Trader Joe's Recipes
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Continue ReadingDalgona Candy (ppopgi) is popular street snack in South Korea (watch how it’s traditionally made here) – it’s been served there for decades, but has become known worldwide recently from Squid Game (Netflix show). About 3 weeks ago, I missed a night of sleep binge watching the entire season of Squid Game (yes, it was…
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Continue ReadingEvery year, I go nuts at Trader Joe’s when all the pumpkin products start rolling in. I wanted to make a dessert that uses as many pumpkin treats as possible, so I created the ultimate Pumpkin Milkshake. I didn’t feel like baking myself a birthday cake this year (like I always do), so I made…
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Continue ReadingIced Strawberry Matcha Latte, one of the most delicious and refreshing matcha drinks, it’s inspired by the strawberry matcha latte served at TeaZenTea boba shop in Brentwood, CA. I’ve come up with a super easy shortcut for sweetened strawberry puree (no cooking involved! yay!) so you can make this drink in under 5 minutes. If…
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Continue ReadingCrispy Coconut Shrimp, one of my favorite appetizers! Jumbo shrimp are coated in panko and coconut shreds, then fried until gold brown and crispy – dip them into Thai Sweet Chili Sauce for the perfect balance of flavors – so delicious! I used unsweetened coconut, but you could use sweetened shredded coconut if you want…
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Continue ReadingThis is a super easy 5-minute recipe for Pumpkin Spice Latte made with a few Trader Joe’s ingredients. It has all the flavors of autumn in one delicious cup! Watch my 30-second Instagram Reel here I typically don’t like the flavor of instant coffee, but in lattes they work well, since the milk and whipped…
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Continue ReadingFall is my favorite time of year, the weather gets more mild, Halloween is approaching and Trader Joe’s gets tons of pumpkin goodies! Every year I love trying out all the Trader Joe’s pumpkin products, and one of my favorite items is the Pumpkin Brioche Twist, it’s amazing for French Toast – I wanted to…
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Continue ReadingMid-Autumn Festival or Tết Trung Thu is an ancient festival considered “children’s day” in Vietnamese culture. It’s day to celebrate the harvest, spend quality time with your kids – spoiling them with toys, their favorite foods, paper lanterns & treats such as mooncakes. Traditional mooncakes are made with a dense pastry dough and filled with…
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Continue ReadingLangostino is the Spanish name for little lobster or squat lobster, they have a tender texture and delicate flavor. Many people like to use langostino tails in place of standard lobster in lobster rolls. I’m sharing my easy recipe for Langostino Mac and Cheese, there’s no need to make a roux since I use Pub…
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Continue ReadingIf you’re looking to make a healthy and unique salad, try this Strawberry and Feta Spring Mix Salad. It’s dressed with a simple homemade balsamic vinaigrette dressing that only needs 3-ingredients. Not only is this salad nourishing and well balanced, it’s simply beautiful. The simple balsamic vinaigrette dressing is made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar…
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Continue ReadingI love matcha, and have it some form almost everyday – desserts, drinks, I even love matcha soba! If you’re a matcha fan and looking for the most refreshing, delicious & BEAUTIFUL matcha drink, try this Iced Mango Matcha Latte. It’s inspired by the mango matcha latte served at TeaZenTea boba shop in Brentwood, CA…
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-Van
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