Low-fat unfried rice with marinated shiitake mushrooms, bell peppers, brown rice, and teriyaki. All the flavor of fried rice without the oil, using rice wine to keep vegetables from sticking.
Linguine with crab and mushrooms in a light white wine sauce with chicken broth, turmeric, tomato paste, and fresh tarragon. A quick seafood pasta for two that's ready in 40 minutes.
Home-style Chinese chicken deboned by hand, velveted in egg and cornstarch, twice-fried to a crackling crust, and tossed in a tangy vinegar glaze. Served over wilted garlic spinach restaurant-style.
Asian-style oat pilaf with egg-coated rolled oats toasted until separated, then simmered in soy sauce and chicken broth with mushrooms, green onions, and snow peas. A unique side dish.
Greek spaghetti tossed with herbed tomatoes, crumbled feta, sliced black olives, scallions, parsley, and a squeeze of lemon. A 30-minute weeknight pasta with sunny Mediterranean flavor.
This marinade sounds like very spicy, but it actually isn't. Because after marinating, you will wipe it away, and all the delicious flavors go into the meat without leaving too much spiciness.
Brazilian-style grilled chicken salpicão with charred red onion, carrots, parsley, and a Spanish paprika mayo dressing. Finished with crunchy potato straws on top. Ready in 30 minutes for a bright weeknight chicken salad.
Herb garden couscous salad with black beans, fresh dill, mint, parsley, tomatoes, olives, and a lemon-olive oil dressing. A bright, no-cook grain salad.
Ground beef, silky egg pancake strips, and green beans tossed in a soy-sherry-ginger sauce over hot rice. A budget-friendly weeknight stir-fry that feeds four without fuss.
Red cooked bean curd marinated in soy sauce, sherry, five spice, and brown sugar, then wok-cooked until the liquid absorbs into the tofu. A classic Chinese braising technique that gives tofu deep, savory-sweet flavor.
Simple and filled with veggies and wonderful flavor - for those on the Medifast plan it counts as: 1 lean 2 healthy fats 1.5 green 1 condiment
Sauteed rice noodles in the Thai pad thai style with shrimp, bean curd, pickled turnip, egg, bean sprouts, ground peanuts and fresh chili. Tangy, savory, and finished with lemon.
Cajun crawfish tails and smoky tasso sautéed with the holy trinity, mushrooms, and garlic, finished with white wine and butter. Serve over rice or pasta for a quick bayou-worthy supper.
Clear chicken broth infused with ginger and white wine, loaded with sauteed shiitake mushrooms, napa cabbage, and wilted spinach finished with sesame oil.
Seared salmon over loaded seafood fried basmati rice with oysters, shrimp, scallops and crawfish, drizzled with chipotle sesame vinaigrette. A Southwestern-Asian mashup plate with bold layered flavors.
Spicy firecracker chicken wings simmered in a ginger-garlic stir-fry glaze with crushed red pepper and sherry. A sticky, glossy sauce coats every wing for bold Asian-inspired heat.
Simple and tasty omelet, nice breakfast selection.
Pan-fried sirloin steaks finished in a bold rye whiskey pan sauce with scallions, beef extract, and fresh lemon juice. A quick, boozy steak dinner with serious depth of flavor.
Guizhou lianai doufu: golden-fried tofu squares stuffed with a garlicky cilantro-chili filling, simmered in a gingered soy sauce. A spicy Southwest Chinese classic worth the effort.
Lemongrass chicken stir-fry marinated in fish sauce, rice vinegar, and scallions then wok-fried with chili peppers. Topped with peanuts, bean sprouts, and fresh cilantro for an authentic Thai flavor.
NOTE: The flavor of this dish depends on the flavor of the Kimchee.
Outrageous baked beans combines four kinds of canned beans with chili sauce, brown sugar, hot chilies, and crumbled bacon in a slow-simmered, sweet-and-spicy crock pot side built for cookouts.
Sichuan shredded pork in yu shon (fish-fragrant) sauce with wood ear mushrooms, water chestnuts, and hot bean paste. A spicy-sweet-sour stir-fry that hits every flavor note.
Oriental Treasure Soup is a DIY hot pot with homemade chicken broth flavored with soy sauce, sherry, and ginger, served with tofu, noodles, mushrooms, and fresh toppings guests choose themselves.
Microwave rice-stuffed artichokes with a sage-carrot-onion filling and a lemony egg yolk sauce. An elegant vegetable dish made entirely in the microwave in 45 minutes.
Retro cream cheese balls with dried beef and green onions, split three ways: black olive, green olive, and nut-rolled. A crowd-pleasing party appetizer trio.
Lamb tartare made from hand-ground loin mixed with bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, scallions, and red pepper flakes. A Lebanese-inspired kibbeh nayyeh appetizer.
Mexican style lasagne with enchilada sauce, black beans, cottage cheese, and cheddar, layered with uncooked noodles that bake right in the sauce. Vegetarian, feeds 6 to 8, one pan cleanup.
Zucchini halves filled with sweet corn, cottage cheese, green onions, and melted Parmesan. A light, low-calorie vegetarian main ready in 30 minutes flat.
Shrimp and crab mousse with lemon gelatin, celery and horseradish. Light seafood salad molded and chilled, serves 4-6.
Fresh tomato salsa made with pickled jalapenos instead of raw peppers. The pickling brine adds tangy heat while keeping the spice level manageable.
Leftover turkey, pasta, and tomatoes tossed with cottage cheese and cheddar, then baked under a buttery bread crumb topping. This cheesy turkey bake turns holiday leftovers into a bubbly, golden casserole.
Crispy sesame-crusted tofu steaks coated in black and white sesame seeds with whole wheat breadcrumbs. Low-fat, vegetarian, and on the table in 20 minutes.
Sweet and sour meatballs with pineapple chunks, snow peas, and a tangy ginger sauce. Browned beef meatballs tossed in a glossy pineapple-vinegar glaze for a one-skillet dinner.
Roast leg of lamb served with braised lentils finished with pan gravy, green onions, and parsley. A classic pairing where the lamb's drippings enrich the earthy lentil side dish.
Crustless rice and turkey quiche with tomato, green pepper, basil, and reduced-fat cheddar. Uses egg substitute and skim milk for a lighter take on quiche. Great for using leftover turkey and rice.
No-cook spicy ginger noodle sauce with rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chili oil, and fresh cilantro. Just whisk and toss with cold or warm noodles for an instant meal.
Szechuan-style pork shoulder stir-fried with cloud ear black fungus, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, and ginger in hot chili sauce. An authentic Chinese wok dish.
Louisiana-style grillades made with grilled venison simmered in a dark roux gravy loaded with the holy trinity, red wine, and three kinds of tomatoes. Serve it over creamy grits, cher.
Southern-style shrimp cakes bound with creamy white sauce and fried golden. Fresh shrimp, green onions, and a kick of hot sauce make these patties sing.
Tender shredded beef wok-tossed in bold Sichuan fish-flavored sauce with crunchy water chestnuts, garlic, ginger, and chili. A quick Chinese stir-fry that's all heat, tang, and crunch.
Lasagna noodles rolled around a broccoli, mushroom, and cottage cheese filling, baked in marinara sauce. A fun vegetarian twist on classic lasagna that looks as good as it tastes.
Great for using up turkey left overs after a Holiday feast. The fruit, nuts and seasonings give the salad a unique flavor.
Barbecued chicken in a fiery citrus marinade of orange juice, scotch bonnet, garlic, and cilantro, grilled until crisp and served with lime-dressed chargrilled spring onions. Pile it into a wrap.
Drink garnish guide covering frosted glasses, sugar and salt rims, plus garnish ideas for fruit, vegetable and coffee drinks. Old-school bartender finishing touches that turn ordinary drinks into something proper.
Spicy nachos supreme with a green chile tomato sauce, melted cheddar, fresh guacamole, sour cream, and jalapeño slices. Loaded appetizer nachos done right.
Chinese popcorn shrimp with a cornstarch crust, tossed in sweet-and-pungent sauce with ginger, garlic, red pepper, and citrus zest. Crackling-crisp bite-sized shrimp.
Grilled Tuna Burger with Spicy Mango Ketchup recipe