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 purchase achiote paste from the store, sure, but it is so much better when made at home, as you can use fresher ingredients and control everything that goes into it....
Right? It isn’t always in my best interest to nosh down an entire bag of oily potato chips. That’s where this recipe comes in handy! Whether I make these bagel chips as a snack for myself or as part of a party appetizer, they never disappoint. Plus, they really couldn’t be easier to make in my dehydrator. And don’t worry - I’ve included instructions on how to bake these crunchy chips in the oven if that’s better for you!...
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. When you have a strong curry paste, dishes like laksa or other curry soups can be made more quickly and easily, which is important for busy households....
This Chipotle Taco recipe is sponsored by McCormick for sponsoring this Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos post. All opinions are my own. How to Make Chipotle Chicken Tacos Chipotle Tacos I am still craving these Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos. And I will every single day until I devour them again. Patrick was almost speechless as he gobbled chipolte taco after taco after chipotle taco. Or in other words, we are both pretty much obsessed....
In recipes like Japanese mayonnaise (recipe coming up next), sukiyaki, carbonara, Caesar salad dressings, and ice cream which call for raw eggs or undercooked eggs, you may want to be safe and use pasteurized eggs. You can purchase eggs already pasteurized, but they are rather expensive and often hard to find at your local grocery stores. However, if you already have an immersion circulator (sous vide machine), it’s actually simple to pasteurize eggs yourself at home....
Traditionally, Mashed Potatoes are served as a side and it is mainly prepared as an accompaniment that is a blend of herbs and potatoes. The beauty of this Pakistani version is it’s way better because you can also use it as a main course and serve it with bread/roti. I made it thinking it was a Pakistani dish but later got to know that its roots were in Rajasthan, India....
Besides the quintessential miso soup, the Japanese also enjoy various styles of soups. This Japanese Clear Soup called Osumashi (おすまし) is not only delicious, it is also effortlessly elegant and nourishing! The beauty of it lies in its simplicity. Because of the use of good dashi, the flavor of this soup is complex and 3-dimensional, and not bland at all. I hope you give it a try tonight! What is Japanese Clear Soup?...
When we were in Kyushu last summer, we visited the city of Kumamoto. We tried many regional foods that we normally can’t find in the Tokyo area (where my hometown is). Among all the unique foods we tried in Kumamoto, the dish that stood out the most was Karashi Renkon (辛子蓮根) or Deep Fried Lotus Root with Japanese Mustard. My First Karashi Renkon Experience I have to admit that I did not know about Karashi Renkon until a JOC reader, Venetia, requested this recipe back in 2013....
Boom! Done! Your kimchi ramen is ready to serve. It’s so good! The perfect ramen noodle soup, perfect for ramen lovers and kimchi lovers alike. Kimchi ramen is a Korean-style noodle dish flavored with spicy kimchi. It’s loaded with ramen noodles in a highly seasoned broth. Kimchi is a spicy Korean dish of tangy fermented vegetables, a staple of Korean cuisine, perfect for your next bowl of ramen. NOTE: Add a bit of soy sauce if you’d like, though I omit it in my recipe....
During our visit to Okayama, we took a day trip to the historic Kurashiki (倉敷). Kurashiki is not well known outside of Japan but this hidden gem is absolutely worth stopping by on your visit to western Japan. It is known as Japan’s Venice with its canals and charming shops housed in traditional white-walled warehouses dating back to Edo period (1603-1867). How to get to Kurashiki Kurashiki is a short 17-minute train ride from Okayama City on the Sanyo Line and it operates frequently throughout the day....
Kuri Kanroni (栗の甘露煮), or chestnuts in heavy syrup, is an ingredient used in Japanese desserts, especially during the fall season and for the New Year feast. What Is Kuri Kanroni Kuri kanroni are chestnuts in syrup. It’s made by simmering whole chestnuts in simple syrup. It has a beautiful deep mustard color, traditionally due to the addition of dried gardenia fruit or cape jasmine (クチナシ). You can make it from scratch, but boiling and peeling the outer shells and inner skins is labor-intensive!...
Ingredients needed 🧾 How to make it 🔪 More South Indian breakfast recipes Recipe 📖 They can be sweet or savory and prepared using fermented lentil and rice batter. It is known as Kuzhi (means pit) paniyaram in Tamil, and Ponganalu in Andhra. The batter is very similar to the idli and dosa batter. That is why you can also use leftover idli/dosa batter especially if its about to get sour, to make savory paniyaram....
With the mercury rising, and oh what about the humidity down here in Southern US,? I bet no one feels like cooking up an elaborate meal. Today, I made these really simple, scrumptious and hearty lobster lettuce wraps, a perfect meal for a hot summer’s lunch. Here’s how I made it! Step by step instructions to make lobster lettuce wraps 1.In a mixing bowl, combine all the above ingredients and mix well, check for seasonings and adjust as per desired taste....
Perhaps equally importantly (lol) it is where I discovered Maple Syrup. Not the Aunt J variety which is like 2% Maple Syrup, but the real deal. We always talk about umami as another flavour dimension present in things like soy sauce, but I truly believe a good maple syrup has those notes too. Those, can’t quite put a finger on it, deep, seductive notes. Flour This recipe for Maple Pecan Cake is adapted from one of my favourite books of all time, the simply named Flour....
As promised in my Basque Burnt Cheesecake recipe, I’m here to share a Japanese-style Basque cheesecake with matcha flavor! This Matcha Basque Burnt Cheesecake (抹茶バスクチーズケーキ) is actually our family’s favorite, and for good reason. Read on to find out why, but I can assure you that both of these cheesecakes are equally outstanding and heavenly. I hope you try both versions! What is Basque Cheesecake? For those who are not familiar, Basque cheesecake has an iconic “burnt” caramelized top and it is very creamy on the inside....
Hot dip recipes are always indulgent party favorites! Don’t miss Philly Cheesesteak Dip, Jalapeno Popper Dip, Chili Cheese Dip, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Hot Crab Dip and Salsa Verde Mexican Corn Dip. PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER HOW TO MAKE mexican street corn DIP VIDEO WHAT IS mexican street corn dip? To understand this Mexican Street Corn Dip, we must first understand Mexican Street Corn (Elote). Elote is corn on the cob grilled to charred juiciness then slathered with a creamy chili, cilantro, lime sauce made with mayonnaise and Mexican Crema then rolled in chihuahua or Cotija cheese....
Chasing cherry blossoms can be both exciting and stressful. These ephemeral flowers sprout, bloom, and fall within just a couple of weeks. Each region blooms at different times, and the weather during this period is notoriously unpredictable, making it hard to pinpoint the perfect time to visit. Despite these challenges, the pursuit is part of the adventure and truly worthwhile. To help you make the most of your cherry blossom visit to Japan, I’ll guide you through Nara, Kanazawa, Tokyo, and the northern region of Tohoku....
Hello everyone! I hope everyone had a lovely Easter 🙂 Coming to today’s post, it’s yet another challenge post for the month of March. This month Lina challenged us with some North Indian curries. I happily picked 2 out of the lot, because this is one cuisine that I absolutely love and relish. Thanks so much, Lina, for coming up with these challenges for us! They have been amazing, I’ve enjoyed reading and meeting new bloggers!...
I had read about mulled wine but never really had a chance to try it. I finally had the opportunity to taste it at my Aunt’s birthday party last Christmas. The wine concoction was sweet, spiced, and fruity. Each sip was so comforting and warming. I loved it and knew I had to recreate this drink but sans the alcohol for my friends and family members who are teetotalers. The aroma of fruit juices simmering with spices and fruits on the stovetop makes my home smell like the holidays....
If you love tortellini, don’t miss these favorite tortellini soup recipes: Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup, Chicken Tortellini Soup, Lemon Chicken Tortellini Soup, Sausage Tortellini Soup, Creamy Ham and White Bean Tortellini Soup. SAUSAGE TORTELLINI SOUP RECIPE VIDEO Recipe Ingredients INGREDIENT SUBSTITUITIONS How to Make Sausage Tortellini Soup Not only is this Sausage Tortellini Soup easy to make, the ratio of deliciousness to effort is astronomical – AKA my kind of dinner!...
