Details here: https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-stir-fry-spinach-and-other-greens-226712 We used a large nonstick pan, and it turned out well. The sprinkling of salt and sugar made a difference. (May 2021)
Tag: side dishes
Mashed cauliflower and potatoes
We generally followed this recipe: https://www.skinnytaste.com/creamy-cauliflower-puree/ Our modifications: first, we omitted the garlic and buttermilk. Second, we added one medium russet potato, cut roughly into the same size as large (3x2") florets from one medium cauliflower. We boiled the potato and cauliflower chunks together until fork-tender (about 8 mins). We drained them, and then placed… Continue reading Mashed cauliflower and potatoes
Jamaican-style peas and rice with coconut milk
We tried this recipe: https://www.curiouscuisiniere.com/caribbean-red-beans-and-rice/ We used a straught and high-walled 10" All-Clad stainless steel saute pan. Our modifications to the recipe: first, we doubled the pigeon peas to 1 cup (from ½ cup); we used canned “dry pigeon peas” (which were fully cooked) that we rinsed and drained. Second, for the rice, we used… Continue reading Jamaican-style peas and rice with coconut milk
Dry-charred skillet asparagus
Details here: https://www.seriouseats.com/2020/08/how-to-dry-char-asparagus.html (Mar. 2021)
Blistered string beans
We tossed this together as an alternative to oven-roasting, with a nod to the Chinese dry-frying technique. Heat a large nonstick pan (without any oil) on medium-high heat, then add a handful of trimmed string beans (they should be bone dry), laying in a single layer. Let sit for a few mins, until the bottom… Continue reading Blistered string beans
Spinach and garlic egg white omelette
We tossed this together on the fly. First, heat a medium-sized (7 inch) nonstick pan and lightly spray with oil. Add 1 minced garlic clove and a handful of julienned fresh baby spinach (about 10 baby spinach leaves), and saute lightly for a minute. Spread the spinach mixture evenly along the pan, then lower heat… Continue reading Spinach and garlic egg white omelette
Roasted green beans with slivered almonds
We loosely followed this recipe: https://www.barbarabakes.com/roasted-green-beans/ We made major modifications: first, for the dressing, we combined juice from one lime (about 1.5 Tbsp), 2 tsp vegetable oil, 1 flat tsp whole grain mustard, 1 small finely diced shallot, and some salt and black pepper. We tossed 8 oz trimmed green beans in the dressing, and… Continue reading Roasted green beans with slivered almonds
Lebanese braised string beans with garlic and tomatoes
Details here: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/braised-green-beans-tomatoes-and-garlic. We used shallot instead of onion. We also added ½ tsp sugar at the end. This was delicious, but quite spicy. We may halve the cayenne pepper the next time. (Dec. 2020)
Wild rice dressing with celery, nuts, and dried cranberries
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014036-wild-rice-almond-and-mushroom-stuffing?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share For the dry sherry, we used sherry cooking wine. Our modifications: first, we substituted 8 oz dried cranberries and 8 oz water chestnuts (drained, sliced, and halved) for the cremini mushrooms. Second, we increased the diced celery to 1.5 cups (from 1 cup). Third, we substituted 2/3 cup toasted,… Continue reading Wild rice dressing with celery, nuts, and dried cranberries
Roasted mushrooms with balsamic and soy
Details here: https://cafedelites.com/roasted-mushrooms/ We used ½ lb cremini mushrooms and reduced the ingredients to ¼ of the original recipe. (Dec. 2020)
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