It brings me so much joy to share authentic ethnic cuisine with the internet. I love honoring and celebrating culture, while also opening the door to fellow foodies to learn something new. Today I want to share another great opportunity to learn: ayam kalasan. Ayam kalasan Indonesian fried chicken is one of my favorite fried...
Recipes
Ube Cake Recipe
Cake is indisputably the best dessert food. There's a cake for every occasion, and I personally believe we should eat cake for no reason as well! And there are so many beautiful flavors you can incorporate. Enter: ube, the purple yam best known for its bright vibrant purple color and unique flavor! This ube cake recipe...
Frozen Burgers In Air Fryer
I am such a fan of the air fryer! It cooks just about anything perfectly and it is so convenient. Since we haven’t made our way to grilling season yet, I wanted to try frozen burgers in air fryer to see how they would fare. They turned out awesome, and they were super easy! One...
Air Fryer Plantains
Plantains are a staple snack for us, but it is crazy how many people have never tried them! If you haven’t, don’t miss out. Air fryer recipes are a super easy, unintimidating way to prepare what might be your favorite healthy snack, or a great side dish to almost any kind of meal. Plantain slices do look...
Burrata Pasta
Burrata is having its moment right now, and it is easy to see why. It is made using mozzarella cheese, but results in a creamier, softer center. People are putting burrata on pizza, making appetizer dips with it, and now I would like to present to you: burrata pasta! Cook time is only 25 minutes!...
Vegan Cassoulet
The new year can feel like the start of a new season, but winter isn’t over yet! That means that soup, stew and pasta season is still in full swing. And if you are taking part in Veganuary, then this vegan cassoulet is the perfect answer to a vegan winter dinner dilemma. If you aren’t...
Lemon Artichoke Pasta
I don’t know about you, but I get so excited when I find a new way to enjoy pasta. This lemon artichoke pasta dish is totally different from spaghetti marinara, fettuccine alfredo, or any of the usual recipes in my rotation. It is a light, bright, and a healthy way to switch things up! If...
High Protein Pizza Crust
Everyone loves pizza! But we tend to associate it with junk food, when it can actually be so easy to turn it into something healthy. By using this recipe for low carb a high protein pizza crust, made with tofu, I get to turn one of my favorite dishes into something nutritious! Best thing about...
Potluck Sandwiches - Friendsgiving Food Ideas
There is something so satisfying about a good sandwich. You don’t need an overcomplicated recipe, just a well executed classic. But did you know that sandwiches can also be a great option for feeding a crowd? By making these delicious potluck sandwiches, , you can produce a whole batch of sandwiches quickly and easily for...
Cornbread Cookies
If you are a dessert lover like me, then get excited for the latest trend in baking: cornbread cookies! Cornbread cookies are just what they sound like – part cornbread and part cookie. They are sweet, salty, and have a unique texture that you’ll love! I got this idea when I had a Crumbl Cornbread...
Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
Soup season is officially here, and I am kicking it off with a classic vegetable beef! This instant pot beef vegetable soup is hearty, savory, and easy to make. Pair it with a warm, crusty bread, and you have the perfect autumn meal! This beef vegetable soup recipe is a total time saver, because it...
Mushroom Steak Sauce
The perfect sauce can really take a good steak over the top. And I'm not talking about Worcestershire sauce. This mushroom steak sauce adds that extra layer of flavor, and can help complement any sides you choose to serve with your steak dinner. It also offers a gentle contrast in texture. This dish only takes...
Thai Noodles
Thai is a quintessential Thai dish. It is the perfect comfort food, filled with tender noodles, sweet and salty sauce with just a little acidity. And it gets a little scrambled egg. Thai noodles also known as Pad Thai hits several food groups while also satisfying all of the requirements for a good pick-me-up meal....
Korean Cucumber Salad
Oi Muchim is a delicious dish also known as Korean cucumber salad. It's sweet and salty components go great with all sorts of meals. Some people even use it in place of kimchi. If you've ever had Korean bbq, this is served there often! A favorite time to enjoy this simple Korean cucumber salad is...
Korean Glass Noodles - Japchae
Japchae is a delicious Korean dish made with sweet potato glass noodles, vegetables, and steak. I love that it covers some of my favorites from different food groups, plus the sauce is delicious! This dish is a great week night dinner because it takes just 30 minutes to make! . It's authentic as can be. ...
Watermelon Salad
If you are looking for the perfect cookout side, allow me to introduce the watermelon salad. This dish is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Literally - it takes just 3 steps, and a total of 15 minutes to prepare. Whether you plan to attend a barbecue, picnic, or a little poolside relaxation at home,...
Air Fryer Taquitos
Few things top a good Mexican dish, but there is so much more than just taco night. I see your Taco Tuesday and raise you Taquito Tuesday, or Flauta Friday if you prefer. This delicious dish comes together in less than 30 minutes, so it is a perfect choice for any night of the week!...
Ube Pandesal
Pandesal is one of my favorite Filipino breads. It is a slightly sweet, slightly salty yeast-raised bread often served with cheese. For this recipe, I took it up a notch and placed the cheese inside the rolls, and added a little ube purple yam flavoring. This ube cheese pandesal recipe is so good! Ube has...
Banana Cheesecake No Bake
No Bake Banana Cheesecake Bars: Simple Dessert Recipes Looking for a quick and simple dessert recipe that the whole family will love? Look no further than these No Bake Banana Cheesecake Bars! This easy banana cheesecake recipe is simple to make and can be whipped up in a matter of minutes. Plus, they're delicious and...
Filipino Macaroni Salad
Pasta salad is great for so many reasons. It is easy to make ahead, easily transportable, easily customizable, and delicious. This Filipino macaroni salad is no different! It makes a great dish for upcoming summer cookouts, or an easy side to pack in lunches or picnics. If you've had Hawaiian macaroni salad, this is a...
Asian Chicken Meatballs
I love cooking in my pressure cooker. It is so fast and easy. This recipe for Asian chicken meatballs takes less than 30 minutes total time to prepare. And this recipe isn’t just fast – it is also delicious and I made this weekly. My family loves when I make this fun take on a...
Blueberry Latte
Spring is in full swing, and I love all of the colors and flavors that come along with it. Blueberry is a classic example of one of those quintessentially spring flavors. Blueberries evoke imagery of sunhats and picnics in the park. I wanted to bottle that feeling – or at least make it drinkable! This...
Baked Mac and Cheese Bites - From Box
Mac and cheese is already such a delicious dish. It is hard to beat this comfort food favorite. Enter mac and cheese bites! Mac and cheese bites have all of your favorite things about mac and cheese, but made portable and with a crunchy outer coating. These baked easy mac and cheese bites is best...
Baked Feta Dip
Appetizer and snack trends are a little fancier these days than what I remember growing up, and I love it. It feels so fun to add a little class into every day snacking, and to have so many easy party dish hacks. This baked feta dip works great for either occasion, and the leftovers are...