Cooking Method: Frying
Spicy Honey Sesame Salmon Bites
This Spicy Honey Sesame Salmon Bites is my new favorite meal. The combination of the sweetness of honey, subtle heat from the chili crisp, creaminess of the avocado, and the crispiness of the rice is just about as perfect as it gets.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 2 Servings
Smashed Dumpling Tacos
Smashed tacos are a recent trend that combines elements of both smash burgers and traditional tacos. These Smashed Dumpling Tacos are a fun and creative twist on the classic dumpling. They're made by taking the filling of a dumpling and pressing it into a tortilla, then frying it until crispy. Most recipes use ground pork, but I opted for the healthy option and used ground turkey. These are so good!
Dill Pickle Latkes
Lately, there have been a lot of recipes that use pickles. My family is mad keen on anything with pickles, so I went out on a limb and made these Dill Pickle Latkes. They are made with grated potatoes, onions, bread crumbs or matzo meal, eggs, and dill pickles, and are fried until golden brown. I have to say they are insanely good. They were all gone in minutes.
By - Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: Makes 18 - 20
‘Marry Me’ Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken is a dish that gained popularity on TikTok in 2021. It's a creamy, flavorful chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach and herbs. The name comes from the claim that the dish is so delicious, it will make you want to marry the person who made it for you. This version adds pappardelle pasta. I have to say, I would be tempted to marry myself! It's really delicious.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 2 Servings
Pork (or Venison) Schnitzel
Cafe Mozart is a restaurant that was started in Durand, Wisconsin in 1987 by Eva-Maria Coughlin and her husband George. Their specialty was German cuisine. I had this when I was visiting my brother-in-law in Ohio this summer. His brother Dean came over and made this Pork Schnitzel. It was outstanding, everyone loved it. The key to this particular recipe is to marinate the meat in the fridge overnight in lemon juice, olive oil, thyme, bay leaf, which is rubbed into the meat. The meat is pounded thin, then dredged in flour, dipped in beaten eggs, and coated with breadcrumbs. It is then fried in hot oil until golden brown and crispy. It's incredibly tender and delicious.
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Crispy Broccoli Parmesan Fritters
I made dinner from my freezer last night, I didn't feel like going to the market in 100° F heat. The recipe calls for fresh broccoli, but I used frozen instead.
Crispy Broccoli Parmesan Fritters are made with simple ingredients - broccoli, onion, eggs, flour, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings. The broccoli is cooked until tender, then mashed and mixed with the other ingredients. It's then fried until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Baked Bacon and Leek Risotto
I found this recipe on Sainsbury's website. I have completely changed it. Yes, Baked Bacon and Leek Risotto is much easier to make than stovetop risotto. The oven does the hard work of cooking the rice, so you don't have to stand over the stove stirring constantly. This dish is also less likely to overcook, as the oven will keep the risotto moist and creamy.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Rosemary-Sizzled Salami, Dates, and Pecans
My daughter Zoe made Rosemary-Sizzled Salami, Dates, and Pecans from Bon Appétit for a party. It's a warm mix of nuts and salami which is perfect to add to a charcuterie plate. The salami gets slightly crispy and sweet dates chewy and pairs perfectly with the saltiness of the salami.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Creamy Pasta with Broccoli & Bacon
This Creamy Pasta with Broccoli and Bacon is quick and a wonderful weeknight dinner. It's sure to satisfy your whole family. Sun-dried tomatoes give it a tangy and subtly sweet flavor, which pairs well with the saltiness of the bacon. You can also add chicken breast if you want to add more protein.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Blistered Shishito and Corn Salad
Shishito peppers have become popular. They are mostly mild, but about one out of ten are spicy, which adds an element of surprise. The person that gets the spicy one will have good luck! This Blistered Shishito and Corn Salad is a flavorful salad to add to your repertoire.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
