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Kimchi Fried NoodlesBy PeterThe origins of kimchi fried noodles can be traced back to the early 20th century when Chinese immigrants settled in Korea and brought with them their traditional dishes. Over time, these dishes were adapted to the local palate and ingredients, giving rise to Korean-Chinese cuisine. Kimchi fried noodles became particularly popular in the 1960s and 1970s when Korean-Chinese restaurants began to appear in cities throughout Korea. This dish is variation of dish known as "jjajangmyeon" in Korean, is a popular Korean-Chinese dish that combines the spicy and tangy flavor of kimchi with the savory flavor of stir-fried noodles.
Kimchi Cheese ToastBy PeterKimchi cheese toast is a popular fusion dish that combines the Korean staple food, kimchi, with Western-style cheese toast. The exact origin of this dish is unclear, but it is believed to have emerged in South Korea in the 2000s as part of the growing trend of Korean fusion cuisine. Kimchi cheese toast has become a popular snack or light meal in South Korea, and has also gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly in areas with a large Korean population or a strong interest in Korean cuisine. It is often served in cafes, restaurants, or street food stalls, and is also easy to make at home.
Korean KimchiBy PeterKimchi is a traditional fermented dish from Korea that has been consumed for over a thousand years. It is made by fermenting vegetables such as napa cabbage, radish, scallions, or cucumbers, along with spices, salt, and other ingredients. The origins of kimchi can be traced back to ancient times, when people in Korea used to preserve vegetables by salting them and storing them in earthenware jars. Over time, this process evolved into the fermentation of vegetables with spices, which created a delicious and healthy food. Kimchi was an important part of the Korean diet, particularly during the winter months, when fresh vegetables were scarce. It was also considered a medicinal food, believed to help prevent illness and improve digestion. In the 16th century, kimchi became even more popular in Korea after the introduction of chili peppers, which added a spicy kick to the dish. The use of chili peppers also had health benefits, as it helped to increase circulation and improve digestion.
Sichuan Mapo TofuBy PeterThe history of Sichuan Mapo Tofu dates back to the Qing Dynasty in the late 1800s. The dish was created by a woman named Chen Mapo, who was the owner of a small restaurant in the Sichuan province. Chen Mapo was known for her delicious tofu dishes, and she created Sichuan Mapo Tofu as a way to use up leftover ingredients and satisfy her customers. The name "Mapo" comes from Chen Mapo's nickname, which means "pockmarked old woman" in Sichuanese dialect. Legend has it that Chen Mapo was known for her pockmarked face, but her tofu dishes were so delicious that people continued to flock to her restaurant despite her appearance.
Short Rib TacosBy PeterInvention of corn flat bread is ancient and dates back to the Olmec culture back in 1,500 BC into Aztec empire. The word "taco" is however very new, it originates from Mexican silver miners in the 18th century. Gunpowder was wrapped in a paper like a “taquito” and inserted into rocks before detonation. By this time, tacos were known as the food of the working class, which included miners. This resulted in their portable street food being called “tacos de minero“, also known as “miner’s tacos”. It was a corn tortilla with a spicy filling consisting of cheap offcuts and organs. This daily staple was filling, delicious, and affordable.
Garlic BreadBy PeterYou can make this with white bread, baguette or any other slice of bread. Even stale bread will do well as it get reheated in oven.
Cannelloni Di CarneBy PeterThe first written record about cannelloni is mentioned by Gio Batta Magi from Arezzo, who mentioned it among his Tuscan recipes. However, it is said that their birth occurred shortly afterwards in Campania, more or less in the first half of the nineteenth century. At the time the Neapolitan cook Vincenzo Corrado mentioned in his book "The Cook Galante" the recipe for a large pacchero , first boiled and then filled with a stuffing made with meat and truffles and then covered with a meat sauce and baked. Although the invention of the cannelloni remains uncertain and although there are few writings and cookbooks of the time that referred to it, it is assumed that this was initially a poor dish and a collection of leftovers , consumed especially during the holidays.
Homemade GranolaBy PeterWhy spending fortune of granola bars or granola mix if you can make one for fraction of a price? Hardest part of baking granola is knowing when the granola is done. Using a low oven temperature helps dry out the granola without over-baking it, but keep in mind that the granola won’t be dry right out of the oven, it will dry as it cools, so take it out of the oven when it looks lightly toasted and smells like cooked honey. We’re going for a toasty smell here.
Bibimbap SauceBy PeterBibimbap is a popular Korean rice bowl dish served with a variety of seasoned vegetables, kimchi, meats. or tofu, and topped with a raw egg and bibimbap sauce. The best way to enjoy bibimbap is by mixing all of the ingredients with a spoon so the flavor from each ingredient is evenly distributed. Bibimbap was originally known as “goldongban” (which means mixing together various objects with already cooked rice) in the 1400s and then later “bubimbap” in the late 1800s. Between the 1800s and 1900s bibimbap significantly changed in terms of ingredients added to the bowl.
Tom Kha GaiBy PeterIn the late 19th century, tom kha was not a soup. It was a dish of chicken or duck simmered in a light coconut broth with a generous amount of galangal. It was then served with a basic roasted chili jam as a dipping relish. Since the dish is very popular, there are also other versions of the soup - vegetarian, tofu, seafood, and pork tom kha are just some of its varieties. It is traditionally served with rice on the side, garnished with coriander leaves and diced tomatoes.
Chicken SatayBy PeterSatay has been influenced by Indonesian, Malaysian and Thai cuisine but its origin has been widely agreed to be the Indonesian island of Java. Satay is a meat dish that is marinated, skewered, grilled and served commonly with a peanut sauce. Recipe soon spread out to the nearby countries of Southeast Asia due to their close proximity, and the travel and trade ties that existed between these countries. Satay can be found in many Southeast Asian countries including Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, Brunei, and East Timor, where it has adapted to the local cooking style and ingredients, having its own distinct flavor.
Hong Shao RouBy PeterHong Shao Rou (红烧肉) is a popular Chinese dish. Literal translation of the dish is red braised pork. Essence of this recipe is braising pork in soy sauce and sugar, which gives the sauce a glossy caramelized finish. The dish originates from the Chinese province of Hunan, but nowadays it is associated with Shanghai. It was favorite dish of Mao Tse-tung, the founding father of China, and it is often referred to as Chairman Mao’s red braised pork.
Sichuan Pork Miso NoodlesBy PeterThis recipe is more or less fusion of Japanese and Sichuan cuisine. It builds on the dan dan noodles recipe. First we cook pork with Sichuan spices to make it aromatic and fragrant. Sauce on the other hand is using Shiro miso paste which is Japanese ingredient. In combination with rest of the ingredients we create creamy sauce, which coats the noodles all over, bringing the two worlds together.
Carolina Pulled PorkBy PeterGreat North Carolina recipe for pulled pork should consist of succulent, smoky meat napped in a tangy vinegar-based sauce. To streamline this often labor-intensive dish without losing out on any of the flavor, we started with a traditional pork butt roast.The moist heat of the multicooker effortlessly tenderized this tough cut.
Czech Frankfurt SoupBy PeterThis is a traditional and incredibly delicious czech soup with a misleading name as Frankfurt isn’t located in the Czech Republic. It comes with the taste of garlic and sweet ground paprika and sausages floating on the surface.
French Apple TartBy PeterIn French called "Tarte aux Pommes", gives you double dose of apples. It begins with a pre baked in French "Pate Sucree" which has a wonderfully crisp texture and a sweet buttery flavor. Cake is great with whipped cream or ice cream as it's not overwhelmingly sweet.
Spiced YuzuBy PeterGreat atumn beverage. It's served hot so it's great for cold evening. Recipe is built on classic hot toddy concept but instead of using plain water we use black tea, to get the drink more sturdiness and complexity. Optionally you can add any citrus fruit in to the mixture or as garnish, however as we are using Yuzu as base it's not really required.
Broccoli Leafs SoupBy PeterGreat soup recipe to make use of broccoli leaves from your garden, which are very healthy and nutritious. In supermarket you most likely won't come around broccoli leaves, best substitute for this is a whole kale head.
Homemade French FriesBy PeterFreshly made, double fried homemade french fries, can this get any better? If you haven't yet made your own fries you are missing out! I don't thinks so!
Cane’s Fried ChickenBy PeterThis recipe is trying to recreate chicken from Raising Cane's fast-food restaurant chain. This restaurant chain was founded in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by Todd Graves and Craig Silvey in 1996.
Osaka OkonomiyakiBy PeterThis version of the okonomiyaki recipe comes from the Japanese city of Osaka where this dish is a famous street food delicacy. The basis is freshly cut cabbage into strips, or you can also use romaine lettuce, it is important that it is crunchy. Eggs and flour form a dough, it serves as a glue that holds the entire pancake together after cooking.
Yeasted DoughnutsBy PeterDoughnuts found in the shops always seem to look more impressive than they actually taste, flavor always seems to fall short. This recipe is aiming for lightly sweetened doughnut that is tender on the inside and lightly crisp on the outside. Try our simple doughnuts recipe at home.
Espinacas Con GarbanzosBy PeterVery healthy and nutritious Andalusian chickpea recipe made with spinach. There are many recipes and version of this vegetarian dish, but it is most commonly flavored with garlic, olive oil, tomatoes, paprika, vinegar, and cumin. Espinacas con garbanzos is served piping hot during the colder months in Spain, often with a wedge of fried bread on the side.
French Scrambled EggsBy PeterHow to make scrambled eggs? It's not so easy as it seems if you want to do it legit. This recipe will guide you through the procedure, following original french culinary technique for Oeufs Brouillés. Most important is to be gentle during cook and make sure you don't overcook your eggs. Result needs to be creamy yet firm.
Soft PretzelsBy PeterThis Pretzels recipe is so easy, the whole charade can be done in a hour. Longest is perhaps dipping of pretzels in to alkaline solution which takes some practice. If you have no bread on the hand this is great recipe to quickly make some. Hey and did you know that Pretzels goes back to the beginning of the middle ages, in 610 A.D, crazy right?
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