This Korean-style chicken was inspired by the recent trip we took to our local Korean grocery store (read about it here). We served it with Kimchi and steamed rice... it turned out to be a fun and really tasty meal. I can't wait to make it again! 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless Chicken Thighs 1/2 cup garbanzo bean … [Read more...]
Lacto-fermented “Sweet & Spicy” Pickles
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These pickles are slightly sweet with just a hint of spicy-ness. They taste similar to a bread and butter style pickle, but with the added benefits of lacto-fermentation. The bad thing about these tasty pickles are that they never seem to last in my house... they get eaten up so quickly. I just may have to lock the kids out … [Read more...]
Ranch-Style Spicy Potato Salad
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Enjoy this spicy potato salad at your next BBQ...it is sure to be a big hit. Now wait a minute, don't let the word "spicy" scare you off. This really is a great tasting potato salad, and you can adjust the spicy-ness by the kind (heat level) of salsa you use. Simply use a mild salsa for a milder version, or kick up the heat … [Read more...]
Quinoa & Black Bean Pilaf
Quinoa is not technically a grain, but the seed of a plant. You can use quinoa where ever you would normally use rice or couscous. Quinoa naturally has a coating of saponin, a bitter taste, which deters insects and birds. Rinsing the quinoa well with warm water is important to remove the saponin. Serve this quinoa recipe as … [Read more...]
Mexican Adobo Seasoning *
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You can tailor the spiciness of this Adobo seasoning blend by the type of chili powder (ground chili's) that you use. Ancho chili's are fairly mild, while Chipotle's tend to be much spicier. I like to use a combination of the two for an in-between heat (spicy-ness). Use this blend as a rub/marinade for steaks, ribs, or … [Read more...]
