Unlike a taco, you can load it with lots of toppings. It totally depends on what you have handy. They can get a bit messy to eat so please be prepared for that. But they taste so good that there will be no leftovers! I promise. It’s also called Tostada Pizza. Spruce up Taco nights with this delicious homemade bean tostada recipe! Beans - I have used two kinds of canned and drained beans - black beans and pinto beans in this recipe for more flavor....
You may have seen beautiful pieces of sweets displayed in a confectionery section of Japanese department stores or supermarkets. Some resemble motifs from nature, such as flowers, leaves, or fruits. It may be made of bean paste, mochi, or jelly-like substance. They look more like miniature pieces of art. Are they edible? And does it taste as good as it looks?! Called Wagashi (和菓子), these Japanese confectioneries carry a rich history entwined with Japanese culture....
Do you know that feeling you get when you eat that first bite of the perfect Chicken Pulao? How about the tingle when you hear a baghaar being poured over daal? Some foods are simultaneously comforting and exciting at the same time. This salan is up there for me. Gateway Food If you are a desi parent, especially one not residing in South Asia, then you know the mirch struggles....
Is there anything more pleasurable and comforting than a hot plate of noodles? For a year-round favorite, I always count on Yaki Udon (焼きうどん) as my go-to noodle dish. You have thick and chewy noodles, savory sauce, crisp vegetables, and slices of seared pork — what’s not to love?! It’s fast, easy, and packed with umami flavors. Forget take-out, and make authentic yaki udon at home instead! What is Yaki Udon?...
At times, what you crave is a substantial meal to fuel you through a demanding day. On such occasions, I turn to a hearty donburi, the ideal Japanese one-bowl meal that’s not only speedy to prepare but also provides comfort and satiety. While I’ve shared numerous donburi recipes, today I want to introduce another beloved option: Yakiniku Don, a Japanese Grilled Beef Bowl. What is Yakiniku Don? Yakiniku (焼肉) is a Japanese grilled meat dish, which typically implies beef and occasionally pork....
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. Yellow rice is different from other rice dishes you may be used to, offering a nice change-up to your regular meal rotation. There are a few different ways to make yellow rice, depending on the spices used, and which part of the world you’re channeling....
Regardless of the season, I always welcome a comforting, healthy soup. If you’re like me, this Japanese Rice Soup called Zosui (雑炊) is for you! You’ll need only minimal ingredients, which can be any leftover scraps of vegetables or mushrooms in the refrigerator. Ready in less than 30 minutes, this bowl of warm rice soup will instantly reenergize and restore your energy. What is Zosui? Zōsui (雑炊) is a Japanese rice soup made from pre-cooked rice and dashi broth that’s seasoned with soy sauce....
As the winter holiday season can get hectic, I like to get an early start on gift shopping. For me, that means looking through the internet for the best cooking gifts for the many home cooks in my life. To help you navigate finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones, I’ve narrowed down some of my favorite kitchen tools that I use regularly that I think any home chef would appreciate getting this holiday season....
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....
Looking for a different Japanese summer dessert to enjoy? Try this traditional dessert called Anmitsu (あんみつ). It’s made with kanten jelly topped with various toppings. You can make the jelly ahead of time and the rest of dessert is just to assemble. It’s a perfect chilled dessert that does not require baking! What is Anmitsu? Anmitsu (あんみつ) is a traditional Japanese cold dessert made of white, semi-translucent jelly topped with a variety of sweet and refreshing ingredients....
That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy this humble arepas recipe. Let me know if you make it. I’d love to hear how it turned out for you. How are you serving yours? As a spicy food lover, this humble food is the perfect serving vessel for all sorts of wonderfully flavored food, from meats, cheeses, dips and more, and they’re quite tasty on their own. Originally, they were made by soaking dried corn, which was then cooked and ground into a type of masa, which is different from Mexican masa or corn meal....
Easy chicken pasta dinners are weeknight life savers we all need more of! You’ll love these easy winners: Creamy Basil Chicken and Orzo, Chicken Spaghetti, Chicken Parmesan Pasta, and Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta. PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER You’ll love this delicious Chicken Bruschetta Pasta You are going to go crazy over this Balsamic Chicken Pasta recipe! It is one of our favorite new recipes (and I make a lot of recipes) that’s CRAZY flavorful, easy, and you’ll love that it’s a fresh, vibrant departure from creamy pastas....
PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER What are Chilaquiles? Chilaquiles are a traditional Mexican breakfast food and one of my personal favorite breakfasts of all time. Friends will attest that whenever we go out to breakfast, I always order Chilaquiles. So, what exactly are this beloved favorite? Chilaquiles began as a way to use up leftover homemade tortilla chips and sauce and have existed for hundreds of years. The tortillas are lightly fried (although baked in this recipe) then simmered in salsa or enchilada sauce to soften them up a bit then often (but not always) served with fried eggs on top....
Watch How to Make Macaroni Salad Recipe FOR THE Macaroni Salad: For the Macaroni Salad Dressing: How long is macaroni salad good for? Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. The longer the pasta salad is refrigerated, the drier it can become. If your leftovers taste dry, toss with a drizzle of olive oil, mayo or yogurt. Can you freeze macaroni salad? No, I don’t recommend freezing this Macaroni Salad recipe....
PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER STEAK SALAD RECIPE I can count the times I’ve ordered steak salad on one hand. But the last steak salad I ordered was epic. I finished every last bite and have been dreaming about it ever since. That was months ago, and I’ve just kept dreaming, so I thought it was time to make dreams a reality – enter this ridiculously delicious steak salad recipe....
Looking to dial things up for your regular chicken recipes? This Butter Shoyu Chicken (バター醤油チキン) is going to be a win. It’s the tastiest, most foolproof chicken dinner I know, and my children can attest to that. It will remind you of Teriyaki Sauce, but with the addition of butter, the sauce is creamier with a tinge of sweetness and depth of flavor. What is Butter Shoyu Chicken? Shoyu (醤油) is soy sauce in Japanese, so butter shoyu means butter-flavored soy sauce....
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. If you enjoy making it at home, this Carne Asada Seasoning is a great time saver and flavor builder. It’s the perfect mix of spices to fully compliment your carne asada, something you can make ahead of time for quick and easy cooking....
Watch How to Make Baked Penne Richly Satisfying Baked Penne Pasta Oh how I love a hearty pasta from my Classic Lasagna and One Pot Chili Mac to my 30 Minute Spaghetti Bolognese, Cheesy Skillet Penne, Cheesy Tortellini Al Forno and Cheesy Taco Pasta Bake. There is just something so richly satisfying and decadently delicious about pasta. Still, my most popular pasta recipe by far is my Million Dollar Macaroni and Cheese, for good reason....
I write Chicken ka Salan here (because well, Google), but my heart always calls it Murghi ka Salan. This Pakistani Chicken Curry is not one of my beloved childhood favorites the way Aloo Gosht ka Salan is, but it has made a place for itself in my heart. 90% because my family basically subsists on it. Murghi or Chicken ka Salan is to my husband what daal +aloo gosht + aloo keema are to me....
WHAT IS SEEKH KABAB? In this particular kind of kebab/kabab, meat is ground with spices and aromatics and then wrapped around a skewer in the shape of a log. Traditionally these kebabs are grilled over a coal fire, which imparts a wonderful smoky flavor. Lamb is the most popular choice for these seekh kababs, but these can be easily made with other meats like beef, chicken, and mutton as well....
