Are you unfamiliar with the Asian barramundi whitefish? Well, you need to acquaint yourself: The barramundi or Asian sea bass, is a species of catadromous fish in the family Latidae of the order Perciformes. The species is widely distributed in the Indo-West Pacific region from South Asia to Papua New Guinea and Northern Australia.Barramundi possesses a…
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There are a lot of reasons to love red peppers—they’re delicious, versatile and beautiful. But did you know that the sweet and spicy flavor of the red pepper is also good for your health? Red peppers contain antioxidants called carotenoids, which help protect your body from free radicals and reduce the risk of certain diseases….
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Still stuck in my one bad day – by the way, after venting to my friend, I committed to hear to NEVER take the same attitude again – it just felt so icky to feel so icky and negative. She told me that it’s okay to feel…I don’t often allow myself to feel those bad…
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I never really was a fan of beets for much of my life.It wasn’t until moving to the PNW and working at Whole Foods in downtown Portland, that I grew to love the rich, romantic, root veggie.– oh boy do I miss the cornucopia of produce in that region of the country – what a…
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It’s hot.It’s really hot. And, sometimes we get hot and bothered. Thus, the Chinese medicine solution (via my best friend Valerie) is a cooling Watermelon Lime Slush. Watermelon is considered sweet and cold (Yin) in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and enters the heart, stomach, and bladder meridian pathways. It’s fantastic for reducing summer heat, promoting…
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This is not your typical “Asian” recipe, heavy in umami, soy, and sweet.I actually use ground lamb, as a diversion – red wine (totally NOT Asian inspired), a spicy meat “rub” as the primary seasoning, glorious veggies, and farro (an ancient grain) to round out this incredibly flavorful, aromatic, and sensational meal.It’s quick, it’s easy,…
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Shawarma (/ʃəˈwɑːrmə/; Arabic: شاورما) is a popular Levantine dish consisting of meat cut into thin slices, stacked in a cone-like shape, and roasted on a slowly-turning vertical rotisserie or spit. Originally made with lamb or mutton, it is now also made of chicken, turkey, beef, or veal. Initially developed in the Ottoman Empire (roughly modern-day Turkey)…
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Sweet and savory – with a hint of saltiness. CRUNCHY salt. That’s the way I roll. THAT’S the way I am. Oh yes, ask my family (and my husband). I am sweet, a bit, savory, but also super salty and even crunchy. Enjoy this breakfast, lunch, or dinner skillet – YOUR way – be YOU!…
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Sweet and spicy, and full of citrus and tang, this is a nourishing, hearty, and healthy meal! A sweet glaze of honey and orange envelope aromatically spiced sumac sweet potatoes and gut-friendly (and gut healthy) beet sauerkraut!!! Honey Orange Sumac Sweet Potatoes & Beet Kraut Honey Orange Sumac Sweet Potatoes & Beet Kraut 1 Tbs….
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A creamy sriracha-tahini marinade over pungent brussels sprouts and aromatic fennel, topped with sprouted pumpkin seeds makes for a fantastically flavorful and filling meal. Pumpkin Seed Sriracha Brussels Sprouts & Fennel Salad 1 medium fennel bulb, thinly sliced (bulb only, reserve the fronds for another use)2 cups Brussels sprouts, chopped and many of the leaves removed…
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