Lunar New Year Dumplings
Dumplings are symbolically eaten at the Lunar New Year to bring good fortune. In this post, I provide recipes not only for the dumpling skin but two kinds of popular fillings - pork & cabbage, and broccoli & egg.
Pho Ga with Soy Sauce Pickled Chilies
Another Asian super soup, pho ga! This is the lighter version of pho that uses a whole chicken instead of beef and beef bones. It is loaded with beautiful fresh toppings including soy sauce pickled chilies!
Bitter Melon Soup
This is a super soup of Asia. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, drinking warm liquids helps kick-start the digestive system. Warm liquids supposedly aids blood flow. So instead of drinking a protein smoothie first thing in the morning, try this instead!
Beef Bourguignon
This is my take on the classic French beef stew using Julia Child as my North Star! Tender bits of beef chuck are simmered with a flavorful wine sauce that is spiked with an ultra rich demi-glace.
Japanese Omelette
My husband and I have come to love the rolled omelettes of the Japanese variety, known as tamagoyaki. Tamagoyaki is a key component to a multi-dish Japanese breakfast often served with natto (fermented soybeans), miso soup, and a filet of grilled fish.