Tabbouleh

Ingredients: ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice ¼ cup extra fine bulgur wheat 2 bunches parsley, about 2 cups chopped (I prefer flat leaf parsley) 1-2 vine-ripe firm tomatoes 2 green onions, chopped, both green and white part ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped Kosher Salt and ground black pepper Directions:Continue reading “Tabbouleh”

Cilantro-Mint Chicken with Naan

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1” pieces 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp lime juice 3/4 tsp Kosher salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 Tbsp ginger, grated 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsp ground fried onions 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp turmeric 1 tsp cuminContinue reading “Cilantro-Mint Chicken with Naan”

Banh Mi Tacos

Ingredients: 2 lb pork tenderloin 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 shallot, roughly sliced 2 cloves garlic, smashed 3 Tbsp fish sauce 2 Tbsp canola oil 3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce 2 Tbsp sesame oil 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 large or 2 small radish, peeled and thinly sliced 1 cup shredded carrots 1/4Continue reading “Banh Mi Tacos”

Mint Chimichurri

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic 1 Serrano pepper, chopped 1 cup fresh mint leaves, packed 1 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves, packed 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Directions: 1. Place garlic and Serrano in the bowl of a food processor andContinue reading “Mint Chimichurri”

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 8 oz rice noodles, cooked according to package directions 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground chicken 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 shallot, diced 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger 1 tablespoon Sriracha, plus more for serving Handful chives, chopped 1/4 cup mint leaves,Continue reading “Chicken Lettuce Wraps”

Cilantro and Mint Chutney

Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped onion 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 bunch cilantro, tender stems ok 1 cup mint leaves, packed 1 medium jalapeno, sliced, per taste 2 teaspoons sliced ginger 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2  teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon sugar or honey 2-3 tablespoon water Directions: Blend all ingredients in a blender orContinue reading “Cilantro and Mint Chutney”

Banh Mi Rice Bowls

Ingredient: Meat 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 pound chicken breasts, thinly sliced Kosher salt and ground black pepper 3 green onions, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon sriracha 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar Bowls 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice 2 cups matchstick carrots 2 cups daikon, cut intoContinue reading “Banh Mi Rice Bowls”

Spicy Beef and Herb Noodles

Ingredients: 8 oz fresh Chinese rice noodles 2 tbsp sesame oil 1 lb ground beef 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (1 in piece) fresh ginger, grated 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped, plus more for serving 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped, plus more forContinue reading “Spicy Beef and Herb Noodles”

Ribeye Banh Mi with Quick Pickled Vegetables

Ingredients: 1 rib eye steak, about 1 pound and 2 inches thick Kosher salt, To Taste 1/2 cup unseasoned rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 1 small cucumber, peeled into ribbons 1 large watermelon radish, thinly sliced 1 large carrot, peeled into ribbons Canola oil, as needed 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or veganaise) 1 tablespoon sriracha,Continue reading “Ribeye Banh Mi with Quick Pickled Vegetables”

Cherry Limeade with Mint and Basil

Ingredients: Thai basil leaves Mint leaves Lime wedges Ice cubes Cherry limeade soda or sparkling water Directions: 1. Place 4-5 leaves each of mint and basil along with 2 lime wedges. Muddle together with a muddler or back of a wooden spoon. 2. Add ice to fill the glass. Pour in cherry limeade soda orContinue reading “Cherry Limeade with Mint and Basil”