Mr. JOC doesn’t usually cook in the kitchen, but he loves grilling and takes over my cooking duty in the summer time when the weather is perfect for grilling. This Santa Maria Tri-Tip is one of our favorite steaks to grill, and we can’t wait to share this recipe so you can try it out this summer. What is Santa Maria Tri-Tip? Santa Maria is a name of a town in Central California....
Now I don’t usually like to fry food. Not because of the reasons you’re probably thinking. More so because I don’t like the icky tedium of dredging in flour then dredging in eggs and then breadcrumbs. Then five minutes later the product of your hard work has disappeared into thin air and you find yourself feeling slightly cheated somehow. Why Sesame Fried Chicken is the Easiest This Sesame Fried Chicken I get a huge kick out of because it is a one bowl affair....
What are some of your ultimate comfort foods that are celebratory yet easy enough to make? In my book, it has to be hot pot! There are many versions of hot pot dishes in Japan, and if you’re wondering where to start, I’d recommend Shabu Shabu (しゃぶしゃぶ). Not only is it the perfect warming meal to get you through cold days, but it’s also low-effort and great for a get-together....
Dear readers: welcome to the December restaurant review on Just One Cookbook. As I mentioned last month, we took a family trip to the Monterey peninsula and decided to explore the restaurants in the area. As we were reviewing the best Central Coast restaurant winners list on Open Table and deciding which one to try, we saw Shadowbrook Restaurant and remembered our friend mentioned that he had a great experience there a few months prior....
We often get asked by friends and readers on Japan travel tips and itineraries so we try our best to share our Japan experiences on the blog. However, one city we didn’t have much travel content on was Tokyo. Why? Since Nami’s family only lives 7 miles (15 km) from Tokyo and 15 miles (23 km) to Shibuya, it never seemed like a “Japan travel destination” for us. As we get repeated request for Tokyo travel guide, we spent 6 days this past summer in Tokyo exploring different wards, activities to do, places to visit and eat....
Tempura is one of the most popular and well-known Japanese dishes around the world! Besides using vegetables, we often use seafood as a main ingredient. Among seafood, shrimp is definitely the most popular. You probably see shrimp tempura at your local Japanese restaurants. In Japan, we call it ebi no tempura (海老の天ぷら) or ebiten (えび天). Ebi means shrimp and ten comes from tempura. Besides being a standalone main dish, crispy shrimp tempura is served over a rice bowl like Tendon or noodle soup like Tempura Soba and Nabeyaki Udon....
Sesame Chicken I have been grilling a lot this summer and have so many grilling recipe ideas to make/share before the summer is over that I have neglected my other favorite summer cooking method – the crockpot! This little counter cooker allows you to beat the summer heat by adding all your ingredients then walking away as your home fills with the enticing aroma – and in this case – the sweet and spicy aroma of Crockpot Sesame Chicken....
STEAK RUB RECIPE VIDEO Sirloin Steak Recipe with the BEST Steak Rub There’s nothing quite like a juicy, sizzling steak. It’s rich, satisfying, and melt in your mouth deeeeelicious. Not to mention so so easy. Coat your steak in olive oil, smother with seasonings, let rest and cook. And if you’re feeling fancy, slather with some herb butter, which sounds fancy, but really takes 5 minutes to whip up. Couldn’t be any easier OR more delicious....
Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. You can serve these bad boys as your appetizer or entree and they’ll be a huge hit either way! Making them is a snap....
The most classic of the classics: strawberry banana. This heavenly Strawberry Banana Smoothie is the answer to all your problems! Made with just 6 ingredients, this easy, dairy-free smoothie recipe is bound to be your all-time favorite. Perfect for the spring and summer, this smoothie recipe utilizes fresh peaches, strawberries, bananas, and apples. Just in time to keep you cool like a nice breeze, this smoothie is made to combat the heat....
Moist Strawberry Pound Cake Recipe It’ summer, so it’s time for strawberries! Because strawberries are amazing and juicy and sweet. And because I crave strawberries every time I pass them in the store and every time I drive past the fields and fields of strawberries by my house. And because Cream Cheese-Stuffed Strawberry Coffee Cake, Strawberry Cheesecake Pie, Strawberry Shortcakes, Strawberry Syrup, Strawberry Salad, Chocolate Covered Strawberries and now this Strawberry Pound Cake!...
Happy Official Summer! With June 1st come and gone, its time to gorge ourselves on Summer Fruit Salad while we can – and that means LOTS of watermelon and pineapple! I think pineapple makes everything better. And grilled pineapple even better still. So I’ve included grilling instructions for the pineapple and watermelon (brings out their natural sweetness – yummers) if you want to really celebrate summer. And when I say instructions- I mean preheat and grease grill, grill for such and such minutes, the end – so easy and enhances the flavor so much!...
My kids love eating Shabu Shabu (Japanese hot pot) and Taiwanese hot pot. Japanese hot pot, we call “nabe,” typically has a basic soup base using kombu or dashi. On the other hand, Chinese hot pot is more creative, ranging from super spicy hot pot to just simple chicken broth. We love hot pot because it not only tastes good, but it is also extremely simple to serve for a large party....
Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. Tartar sauce is a hugely popular condiment, usually served with seafood. It is typically made with mayonnaise, pickles or relish, capers, and dill, though there are many ways to customize it....
If you are looking for a crowd-pleasing and winning recipe for chicken wings, this is The One for you. Tossed in a classic Japanese sauce, these Teriyaki Wings (手羽先の照り焼き) would go hand in hand with many occasions. Think weeknight meal, game day, potluck, birthday party, picnic, friends get-together, and many more! It’s pretty much fuss-free and guaranteed deliciousness. How to Make the Wings Delicious How do we make those finger-licking delicious Teriyaki Wings?...
If you love Thai cuisine as much as we do, you ought to try this spicy Thai basil fried rice. It is packed with authentic flavors and is nothing short of amazing. This recipe tastes pretty close to your favorite Thai restaurant version. There is a little prep work involved, but once you get past that, the entire dish comes together pretty quickly. The fresh Thai basil leaves added towards the end totally elevate the entire dish and take it to a whole new level of yum!...
One of the most iconic egg preparations in Japanese cuisine is tamagoyaki, or rolled omelette. I’ve shared various recipes on my blog: Classic Tamagoyaki (with dashi), Tokyo-style Japanese Sweet Rolled Omelet, and 3-Ingredient Simple Tamagoyaki. While it’s possible to make tamagoyaki using a standard round frying pan (more on that later), most Japanese home cooks prefer using a rectangular frying pan to make this custardy delight. Personally, I opt for the special pan because I frequently make tamagoyaki for my kids’ bento....
We will share a travel guide for Roppongi shortly on the blog, before we do that we want to share this post on Tokyo City View, the Sky Deck, and Mori Art Museum at Mori Tower. Nami and I have been to Roppongi Hills many times, the illumination around the area during the holiday time is worthy of the visit if you get the chance. Despite the number of visits we have taken to the area, we never visited Mori Art Museum or the Tokyo City View at top of Mori Tower....
With abundant tomatoes in the season, we always have room for a simple salad that shines the light on the summer bounty. This Tomato Myoga Salad (トマトとミョウガのサラダ) couldn’t be any easier! Jazzed up with the heavenly Japanese ginger flower and a refreshing vinaigrette, it makes a beautiful side dish for your lunch or dinner. Delicious and Quick Homemade Dressing A good dressing doesn’t take much. When I need to keep in line with the simplicity theme, I’d go with the combination of 3 condiments – mainly sesame oil, rice vinegar, and soy sauce....
That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy this chicken tinga tostadas recipe. Let me know if you make it. I’d love to hear how it turned out for you, and if you decided to spice it up! It means Chicken Tinga Tostadas! Come on over, we made a lot. Tostadas are a comforting and convenient meal to enjoy on weeknights when you don’t want a lot of fuss, and they always hit the spot....
