Some common questions I’ve encountered with this spice blend. You can easily purchase a good Cajun or Creole seasoning blend at your local grocery store, but no two brands - or cooks! - make it the same. It is so much better to make it at home, where there are certain benefits. Meaning, hey, pretty much however you’d like to do it. Check out my Homemade Cajun Seasoning Recipe for reference....
Since I posted Instant Pot refried beans last week, I thought of sharing some other quintessential Mexican side dishes with you guys! These sides are pretty quick to whip up and compliment all of your Mexican and Tex-Mex meals really well. One of my favorite thing about eating out at Mexican restaurants are the complimentary chips and salsa. That basket piled with warm tortilla chips and salsa is truly so irresistible and addictive....
During the winter months, the Japanese enjoy various hot pot dishes, called nabe (鍋) or nabemono (鍋物). These popular nabe dishes, such as Shabu Shabu and Sukiyaki, are typically cooked in donabe (土鍋), a traditional Japanese clay pot or clay cooking pot. These days, Japanese earthenware pots are available to purchase online and I highly recommend getting one for your kitchen! I receive several questions from my readers about how to select the best donabe....
Here, I demonstrate how to mince an onion. Step 1: Make horizontal slices Cut an onion in half lengthwise. Lay the cut onion flat side down on the cutting board. With the knife edge toward the root end, make ⅛-inch horizontal slices to within ½ inch of the root end, keeping the root intact. Do you wonder why we slice horizontally first? Making neat horizontal slices takes more effort. That’s why it’s easier to do so while the onion doesn’t have vertical slices....
My family loves wonton soup with tender dumplings simmered in a light and delicious broth. It’s one of the most comforting Chinese soups out there. Luckily, it’s easy to fold those bonnet-shaped wontons at home when I make fresh Wonton Soup. Let me show you how to wrap a wonton with my step-by-step tutorial so you can enjoy homemade dumplings anytime! Using prepared and packaged wonton wrappers is the easiest way to make them at home....
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. “How about Jalapeno Popper Twice Baked Potatoes?” Um, YEAH! Sure! Simple as that, really. Everyone who knows me KNOWS of my love for all things jalapeno - #JalapenoObsession - and also my wild love for jalapeno poppers....
That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy this Jamaican rice and peas recipe. Let me know if you make it. I’d love to hear how it turned out for you. Keep it spicy! There are different types of beans you can use, different types of rice, many different seasonings and ingredients, and then there are all the extras. You can add lots of herbs, proteins, spices and more to make a unique dish of rice and peas, or beans, whichever you prefer....
Hiyayakko (冷奴) is Japanese cold tofu that is served as an appetizer or side dish. The silky smooth and creamy texture of the tofu helps to cool the body and makes a delightful respite on a sweltering day. It’s a popular dish to serve in the summertime along with Edamame. I remember my grandpa always started his summer meal with a glass of cold beer next to these two dishes....
Japanese short-grain rice (Uruchimai 粳米) refers to a short-grain Japonica rice cultivar characterized by its unique stickiness and texture. The kernels are plump and short in length. They also contain more moisture and are sticker than other types. The Japanese eat it as brown rice, called genmai (玄米), and polished white rice. What Is Japanese Short Grain Rice Cultivated for thousands of years, Japanese rice is the quintessential staple food of the Japanese diet....
How to make Jeera Rice Ingredients needed 🧾 How to make it 🔪 Serving suggestions 🍽 Top recipe tips 💭 More recipes to try Recipe 📖 What is Jeera rice? Also known as Cumin Rice, is one of the most popular side dishes served at Indian restaurants and commonly prepared in Indian homes. Here, the rice is toasted and cooked with whole spices like cumin, cloves, and bay leaves. The rich aroma helps work up an appetite....
History is everywhere in Kanazawa, as you can read in our complete travel guide. In this post, I want to show you what this city looks like during the cherry blossom season. We’ll traverse its well-preserved Edo-period districts, stunning gardens, and rich cultural heritage while unearthing off-the-beaten-path spots, including an unmissable Sakura sunset. Cherry Blossom Viewing Tip Kanazawa cherry blossom viewing was an impromptu trip, as temperamental weather (common during cherry blossom season) made me change my itinerary....
Kanpyo or kampyō (干瓢・かんぴょう) are dried gourd shavings. These long, thin dried strips are commonly used as an ingredient in sushi dishes, Nimono (煮物) simmered dishes, and Aemono (和物) marinated foods. Once cooked, they have a unique sweet and savory flavor. What Is Kanpyo Kampyo is the dried shavings of a calabash gourd Lagenaria siceraria var. hispida, a white-flowered gourd. It resembles cream-colored ribbons. Most of the gourd grown in Japan comes from Tochigi prefecture, north of Tokyo....
Kiri mochi (切り餅) refers to dried and packaged mochi rice cakes. It’s available in convenient individual packages. Drying it makes it shelf-stable for many months, which makes it a popular pantry food. It’s made the same way as regular mochi: pounding cooked glutinous rice into a stretchy paste. Mochi (餅) are Japanese rice cakes consisting of mochigome (もち米), short-grain japonica glutinous rice. It’s also an ingredient in Japanese cuisine, and in Wagashi, traditional Japanese desserts such as daifuku, sweet red bean soup called zenzai, and modern interpretations such as mochi ice cream....
I never imagined I would be baking bread at home. But then as you know things happen and you end up doing things you never dreamt about doing in the first place. As intimidating as baking bread seem, it really isn’t, once you get past that initial fear! I still consider myself an amateur in this area, and still have a long way to go! The different kinds of flour, bakers percentage, hydration, bulk ferment, sourdough, artisan, Polish, biga to name a few are words that I’ve probably never ever come across before!...
Cook the Pork. While the tofu is blanching, heat 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Cook the pork for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate or bowl and set aside. If you are a spicy food lover, Sichuan cooking is ideal for exploration. In fact, Sichuan cuisine is characterized by big, bold flavors with pungent spice, lots of spicy chili peppers and unique flavors....
We’re well into Fall where I live, and that means colder temps, but that doesn’t mean I’ve put the grill away. No way! I love grilling all year long, especially with charcoal because it makes the meal all the more special. Lucky for me, I’m working with Kingsford® Original Charcoal. What I love about Kingsford Charcoal is the smoky flavor you only get with great charcoal. Kingsford Charcoal gives grilling enthusiasts like me the smoky wood-fired flavor they crave....
Thank you Grill Mates® for sponsoring this Bacon Wrapped Shrimp post. All opinions are my own. Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Recipe Video Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Recipe These Bacon Wrapped Shrimp belong on your grill and in your mouth NOW AKA they are one of my favorite creations to come off my grill! Just think smoky mesquite + juicy shrimp + crispy bacon = ridiculously delicious flavor bombs. I can’t get enough!...
I hope you do enjoy it! Let me know how yours turn out. So, are there any Philly Cheesesteak fans out there? I have fairly recently fallen IN LOVE with them. Probably one of the best steak sandwiches I have ever tasted, and I’m a total FOOL for not having them on my blog, but no worries! I WILL have a recipe here one of these days. However! As I was experimenting with recipes, I realized I had in my possession all of the ingredients to make a “sort of” Philly Cheesesteak, which of course led me to want to play around with the original recipe and see how things would turn out....
Mini Hawaiian Pizza Bites Don’t you just love bite size foods? From my Artichoke Dip Bites to Buffalo Popcorn Chicken, to my Cheesy Meatball Sliders, mini everything is just so fun — not to mention easier to eat! So for these mini pizzas, I went with my favorite Hawaiian pizza. Hawaiian pizza has been my favorite type of pizza for as long as I can remember. It might be the sweet crowning pineapple....
Nagasaki’s food is one of the most interesting in Japan. As one of the few ports opened to foreigners during Japan’s period of isolation, the diverse Nagasaki cuisine reflects a confluence of cultures. The ancient trading port was also the trailhead of Sugar Road in Japan, which in turn introduced the use of sugar to local cooking, and its influence greatly extended to the Japanese cuisine it is today. When we visited Nagasaki, we couldn’t wait to try all the iconic food it’s known for....
