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Tomato Bacon Chutney

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The story of my tomato bacon chutney is one of sheer will and determination triumphing over my proverbial MBS (“Mommy Brain Syndrome”).  Tomato bacon chutney is one of those condiments that could be eaten on so many things that I should just plan on always having a container of it sitting in the fridge.  Versatility […]

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Steamy Shrimp Pork Dumplings (Ebi to Butaniku no Gyoza) + A Giveaway!

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Add this recipe to ZipList! Shrimp Pork Dumplings (Ebi to Butaniku no Gyoza) Makes 20 dumplings Recipe Notes: The assembled dumplings can be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated for several hours, then cooked straight from the refrigerator.  If you want to freeze them—place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, freeze them […]

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Daikon, Carrot, Persimmon, and Pomegranate Sunomono

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Add this recipe to ZipList! Daikon, Carrot, Persimmon, and Pomegranate Sunomono Makes approximately 5 servings Recipe Note: The sunomono can be made and stored in the refrigerator ahead of time.  After about 6 hours the flavors start to become stronger, which I personally like, but which may be less appealing to some guests.  So if […]

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Endive Boats with Avocado, Pomegranate, & Crab Salad—Gluten-Free Appetizer for Share Our Holiday Table

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Add this recipe to ZipList! Endive Boats with Avocado, Pomegranate, & Crab Salad Makes approximately 30 boats Recipe Note: For those who want to make sure this appetizer is gluten-free, make sure to use a gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.  You could also substitute Bragg Fluid Aminos if you can’t find a gluten-free soy sauce. […]

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Kiwi Shrimp Banh Mi Tacos

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Kiwi Shrimp Banh Mi Tacos Makes 8 soft tacos For the carrot daikon cucumber quick pickle: 2/3 cup carrot matchsticks 2/3 cup white daikon radish matchsticks 2/3 cup cucumber matchsticks* 1/4 cup rice vinegar 4 teaspoons granulated sugar generous pinch of salt For the taco filling: 12 ounces medium shrimp, cooked and peeled 4 green […]

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Dried Figs Dressed With Goma (Sesame) Dressing

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Add this recipe to ZipList! Dried Figs Dressed With Goma (Sesame) Dressing Makes 16 appetizers For the Goma (Sesame) Dressing: 2 tablespoons tahini 2 tablespoons toasted white sesame seeds 2 tablespoons plain soy milk 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 16 dried figs 2 – 3 ounces baby arugula1. […]

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Chilled Soba, Avocado, & Grapefruit Salad

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“Summer is the time when one sheds one’s tensions with one’s clothes, and the right kind of day is jeweled balm for the battered spirit. A few of those days and you can become drunk with the belief that all’s right with the world.” — Ada Louise Huxtable My friend Juls, the author of the […]

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Sushi Rice, the Secret Behind Delicious Sushi

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Sushi-Su (Seasoned Vinegar for Sushi Rice) 1 cup rice vinegar 3 tablespoons sugar 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 piece kombu, 2-inches square (optional) Combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, and kombu in a small saucepan.  Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and cook, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve.  When the mixture is clear, remove […]

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Squirrel’s Sweet & Sour Mushrooms

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Sweet and Sour Crimini Mushrooms Makes 4 servings Amazu (Sweet and Sour Sauce): 1/2 cup rice vinegar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon sea salt Mushrooms: 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil 8 ounces crimini (baby bella) mushrooms, cleaned and sliced into 1/4-inch slices 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon amazu 1. Make the amazu: Combine […]

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