Duck Fried Rice

Ingredients: 4 duck breasts Kosher salt 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 tablespoons duck fat 4 scallions, chopped, white and green parts separate 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced 1 to 3 small, hot chiles, seeded and chopped 3 cups cooked jasmine rice 2 carrots, peeled and diced small 1 cup peas, freshContinue reading “Duck Fried Rice”

Thai Basil and Cashew Pesto

Ingredients: 2 cups thai basil leaves, packed 4 cloves garlic ¼ cup salted cashews 3 tablespoons sesame oil 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon agave nectar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon lime juice Kosher salt, to taste Directions: Place the Thai basil, garlic, cashews, sesame oil, rice vinegar,Continue reading “Thai Basil and Cashew Pesto”

Sheet Pan Gnocchi Stir Fry

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh gnocchi 1 large crown of broccoli cut into florets (4 cups florets) 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced 1 leek, cleaned and cut into half moons 8 oz sliced crimini mushrooms 2 Tbsp Ghee 1 Tbsp olive oil Kosher salt and ground black pepper 2 Tbsp tomato paste 2 TbspContinue reading “Sheet Pan Gnocchi Stir Fry”

Spicy Beef and Udon Noodles

Ingredients: 12 ounces fresh udon noodles 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 pound ground beef 1 red or orange bell pepper, sliced 1 small broccoli crown cut into florets 1 inch fresh ginger grated 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped 1/3 cupContinue reading “Spicy Beef and Udon Noodles”

Spicy Sesame Chicken and Noodles

Ingredients: 1/3 cup, plus 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1-2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes 1/3 cup raw cashews, roughly chopped 2-3 strips orange or clementine peel 8 ounces ramen noodles 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 1 lb pound ground chicken 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced 1Continue reading “Spicy Sesame Chicken and Noodles”

Asian Cucumber Salad

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon rice vinegar2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 bunch cilantro leaves, chopped4 celery stalks, thinly sliced1 English cucumber, thinly sliced6 scallions, thinly slicedKosher salt and freshly ground pepper Directions: Whisk vinegar, oil, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Add cilantro, celery,Continue reading “Asian Cucumber Salad”

Sesame Cauliflower and Bok Choy

Ingredients: 4 cups cauliflower florets 2 heads bok choy, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon corn starch 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce Garnish: scallions, toasted sesame seeds Sauce 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 teaspoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoonsContinue reading “Sesame Cauliflower and Bok Choy”

Asian Style Meatballs

Ingredients: Meatballs 1 lb. lean ground beef 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp grated ginger root 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil Sauce 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 tsp cornstarch 1 Tbsp honey 1 tsp hot sauce 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp gratedContinue reading “Asian Style Meatballs”

Microgreens and Arugula Salad

Ingredients: FOR SALAD: 1 cup of mixed microgreens (e.g. beetroot, radish, basil, parsley, coriander/cilantro, sunflower, red cabbage, kale, broccoli or pea sprouts) 1 handful of arugula or baby spinach leaves 1 medium cucumber, sliced thinly 12 cherry tomatoes, halved Sesame seeds DRESSING: 2 Tbsp good quality olive oil 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tspContinue reading “Microgreens and Arugula Salad”

Pork and Cabbage Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground pork 1/2 yellow onion, sliced thin 1/2 head of green cabbage, sliced 1/2 cup edemame, shelled 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. sesame oil 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar 2 Tbsp. tamari or coconut aminos Fresh cilantro, chopped Sriracha, for serving Kosher salt and pepper, to taste Directions: 1. Heat 2 tbsp.Continue reading “Pork and Cabbage Stir-Fry”