November, 2009

Draining tofu – quick and easy steps for draining tofu.

Top choices for Chinese cleavers

Daikon radish – this large white radish lends flavor to everything from salads to stir-fries.

Chicken Teriyaki – Teriyaki sauce gets an extra kick from beer in this recipe for chicken teriyaki created by Chef Martin Yan.

ten precious vegetables – the Chinese believe ten is a lucky number.

How to make ginger juice – easy tips for making ginger juice, a common marinade ingredient.

Tart apples baked with brown sugar, butter and cinnamon.

brought to you by epicurious.com and NutritionData.com Calories 375; Total Fat 8g; Carbohydrates 54g This smoked chicken breast salad is a complete meal by itself, including protein, whole grains, and omega-3 fatty acids. The citrus juices used to dress the chicken and the salad provide vitamin C, which will help the body better absorb the iron in the dish

This makes a spicy and healthy version of one of my favorite dishes. Serve with tabbouleh, pita bread and olives for a wonderful feast. Black beans or chickpeas can be substituted for adzuki beans

This recipe for sangria can be made quickly with lemon and orange juices, sugar, brandy, red wine, and club soda.