glasses of banana milk

Korean Banana Milk

This Korean banana milk recipe is easy and full of banana flavor! Let me show you how to make your own banana syrup at home for extra sweetness and flavor to pair with any coffee, matcha, or just to drink as plan banana milk; it’s delicious. If you can’t take a trip to Korea and get your hands on viral…

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four dipping sauces on dinner table with hot pot

Hot Pot Dipping Sauces

One of the best things about eating hot pot is the dipping sauce options. While hot pot is shared communally over a simmering pot of broth, an array of vegetables, proteins, and carbs, the dipping sauce is your own and open to endless possibilities. There are infinite ways to make hot pot dipping sauce, from soy sauce to sesame paste,…

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5 pots of indoor herbs

Growing Herbs Indoors

You can have fresh herbs year-round by growing an indoor garden. Making an indoor herb garden is a great option for those living in an apartment or small space because you can customize the setup and variety to suit your environment.  What herbs should you choose? Before heading out to your local nursery to buy seeds or plants, it’s best…

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tanghulu assortment

Tanghulu (Candied Fruit Skewers)

Tanghulu is a super viral traditional Chinese street dessert that pairs fresh fruit with a sweet and crunchy candy coating on a stick. You don’t have to travel abroad to eat these hard-candied covered fruit at home.  Learn how to make tanghulu at home with our tips and tricks, learned through trial and error.  What is tanghulu? Tanghulu is a…

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hainan chicken with rice, cucumber, dipping sauces

Hainanese Chicken Rice

Hainanese chicken rice is a Singaporean staple infused with spicy and bright ginger, pungent garlic, and rich chicken flavors. This minimal chicken rice dish includes tender, poached chicken, fragrant Jasmine rice with rendered chicken fat, and a flavorful broth. In theory, Hainan chicken rice seems like a simple dish, but there are some tips and tricks for properly poaching the…

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Gyoza Dipping Sauce

Try this easy gyoza dipping sauce recipe to perfectly complement your batch of hot potstickers. This gyoza dipping sauce has a traditional tare, a traditional Japanese sauce base that tastes savory, slightly sweet, and tangy with a touch of nutty sesame. And, of course, it’s topped off with a bit of spiciness with Japanese chili oil.  What are gyoza /…

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shrimp sauce with steamed shrimp

Shrimp Sauce

Need a creamy and tangy dipping sauce with a kick for your next shrimp cocktail party? Try this flavorful, rich shrimp sauce that only takes 15 minutes to whip up and pairs well with just about any steamed seafood. Our variation of this traditional English shrimp sauce is full of rich, umami flavor with citrusy lemon juice, spicy Tabasco sauce,…

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banh khot with veggies and dipping sauce

Bánh Khọt (Vietnamese Rice Cakes w/ Pork & Shrimp)

Bánh khọt are mini Vietnamese savory pancakes filled with tender pieces of pork and seasoned tender shrimp. Wrap them in layers of leafy greens, minty herbs, and tangy pickles, then dip them in a sweet and flavorful fish sauce for the perfect flavor-packed bite. When you make them at home, the freshness and crispness can’t be beat. I’m a control…

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tempura shrimp in tempura dipping sauce

Tempura Dipping Sauce

Tempura dipping sauce, or tentsuyu, is a traditional Japanese dipping sauce made from dashi (stock), mirin, soy sauce, and grated daikon radish. It’s slightly salty with a hit of savory, and sweet flavor. If you’re deep frying your vegetables and shrimp in homemade tempura batter, this sauce is the perfect pairing. This authentic tempura dipping sauce only uses five ingredients…

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flipping chicken breast on grill grates

Smoked Chicken Breast

Smokey and packed with protein, these smoked chicken breasts are perfect for meal prepping for the week. Or, if you’ve been wanting to learn how to make your own smoked deli meats at home, try this tender and flavorful way of making chicken sandwiches on the smoker. We use a wet brine and dry rub combination to get the best…

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Mexican rice bowl, with tacos, salso, sides

Mexican Rice In A Rice Cooker

This Mexican rice recipe features zingy, fire-roasted tomatoes, pungent aromatics, and rich chicken stock or broth. Because for me, nothing completes a Mexican meal without a side of rice (and beans!). Learn how to make an easier version of Mexican rice in the rice cooker without turning on the stove. And you’ll still get fluffy and tender spoonfuls of rice…

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bowl of Mul-naengmyeon

Mul Naengmyeon – Korean Cold Noodle Soup

I’ve dined at my favorite local Korean BBQ spot for so many years without trying one of their most popular dishes–cold noodle soup. And I can’t believe all the time I’ve spent there without eating it because it’s so good! Icy soup is unusual to American cuisine, and even by most Asian standards, but stick with me because this savory,…

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