Posted Sep 01, 2019, Updated Sep 02, 2020 Welcome to the monthly recipe challenge here on Joyfoodsunshine.com every month you can win a great prize just for making recipes from Joyfoodsunshine.com! Every month we host a recipe challenge! The winner gets an amazing prize! Keep reading for all the details and rules, but the overall gist is: NEED SOME INSPIRATION? Here are some great recipes to make in September!...
These things are all achievable in your kitchen. And they’re achievable without standing at the stove stirring for what seems like an eternity. Because we have more important things to do than to stir a pot of rice for a half hour, amiright? But how to achieve such a feat? The answer: sticky. rice. It has the high starch content that, when combined with more moisture, creates a creamy consistency that kind of mimics the texture of a risotto without all the work....
Roasted veggies are one of the easiest sides and they always taste great! We roast everything from roasted broccoli to potatoes! The great thing about this recipe is that it’s really easy to make and always turns out delicious! You’ll want to make sure that you cut your potatoes in 1/2″ cubes which is maybe a little bit smaller than usual for roasted potatoes. This allows them to cook at the same time as the brussels sprouts....
This dish is grat served over rice! Add in a side of steamed broccoli or some bok choy for an easy meal that’s both quick and delicious! Sesame Chicken For a Quick Meal Sesame Chicken is an easy and quick meal. Tender chunks of chicken are and pan-fried until crisp and tossed in a sweet and sticky sesame sauce. It’s a quick and easy meal, ideal for busy weeknights. Requires common ingredients found in most kitchens....
But it seems that both the Chinese and American names are misleading. The dish originated in the Sichuan province of China, and I was told by the restaurant staff that what I tasted was the authentic dish in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. From what I could tell, there was no distinct fish sauce or garlic in the dish! It had and rather gentle spicy, zesty and slightly sweet taste to it....
Sorry to disappoint, but I’m still sane over here. Sichuan stir-fried potatoes (土豆丝) is a pretty well-known, common dish in China, but it’s not nearly as well known here in the US, even among people of Chinese descent. It can usually only be found in very authentic Sichuan restaurants. Honestly, I’d never seen or heard of this potato stir-fry dish until we moved to Beijing about four years ago. One thing I can assure you of though…we all fell in love with it instantly....
Serve this easy dinner alongside a simple caesar salad and crusty bread with Homemade Garlic Butter for the perfect weeknight meal! Spaghetti Squash Casserole This low carb spaghetti squash casserole recipe features delicious strands of spaghetti squash (in place of pasta) baked with a quick and flavorful homemade meat sauce. The casserole is topped with cheese and baked until bubbly! We love to make casseroles during the week! From an Easy Tuna Casserole to unstuffed cabbage roll casserole, they’re an easy versatile meal!...
As I wrote this post, I was thinking about why I don’t make this steamed chicken dish more often. Then I realized…as a food blogger, there just aren’t enough meals in the day! Childhood Memories My mother called this dish “jing waat gai” or “steamed slippery chicken,” which is a word-for-word translation from Cantonese. The word “waat” basically means “slippery” or “silky.” And it’s true—the chicken is marinated in cornstarch to give it a silky, luxurious texture after steaming....
I just hope you can scrape up enough Lao Gan Ma from the bottom of the jar to make it. Plus, I have a tip to keep eggplant purple even after cooking, which I’m eager to share! Growing & Cooking Eggplants Before I start, I have a more personal note about growing eggplant in my own garden. For years, I tried growing long Chinese eggplants (or Japanese eggplants, depending on the variety) to no avail....
A Healthy Vegetable That Deserves a Spot on the Table Watercress is rich in vitamin C, calcium, iron phosphate and vitamin E. It’s one of our favorite healthy leafy green vegetables, and we enjoy it most often stir-fried simply with fresh ginger and garlic. Watercress is generally sold in small bunches, usually in a container of shallow water. Watercress grows well alongside running water. We used to pick it in the wild when I was growing up in upstate New York!...
The pork is coated and fried until crispy, with tons of nooks and crannies that catch the sweet and sour sauce. How to Make Sweet & Sour Pork You can use almost any cut of pork for sweet and sour pork, but I decided to use pork tenderloin. That was what my father always used at the restaurant he worked at in upstate NY, where this dish was called “sweet and pungent pork....
Simple and decadent, this is the best chocolate sheet cake you’ll ever try! If you’re feeling super indulgent, add some whipped cream! The Very Best Texas Sheet Cake Recipe Maybe you think I’m exaggerating up there. Calling this the “best” Texas Sheet Cake. But just wait until you try it! While these popular cakes generally follow a standard recipe and there isn’t a lot of room for deviation (not if you want to call it a true Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake, anyway), I’ve made a few adjustments to this classic cake that make it better than any you’ve tried before....
Skip the fancy add-ins – this grilled cheese recipe shares the secrets to a perfect bite with ooey, gooey cheese and toasty bread. Perfection. Ingredients for a Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich Bread – Make your grilled cheese with any bread you like! This is a childhood favorite and I love a simple version with white bread or an elevated version with sourdough. Cheese – My favorite cheese for grilled cheese is cheddar....
The secret to this recipe is in the method which ensures that the crust is crisp (and not soggy) and can hold up to your favorite toppings. No special tools or ingredients are needed, just tortillas, shredded cheese, pizza sauce, and your favorite toppings. What is Tortilla Pizza? Tortilla pizza is just like a regular pizza, except there is no need to measure the flour and wait for this crust to rise....
Just a versatile, delicious sauce One of the most sought after recipes in the plant-based cooking world is a good creamy dressing or sauce. Luckily, it’s not that difficult to achieve! With this perfect, garlicky vegan aioli in your arsenal, you’ll never be at a loss for a creamy, tasty condiment! Non-vegans, don’t be deterred by the “vegan” label here. This vegan garlic aioli is excellent on everything. Period. Drizzle it over salads, potatoes, rice bowls, burgers, sandwiches, steak, chicken, french fries…the list goes on....
A Quick Shot of Umami Some of you may be skeptical about the fact that this soup takes only about 15 minutes to cook, and that the base of the soup is actually just water. Aren’t most soups simmered for at least an hour, using chicken or vegetable broths as a base? Well, if you’ve tried my Easy Button Mushroom Soup, you know that it IS possible to make a tasty soup in such a short time with just good ol’ water, as long as you have some good ingredients to go into it....
You don’t need a degree in mixology to make this pretty cocktail either. Just follow the classic recipe. What’s In a White Russian? Only three ingredients go into a white Russian cocktail: Heavy cream, vodka, and Kahlua in equal amounts. Any coffee-flavored liquor can substitute for the Kahlua. A less rich version can be made with milk or half-and-half instead of making them with cream. You can also cut out the vodka if you want to lower the alcohol content....
Simple cinnamon-spiced muffins come out extra moist with the addition of shredded zucchini (and the kids won’t even know it’s in there!). This muffin recipe is easy to make and they freeze well too. Why We Love These Muffins Adding shredded fruit or vegetables (in this case zucchini) makes baked goods extra moist while sneaking in a little bit of extra nutrition.They’re a great way to enjoy garden zucchini, you cannot taste the flavor of the zucchini....
Punjabi cuisine is a vibrant and rich culinary tradition that has gained immense popularity around the world. These recipes are a tribute to my mother-in-law who was born and bred in Punjabi tradition and loved the Saraiki language. Known for its robust flavours and bold spices, Punjabi food is a perfect blend of hearty and wholesome ingredients that make for a filling and satisfying meal. Punjabi recipes often use a variety of aromatic spices, such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric, which add depth and complexity to the flavors of the dishes....
Posted Jan 11, 2022, Updated Oct 20, 2024 Chicken breasts are my number one choice when it comes to making nutritious, protein-rich meals for my family! We always have them in the freezer ready to thaw and use for dinner. If you are in need of some dinner inspiration – these are the best chicken breast recipes. I only share recipes that I love and that my family truly enjoys – and I make all of these all the time!...
