Chicken Tacos
It’s that time again. Time to bring out the wet naps, roll up your sleeves and get elbow deep in some tacos. The chicken filling takes a while to braise but the great thing about it is that they more… Continue Reading
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Moroccan Surf and Turf with Chermoula
How about a little surf and turf to kick off the summer BBQ season??? This version of chermoula is zippy and studded with toasted sesame seeds. Serve with grilled pita, brushed generously with olive oil and sprinkled with za’atar. Marinated Flank… Continue Reading
Curried Couscous Salad
This is a super quick couscous salad that goes well with any tagine, topped with grilled chicken or on it’s own as a light vegetarian meal. Curried Couscous Salad 1 1/4 cup couscous 1 1/4 cup vegetable broth, low sodium 1… Continue Reading
Taco Night
Gather ’round y’all! We do taco night RIGHT! There is something amazing about sitting around a table (congregating around a tiny condo kitchen island, in my case) with friends and family to a feast of tacos. It’s fun, you get… Continue Reading
In Season: The Mean Green Potato Salad
Looking for a potato salad alternative? Give this one a try! It celebrates some still in season summer/fall ingredients and is a fresh departure from the more conventional creamy or mayo based tater tot salad. Toss the salad right before… Continue Reading
In Season: Charred Corn and Avocado Salad
This salad is inspired by the Roli Roti food truck (thanks Matt for the reco) at the San Francisco Market known to have the longest lineup for any food truck known to man (at least according to me). The draw… Continue Reading
Low and Slow Chicken Curry
My grandma used to make a curry like this but without the tomatoes. I like their acidity to balance out the richness of the coconut milk and how they help to mellow out the spices. To be fair, my grandma… Continue Reading
Quickie Fishy Curry in a Hurry
This curry was the result of an empty fridge and a complete lack of culinary inspiration. All the ingredients came out of my fridge, freezer and pantry. This is the way I cook Monday to Friday (if I cook at… Continue Reading
Fish Like My Mom Would Make It
This fish is an variation on my mom’s classic Chinese steamed whole fish. It was updated to incorporate some ingredients I was experimenting with and I was brave enough to try it out on my mom and family…pretty high bar!… Continue Reading
Healthy Hump Day: Haddock Dinner for 2
Healthy Hump Day is still going strong in my household! Please don’t ask me about the other days… The bonus here is that this dish is fast! Dinner will be on the table in no time! Broiled Whitefish for Two… Continue Reading