Sesame Chicken

Posted on November 20, 2020January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

Looking for a healthier Asian dinner option? This easy sesame chicken recipe is made without breading or deep frying yet full of zesty flavor the whole family is sure to love. Chinese food is a big favorite in our house and one we indulge in too often. When G and I eat out or go […]

Tamarind Chicken Wings

Posted on November 7, 2020January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

Tamarind Chicken Wings are easy to make and finger-licking delicious. Seasoned with tamarind and garlic, they’re a mouthwatering appetizer or main dish the whole family will love. I thawed out a tray of chicken wings this afternoon planning to prepare them Filipino-style with a marinade of lemon ...

Beef in Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Posted on November 5, 2020January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

Make dinner extra delicious with fork-tender beef, and delectable mushroom gravy served over steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles! This Beef in Creamy Mushroom Sauce is easy to make and cooks in one pan! Beef in creamy mushroom sauce is one of my favorite dishes to make for Christmas and...

Three Simple Ways: How to Toast Coconut

Posted on September 19, 2020January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

How to Toast Coconut in three different ways using stove, microwave or oven. With this easy-to-follow guide, you’ll have fragrant coconut to use in your favorite recipes! Oh, what a day what a day this day is turning out to be! I woke up early this morning to find close to 50 comments waiting for...

How to Velvet Meat

Posted on August 12, 2020January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

Velveting is a Chinese cooking technique commonly used in stir-frying. Meat or seafood are marinated in a mixture of egg white, cornstarch and rice wine, and then briefly blanched in oil or water before finishing off in the stir-fry process with other ingredients. The marinade acts as protective ...

Tropical Magic Bars

Posted on November 8, 2019January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

Tropical Magic Bars are soft, chewy, and perfect for snacking or gifting! Loaded with dried mango and pineapple, shredded coconut, and white milk chocolate on a golden graham crust, they’re sure to hit the sweet spot! Magic bars are one of my favorite sweet treats. They’re a type of dessert w...

How to Make Latik

Posted on June 9, 2019January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

An easy tutorial on How to Make Latik, golden coconut curds to use as topping and flavoring for your favorite rice cakes and desserts! Latik are solids that form when coconut cream (kakang gata) is cooked down until it releases its natural oils. These toasted crumbs are sprinkled on Filipino dess...

Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple

Posted on May 25, 2019January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

Slow Cooker Ham cooked in brown sugar and pineapple juice in the crockpot. Easy to make, tasty, and perfect for Sundays or holidays! My friends, BER season is here! I don’t know about you, but I can hardly wait for this year to pass and get on with the new. The last few months have […]

Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce

Posted on January 1, 2019January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce stir-fry is quick and easy to prep for busy weeknights. It delivers spicy flavors and is great with steamed rice. This shrimp in black bean sauce was inspired by a tilapia dish which happens to be one of my favorite recipes on the blog. I just love the spicy and garli...

How to Roast Chestnuts

Posted on December 1, 2018January 5, 2021 by younus waqar

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire Jack Frost nipping at your nose Yuletide carols being sung by a choir And folks dressed up like Eskimos Everybody knows a turkey and some Mistletoe help to make the season bright Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow Will find it hard to sleep tonight They know th...