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Ginger Shrimp with Coconut Rice

Ginger Shrimp with Coconut Rice

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Angela| Leave a comment

Anytime anyone says that the secret ingredient in a recipe is ketchup, you have the right to run away screaming. Not this time, though. The shrimp in this recipe are gloriously complex, with the perfect combination of ginger, Chinese Five Spice Powder, scallions and yes, ketchup. Don’t knock it till you try it. Continue reading →

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Crab Rangoon

Crab Rangoon with Sweet Chili Sauce

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Angela| Leave a comment

If you love crab rangoon, but hate how many places use artificial crab meat, or worse, only cream cheese, then this is the recipe for you. Tender crab is perked up by sesame oil, ground ginger and the crunch of water chestnuts, with just enough cream cheese to bind it all together. Continue reading →

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Ahi Tuna Poke

Ahi Tuna Poke

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Angela| Leave a comment

The combination of meltingly tender ahi tuna with soy and sesame is a dream. And it couldn’t be simpler to make – the key is tracking down a killer piece of tuna that is so fresh, it still wants to slap you in the face with a fin. Ok, maybe not that fresh, but you don’t want to go cheap on this one. The tuna is the absolute star. Continue reading →

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Tabbouleh

Simple Tabbouleh

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Angela| 2 Comments

Traditionally made with bulgar that is soaked until tender, I’ve been known to shave a bit of time off the prep work by using whole wheat couscous. Parsley and tomato are standard, but feel free to experiment with the other greenery and veg – my favorite is the inclusion of crisp cucumber and slivers of scallions, along with plenty of mint to keep the flavors cool and fresh. Continue reading →

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Shrimp Wonton Soup

Thrifty Shrimp Wontons

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Angela| Leave a comment

In Chinese, wonton means “swallowing a cloud” – easily the perfect descriptor for a soup that is both complex and delicate at the same time.Given that leftover dumpling filling does not tend to keep very well (overnight at best, and never defrosted from frozen), I have found a quick and easy solution with wontons. Continue reading →

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Orzo Salad with Arugula and Mizithra Cheese

Orzo Salad with Arugula and Mizithra Cheese

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Angela| 2 Comments

In lieu of the traditional radiatore pasta or bowties for a potluck stunner, why not outstanding orzo? This particular combination features peppery arugula, sweet tomatoes and salty mizithra cheese all gussied up with a light vinaigrette. It looks sunnier than Miss America in the Sahara desert. Continue reading →

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Roast Pork Udon Noodle Soup

Roast Pork Udon Noodle Soup

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Angela| Leave a comment

One of the loveliest parts of this recipe is that it’s flexible. Go completely DIY and make your own stock, make fresh wontons and roast the pork yourself. Or play it lazy and purchase frozen wontons or gyoza, use some leftover roast pork from chinese takeout and infuse chicken stock with ginger and garlic. It should be how you like it whenever you need it. Just like your crack addiction. Continue reading →

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