In Japan, we have a few dedicated dishes that are strongly tied to special occasions or celebratory events, and one of them is the brightly colored Chirashi Sushi (ちらし寿司). What is Chirashi Sushi? The word chirashi means “scattered” (散らし), so chirashi sushi literally means ‘scattered sushi’. It is a traditional style of sushi said to have inspired the modern-day sashimi bowl. The most distinctive feature of chirashi sushi is its presentation....
The other day, I was sorting through my folders of what seemed like a zillion pics, and came across this folder titled chocolate cashew cookies! I apparently had even drafted the recipe, clicked the pictures and somehow, just somehow had completely forgotten to share it here. Does that happen to you too? Like something just slips off your mind completely. I like to have some posts prepared in my kitty....
If you love pie as much as us, don’t miss some of our favorites like Dutch Apple Pie, Pecan Pie, Strawberry Pie, Mini Chocolate Peanut Butter Pies, Butterfinger Pie, Mini Caramel Apple Pies, Pear Pie, Mud Pie, Million Dollar Cookie Pie and S’mores Pie. How to Make Chocolate Cream Pie Video Chocolate Cream Pie Ingredients This Chocolate Cream Pie is made with an Oreo crust, chocolate custard filling, and stabilized whipped cream — all homemade!...
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. There are some outstanding artisan hot sauce products out there on the market today, and I enjoy many of them, but I also enjoy making my own hot sauce, depending on what I’m in the mood for or on what meals I may be planning in the upcoming week....
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. We’re calling it Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, and it is super satisfying! I think you are going to love this one. I mean, it’s pasta so I won’t claim that it is uber low-calorie, but there are ways to make your pasta nice and CREAMY without resorting to lots of butter and heavy cream, which are quite delicious, YES!...
Thank you Prego® for sponsoring this Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup post. All opinions are my own. About Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup I looove creamy, comforting soups from my White Chicken Lasagna Soup, Potato Soup, New England Clam Chowder, Broccoli Cheese Soup, Bacon Ranch Chicken Chowder, White Chicken Chili and now I’m excited to add this Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup to the mix! Every birthday growing up, each sibling excitedly chose their favorite “birthday meal” that Mom would make for our special family birthday dinner....
Asian Salad Recipe I first posted a very modified version of this Crunchy Asian Salad with Sriracha Peanut Dressing back in July 2014, my first year of blogging: JULY 30, 2014 “Thank you all so much for your best wishes for a speedy recovery from my pneumonia. I was able to come home from the hospital on home IVs, and I’m not sure who was more excited about it, me or Kiwi?...
One of the most convenient ways of making delicious dashi for your miso soup and other Japanese dishes is using dashi packet (だしパック). These little pouches work just like tea bags; you simply need to mix them with water, let the flavor steep and infuse, and you’ll have flavorful dashi soup stock instantly! They are reasonably affordable and save so much time in the kitchen. In this post, I will share my favorite dashi packet and how to use it....
In this final post about our visit to Kyoto, we are excited to recount our experience with Kyoto’s exceptional food scene. As we strolled through the enchanting city, immersing ourselves in its breathtaking scenery, we couldn’t resist indulging in the delectable array of specialty foods it had to offer. Our culinary journey took us from savoring the internationally acclaimed Kobe Steak to relishing the artistry of kaiseki ryori, a traditional culinary experience like no other....
PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER RAMEN RECIPE Ramen Noodle houses are springing up everywhere and we are lucky enough to have a Harumama Noodles & Buns right in Carlsbad – even if there is always a wait. But the wait is well worth it because making authentic Ramen is an art. For example, making Tonkotsu Ramen requires a minimum of 8 hours of simmering the pork bones in water to create the complex broth – and that’s why authentic Ramen is that good....
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. It’s perfect for dishes like Thai Chicken Satay or chicken skewers, or tossing with noodles for a quick meal, but it’s also a wonderful dipper for grilled meats and vegetables....
Flaky, Crispy Fried Chicken Wings are the Best It’s time for Fried Chicken Wings, my friends! Would you care for a wing? Hot wings are favorite in the spicy food world. I enjoy them baked, grilled, roasted, air fried, you name it. But there’s something about a good fried chicken wing. We go out for wings quite often, but they’re fun to make at home, and we can really spice them up as much as we want to....
WATCH: How to Make Gnocchi Soup This gnocchi soup recipe is based off of my creamy Italian basil soup which has long been a reader’s favorite. This gnocchi soup version still boasts everything you love about the original including the aromatic Italian garlic, parsley, oregano, basil flavors with sautéed onions, carrots, and celery but in this gnocchi soup version, I’ve swapped the chicken for Italian sausage and the macaroni for gnocchi to create a version I like even more....
All the flavors of green chile enchiladas in a simple one-pot soup recipe! It is creamy, cozy, comforting, and just the soup you need to try if you are looking for something different! There’s nothing more comforting than a bowl of hot soup on a damp, gloomy, and rainy day or a chilly night! It’s been raining incessantly this past week and a hot bowl of soup was just the perfect comfort food for our family to enjoy....
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’re a fan of grilled chicken slathered in bbq sauce, this recipe is a must-try. Print it out today, add it to your recipe box....
Boom! Done! Your habanero hot sauce is ready to serve. Such a great recipe with great flavor and heat. I hope you love it as much as I do! Time to make some hot sauce. There are many, many wonderful artisan hot sauces on the market today, and I enjoy so many of them. However, there’s something about a good homemade hot sauce that really stands out. When you make your own hot sauce at home, you control everything that goes into it - the peppers, the spices, the flavor additions, the preservatives - and you can really build that flavor and heat you prefer....
Gora is about 40 min by train on the Hakone Tozan Line from Hakone-Yumoto station. It’s where our family typically stay when we visit Hakone. The area is beautiful with lush green mountain scenery. There are many activities to do in Gora and the convenient central location makes it easy to visit other parts of Hakone. In this guide, we’ll introduce you to the beautiful Hakone Gora Park, shops around Gora Station, one of our favorite katsu restaurants, and the recent ryokan where we stayed....
Hamamatsu Castle is not a large Japanese castle compared to many others that we’ve visited in Japan. However, it is historically significant as it served as home base of Tokugawa leyasu for over 17 years. Tokugawa Ieyasu was the first shogun to unify Japan and Tokugawa shogunate ruled Japan for 260 years. Where is Hamamatsu Castle Hamamatsu Castle is located in Hamamatsu City (Shizuoka Prefecture), a coastal city bordering the Pacific Ocean southwest of Tokyo....
If you love tropical inspired meals, be sure to try my Pineapple Chicken, Hawaiian Chicken kabobs, Hulu Huli Chicken, Hawaiian Burgers, and Coconut Chicken. PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER Watch How to Make Hawaiian Chicken Hawaiian CHICKEN RECIPE I think we could all use a Hawaiian vacation right about now, but unfortunately, we’re landlocked, so instead, I’m bringing Hawaii to you! This Hawaiian chicken has quickly become a favorite at our house....
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. Thanks! — Mike H. It’s easy to make with tomato sauce, vinegar, splash of honey, and spices that you control. Make it as spicy as you want! Plus, no weird preservatives. It’s a bit like what you might find in a packet at your local Taco Bell, tangy and sort of addictive....
