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Savory Plum Chicken – Sweet and Savory
A Savory Plum Dish – with Some Pucker Alas, plum season has arrived. The sweet, fragrant, and tart stone fruits offer delectable ideas for desserts, but what about the savory? This Savory Plum…
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Yogurt-Marinated Chicken – One-Pan Dish w/Veggies and all
Yogurt-Marinated Chicken, a one pan wonder Want a one-pan meal for dinner? You’ve come to the right place. This Yogurt-Marinaded Chicken recipe is a one-pan wonder for juicy chicken thighs lathered in a…
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Pan-Seared Salmon with Ginger, Chives, Soy Sauce & a Forgotten Bottle of Wine
Chives, Ginger, Soy Sauce, and a Forgotten Bottle of Wine Soft, delicate pan-seared salmon with a crispy skin, infused with rich ginger-chive aromatics and doused with soy sauce and a forgotten bottle of…
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Authentic Chinese Braised Pork Spareribs & Daikon
Better known as Hongshao Paigu, 紅燒排骨 When I want traditional home-cooked Chinese food, I think of this dish. When I want something savory, tender, and soothing, I salivate at the thought of this…
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Broccoli Chicken Stir-Fry – Easy 30-min Recipe
Broccoli and Chicken, Stir-Fried Busy nights call for quick yet balanced meals that can be tossed together in less than 30 minutes. This Broccoli Chicken Stir-Fry combines protein and vegetables, with a delicious…
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Chinese-Style Steamed Crab
Who doesn’t love crab? I love crab, especially live crab that’s steamed Chinese-style. But if you’re like me, live crab is reserved for special occassions due to its priciness and for being a…
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Cantonese-Style Steamed Fish
What is Cantonese-Style Steamed Fish? Have you ever had the good fortune of tasting Chinese steamed fish, or more specifically, Cantonese-style steamed fish? Cantonese-Style Steamed Fish is a traditional dish that’s light yet…
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Zha Jiang Mian (Fried Sauce Noodles) – Saucy and savory
What is Zha Jiang Mian? Who wants noodles? A big ass bowl of savory and saucy noodles. Make your own bowl(s) of Zha Jiang Mien – or literally, fried sauce noodles – right…
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Roasted Sweet Potato Brussel Sprouts with a Lemon Honey Vinaigrette
Brussel sprouts are among our delicious and decadent vegetables list. Their buttery flavor and hardy texture makes it a great healthy side to balance out a good hearty main dish. What about sweet…
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Classic Campfire Chili – Simple, Bold, and from Scratch
Nothing beats a warm, hearty bowl of chili on a cold evening. And the best part? Making chili is super easy — and if you make a big pot (like the one in…
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