Using a traditional high-domed, metallic Chinese steamer, we tried this recipe: https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/steamed_broccoli/. We found 5 mins on medium-high heat (with the steam at full blast) worked well. (Aug. 2020) Note: We added this as a layer in our steamer during the last 5 mins of steaming the Chinese salted chicken thighs for 30 mins at… Continue reading Steamed broccoli
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French-style carrot salad
We tried this recipe: https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/french-grated-carrot-salad.html Our modifications: first, instead of grating the carrots, we peeled and trimmed four medium-large carrots and then peeled them into ribbons. Second, we halved the dressing recipe. Instead of lemon, we used juice from 1 small lime. We also used 3/4 tsp Maille whole grain mustard as well as 3/4… Continue reading French-style carrot salad
Potato salad with lemon vinaigrette
We tried this mayo-free recipe for the 4th of July: https://www.recipetineats.com/lemon-potato-salad/ Our modifications: first, we used only 1 lb baby Yukons (halved), but still made the full dressing recipe. For the dressing, we used zest from 2 lemons (not just 1). We also used whole grain mustard instead of Dijon, and we added ¼ tsp… Continue reading Potato salad with lemon vinaigrette
Oven-roasted cauliflower drizzled with thyme and toasted sesame oil
During the pandemic, we have tried creative combinations. We made a Hokkien (Chinese) main course, so we tried to add an Asian note (sesame oil) to the side dish. Here, we preheated the oven to 425. We oven-roasted cauliflower florets (tossed in olive oil and a little black pepper) for about 20 mins, turning over… Continue reading Oven-roasted cauliflower drizzled with thyme and toasted sesame oil
Ethiopian injera, quick version
We tried making homemade injera for the first time. We followed this recipe: https://www.whats4eats.com/breads/injera-quick-recipe We couldn’t find whole wheat flour, so we used a King Arthur’s gluten-free wheat flour substitute. We cooked these in a 10" cast iron pan, to which we added oil (either oil spray or a drizzle of canola) b/w each round… Continue reading Ethiopian injera, quick version
Candied Korean sweet potatoes (goguma mattang)
Every once in a while when I was a kid, my sister and I enjoyed this special treat at Korean-Chinese restaurants. I decided to try it at home. Because we rarely deep-fry, I tried combining a healthier, roasted sweet potato method with a traditional candy coating. First, following this recipe, https://whatgreatgrandmaate.com/paleo-korean-caramelized-sweet-potatoes-goguma-mattang-2/ , we cut two… Continue reading Candied Korean sweet potatoes (goguma mattang)
Chinese soy-braised turnips
We tried this recipe from Madhur Jaffrey’s World Vegetarian cookbook: first, peel 2 lb (about 4) purple topped turnips, cut into 1.5 inch pieces (vertically cut in half, then each half into 2-4 thick chunks). Second, heat 2 Tbsp peanut or corn oil in a large wok, then add the turnip chunks on medium-high heat.… Continue reading Chinese soy-braised turnips
Simple carrot and carrot salad
We tossed this together based on our pantry: Wash and pat dry two celery stalks, and cut into 1 inch diagonal pieces. Wash and peel 2 medium carrots, then cut into ½ inch diagonal slices. Add about 2 Tbsp coarsely chopped parsley. Drizzle with a fruity white balsamic vinegar (we used about 1 Tbsp pomegranate… Continue reading Simple carrot and carrot salad
Oven-roasted okra
We tried this simple recipe: first, preheat oven to 425. Second, trim and rinse 8 oz okra pods and pat with a paper towel until bone-dry. Third, toss with a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper, then place on a rimmed baking sheet. Oven-roast at 425 for about 10-12 mins.… Continue reading Oven-roasted okra
Roasted sweet potatoes with smoked paprika
We were looking for a way to use up our leftovers - two raw sweet potatoes already peeled and cut into large, uneven chunks. We cut the potato chunks to make as uniform cubes as possible, and then we tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1018993-roasted-sweet-potatoes-with-smoked-paprika?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share The recipe called for 4 sweet potatoes, so we halved the ingredient… Continue reading Roasted sweet potatoes with smoked paprika
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