in a nonstick pan instead of using bacon grease. (Jan. 2018)
Sautéed minced chicken with Korean flavors
We followed this recipe: https://www.kawalingpinoy.com/korean-ground-beef/ Our modifications: first, for health reasons, we used minced chicken instead of minced beef; because the chicken emitted a lot of liquid, we removed all possible liquid (about ¼ cup) before adding the marinade. Second, to reduce sodium, we doubled the amount of protein, garlic, and ginger (to 2 lb)… Continue reading Sautéed minced chicken with Korean flavors
Ginger garlic baked salmon
We tried this recipe: http://rasamalaysia.com/ginger-garlic-baked-salmon/2/ Our modifications: first, we reduced the soy sauce from 1 ½ Tbsp to 1 Tbsp and did not add salt to the marinade. Second, rather than using a baking sheet, we placed our salmon filet pieces in a Le Creuset stoneware casserole dish that we lightly sprayed with oil. We… Continue reading Ginger garlic baked salmon
Chinese-style minced chicken and water chestnut lettuce wraps
We generally followed this recipe https://shewearsmanyhats.com/chicken-cashew-lettuce-wraps/ but made several modifications: first, for the marinade, we reduced the soy sauce to 1 ½ Tbsp (and that was all of the soy sauce we used for this entire recipe). Second, using a wok, we first sautéed 2 chopped scallions (instead of onions) and 2 minced garlic cloves… Continue reading Chinese-style minced chicken and water chestnut lettuce wraps
Colombian chicken and potato stew, pressure cooker style
We tried this recipe: http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2012/05/colombian-chicken-stew-with-potatoes-tomato-onion-recipe.html Our modifications: first, in the pressure cooker bottom, we sautéed 1 onion (sliced along the grain) and 6 large garlic cloves (rough-cut) in 2 tsp olive oil. Second, after placing the skin-in, bone-in chicken pieces in the pot, we added 1 Tbsp Colman’s dry mustard, 1 tsp low-sodium Worcestershire sauce,… Continue reading Colombian chicken and potato stew, pressure cooker style
Simple citrus salad
Peel and section two grapefruit and two navel oranges. Drizzle with honey (about 1 tsp). (Jan. 2018)
