Do you love beef but are looking to incorporate more veggies into your diet? Try beef bowls! This tasty combination of protein and vegetables is tossed in a delicious sauce and served over rice, making a complete, easy, and delicious meal! Korean Beef Bowls(Original recipe: Damn Delicious) 1/4 C brown sugar, packed1/4 C soy sauce2 … Continue reading Korean Beef Bowls
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Chicken Katsu
One of my all time favorite Asian takeout dishes is Chicken Katsu. I love the crispy, fried strips of dark meat chicken, especially complimented by the barbecue-like, sweet and tangy Tonkatsu sauce. This is not a traditional Japanese recipe, but this sauce tastes so similar to what you get from takeout restaurants, you'd never guess … Continue reading Chicken Katsu
Mongolian Beef
Mongolian Beef was one of my earliest successful meals when I was first learning to cook; so long ago, in fact, I don't recall where I originally got the recipe. If you're a beginner in the kitchen, give this one a try! But don't let the simplicity of this dish fool you; it's one that … Continue reading Mongolian Beef
Asian Baked Salmon
Fish is an excellent protein to make when you're trying to eat healthier. We live in an area rich in fresh seafood, especially salmon. We love this marinade so much, we eat it almost weekly. The original recipe is intended for the outdoor grill, but my version is modified for baking in the oven, making … Continue reading Asian Baked Salmon
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Did you make a New Year's resolution to eat healthier? This PF Chang's-copycat recipe is one I go to when I'm looking for something easy and healthy. As a bonus, this dish comes together very quickly. Just toss all the ingredients into a skillet, scoop into pieces of lettuce, and eat! Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps(Original … Continue reading Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Sesame Chicken and Broccolini
Our final Eating Healthy Before the Holidays recipe we're sharing is Sesame Chicken and Broccolini. This lighter dish is comprised of lower-calorie chicken and veggies tossed in a delicious sesame sauce. It is especially good served with steamed rice. As a bonus, this is easy to make, comes together in about 20 minutes, and has … Continue reading Sesame Chicken and Broccolini
Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken
Another excellent batch cooking recipe with which to restock your freezer is teriyaki sauce! I searched long and hard for an exceptional teriyaki sauce, one that could stand up to our local takeout spot. Every attempt disappointed me...until I found this one. It has the perfect amount of sweetness from brown sugar that balances beautifully … Continue reading Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken
Thai Peanut Chicken Salad
Today's chicken salad has an Asian flair! Sometimes you just crave salads, especially as the summer temperatures warm up. This one is a great alternative to standard tossed salads, loaded with protein, healthy veggies, and tossed in a versatile Thai peanut dressing. Thai Peanut Chicken Salad(Original recipe: The Creative Bite) 2 C coleslaw mix2 C broccoli … Continue reading Thai Peanut Chicken Salad
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