Adventures in a Chinese- American Kitchen
Category: Meats
Tomorrow is the first day of my last semester in Uni. So, why not end the break with something easy and indulgent. What is more easy and indulgent than fall off the bone ribs. A good family friend of ours makes amazing ribs with a brown sugar rub (翠花排骨). I could follow their recipe, or... … Continue reading Teriyaki Ribs
Another day, another recipe! I've been wanting to experiment with something more technical and with leftover wings and sausage in the fridge, why not put the two together. I present: Sausage stuffed chicken wings. These are perfect as an appetiser or paired with waffles and some syrup or crema as a lighter play on chicken … Continue reading Sausage Stuffed Chicken Wings
Another week another recipe! One of my teammates is Korean and LOVES KBBQ (who doesn't???) However, it's very much out of budget. She had some pork belly slices so I decided to whip something up. Not to toot my own horn, but it turned out pretty great. Picture courtesy of teammate Let's get cooking! Notes: … Continue reading Recipe Post: Gochujang Grilled Pork Belly
Hi! I'm back and ready to get back in the kitchen! As a uni student on a budget, there's one thing that's always on the menu: Chicken I thought I'd share my collection of delicious recipes to kick off the new semester. Let's get cooking! Basic Poached Chicken- Poached chicken gets a bad rap. It … Continue reading Celebration of Chicken
Hi! I'm a day late, but better late than never right. While I usually try to keep things healthy, I definitely like to venture into the more sinful side once in a while. Fried pork chop is one of those universally loved dishes. Fatty, crispy, easy and cheap- what's not to love! (Don't worry, I'll … Continue reading Pan- Fried Pork Chop
Hi! Another day, another recipe! I'm always surprised at how quickly the year passes, but this year, everything's been a blur! Before I know it, It's fall again! Well, I'm just in time for Pumpkin Spice Lattes and some seriously hearty meats. Here's an easy, delicious pot roast recipe for the chilly days to come! … Continue reading Simple Potato Beef Pot Roast
Hi! The plan was to do a summer recipe roundup, but.....we took a trip to a Chinese market and came back with some gold. Beef shank isn't just delicious (HELLO TENDON!), it's leaner and cheaper than most other cuts, which makes it a perfect new addition to the repertoire. Let's get cooking! Ingredients 1lb beef … Continue reading Recipe Post: Red Braised Beef Shank
Hi, I'm back and very lucky to be safe with my family. The US has gone crazy over the past week, but it's not my place to comment. What I do know is that during stressful times, there's nothing like comfort food to calm those nerves. So, I'm here with some serious comfort food: Chili! … Continue reading Recipe Post: Classic Chili
Hi!! I hope everyone had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! The annual neighborhood BBQs and parties might be canceled, but I hope everyone still had a great time. We had a couple of family friends over and had a nice get together on Friday (early celebration 😉 ). But... now that the leftovers are gone, … Continue reading Easy Mozzarella Meatball Bake
Hi!!! I'm back. We're a week away from March, which means spring is just around the corner! The days seem to be getting warmer; however, that's not saying much considering 5/7 days next week are expected to below freezing. Even though the weather isn't cooperation, there's always room for wishful thinking, right? It's time to … Continue reading Recipes to Spring Forward
The Red-braised Twinkie 