Monthly Archives: January 2016

Stuffed Jalapenos

Where did Stuffed Jalapenos come from? The term Jalapeno Popper came about around 1972 in Texas from what I have read and if wrapped in bacon was referred to as an Armadillo Egg. No wonder that name never caught on! … Continue reading

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Stir Fry Japanese/Chinese Fusion

What exactly is Stir Fry? This is a funny and subjective question isn’t it? It is what it states — ‘stir fry’. Stir fry what? Stir fry anything! Stir fry really is a technique. But most of us use the … Continue reading

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Chicken Corden Bleu

What exactly is Chicken Cordon Bleu? Did you know that Cordon Bleu refers to a meat encased around or wrapped around a filling, such as meat and cheese, then breaded and either pan fried or even deep fried? Sounds simple, … Continue reading

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Bok Choy Chinese

What is Bok Choy and what can I do with it? Did you know that Bok choy has over 70 antioxidants, 21 nutrients and provides lutein and omega 3s and so much more? Some of you are aware of and … Continue reading

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Laab Gai (Thai chicken salad)

What is Laab? This is a very versatile dish, you can make a main meal from it or use it as a meat salad. Traditionally it is made with minced or ground chicken (Laab Gai) or pork (Laab Moo) meat … Continue reading

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Bechemal/Mornay Mac & Cheese (French Mac & Cheese)

What is a Bechamel or Mornay Sauce? We owe a depth of gratitude, and appetite to Marie Antoine Careme and Georges Auguste Escoffier to being the ‘Father’ of the five (5) Mother Sauces that are used in everyday cooking around … Continue reading

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Rice Balls (Onigiri) Japanese

What is an Onigiri? Onigiri is a very popular comfort food in Japan. It is a Japanese ‘rice ball’. Eaten for breakfast, lunch, and even dinner. Easy to make and handy when traveling, since it needs no refrigeration. Bento (lunch … Continue reading

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Rice Bowl (Chirashizushi) Japanese

What is ChirashiZushi? Japanese Rice Bowl made with a multitude of scattered ingredients. Generally, Chirashi means scattered, hence the Chirashi rice bowl. Scattered food on top of rice. Zushi is akin to ‘sushi’, raw fish and vegetable on ‘sushi’ rice, … Continue reading

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Rice Bowl (Bibimbap Bok Choy) Korean

What is Korean Bibimbap? This is a very popular Korean dish and a signature dish in Korea. The word Bibimbap is translated to mixed rice. Not to be mistaken for fried rice. Bibimbap is similar to the Japanese dish called … Continue reading

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