Today I’m back with yet another Chinese-American dish – Orange Chicken. It seems as though you can find orange chicken almost anywhere you want to eat these days. It is most commonly found at fast food restaurants, but don’t worry, this is so much better than anything you will find there. What really makes this …
Nothing was more satisfying as a kid than sinking my teeth deep into the juicy flesh of an orange, relishing every drop of juice that wasn’t busy pouring down your chin and over your clothes. While my love for oranges did not fade as I grew older, the way I enjoyed the excellent fruit did. …
When we eat oranges, we throw away the skin, believing we don’t have use for it. But you’ll find yourself regretting that when you come across a recipe that calls for orange zest. And though you may assume such would be rare, you’d be shocked at just how many dishes can have their taste improved …
These grilled chicken street tacos are a perfect dinner to prepare on the grill during the summer. This recipe consists of marinated grilled chicken, cilantro, and red onion on corn tortillas. You can add additional ingredients such as black beans and queso fresco cheese. A squeeze of lime juice tops these tacos off nicely. The …
This soy ginger chicken is marinated and grilled to perfection. This dish is easy to prepare, healthy and delicious. The chicken is marinated in ingredients such as soy sauce, fresh ginger, orange juice, garlic, and sesame oil. After the chicken has finished cooking it is topped off with homemade mango salsa. The salsa is just …
Preparing chicken tacos for dinner isn’t very difficult at all, this recipe shows you just how easy it is to make chicken tacos at home. The chicken is simmered in the pan with various ingredients, shredded and then returned to the pan and tossed with the sauce before serving. These tacos have a rather unique …
There is just something about that flavor of honey mustard sauce brushed on grilled chicken wings that I love. These wings are not just brushed with a sauce but they are marinated for even more flavor. The marinade comes ingredients such a BBQ sauce, hot sauce, Dijon mustard, orange zest, and honey. One ingredient that …
If you’re a cocktail fan that loves margaritas, then you’re already familiar with the flavor that is Triple Sec. This exotic liqueur is a top contender when it comes to making specialty drinks as well as flavoring foods. Triple Sec is so highly sought-after; hardly would you find a cocktail recipe that doesn’t include it. …
It’s often said that the life of any recipe dwells in its spice ingredients. This reason is why you’ll find items like curry, turmeric, thyme, onion, garlic, and ginger popping up as regular additions to many dishes. And while these are among some of the most popular spices you can find, others though rare, are …
I consistently get a lot of questions from people wondering how to cook Chinese food. Regardless of if you are just learning how to cook or have been cooking for awhile, you will probably find this article useful. The truth is, cooking Chinese food is not hard at all. In fact, many Chinese dishes are …
It is no secret that I have an obsession with Chinese cuisine. The place that started it all was a local Chinese buffet here in Michigan. After frequent visits to the buffet over the years, I finally decided to take a stab at cooking my own Chinese dishes at home. The majority of the dishes …
Crab legs are as delicious as they’re interesting. And we understand that sometimes, waiting overnight for the seafood to thaw before we can enjoy it can be a drag. So, you’ll be glad to hear that you don’t need to wait until the crab legs are at room temperature before cooking. Instead, you can toss …
Picnics are a good way to bring families and friends together and spend quality time with them. Your busy schedule and a student may complicate the process of planning for a picnic or cause you to give up along the way. It is possible to pack a picnic basket in a hurry and at the …
Many recipes shine forth with the addition of fruit juices, and each type offers a unique yet exciting effect. In pineapple juice, you get a rich dose of sweetness and tang that reminds you of beaches, sand, and paradise. This exotic ingredient is a favorite among many chefs and food enthusiasts when infusing a bright …
Everyone loves a good meal. However, it often happens that people’s diets are pretty much the same daily. A long time ago people realized that a varied diet is good for health. This is not just about the ingredients in a particular dish, such as salads, but also about different foods. Of course, you don’t …
