Cha siu (叉燒/叉烧), usually called Chinese BBQ Pork in English, is a classic southern Chinese dish that’s often attributed to Cantonese cuisine. The phrase “cha siu” (cha1 shao1 in Mandarin, sometimes spelled “char siu”) literally translates to “fork roasted,” a reference to the traditional cooking method. If you’ve ever walked past a Chinese BBQ shop (燒臘店), you will have seen long strips of freshly roasted cha siu hanging by the window....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Chicken Patties Video Tutorial: We love making these anytime we have leftover chicken and no one would ever guess you used leftovers. The chicken becomes super tender and tasty when combined with the batter and the panko crust seals in the moist center. Years ago, we shared our favorite Cheesy Chicken Fritters recipe and it was an instant hit. So many of you let me know that it works just as well with cooked chicken so we tested it and loved it, then this Chicken Patties recipe was born....
It requires just a few simple ingredients and 5 minutes to make Chimichurri sauce, but the way you prepare the ingredients is key. We’re sharing all of our secrets to make the best, authentic chimichurri sauce. Watch the easy video tutorial and you’ll see just how easy it is. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. What is Chimichurri Sauce? Chimichurri is a sauce made with fresh parsley, garlic, some acidity (usually red wine vinegar), and olive oil....
The unique quality about this dish is that the green beans are flash fried. This quickly blisters a thin layer of the skin, causing it to wrinkle. You only need to fry the beans for 1 to 2 minutes, which will keep the center tender and lightly crisp. When you bite into the green beans, you can taste the blistered skin and tender center in every bite. It’s so delicious!...
I love this dish for so many reasons. It’s so fresh and bright, with tender marinated chicken and a salsa that will make you feel as if you’re on a sunny patio, no matter the season. The chicken is marinated in a zesty cilantro lime sauce, then grilled to juicy perfection, while the sweet and spicy strawberry salsa adds a delicious twist. It’s ready in just 45 minutes, making it my go-to for those busy nights when I still want something that tastes amazing....
Tuna salad is definitely a comfort food and we love that it’s filled with protein and veggies. Plus, you probably already have all of the ingredients in your pantry and refrigerator. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. The Best Tuna Salad Recipe On busy work days, nothing beats a fresh tuna salad: packed with protein, quick to throw together, and made from pantry and refrigerator staples....
Be sure to pair this with my Texas Roadhouse Rolls Recipe! If you’ve been to Texas Roadhouse, you probably won’t be able to tell the difference between their delicious honey & cinnamon butter, and this. If you’ve never been there, you have to try this. The sweet cinnamon/honey/butter combo is to die. I’ve masted the art of making their rolls too- they’re spot on, and perfect with this sweet butter....
Home cooked crab legs couldn’t get any easier so you can enjoy a crab feast at home for much less than you would pay to dine out. Watch the video tutorial below and you will crave it until you make it. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Did You Know? Crabs must be sold live or cooked. In most grocery stores, crab legs will be sold pre-cooked and either frozen or thawed from frozen....
I have to thank my dear ol’ mommy for this dreamy, creamy orange fruit salad recipe. She has been making this fruit salad every single Easter for years. And even though it’s sweet, we don’t eat this for dessert, no no no. This goes right with our meal. It’s a rule. And I encourage you to do the same. Aside from Easter though, which I realize is totally over this year, fruit salad is totally perfect for spring and summer picnics, brunch, potlucks, and yes, dessert of course....
Baked Chicken Wings So you like wings, don’t you? Do you like them fried? You probably do. But wings don’t need to be fried. I NEVER fry chicken wings, unless I’m making this Buttermilk Fried Chicken. Why would you want to fry wings? Wings excel in the oven, my friends. They’re the perfect little pieces of meat surrounded by a nice layer of fat that when baked in the oven, the fat slowly melts away causing the wings to perfectly crisp up to a golden perfection....
These little babies are ridiculously tasty – I could eat them everyday! And the best part is that, while are super crispy with the perfect amount of garlic, they are also overall healthy and low in fat! I know there is something undeniably satisfying about the taste of deep-fried food! So if you’re someone who enjoys restaurant-style appetizers – look no further! Crispy? Check. Garlicky? Check. Impossible to put down?...
Easy Crockpot Honey Mustard Glazed Ham Recipe Hams are probably easier to make for Thanksgiving than turkeys are. These spiral cut hams are beautiful and require very little effort to prepare. Plus you can prepare them in the crockpot which frees up your oven, and we all know that oven is precious on Thanksgiving day or any holiday. Hams are really easy because they’re already cooked and basically all we need to do is add a yummy glaze over them, put them in a slow cooker and forget about them until ready to serve....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This is truly a fun Easter Egg Recipe. These deviled egg chicks are a little bit hilarious but they will be the talk of your kitchen! Traditional dressed eggs are fun, but this year come out of your shell (get it? ha ha) and turn them into chicks!! Easter egg chicks are absolutely adorable. Adding the fresh parsley at the base gives them that “free range” feel that everyone is after....
In case you didn’t know, freezing bananas gives them a creamy, ice-cream-like texture. Because of this, frozen bananas can turn into all sorts of healthy desserts! I started making these when I had a toddler and wanted to offer a refined sugar-free treat. But we still make these now that my kids are older, too! Ingredients You’ll Need This recipe is naturally dairy-free when you use almond milk or oat milk, but you can use any other liquid you like for blending....
Easy Breakfast Pie Recipe Happy 4th of July my American friends!! You know, sometimes I even amaze myself! I am a genius! I am a genius for creating gems like this! Of course my pie turned out a bit different than what I wanted to make, but it doesn’t matter! In either case, this is brilliant! I got the idea from the Pillsbury site, I saw something similar there but as I said it didn’t quite turn out as it was meant to be....
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. These chicken sandwich melts are scrumptious and they are an easy company-ready dish that takes minutes to put together. They will win over a crowd every time! The first time I tried them (shamelessly eating 3 sandwiches), I was scribbling down the recipe before I finished chewing. I’m always on the lookout for recipes that are great for unexpected visitors or even expected ones....
Crostata is the most popular homemade dessert in Italy because it’s easy to make with a few simple pantry staples, it bakes in 30 minutes, and everyone loves it! Check out our best plant-based dessert recipes! What is crostata? Ingredients Instructions Make the pastry dough Variations You can make crostata at home with flour, sugar, water, oil, baking powder, and jam in about 10 minutes and bake it in 30....
Our recipe combines earthy cooked lentils with nutty tahini, fruity olive oil, and tangy lemon juice to create a protein-rich, light, and ultra-creamy dish. Serve this lentil hummus recipe as a spread in a sandwich, as a dip for pita bread or veggie sticks, or add a dollop to grain bowls and salads for a creamy protein boost. Dietary Note: this recipe is suitable for a vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diet....
These easy potato latkes are traditionally served on Hanukkah, but are so tasty – you can make them anytime you want! With my foolproof recipe you’ll be enjoying these delicious fried potato pancakes in no time. Made with just a handful of kitchen staple ingredients, these latkes are crunchy when you bite into them, revealing a creamy potato and onion packed center. The beauty of this dish is how easy they are to make and they’re near inability to taste bad!...
We love individual desserts like Chocolate Lava Cakes, our famous Panna Cotta, and of course these darling raspberry mousse cups. You won’t want to put your spoon down! I love that there are NO artificial colors or flavors in this raspberry mousse recipe. That beautiful pink is from real raspberries! It is an easy and impressive dessert. Raspberry Mousse Video You can even serve this in disposable cups or if you don’t have the little serving cups, you can absolutely layer this raspberry mousse dessert in a trifle dish or a 9×9 square glass pyrex dish and it would still be beautiful and of course, just as delicious!...
