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Continue ReadingThe perfect cake for anyone who loves matcha green tea – it’s also one of easiest desserts you can make, no-baking required. The frosting is matcha whipped cream, the cookies soften up and become the “cake” layers – so simple, but delicious! My kid’s have always loved the classic icebox cake made with regular Oreos,…
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Continue ReadingThis Pandan Whipped Cream takes under 5 minutes to make, it’s a perfect topping or filling for pandan waffles, cakes, cupcakes, and cream puffs. Pandan is derived from a tropical plant that grows in Southeast Asia, the flavor profile can be compared to a mild vanillaesque essence + coconut.
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Continue ReadingEasy air fried Teriyaki Chicken Wings, these delicious wings are light and crispy tossed in a thick, sweet teriyaki sauce. I use an Instant Omni Plus Oven (check current price here), but this recipe should work well in any Air Fryer Oven.
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Continue ReadingHere’s my version of the most trendy coffee drink, Dalgona Coffee – this originated in South Korea and went viral on TikTok and Instagram – with everyone, their mom and the grandma making this! I think the recipe is so popular because of how easy it is to make, you simply blend Instant Coffee, Sugar…
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Continue ReadingThis quick and easy recipe is an alternative to my Ram-Don with Steak Recipe from the movie Parasite. Honestly, this recipe was created because I didn’t want to go to the grocery store today because of the long lines and I already had some frozen salmon fillets on hand. Cheers to the many Chopped style…
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Continue ReadingThese air fried Vietnamese Sweet & Savory Wings are sweet, sticky and garlicky – the secret ingredient, Red Boat Fish Sauce is an umami bomb for these wings! Fry the garlic until they are light golden, don’t let them burn or they will taste bitter I use an Instant Omni Plus Oven (check current…
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Continue ReadingThese Honey Soy Garlic Wings are so delicious, they are sweet, savory and sticky! Make these easily with an air fryer – baking powder + cornstarch make the wings extra crispy. I use an Instant Omni Plus Oven (check current price here), but this recipe should work well in any Air Fryer Oven.
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Continue ReadingIf you’ve never had a shrimp boil you’re not alone. Most of us never experienced this delight unless we were from the Gulf—primarily Southeastern Texas or Louisiana. It’s a right of passage in these parts. Balmy late spring afternoons are spent with friends and family eating copious amounts of shrimp, sausage, corn and crawfish—all washed…
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Continue ReadingThis is my copycat of the famous Garlic Noodles from the An family restaurants – their Vietnamese restaurants are some the most popular destinations for celebrities, foodies and lovers of Asian cuisine. If you’ve never heard of them, check out this cool Eater article that tells the story of their rise to success. Helene An,…
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Continue ReadingIf you have left over cooked rice, use it to make congee / rice porridge quickly using the Instant Pot. If you want to make congee from scratch, check out my recipe here.
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