Recipezaar: Technique,Asian recipes

Sichuan Green Beans With 5-Spice and Pancetta

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:28:24 -0400

This classic Sichuan recipe for green beans gets an Italian twist when prepared with pancetta an Italian seasoning.:) I tweaked this recipe a bit here and there - originally found on the McCormick web site. These are great with any chicken, fish or steak dish with a nice bottle of wine relaxing! -- posted by Manami

Shrimp Pad Thai

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:13:26 -0400

Pad Thai sauce is not always available, especially in Mexico, so I'm posting this recipe because it includes homemade sauce. Pad Thai sauce has a special quality, it's salty, sour, sweet and spicy. The recipe comes from The Gourmet Cookbook however I've made a few revisions. -- posted by Galley Wench

Tenderizing Beef for Chinese Cooking

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 02:09:45 -0400

I have no idea where I got this recipe; I found it on a piece of paper among all my lose recipes. I added a dash of Accent to the marinade and let the meat marinade overnight. The beef came out tender, I used the beef to make beef and broccoli. I used sirloin steak sliced thin for my beef. The recipe calls for 1 pound of beef. I didn't include marinating time in the cooking time. -- posted by Mainely Debbie

Kona K's Korean-Style Steamed Egg Casserole (Egg Jjim)

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 02:04:57 -0400

My ultimate comfort food. Make sure to use a bowl that can be safely placed in a pot of boiling water. Serve with white rice (I like to mix my rice into the egg jjim). -- posted by Kona K

Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl)

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 10:50:18 -0400

This is my kind of Gyudon, my family favorite. I have made it million times (literally). It is such a quick and simple recipe that can be fixed in no time. Even Dashi and Mirin are not required. The recipe is posted here for safe keeping. Hope you like it as much as I do. -- posted by Second2None

Steak and Veggie Stir Fry

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:28:28 -0400

Mom's secret stir fry. use any veggies you like ! Serve over rice. -- posted by oharaj5

Chinese Pork & Vegetable Stir-Fry

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:32:21 -0400

Everyone in the family loved it. I love the tang of the orange juice with the zip of the soy sauce. Do not use frozen vegetables you can't drain them well enough and they tend to get mushy. I used Pork Tenderloin for this recipe. Recipe can be found in Lipton Secrets Classic Recipes . If you want the veggies a little more tender then cook to your liking. -- posted by Proudmoms

Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:30:51 -0400

An uncomplicated stir fry. Add a spicey pepper for kick. -- posted by gailanng

Cha Guo

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:57:52 -0400

mochi dumplings with salty, meaty filling. something my grandma makes -- posted by tyk

Jin Qian Huan

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:13:07 -0400

those crispy chinese fried flower ring things. made it with my grandma. she lost her recipe and got this one from a neighbor. you need those things that look like branding pokers. i don't know what they're called. -- posted by tyk

Sichuan Braised Cod

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:27:34 -0400

Very simple, spicy, low cholesterol dish. Not authentically Sichuan, but close enough. -- posted by Gandalf The White

Russian Ploff

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:50:13 -0400

Rice with meat -- posted by Chef #1260935

Vegan/Vegetarian Pf Chang's Mongolian Beef (Tofu)

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:54:00 -0400

If you love PF Chang's Mongolian Beef, you'll love this vegan version. I make it for veg and non-veg people, and everyone agrees it's fantastic. I use organic and fresh versions of all of the ingredients. It's just better that way! Also, I have a big family, so this recipe makes a lot of food. Make it like it is and save some for lunches (it keeps well), or just make half the recipe if you don't want leftovers. -- posted by Mountain Bike Mom

East Meets West Vegetable Soba Stir-Fry

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 02:34:50 -0400

I came with this one afternoon whilst in the mood for a stir-fry & the taste of soy. I used butter instead of oil to give it a creamier, almost cheesy taste that still allows it to maintain its Eastern background, but with an Italian perk. It can easily be doubled & you can add tofu for more protein & bell peppers for more of a zip. -- posted by SamiBTX

Best Ever Fried Rice

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:00:11 -0400

This recipe comes from Cooking Light, September 2005 and is without a doubt the best fried rice I have ever tasted. Not only great tasting but very easy to make as well. I have modified the original recipe slightly to reflect our preferences for oil, meat, veggies etc. The original recipe calls for shredded lettuce as an ingredient however I have never tried it this way. I will list it as an optional ingredient. The sesame oil is the secret ingredient as far as I am concerned!! Don't be shy, give it a try!! -- posted by NanuqsMom

Baby Bok Choy - Authentic Chinese Recipe

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:17:14 -0400

My mother taught me this basic technique for several vegetables. It can be used also with broccoli and gai lan for example. The result is a crisper texture at the end. The only unauthentic part of the recipe is using garlic salt instead of fresh garlic (but you can easily substitute back!) -- posted by MyraMedstudent

Fried Rice With Bacon (Oriental Style)

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:24:47 -0400

One of my fondest memories growing up is the reaction my best friend had about my mom's fried rice. She was so addicted to it she would randomly request that mom make some. I have been craving it lately but knowing that it needs to be done with "yesterday's" leftover rice gets me every time. (If fresh rice is used it will stick together in a mushy mess instead of separating out into individual dry pieces.) Well, as luck would have it I spaced when making rice a few nights ago & instead of loading the rice cooker with 2 cups rice & 4 cups water I put in 4 cups of both! So I added another 4 cups of water & wow... that was a lot of leftover rice! So, last night I combined what I could remember of mom's fried rice with what I had on hand & my family loved it. We ate this for a main meal but usually it's served as a side. The first bite I took really did take me back 25 years! I hope you enjoy it too! :) -- posted by **Tinkerbell**

Sake-Steamed Halibut With Ginger & Cabbage

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:48:45 -0400

Grace Parisi does it again! :) She steams delicate halibut with cabbage that has been sauteed with ginger and leeks until soft & buttery and a bit spicy. F&W Magazine, March 2009 edition. Healthy and delicious! It is suggested that with an earthy, fragrant dishes like this one are lovely with sake - two good choices are the Otokoyama Mans Mountain and the Tamanohikari Brilliant Jade. One serving: 327 cal, -- posted by Manami

Cashmere Mutton Chop

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:36:07 -0400

A Tibet Recipe with my construal. -- posted by Chef #1320647

Pyi Gyi Nga Kazun Ywet (Burmese Squid Salad)

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 01:23:01 -0400

Recipe posted in response to a request in the Asian Forum. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Korean Beef Salad

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 02:08:38 -0400

I got this from a Sunset magazine about 15 years ago and having lost it and found it several times, I'm finally putting it in here for sanity's sake! The recipe calls for sliced deli roast beef, but I've used leftover steak or roast and it's great. The veggies can be played with too--cucumbers, sliced bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, bean sprouts have all worked well. It's very refreshing and no cooking! Prep time doesn't include the marinating time. (I've marinated it for about an hour, and that's still enough time) -- posted by DeeCooks

Stir-Fried Beef With Mushrooms and Asparagus

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:48:34 -0400

This recipe was my first "Mushroom Monday Challenge" dinner. I love stir-fries, and this one comes together in a snap. You can always use any vegetables that you may have on hand if you are short what's listed in the ingredients. Red or green peppers could be used if you don't have asparagus, even a little sliced carrot would be delicious. -- posted by BrittanyS

Chinese Style Fried Chicken

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:46:58 -0400

This is a great recipe for fried chicken to use in orange or lemon chicken. Its not super greasy and it tastes great even cold. Thanks Pops! Great with my orange chicken sauce, Recipe #381956. -- posted by birdie #3 (andrea)

Shrimp Egg Rolls (Simple and Fast)

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:59:52 -0400

These egg rolls are so easy. They taste great. Once you eat these you just may not ever want store-bought or restaurant egg rolls ever again. These are the best egg rolls I have ever had. Hope you like! I normally use Azumaya or Nasoya brand egg roll wrappers. They work and taste great. This recipe goes great with recipe #104944. I have also used apricot jelly in place of pineapple preserves for that recipe since I can never seem to find pineapple preserves. -- posted by birdie #3 (andrea)

Roast Aubergine and Spinach Curry

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:11:33 -0400

This recipe was given to me by a vegan friend and I have adapted it for a low-fat lifestyle. It really tastes like an authentic curry without the high fat content! -- posted by Chef #1332685

Hotpot Dipping Ingredients (Sichuan)

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 02:45:21 -0400

Bascially, use your imagination ... almost any vegetable, meat or even seafood, can be used as a dipping ingredient. The key strategy is that each piece should essentially be bite-sized and will cook in a matter of 1-2 minutes at most. Some ingredients (e.g., mushrooms) can be used whole, while others (e.g., chicken breast, pieces of beef) should be sliced paper thin. This list is only a small set of suggestions. The number of servings is clearly unlimited, but I had to fill in a number ... -- posted by Gandalf The White

Sake Lychee Martini

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:10:32 -0400

A refreshing martini cocktail composed of sake and lychees. -- posted by Romi

Stir Fry of Lime and Garlic Prawns (Shrimp) With Sugar Snap Peas

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:42:14 -0400

This great stir-fry comes from 'The Complete Stir-Fry Cookbook' published by Bay Books. Simple ingredients come together. Serve with rice. -- posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci

Quick Summer Hummus Sammies

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:42:35 -0400

Here's a simple, fresh, delicious and healthy sandwich you might enjoy this summer. -- posted by Bonnie bonbon

Red Coconut Chicken Curry

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:00:40 -0400

This dish can be quite hot and spicy depending on the brand of curry paste used. the variety in the pouch (instead of the jar or can) tend to be milder. For those sensitive to spicy food, reduce the curry paste to 2 teaspoons. In a pinch, use mild Indian curry paste. Serve over rice. From Canadian Living Magazine. -- posted by daisygrl64

Fried Rock Shrimp

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 02:15:54 -0400

Panko Crusted Rock Shrimp with a Tequila Lime Dipping Sauce -- posted by Chef #1336992

Beef and Green Bean Stir-Fry

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 02:37:55 -0400

This is a quick and easy meal. Serve with spaghetti or vermicelli noodles. From Canadian Living Magazine. -- posted by daisygrl64

Shanghai Shrimp Salad

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 02:07:26 -0400

The shrimp can be left out of this salad to make a great tasty vegetarian dish. -- posted by Nasseh

Tempura Cheesecake

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 03:03:38 -0400

A deep fried cheesecake. Crunchy on the outside and melted sweetness inside. The key to this recipe is getting the tempura to be crispy enough. I have tried many times to get my tempura as crispy as the Japanese restaurants, and trust me, the egg/flour/water recipe does not work. So I have listed several suggestions below to help you achieve maximum crispiness. If you are unable to obtain wheat flour or rice flour, you can substitute those portions with regular flour, however some of the crispiness may be compromised. The soda water can also be substituted with ice water. Another option you have is to use a frying premix. However, some of those mixes are not good. I have tried the Hime Tempura Batter Mix that comes in a yellow carton box and it didn't do well. The ones I do recommend are CJ's Frying Mix, which is a Korean brand that comes in a plastic sealed bag, McCormick Tempura Seafood Batter Mix and McCormick Golden Dipt Tempura Batter Mix. These contain wheat and rice flour which are key ingredients. -- posted by Romi

Asian Rotisserie Chicken Salad (Martha Stewart)

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 20:52:36 -0400

A light, flavourful, and easy summer salad from Martha Stewart. For a salad with the best texture, shred the chicken instead of cubing it. The technique is simple: Holding a fork, tines down, in each hand, pull the meat into pieces along the grain. -- posted by blucoat

Spicy Green Bean Stir Fry

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:35:05 -0400

An amazing whirl of spicy chili pepper and green beans in this delightful asian dish. -- posted by fatefellshort0626

Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry (With Variations)

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:27:36 -0400

The recipe might look wordy and long but it is quite easy to follow and puts together rather quickly. You can use turkey breast in this if you like, or even shrimp. Just be aware the shrimp cooks faster than poultry and pull it off the heat just as it begins to curl. Tightly curled shrimp are really kind of tough and stringy. -- posted by Sue L

Chicken Fried Rice

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:03:42 -0400

I used the food processor to do my chopping and used leftover roast chicken along with leftover rice from Chinese take-out. This will serve 2 persons as a main dish or 4-6 as a side dish. As always, feel free to switch the meats and veggies to your taste. -- posted by Sue L

Curried Chicken Naan taco

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:10:01 -0400

Imaginative fillings folded inside flat breads are popular (and delicious) all over the world. This is a new twist on an old favourite! Be sure to use the thicker, full fat coconut milk. I got this one from Food and Drink Magazine ;) -- posted by ~Leslie~

Coconut Barfi

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:04:45 -0400

I found this mouth-watering and delicious recipe while cleaning my home this morning for the upcoming Ganeshotsav. It is really a delight! Try it :) It was submitted by Agrika B. Vaishnav to the Thursday magazine and appeared in the issue dated August 16th-22nd'2007. She even won the R.O. 20 coupon for her incredible recipe!!! So what are you waiting for, go ahead and make these quickly!! -- posted by Charishma Ramchandani

Thai Chicken Stir Fry

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:02:44 -0400

This is my mom's recipe, I make it all the time. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do! -- posted by ajtravellingchef

Salt Cured Cherry Blossoms

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:41:09 -0400

A specialty of Kyoto Japan and used in many Japanese cooking. The result is beautiful and the flavor exquisite. Used in desserts, salads and salad dressings to flavor for flavor, tea, etc. Rinse gently in water or soak in water first to remove the salt. Do not soak too long. The yield is a guess. -- posted by Rinshinomori

Crunchy Asian Sesame Salad

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 02:30:09 -0400

This salad is great. Light, crunchy and pleasantly nutty. After graduating from college this past May and being home looking for a job I got sick of eating the same things everyday so I threw this together for something lighter. I've included what I use below, but this salad lends itself to be pretty flexible. Would be great with sliced grilled chicken on top or shrimp might be good too, with a little squeeze of lime. One warning: this makes quite a lot of salad so unless you are feeding a crowd I wouldn't put the dressing on all of the salad at once... it won't keep (soggy lettuce, soggy crunchies, etc). A good solution would be to bag up single serving portions in ziplock baggies and then top with dressing and crunchies when ready to serve. You could even put them straight into the bag and shake to mix it up before putting on a plate. -- posted by Steph.K

Konkan Crab

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:38:31 -0400

A creamy, coconuty appetizer.. courtesy of Thali restaurant in New Haven, CT. -- posted by Dinu

Artichoke Hearts in Olive Oil

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:38:56 -0400

Turkish Style Artichoke Hearts in Olive Oil. Perfect side dish for those hot summer days. -- posted by Dinu

Stir-Fry Chicken W/Asian Flavors

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:58:08 -0400

Found in the Good to Go cookbook Quick tip- Wrap in a flour tortilla and drizzle with plum sauce or hoisin sauce for a quick meal -- posted by ~*Kisha*~

Garlic Pepper Fried Rice W/ Beef or Chicken

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 20:05:01 -0400

This is my adaptation to Bobbie rice's Fried Rice recipe (http://www.recipezaar.com/Fried-Rice-8594). It's a good recipe, but it was missing two of my favorite flavors, garlic and red pepper. -- posted by ATM 67

Date Bars

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:45:04 -0400

Similar to fig newtons but with dates! It uses honey to sweeten it instead of sugar which compliments the dates nicely. This recipe is from the American Wholefoods Cuisine cookbook. -- posted by Leah's Kitchen

Won Ton Wrapped Chicken With Apricot Dipping Sauce

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:58:17 -0400

This is a great appetizer or main dish from "Kosher By Design" by Susie Fishbein. The sweetness makes it perfect for Rosh Hashanah. To make a pareve recipe, replace the chicken with 2 cans of salmon (skins and bones removed). Although this is a very easy recipe, the chicken must marinate for at least 8 hours so start this one the day before. For a healthier option,you can bake these in the oven. Serves 8 as a main course. -- posted by blucoat

Spicy Broccoli Stir-Fry

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:05:18 -0400

I am your basic broccoli-hater, but I love this dish! I found it in a cookbook I no longer own and cannot remember the name of, so I don't know to whom the credit goes. Its fabulous as an oriental side dish. -- posted by Oh!Susannah

Low Fat Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:29:24 -0400

Full flavor, low fat, and low calorie hummus. Spicy and oh so delicious! Serve with veggie tray, pretzels, crackers, or your favorite dipping snacks. -- posted by RedSoxInMD

Dan Dan Mian - Sichuan Spicy Noodles

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:38:08 -0400

I wouldn't classify it as burning, but it was pretty tasty! The original recipe from here: http://appetiteforchina.com/recipes/dan-dan-mian-sichuan-spicy-noodles calls for waaaay too much salt. On top of the salt in the soy sauce and chicken stock, it says to add 3 whole teaspoons. I only added 2 and if I make it again, I'll only put in 1/2tsp. The recipe below reflects this. -- posted by Andrew Mollmann

Favorite Pork Fried Rice

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:49:46 -0400

Needed a recipe to use up my leftover Recipe #238438, and I ended up creating my DH's new favorite meal. He likes to add Thai chili sauce (called Sriracha), but I like mine without. We prefer our fried rice without eggs, but you could certainly scramble a couple in the corner of the pan at the end of cooking and then mix it in to the rice. -- posted by KissKiss

Five-Spice Hoisin Ribs With Scallions (Green Onions)

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:55:15 -0400

These wonderfully tender ribs are from Food and Wine. It is easier to have the butcher prepare the ribs for you. Enjoy..... Servings are approximate because it depends on how much you love ribs!!! -- posted by Chef #570804 Halifax Liz

Sweet and Sour Shrimp (Flat Belly Diet)

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:55:57 -0400

This is a very fast and tasty dish. It is great just as written, although I also like to add a little Thai Chili Sauce to it for zing! Also, I use a mix of stir fry vegetables, but the original recipe calls for frozen bell peppers. If you wanted to cut the peppers, this would probably be good with fresh peppers. This recipe is doubled from the original. -- posted by Scrivener1

Steamed Salmon With Peppers

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:28:23 -0400

I'm always looking for quick, easy ways to eat healthy. I found this one in the box of ZipLock ZipnSteam bags I use for vegetables. Serve this with a dipping sauce such as "Nif's Naked Asian Dipping Sauce (#359151) Enjoy! -- posted by lynettejs

Coconut Oil on Toast

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:18:57 -0400

A senior Malaysian chef taught me this recipe on my travels. It has been handed down through the generations and never been published until now. -- posted by Chef #1390999

Scallop and Mango Ceviche With Thai-Lime Dipping Sauce

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 02:11:05 -0400

This dipping sauce, fresh with herbs and tangy with lime, is Blue Ginger's, Ming Tsai's restaurant, most requested recipe. It's based on the traditional Thai dip called cha-gio, which gets its flavor from fish sauce. That salty ingredient is nicely balanced with lime juice. The herbs darken as the sauce ages; this isn't a taste problem (quite the opposite, as the flavor deepends over time) but the sauce will lose it looks. If this bothers you make and store the sauce "base" only, then chop & add the herbs an hour before serving it.Ceviche is food "cooked" without heat. As with all ceviches, freshness is key. Make sure your scallops are pristine enough to eat raw. This technique uses citric acid or vinegar to firm and therefore"cooked". Here, mango adds its exotic sweetness to scallops, which cook in the flavorful dipping sauce. Ming Tsai - ming.com - Episode 105, Tags: sauce, appetizer, scallops or mangoes. ;) -- posted by Manami

Crunchy Potatoes for Durga Puja During the Nine Nights of Navrat

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:01:40 -0400

The festival of Navratri is on (from 19/9/09 to 27/9/09) and I am fasting for all these 9 nights. So, I thought why not share something that you too could have during these nights/days and enjoy your fast. Try and let me know what you think! I learnt about this recipe from Sanjeev Kapoor's show on TV today. -- posted by Charishma Ramchandani

Di San Qian

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:59:51 -0400

I'm finally able to cook this fabulous Beijing dish at home! If you worry about those calories, feel free to use less oil, although the potatoes should be covered by it... -- posted by Granddaughter 1

Vegie Beef Stir-Fry

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:10:45 -0400

Mine and my partner's beef stir-fry concoction, nice and simple. -- posted by ByNDii

Easy and Delicious Stir Fry Sauce

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:50:52 -0400

This is so easy to make and tastes amazing on any stir fry. I usually use Chicken and loads of veggies, but pork or beef or even seafood would be great as well. The measurement are very approximate, as I NEVER measure when I make this. Just taste it as you go and adjust as you wish! You may need to make more or less of the sauce depending on the size of your stir fry. The servings are approximate based on my family. -- posted by Bexxx

Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry With Tangerines and Chili Sauce

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:15:16 -0400

I got this recipe out of a Bon Appetit magazine and made it with Mandarin Oranges in a can since Tangerines aren't in season.. I served it over Rice, and my family LOVED it.. Easy to make, didn't take long at all, and was very yummy... -- posted by Chef #876619

Fast Thai Tuna Wraps

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:03:07 -0400

First published in Chatelaine's 09/2003 issue. © Rogers Media Publishing Inc -- posted by Lambkyns

Mushroom Love!

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:29:40 -0400

If you love mushrooms this recipe will surely find its way into your recipe book.I learnt this from a friend, and can't stop making it since then. This is an easy to make, asian mushroom recipe with less spices and oil. The attached photo of the button mushroom was taken by us while trekking the 'Valley of Flowers',Uttarakand. The valley is heaven on earth, was called the land of fairies in Hindu mythology. -- posted by Shweta_S

Spicy-Sweet Shrimp & Flavorful Vegetables

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:53:24 -0400

Tender shrimp and colorful vegetables with a tangy-sweet taste, and just a hint of heat make for a fast and delicious dinner any night of the week. Serve over Asian noodles or steaming rice. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Torshi Lite - Pickled Eggplants

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:28:50 -0400

Different kind of pickles coming from Iran. -- posted by littlemafia

Easy Chinese Egg Fried Rice

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:11:44 -0400

Something quick for breakfast using leftover rice from the night before. My Ayi (Chinese for "aunt," home help in China) taught me this easy recipe. I never realized until now how simple and tasty fried rice could be. -- posted by ShowShanti

La Choy Chinese Chicken With Water Chestnuts

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:41:58 -0400

This recipe is from La Choy Simple Classics - Best Recipes cookbook. Both my husband and I enjoy it with white or brown rice. -- posted by Maureen in MA

La Choy Bamboo Beef

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:25:40 -0400

This is from the La Choy Collection of Favorite Recipes, and a dish that both my husband and I enjoy. It is easy to make, healthy, and easy clean-up. -- posted by Maureen in MA

La Choy Beef & Vegetables in Peppered Soy Sauce

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:26:18 -0400

My husband and I enjoy this dish with white or brown rice. It is easy to prepare and delicious. -- posted by Maureen in MA

Stacey's Egg Rolls

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:06:15 -0400

Stacey is a lady at our church who always brings these eggrolls to our montly potluck. I think just about everyone has requested the recipe. I was surprised how easy it was -- posted by GingerlyJ

Hellboy's Fried Rice

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:50:44 -0400

My Fried Rice recipe, a bit of an amalgamation of several recipies I've tried in the past. Is reasonably easy to cook, and a favorite at home! Feel free to add a range of vegetables and spices to your liking. -- posted by hellboy1975

Gunmandu (Korean Style Fried Dumplings)

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:26:18 -0400

This recipe is the Korean version of the Mongolian buuz and Turkish manti and similar to Chinese jiaozi and the Japanese gyoza. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Thai Peanut Chicken and Noodles

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:22:06 -0500

I make this several times a month. It's a great recipe for leftover chicken. I couldn't find another like it on zaar, so I posted it to enable me to add the ingredients to a shopping list. -- posted by DonitaK

Mitarashi Dango (Japanese Dumplings)

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:28:32 -0500

I've been looking at different recipes on here for Japanese dumplings and either people haven't had good luck with them or they are not too happy with the sauce. I found this recipe at: http://justbento.com/ Just type in "Dango" in the search engine for more specifics on the recipe. It will be the first one to come up. I'm sorry if it is a bit hard to read for the ingredients. **If you can't use Shiratamako, use Mochiko with about 1 tablespoon of cornstarch or potato starch flour. This will give it about the right texture** -- posted by Okashi

Pakistani Style Bhindi Ka Salan (Okra/Ladyfinger Curry)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:57:55 -0500

Back in the days when I was a child every time my mother made this dish it was considered a treat among me & my siblings. Besides potatoes & peas, okra/ladyfinger is another all time favorite vegetable among the Pakistani population. It is usually served with roti/chapatti & yogurt or sometimes with Masoor Dal (lentil) here is the recipe of a basic okra curry that was passed down from my grandmother to my mom & down to me. Its the tomatoes that give it a different taste compared to the other recipes posted so far. Note if you want to make "Bhindi Gosht" (Okra curry with mutton) after frying the onions add mutton, let it cook on medium low heat for 20 minutes, then follow the rest of the recipe. You can also add 1/2 cup water to make it a little saucy. -- posted by Bint e Naeem

Pasta With Thai Peanut Sauce

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:21:11 -0500

This quick, easy, and flexible recipe is a "poker club" favorite! It's full of Asian vegetables, unique, and absolutely delicious. -- posted by Chef #1255890

Crunchy Apple Beef

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:05:20 -0500

Savory Stir-fry using crisp, tart Granny Smith Apples Leave the peel on for texture and visual appeal. A Martin Yan Quick and Easy Recipe -- posted by Cunuck

Gulai Bagar (Western Sumatran Curry)

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:32:13 -0500

The original recipe uses goat meat but lamb can be substituted. Serve over hot rice. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Bringhe (Filipino Paella)

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:06:38 -0500

This recipe is thought to be a Filipino version of the Spanish Paella and is popular in the northern provinces of Bulacan and Pampanga, north of Manila. The use of cayanne pepper is not traditional but is used to give balance to the recipe. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Fru... Fru... Fruit Salad!

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:06:23 -0500

As a child, I remember my grandmother making this salad for me. I do not 100% know the whole recipe but this is all I could remember. I love this salad because i never liked eating fruits when I was little. This is a salad that even a fruit hater like me would learn to love fruits. ENJOY! (: [ BASICALLY... This recipe you could use any fruits but the ingredients I put down is what i usually put in my salad. Sometimes my grandmother would put some cooked shrimp inside and it turns out amazing! ] -- posted by BOOMBAMBONBON!

Boombambam Fried Rice!

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:17:19 -0500

This recipe is one of the first recipes I learned to make. When I was little, my mother would make fried rice like once a week and apparently I sort of realized/figured out how she made it as I grew older. I usually use whatever i have in my kitchen... Random veggies, random poultry, random everything! ENJOY! (: I normally use shrimp, ham, chicken, peas, corn, carrots, peppers, eggs, and etc. -- posted by BOOMBAMBONBON!

Basil Stir Fry

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:07:29 -0500

Great fresh veggie stir fry with lots of flexibility, and lightly flavored without heavy sauce. I have written in the ingredients I used and added "or" ingredients per the original recipe. Feel free to use what you have on hand, this recipe seems to handle substitutions really well. Modified from RecipeKey.com based on my pantry contents! Great tool, wish RecipeZaar had one. Had to copy this here so I can have it accessible. -- posted by @ home in SF Bay

Swedish Style, Vegan Kofta Balls

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:11:06 -0500

(They look like meat balls, and have a similar texture as well) This recipe is from "The Higher Taste", a Hare Krishna cookbook, with modifications to suit the westerner's palate. These Kofta balls contain seasonings which are reminiscent of Swedish meat balls, instead of the Indian spices found in the original recipe. The great thing about these Kofta balls is that my 3-year-old son eats them, and normally, he won't touch veggies. Everything tastes good when it's fried! Although these kofta balls are fried, they are not greasy at all. To start, You will need about 1 liter canola oil (expeller pressed, or other oil for deep frying). -- posted by Lance Kimber

Tricolor Pepper Steak

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 20:06:54 -0500

Ellie Krieger's dinner for four under $10.00. The Food Network chef offers up a healthy steak dish - "Healthy Appetite with Ellie Kirieger" airs Saturday's at 8:30 am on Food Network.;) -- posted by Manami

Wilted Asian Greens

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 15:41:42 -0500

A Vegan offering that will satisfy every taste in the house. The Asian flair along with the healthy foundation of this recipe has made this a regular meal in our household. -- posted by ExecutiveCook

Sesame Shrimp Fried Rice With Cabbage

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:01:29 -0500

I found this site while catching up on some cooking episodes at Hulu. I can't wait to try it. It was from Healthy Appetite.with Ellie Krieger. -- posted by enestvmel

Stir-Fry in a Bun

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:27:56 -0500

This is a fun kind of recipe! Recipe courtesy Guy Fieri, June 2008 :)foodnetwork.com/food/cda/recipe_print. Haven't accounted for 15 minutes inactive prep time. -- posted by Manami

Yum Ped Yang (Roast Duck and Mango Salad)

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 23:56:13 -0500

Chinese roast ducks are the ducks you see hanging in the glass case in any Chinese restaurant or grocery. The have been glazed with a sweet hoisin sauce. Very quick and easy recipe. Great for picnics since you can toss right before serving. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Thai Peanut Sauce

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:57:57 -0500

Great sauce for chicken satay or even as a stir fry sauce. Occasionally, I like to add a tablespoon of lime juice. Enjoy!! -- posted by KPD

King Prawn Butterfly

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:52:16 -0500

This is a delicious starter recipe from my book named, 'The Curry Crunch' where mildly spiced king prawns are coated with bread crumbs and fried. The king prawns used in this recipe weigh approximately 50g each. You can order the book from: www.thecurrycrunch.co.uk -- posted by Chef #1516475

Meguin's Yakisoba

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:57:03 -0500

This is a delicious comfort food, though it is definitely not traditional. The tonkatsu sauce is also good with fried chicken (especially chicken katsu) and fries. I also use it in my yakisoba. Hold the meat, and you have a delicious side dish. If you want to make it vegetarian, use a vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. This is also good with extra-firm tofu. -- posted by Meguin

Spicy Orange Chicken

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:40:50 -0500

This is a recipe I came across in a cook book, and I wanted to share it as it's simple but delicious. I can never find chili oil or dried chili peppers, so I just use crushed red pepper flakes instead. -- posted by Cypress

Basil Beef Fried Rice

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:51:53 -0500

This recipe is from a local Thai cooking class I took. The instructor tried to adapt the traditional recipe to use locally-available ingredients. This is delicious - different than any other fried rice we've had before. The Thai basil (I found it in an Asian grocery store in the city) really makes a difference. -- posted by flowers22

Red Pepper Bean Dip With Toasted Pita Chips

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:12:29 -0500

This is an easy recipe that is a crowd favorite and you can make it in a pot with an immersian blender quickly. This is great with the toasted pita chips -- posted by Daniacooks

Filipino Style Fried Calamares

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:53:21 -0500

Fried Squid Rings -- posted by Chef Zing

Herb Chevre Fig Spread

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:39:08 -0500

From BHG, with a few changes and adjustments. The original recipe called for walnuts but I'm not a fan so replaced with almonds. Serve with toasted baguette slices or crackers. -- posted by flower7

Super Yummy Vegetarian Fried Rice

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:21:53 -0500

More stuff that came out of my fridge, to make yummy vegetarian fried rice! -- posted by vpetite

Cabbage Spring Rolls

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:26:24 -0500

A vegetarian recipe for spring rolls that will satisfy any craving for Chinese! While this recipe requires some advanced preparation, it does make a number of servings which can then be frozen and prepared at a later date. -- posted by Lizz Clements