Thai Peanut Burger Patties

Well, I’m getting super creative with my burger ideas, once again. Actually, this idea originally stemmed from the Best Burger EVER contest at Whole Foods Market eons ago. Yes, I created this recipe that day too, devouring about 8 different burgers of my own and many others that afternoon – ugh…that was an interesting feeling….

Read More

Fall Mole

Thick, deeply savory sauces aren’t what typically come to mind when you think of Mexican cuisine. But, Mole sauces (or the “curry” of Mexico) are amazing, complex, and so very traditional. They’re made with unexpected ingredients like chocolate and prunes, and every one is been slightly different. Just as with Indian curries, there’s no set recipe for mole sauce,…

Read More

Paleo Pad Thai

Pad thai, “fried Thai style” is a stir-fried rice noodle dish commonly served as a street food and at casual local eateries in Thailand. It is made with soaked dried rice noodles, which are stir-fried with eggs and chopped firm tofu, and flavored with tamarind pulp, fish sauce (nampla น้ำปลา), dried shrimp, garlic or shallots, red chili pepper and palm sugar, and served with lime wedges and often chopped roast peanuts. It may also contain other vegetables like bean sprouts, garlic…

Read More

Orange Ginger Miso Glazed Salmon and Baby Bok Choy

King Salmon is one of the best things out there – in terms of “fish in the sea,” I suppose. And when it’s available, wild caught, we’d best better run out and catch some! With a little delicate baby bok choy and a hint of both umami and citrus in the glaze, this dish satisfies…

Read More

Asian Custard Cups and Shrimp

Yes, that’s right. A savory custard. Coddled and creamy, these eggs are not just for dessert. …the sweet and salty deliciousness of an Asian fish sauce, coupled with the savory sensation of steamed shrimp will satisfy you above and beyond any delicate dessert desire. Well, maybe ~ maybe not. In any case, these custard cups…

Read More

Asian Meatballs and Coconut Cabbage

We eat meatballs a lot in our house. And by a lot, I mean a lot. They are easy, fairly quick, and can take on any sort of “theme” for the evening. Whether they are Rosemary Venison, Mediterranean, Lemon Thyme and Bison, Spicy Cilantro and Turkey Balls, or Basil Ginger (you get the picture), they…

Read More