I dream about the crispy pork belly tacos at Cosecha, a fast-casual gourmet Mexican restaurant in Oakland, CA. This was part of Swan’s Market in Oakland, CA. My […]
Asian / Dessert
Snow Ear Fungus Dessert Soup
Chinese herbal medicine is all about dried herbs, fruits, and other plants being simmered for hours, creating a sweet or savory soup that is full of nutrients. Snow […]
Breakfast / Side Dish / Vegetables
Crispy Home Fries
In need of a beautiful side dish to accompany your perfectly seared steak or juicy roasted chicken? After years of trying to find the perfect home fries recipe, […]
Side Dish / Summer / Vegetables
Garlic Butter Sauteed Corn
Summer is in the air, and so is fresh, delicious corn on the cob! Corn has gotten a bad wrap lately due to the high fructose corn syrup […]
Breakfast
Zesty Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Lemon ricotta pancakes have been all the rage at brunch spots here in the US. However, I always find myself being disappointed because I don’t usually taste much […]
Appetizer / Vegan / Vegetables
Easy Crispy Chickpeas
Crispy chickpeas are a super healthy and wonderful alternative to chips. I usually can never get my husband to eat chickpeas, but when I put these easy crispy […]
Main Dish
Low Carb Lasagna
Traditional lasagna is incredibly comforting and indulgent. But as you grow older, many of us cannot have too much pasta, or the weight gain is real. Diabetes is […]
Appetizer / Asian / Seafood
Sticky Rice Seafood Pancake
This sticky rice seafood pancake recipe was inspired by my husband’s aunt. It is Chinese in origin, but I am unclear as to which region or subgroup eats […]
Appetizer / Main Dish
Curry Chicken Salad
If you are like me, then time is really limited and sometimes you just want something quick and easy for lunch or dinner. This is especially true for […]
Side Dish / Vegetables
Creamy Cauliflower Potato Puree
If you ever want to treat yourself to a nice restaurant-quality meal, this dreamy creamy cauliflower puree has to be one of your sides. The addition of cauliflower […]
Asian / Main Dish
Easiest Soy Glazed Chicken Wings
Being a working mom means most dinners and meals have to be easy easy easy. Which is why I love using the oven or toaster oven for cooking. […]
Asian / Main Dish
Addictive Vietnamese Garlic Butter Noodles
Vietnamese garlic butter noodles is one of the finest forms of Vietnamese-French fusion. Serve these with Vietnamese Spicy Garlic Shrimp and you’ve got a perfect pairing!
Breakfast / Main Dish / Seafood
Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
There are so many recipes for cajun shrimp and grits. I remember eating such delicious, flavorful, and spicy food when I visited New Orleans. The loud, bombastic flavors […]
Appetizer / Main Dish / Seafood
Gambas al Ajillo
Spanish tapas are super delicious, but can be very expensive. Also, as a working mom with a young child, it is hard to eat out at restaurants. So […]
Asian / Main Dish / Seafood / Soups
Easy Miso Hotpot
Who doesn’t love a full hotpot setup? It’s interactive, very fun. You dip and cook items as you eat. But sometimes, you don’t have the time or energy […]
Asian / Main Dish / Seafood
Steamed Fish with Black Bean Sauce
A classic Cantonese dish with fish that is easy and super fast. This steamed fish with black bean sauce will wow you with its punchy umami flavor. It […]
Side Dish / Vegetables
Brown Butter Seared cabbage
A very quick and flavorful vegetable side dish, brown butter seared cabbage will be a great addition to your weeknight dinner rotation or meal prep.
Baby Food / Dessert
The Perfect Flan
If you are a fan of jiggly, soft flan that melts in your mouth, then I have the perfect flan recipe for you. How to Make the Perfect […]
Appetizer / Main Dish / Seafood
Crab stuffed shrimp
I love making steakhouse classics at home. One of these classics is a crab stuffed shrimp dish, topped with buttery crispy breadcrumbs. This is definitely a luxurious dish, […]
Side Dish
Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
These cheesy garlic mashed potatoes will become your go-to side dish for grilled chicken, salmon, steak, or just any main dish. The creaminess of the potatoes along with […]
