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Korean BBQ Style Chicken

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Korean BBQ Style Chicken with Bean Sprout Salad

#kevinsrecipechallenge

Korean BBQ Style Chicken with Bean Sprout Salad

Asian cuisine is one of my all time favorites. The wonderful combination of salty, sweet, sour, savory and spicy flavors come together to make meals mouth watering and delicious. This Korean BBQ Style Chicken with Bean Sprout Salad hit those notes while only spending a short time in the kitchen.

I’m one of 30 qualified food bloggers that are taking on Kevin’s Natural Foods Recipe Challenge. Each of the products I received are carefully made and prepared using a gourmet cooking technique called “sous-vide”.

Sous vide, which means “under vacuum” in French, refers to the process of vacuum-sealing food in a bag, cooking the contents to a very precise temperature in a water bath. This technique creates results that are impossible to achieve through any other cooking method.

#kevinsrecipechallenge

READY, SET, GO!

What is the challenge and what do I win?

Here is what Kevin’s Natural Foods has to say about the categories

One Paleo Category Winner: $1,000.00 Cash Prize

Who says the caveman diet can’t be delicious?! Let’s start by switching things up and see what delicious combinations you can achieve by infusing one of our irresistible, high-quality protein into your recipes. Take the challenge and show us your best breakfast, lunch, or dinner recipes. You’ll never miss the dairy, legumes, or grains!

One Keto Category Winner: $1,000.00 Cash Prize

We love the Keto diet for its health benefits and all the delicious flavors. Show us your culinary skills by creating original Keto recipes that can be served for dinner, lunch or even breakfast. Think outside the box and create inspiring Keto recipes with our delectable entrées that will leave us saying WOW!

One Gluten-Free Category Winner: $1,000.00 Cash Prize

Following a gluten-free diet doesn’t need to be boring, in fact, it can be absolutely delicious with one of our incredible entrées. Take the challenge and use your imagination and create the best gluten-free recipes using one of our entrées that would please the most discerning palates.

Being able to choose 4 Kevin’s Natural Foods Entrées from the list below. I picked and received 2 of each product for free to create original recipes.

Chicken Chile Verde

Chicken Tikka Masala

Cilantro Lime Chicken

Korean BBQ-Style Chicken

Roasted Garlic Chicken

Teriyaki-Style Chicken

Thai-Style Coconut Chicken

Korean BBQ-Style

Beef Mongolian-Style Beef

Peppercorn Steak Tips

I chose to work with Korean BBQ Style Chicken, Peppercorn Steak Tips, Roasted Garlic Chicken and Thai Style Coconut Chicken. This dinner is a Keto entry for the contest using the Korean BBQ Style Chicken.

I love to have salads with my main courses. I thought how perfect to make a super fast and low carb side salad…Bean Sprout Salad. The flavors of the coconut amino, sesame seed oil and green onions add so much.

When using fresh bean sprouts (aka mung beans) it is best to blanch them in boiling water for 1 minutes, drain and then rinse under cold water. This takes away the raw bite and allows the sprouts to absorb the dressing flavors.

With the addition of a red bell pepper and onion to the Kevin’s Natural Foods Korean BBQ Style Chicken, you get even more of your daily veggies. Plus the beautiful color from the bell pepper. They say we eat with our eyes first. I do believe that to be true.

Korean BBQ Style Chicken and Bean Sprout Salad

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Korean BBQ Style Chicken with Bean Sprout Salad

Serves 3-4

INGREDIENTS:

1 16 oz. pkg Kevin’s Natural Foods Korean BBQ Style Chicken

1 lbs fresh bean sprouts (aka mung beans)

2 green onions, chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

1 tbs coconut amino

1 tbs toasted sesame seed oil 

1/2 tsp kosher salt

1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

1 tbs avocado oil 

1/2 red bell pepper, cut into small strips

3/4 cup onion, large dice

Optional garnish:

Green onion tops cut on the bias

A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Open and drain the Korean BBQ Style Chicken as instructed on the package then set aside. Place the sauce package aside and have ready to open and add as instructed below.
  2. In a large pot bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add in the fresh bean sprouts and simmer for 1 minute. Drain and rinse under cold water. Allow to continue draining and set aside. 
  3.  In a small bowl, mix together the 2 chopped green onions, minced garlic clove, coconut amino, toasted sesame seed oil, kosher salt and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. 
  4. Toss the dressing over the blanched and drained beans sprouts. Set aside. 
  5. In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium high heat. Add in the bell pepper slices and onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  6.  Add in the drained Kevin’s BBQ Style Chicken meat and the sauce packet, heat through. 

Optional: Garnish the Korean BBQ Style Chicken and Bean Sprout Salad with green onion tops and toasted sesame seeds 

Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken

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Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken

#JustAddSalsa #SamsFreshSalsa #CheckTheLabel❤️ #samssalsarecipechallenge

Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken

I love Chinese food, especially a sweet and sour entree. Take out can be great if it is fresh made and it can be enjoyed soon after the pick up. When that is not the case, make it at home.

Being apart of Sam’s Fresh Salsa Food Bloggers Recipe Challenge, I knew I had an ingredient the company sent me that would save lots of time when making the sweet and sour sauce. This recipe, Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken, is a delicious spin on Chinese Sweet and Sour Chicken.

Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken

READY, SET, GO!

What’s the challenge and what do I win? 

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000 Cash Prize

One Entree Category Winner: $500 Cash Prize
Be fresh and get out of your comfort zone! We are looking for inspiring recipes that are packed with wonderful flavors and aromas made with our fresh salsas that will leave us saying WOW!

One Appetizers Category Winner: $500 Cash Prize
Say goodbye to nachos, chips, and salsa! This is your time to shine; we are looking for original recipes using our mouthwatering fresh salsas that are inventive and delicious that leaves all your culinary skills on the kitchen counter.

THE WINNERS OF THE SAM’S FRESH SALSA BLOGGER RECIPE CHALLENGE WILL BE DETERMINED BY JUDGING ALL QUALIFYING ENTRANTS’ SUBMISSIONS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: 

TASTE: 50%

  • Does this recipe taste great with every bite?

  • Would you want to make this recipe repeatedly based on taste alone?

  • Does it contain interesting, yet gratifying flavor combinations?

VISUAL APPEAL: 25%

  • Does the recipe show well in a plate or bowl?

  • Do your eyes make you want to eat this recipe — even before you smell or taste it? 

CREATIVITY: 25%

  • Does your recipe show originality?

  • Is this recipe reflective of unique twists to ingredient usage?

  • Have you incorporated your personal touch to this recipe? 

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TO AID IN THE CREATION OF MY RECIPES I RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING SAM’S FRESH SALSA PRODUCTS FROM THE COMPANY:

 6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Mild Salsa

6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Medium Salsa

And 6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Mango Pineapple Salsa

This quote from Sam’s website says it all about their dedication to making a quality product. “Sam’s™ Fresh Salsa is your answer to real ingredients, freshness, and guaranteed quality. We pride ourselves on using zero preservatives or additives and provide a delicious product that’s versatile to all your meals or dipping adventures! With Sam’s you’ll feel good about what you’re eating.”

The fresh mango and pineapple pieces in the salsa are ready for the sweet and sour sauce. Add the whole container to a sauce pan and add in the ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and add in the chicken stock cornstarch slurry. Continue to simmer until it thickens and just like that your sauce is done!

Once the chicken pieces are dredged and fried it is time to dress with the sauce. The crispy coating on the chicken thigh pieces holds so well to the Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Sauce. Even the small amount of leftovers we had reheated so well. Toss well in the sauce and serve over your favorite cooked rice.

WHERE CAN I FIND SAM’S FRESH SALSA NEAR ME?

You can purchase Sam’s Fresh Salsa at ShopRite, Acme, and Safeway. If they are not in your local store, ask them to carry Sam’s Fresh Salsa products!

FOLLOW SAM’S FRESH SALSA ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR MORE INSPIRING RECIPES

Website: https://samssalsa.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamsOriginalFreshSalsa

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsfreshfood/

Check out my other two entries for this contest…One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish and Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake

 

Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken

Sweet & Sour Mango Pineapple Chicken is your new homemade take-out dish. Sam’s Fresh Salsa makes the sauce so quick and easy. Who doesn’t like less chopping and a product packed with flavor that helps make a meal fabulous. This Mango Pineapple Salsa is the answer. 

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

1-12 oz. Sam’s Fresh Salsa Mango Pineapple

2 tbs. ketchup 

1 tbs. soy sauce

3 tbs. rice vinegar

2 tbs. brown sugar

3/4 cup chicken stock 

1/2 cup plus 1 tbs. cornstarch, divided

1 1/2 lbs. chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, trimmed, cut into 1” pieces

2 tsp. kosher salt, divided

1/4 tsp. black pepper

4 eggs, beaten

1 cup flour 

1 tsp onion powder

4 cups oil (vegetable oil was used)

GARNISH:

2 green onion tops, cut on a bias

1 tbs. toasted sesame seeds 

Serve with cooked rice for 4, prepared according to the instructions.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large saucepan, add the Sam’s Fresh Mango Pineapple Salsa, ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar and brown sugar. Stir to blend and bring to a simmer. 

2. Whisk together the chicken stock and 1 tbs. cornstarch and add to the simmering sweet & sour mango pineapple sauce. Stir and continue to simmer for several minutes to thicken the sauce. Set the sauce aside. 

3. Add the remaining 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp. Kosher salt, 1/4 tsp. black pepper to a large ziplock bag and shake to blend the ingredients. Add in the chicken, zip closed and toss to coat. 

4. In a shallow bowl, add in the beaten eggs. In another bowl add in the flour, onion powder and blend. 

5. In a deep pot, heat the oil to 350 degrees. Remove the chicken pieces for the bag, removing any excess cornstarch. Dredge the pieces into the beaten egg and then into the seasoned flour. 

6. Once all the chicken pieces are coated, begin frying in small batches for approximately 4-5 minutes to achieve a golden brown crust and the internal temperature reaches 165. 

7. Remove the chicken from the oil and use the remaining teaspoon of salt to season. 

8. When all of the chicken is fried, toss with the sauce that is hot. (Reheat the sauce if it has cooled.)

Serve over rice and garnish with the cut green onion tops and sesame seeds. Enjoy!! 

Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake

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Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake

#JustAddSalsa #SamsFreshSalsa #CheckTheLabel❤️ #samssalsarecipechallenge

Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake

Being chosen as 1 of 30 blogger to take Sam’s Fresh Salsa recipe challenge had me thinking outside the box, or should I say outside the salsa container. I love love love sushi and wanted to find a way to bring sushi and salsa together.

My third daughter just got married and was in Maui for her honeymoon when she sent me a picture of her breakfast, Loco Moco with SPAM. I told her how I have always wanted to try that. What caught my eye was the SPAM, which is used widely in Hawaiian dishes. My brain went to work and Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake was born.

A couple years back there was a trend on the internet, Sushi Bakes. Most of the recipes called for imitation crab, salmon or ahi tuna. The idea is to layer sushi ingredients into a casserole dish and bake it. My thoughts were to create a layered Hawaiian inspired sushi bake.

Sam’s Mango Pineapple Fresh Salsa plays a huge part in this new creation. Once the casserole is baked, it can be served with lots of fun sides like pickled ginger, wasabi paste, seasoned cucumbers, avocado slices, soy sauce and toasted nori sheets.

READY, SET, GO!

What’s the challenge and what do I win? 

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000 Cash Prize

One Entree Category Winner: $500 Cash Prize
Be fresh and get out of your comfort zone! We are looking for inspiring recipes that are packed with wonderful flavors and aromas made with our fresh salsas that will leave us saying WOW!

One Appetizers Category Winner: $500 Cash Prize
Say goodbye to nachos, chips, and salsa! This is your time to shine; we are looking for original recipes using our mouthwatering fresh salsas that are inventive and delicious that leaves all your culinary skills on the kitchen counter.

Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake

THE WINNERS OF THE SAM’S FRESH SALSA BLOGGER RECIPE CHALLENGE WILL BE DETERMINED BY JUDGING ALL QUALIFYING ENTRANTS’ SUBMISSIONS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: 

TASTE: 50%

  • Does this recipe taste great with every bite?

  • Would you want to make this recipe repeatedly based on taste alone?

  • Does it contain interesting, yet gratifying flavor combinations?

VISUAL APPEAL: 25%

  • Does the recipe show well in a plate or bowl?

  • Do your eyes make you want to eat this recipe — even before you smell or taste it? 

CREATIVITY: 25%

  • Does your recipe show originality?

  • Is this recipe reflective of unique twists to ingredient usage?

  • Have you incorporated your personal touch to this recipe? 

____________________________________________________

TO AID IN THE CREATION OF MY RECIPES I RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING SAM’S FRESH SALSA PRODUCTS FROM THE COMPANY:

 6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Mild Salsa

6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Medium Salsa

And 6 containers of Sam’s Fresh Mango Pineapple Salsa

This quote from Sam’s website says it all about their dedication to making a quality product. “Sam’s™ Fresh Salsa is your answer to real ingredients, freshness, and guaranteed quality. We pride ourselves on using zero preservatives or additives and provide a delicious product that’s versatile to all your meals or dipping adventures! With Sam’s you’ll feel good about what you’re eating.”

Just look at all of the fresh mango and pineapple in this salsa. The flavor is balanced and not to spicy. I drained the salsa so I could use some of the liquid for the spicy mayo drizzle on top.

Sushi rice is so easy to make. I use Calrose rice which is a typical rice used for sushi. I also used store bought seasoned rice vinegar in the rice. It’s just one way of saving a step but rice vinegar with sugar added to it is an option that is great too.

THIS RECIPE CALLS FOR KEWPIE MAYO, CAN REGULAR MAYONNAISE BE USED?

Yes, you sure can but I highly encourage you to try to use it. Some local grocery store carry it in the Asian isle but if you have an Asian grocery store near you, go shopping! Kewpie is a Japanese mayonnaise. It is made with egg yolks versus regular mayo being made with whole eggs. It also has a creamier and sweeter flavor.

The warm sushi rice is sprinkled with Furkake seasoning. Is it necessary? YES Furkake is a seasoning mix that is nutty, salty, savory with a touch of seaweed. There are several types of Furkake, I choose the one for rice.  This seasoning adds a umami flavor that makes this casserole sing sushi!!!

Warm sushi rice goes in an 8 x 8 casserole dish, sprinkle on the Furkake and then top with the kewpie mango pineapple salsa and SPAM mixture. Top with more of Sam’s Mango Pineapple Fresh Salsa and edamame.

The dish is baked for 15-18 minutes or until the topping begins to bubble around the edges. When removed from the oven, finish with a little more Furkake and the spicy kewpie mayo drizzle.

Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake

The flavors are spicy, sweet and savory. The edamame adds a nice bite. Each scoop can be unique. Put the bake in a piece of toasted nori, add a slice of avocado and enjoy!! Then go back for more! LOL

Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake

WHERE CAN I FIND SAM’S FRESH SALSA NEAR ME?

You can purchase Sam’s Fresh Salsa at ShopRite, Acme, and Safeway. If they are not in your local store, ask them to carry Sam’s Fresh Salsa products!

FOLLOW SAM’S FRESH SALSA ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR MORE INSPIRING RECIPES

Website: https://samssalsa.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamsOriginalFreshSalsa

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsfreshfood/

Check out my other entry for the Sam’s Fresh Salsa Bloggers Recipe Challenge…One Pot Mexican Pasta Dish

Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake

Number of servings: 8

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Hawaiian Mango Pineapple Sushi Bake, a fun appetizer that everyone will love. Sam's Mango Pineapple Fresh Salsa is blended with SPAM, cream cheese, sriracha and kewpie mayo. Baked in the oven until bubbly and warm then served with nori sheets and extra sides.

Ingredients

  • 1-12 oz. Sam’s Fresh Salsa Mango Pineapple, drained with 1 tbs. liquid reserved
  • 6 oz. canned SPAM, cut into small dice
  • 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tbs. Kewpie mayonnaise, divided
  • 2 tbs. Sriracha sauce, divided
  • 1 1/2 cup medium grain rice (Calrose rice was used)
  • 1 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tbs. seasoned rice vinegar for sushi
  • 3/4 cup frozen and shelled edamame, thawed
  • 4 tbs. rice furkake seasoning, divided
  • Toasted nori sheets, see notes
  • Optional:
  • Avocado slices
  • Pickled ginger
  • Wasabi paste
  • Soy sauce
  • Seasoned cucumber slices

Instructions

  1. After draining the Sam’s Fresh Salsa and reserving 1 tbs of liquid, measure and set aside 1/2 cup of the salsa for topping the dish before baking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl blend together the remaining drained Sam’s Fresh Salsa, diced SPAM, cream cheese, 2 tbs. Kewpie mayonnaise and 1 tbs. Sriracha sauce. Set aside.
  3. In a small bowl prepare the spicy drizzle by blending together the remaining 1/4 cup Kewpie mayonnaise, 1 tbs. Sriracha sauce and the 1 tbs. reserved Sam’s Fresh Salsa drained liquid. Transfer to a small zip lock bag and refrigerate until the dish is baked. (Make a small snip in the corner of the bag when ready to drizzle)
  4. Prepare the rice by washing in water and draining until the water runs clear. This is a very important step to help the rice not become sticky. Cook the rice with the water in a rice cooker or your choice of method.
  5. When the rice is cook and still warm, drizzle on the seasoned rice vinegar and toss to blend. (Taste the rice and make sure the seasoned rice vinegar is to your liking, some people like a little more added to the rice. Start light, toss and taste.)
  6. Heat the oven to 400 degrees.
  7. Press the seasoned cooked rice in an 8 x 8 casserole dish. Wet fingers with water as needed to avoid sticking.
  8. Sprinkle the rice with 2 tbs. of the rice furkake seasoning. Top with the salsa, SPAM, cream cheese mixture.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining drained 1/2 cup of Sam’s Fresh Salsa over the casserole.
  10. Top with the thawed edamame and bake for 15-18 minutes or until the edges of the casserole begin to bubble.
  11. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tbs. of rice furkake and drizzle with the spicy topping.

Notes

When shopping for the nori sheets, you can purchase small snack size packs of toasted seaweed sheets. Some are flavored with teriyaki and other with sesame oil. The snack pieces are the perfect size for creating the one to two bite appetizer. Large nori sheets that are used for rolling sushi can be cut into smaller squares.

Homemade Hot & Spicy Breakfast Sausage with Eggy Noodles

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Homemade Hot & Spicy Breakfast Sausage with Eggy Noodles

#cooklikeawokstar #norulestostirfry #fortunerecipechallenge

Homemade Hot & Spicy Breakfast Sausage with Eggy Noodles

My husband makes some of the best homemade breakfast sausage. I was so thrilled when he offered to help me create this amazing new sausage recipe that pairs with eggs and noodles for an amazing fun breakfast. Fresh ground pork is blended with the Fortune Yakisoba Stir Fry Noodle Hot & Spicy seasoning packet with a few other traditional breakfast sausage spices like fennel, sage, nutmeg and ginger. 

To aid in the creation of my original stir-fry recipes I received the following Fortune Noodle products:

  • 4 Teriyaki Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Soy Ginger Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Hot & Spicy Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 2  Three Packs Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles

WHAT’S THE CHALLENGE AND WHAT DO I WIN?

STIR-FRY WINNERS: ONE FIRST PLACE: $500.00 CASH PRIZE – ONE SECOND PLACE: $250.00 CASH PRIZE

Be fresh and get out of your comfort zone! We are looking for inspiring stir-fry recipes that are packed with wonderful flavors and aromas made with our Fortune Noodles that will leave us  saying WOW!

BREAKFAST NOODLE WINNERS: ONE FIRST PLACE: $500.00 CASH PRIZE – ONE SECOND PLACE: $250.00 CASH PRIZE

What’s for breakfast! We are looking for hearty and delicious original breakfast recipes using our Fortune Noodles that would satisfy the most devoted breakfast connoisseur.

The winners of the contest will be determined by judging all qualifying entrants’ submissions based on the following criteria:

VISUAL APPEAL: 25%

Does the recipe show well on a plate or bowl? Do your eyes make you want to eat or this recipe before you even smell or taste it?

CREATIVITY: 25%

Does your recipe show originality? Is this recipe reflective of unique twists to ingredient usage? Have you incorporated your personal touch to this recipe?

TASTE: 50%

Does this recipe taste great with every bite? Would you want to make this recipe repeatedly based on taste alone? Does it contain interesting, yet gratifying flavor combinations?

Make the breakfast sausage ahead of time for maximum flavor

Blend the spices into the ground pork, allow it to sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour. Actually the longer the better, so storing it overnight is a great plan. When browning the sausage, break the pieces off in chunks for a nice sized bite.

Where can I buy Fortune Noodle Products?

Safeway, Fred Meyer, QFC, Albertson’s, Associated Stores, Cub Foods, United Supermarkets, Roche Bros, Meijer, Shaw’s, Stop N Shop, Price Rite, Shop Rite, Wakefern, Price Chopper, Giant, HEB, Walmart and Grocery Outlet

Follow along with JSL Foods social media platforms for more of Chef Yaki’s quick and easy meals. And remember, No Rules to Stir Fry!!!

Website: http://www.jslfoods.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JSLFoods/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSL_Foods

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jslfoods/

This is not my first time competing with JSL Foods. Check out some of my past creations using their wide variety of products!!

Homemade Hot & Spicy Breakfast Sausage with Eggy Noodles

Number of servings: 4

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Homemade Hot & Spicy Breakfast Sausage with Eggy Noodles uses Fortune Yakisoba Stir Fry Noodle Hot & Spicy seasoning packets to create an outstanding sausage and noodle breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp. whole fennel seed
  • 1/2 tsp. dried sage
  • 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground ginger
  • 2-7.7 oz. Fortune Yakisoba Stir Fry Noodle Hot & Spicy packages
  • 1 lb. fresh ground pork sausage
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 2 tbs. chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Place the fennel seeds, dried sage, nutmeg, ginger and 1 of the Fortune YakiSoba Stir Fry Noodle Hot & Spicy seasoning packets into a small mortar and grind the ingredients together.
  2. Blend the spices into the ground pork in a stand up mixer or blend by hand until all of the spices are incorporated. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to rest for at least one hour. Overnight would be great if time allows. This will let all of the spices to blend very well with the pork.
  3. In a small bowl, add the beaten eggs, 2 tbs. of water and 1 tbs. of the second Fortune YakiSoba Stir Fry Noodle Hot & Spicy seasoning packet. Whisk until well blended and set aside.
  4. To prepare the breakfast, heat a wok over medium high heat and drop in small chunks of sausage allowing to sear on all sides until browned and cooked through. For best results sear the sausage in small batches. Remove from the wok and allow to drain onto paper towels. Wrap to stay warm. Leave the residual grease from the sausage in the wok.
  6. Warm the two noodle packets by piercing the package and microwaving for 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
  8. In another small bowl, whisk together 1 tbs. of the second Fortune YakiSoba Stir Fry Noodle Hot & Spicy seasoning packet with 5 tbs. of water. Set aside.
  9. Heat the wok with the remaining grease from the sausage over medium high heat. Add in the seasoned beaten eggs and cook to a soft scramble.
  10. Move the eggs off to the side of the wok and add in the warmed noodles and the small bowl of seasoned water. Toss and cook together. Bring the eggs into the noodles and continue to stir fry to heat through. Toss in the chopped cilantro.
  11. Add in the cooked breakfast sausage and serve.

Notes

Combine the spices with the ground pork and allow to blend for at least one hour but if possible overnight will provide maximum flavor.

Asian Crabby Deviled Eggs

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Asian Crabby Deviled Eggs

#SeriousFoodieRecipeChallenge #SeriousFoodie #BitesAroundTheWorld

Asian Crabby Deviled Eggs

Can I tell you how much fun I am having participating in the  The Serious Foodie Recipe Challenge?

See these delightful Asian Crabby Deviled Eggs? They are devilish and crabby, all in one bite. Yes, I am having so much fun using Serious Foodies rubs and hot sauce on and in so many of my daily dishes.

As one of the 50 accepted bloggers to create new recipes for this contest, the goal is to highlight the contest products. Hopes of having your recipe chosen as a winner.

So what did Serious Foodie mail to each competitor?

*Spice Rubs: Chinese BBQ, Filipino Grill, Asian Fusion (South Indian).

*Spicy condiments: Indonesian Sambal, Sri Lanka Coconut Lime, Vietnamese Sweet Chili Hot Sauce

The recipe challenge has 2 categories and I plan to enter them both!

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000.00

One Entree Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

One Appetizer Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

Sprinkle the whole pieces of crab meat with the Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub for an extra hit of flavor. The deviled eggs can be made well in advanced. More time for all of the flavors to blend together. How devilish is that?

Check out Serious Foodie products for gift giving and then follow them on their social media platforms for lots of recipes. Start with my other recipe entry Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos, they are soooo good. 

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Asian Crabby Deviled Eggs

Number of servings: 16

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Asian Crabby Deviled Eggs are a fabulous blend of sweet, citrus and spicy. The Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub is combined with crab meat and mayonnaise with only a few more ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 8 large boiled eggs, peeled and sliced in half
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tbs. mayonnaise
  • 3 oz. cleaned fresh crab meat combo, divided (see notes)
  • 5 tsp. Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub, divided
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbs. fresh minced chives

Instructions

  1. Take the crab meat combo package and remove any large leg or claw pieces. Cut into 16 pieces and sprinkle with 1 tsp of the Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub. Set aside to garnish the eggs.
  2. Carefully remove the yolks from the boiled, peeled and sliced eggs. Place the whites on a serving platter and the yolks in a mixing bowl.
  3. Using a fork, smash the yolks until a fine ground.
  4. Add in the mayonnaise, 2 oz. of fine crab meat, 5 tsp. Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub, Dijon mustard and lemon juice. Blend together until smooth.
  5. Place the filling into a piping bag, plastic zip lock bag with corner tip cut off or use a spoon to fill the whites. Fill each egg until all of the yolk mixture is used.
  6. Sprinkle the eggs with the minced chives and top each with a piece of spiced rubbed crab leg/claw segments.

Notes

The fresh crab meat that was used in the recipe was packed in a 8 oz. sealed container. The larger claw and legs pieces where packed on the top and bottom while the finely shredded crab meat was in the center of the container. The container used to make this recipe had enough crab to double this recipe but there may not be enough large pieces of garnish.

Soy Ginger Jackfruit & Edamame Stir Fry

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Soy Ginger Jackfruit & Edamame Stir Fry

#cooklikeawokstar #norulestostirfry #fortunerecipechallenge

Soy Ginger Jackfruit & Edamame Stir Fry

Soy Ginger and Edamame Stir Fry is a power house of a meat free meal. Jackfruit is high in fiber and edamame adds protein. Edamame pods can be found fresh in the produce department or in the freezer section.

I have the privilege of competing in JSL Foods Fortune Noodle Blogger Recipe Challenge. I get to #cooklikeawokstar and make some delicous new recipes that are all stir fry preparation.

To aid in the creation of my original stir-fry recipes I received the following Fortune Noodle products:

  • 4 Teriyaki Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Soy Ginger Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Hot & Spicy Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 2  Three Packs Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles

Soy Ginger Jackfruit & Edamame Stir Fry

What’s the challenge and what do I win?

Stir-Fry Winners: One First Place: $500.00 Cash Prize – One Second Place: $250.00 Cash Prize

Be fresh and get out of your comfort zone! We are looking for inspiring stir-fry recipes that are packed with wonderful flavors and aromas made with our Fortune Noodles that will leave us  saying WOW!

Breakfast Noodle Winners: One First Place: $500.00 Cash Prize – One Second Place: $250.00 Cash Prize

What’s for breakfast! We are looking for hearty and delicious original breakfast recipes using our Fortune Noodles that would satisfy the most devoted breakfast connoisseur.

The winners of the contest will be determined by judging all qualifying entrants’ submissions based on the following criteria:

Visual Appeal: 25%

Does the recipe show well on a plate or bowl? Do your eyes make you want to eat or this recipe before you even smell or taste it?

Creativity: 25%

Does your recipe show originality? Is this recipe reflective of unique twists to ingredient usage? Have you incorporated your personal touch to this recipe?

Taste: 50%

Does this recipe taste great with every bite? Would you want to make this recipe repeatedly based on taste alone? Does it contain interesting, yet gratifying flavor combinations?

A few things to know about jackfruit:

  • Jackfruit is similar to tofu when cooked where as it takes on the flavors of other ingredients.
  • Try using the pieces whole from the can or cut up into smaller bites.
  • Use canned jackfruit that is considered green and packed in a brine. Fresh jackfruit may be too ripe to use as a “meat”.
  • Make sure to not buy jackfruit packed in syrup as this is used for desserts.

Where can I buy Fortune Noodle Products?

Safeway, Fred Meyer, QFC, Albertson’s, Associated Stores, Cub Foods, United Supermarkets, Roche Bros, Meijer, Shaw’s, Stop N Shop, Price Rite, Shop Rite, Wakefern, Price Chopper, Giant, HEB, Walmart and Grocery Outlet

Follow along with JSL Foods social media platforms for more of Chef Yaki’s quick and easy meals. And remember, No Rules to Stir Fry!!!

Website: http://www.jslfoods.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JSLFoods/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSL_Foods

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jslfoods/

This is not my first time competing with JSL Foods. Check out some of my past creations using their wide variety of products!!

Soy Ginger Jackfruit & Edamame Stir Fry

Number of servings: 4

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Soy Ginger Jackfruit and Edamame Stir Fry is a perfect power house that is meat free. After a short marinade the jackfruit takes on the flavors of the soy ginger marinade.

Ingredients

  • 2 packages Fortune Soy Ginger Yakisoba Noodle Stir Fry
  • 1-20 oz. can jackfruit, green and in brine, drained well
  • 1 tbs. cornstarch
  • 9 oz. edamame pods, fresh ready to eat, no shells (frozen can be used)
  • 6 “ piece of carrot, cut into julienne stripes
  • 1 tbs. oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl. Add the seasoning packets from the Fortune Noodle packages to 3/4 cup water and marinade the well drained jackfruit for 15 minutes.
  2. Warm the noodle packages by piercing the package and microwaving for 1 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Remove the marinaded jackfruit and set aside. Add the cornstarch to the marinade liquid and which until well combined. Set aside.
  4. In a wok or large skillet, add in the oil and heat over medium high. Add in the minced garlic and saute quickly to release the flavors but not darken the garlic.
  5. Add in the carrots and edamame and saute for several minutes to heat and soften the vegetable. Add in the jackfruit and continue to heat.
  6. Lastly, add in the warmed noodles and marinade. Toss to combine and heat throughly to coat the noodles and allow the marinade to thicken.
  7. Toss the chopped cilantro into the noodle dish and serve.

Sweet & Spicy Miso Salmon

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Sweet & Spicy Miso Salmon

#SeriousFoodieRecipeChallenge #SeriousFoodie #BitesAroundTheWorld

Sweet & Spicy Miso Salmon

Serving Sweet & Spicy Miso Salmon in the house. Not just once but several times already. Simple ingredients that come together to top a baked salmon. I am loving the simplicity of this contests products. The rubs are so packed with flavor that you don’t have to add much else. Being chosen as a food blogger to compete for cash prizes is my kinda fun. Being in the kitchen making great food is the real fun.

SO WHAT DID SERIOUS FOODIE MAIL TO EACH COMPETITOR?

*Spice Rubs: Chinese BBQ, Filipino Grill, Asian Fusion (South Indian).

*Spicy condiments: Indonesian Sambal, Sri Lanka Coconut Lime, Vietnamese Sweet Chili Hot Sauce

The recipe challenge has 2 categories and I plan to enter them both!

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000.00

One Entree Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

One Appetizer Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

Three ingredients make up the rub that goes on the salmon. Our neighbor catch this lovely Chinook salmon and gave us these pieces. I hope you have someone that can bring you fresh caught fish for dinner. If not, just use your favorite variety of salmon for this recipe. The baking time will vary based on the thickness of the salmon cut.

Can I grill the salmon instead of baking it?

I did not test this recipe on the grill but I have cooked plenty of fish on the BBQ. I would recommend that you cook the salmon over indirect heat, meaning you don’t place them directly over the hot coals or flames.

Simple things like curly green scallion tops always add to a dish especially adding to the bites that include the onion. So you can’t go wrong with lots of curls.

Check out Serious Foodie products for gift giving and then follow them on their social media platforms for lots of recipes. Start with my other recipe entries Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos and Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites with Coconut Lime Aioli, they both are soooo good. 

Website: https://serious-foodie.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theseriousfoodie

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serious_foodie/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/serious_foodie

Sweet & Spicy Miso Salmon

Number of servings: 2

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Sweet & Spicy Miso Salmon is the perfect Asian go to dish. Impressive and easy, taking only minutes to pull together but filled with flavor that goes on and on.

Ingredients

  • 2-8 oz. salmon fillets
  • 1 tbs. sesame seed oil
  • 2 tsp. white miso paste
  • 1 tbs. Serious Foodie Asian Fusion Sweet/Spicy Rub
  • Cooking spray
  • 1/2 tsp. sesame seeds (black and/or white)
  • 2 scallion tops, thinly sliced lengthwise, soaked in ice water

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the sesame seed oil, white miso paste and the Serious Foodie Asian Fusion Sweet/Spicy Rub. Spread over the surface of the salmon and place in an oven proof baking vessel that has been coated with cooking spray.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is very firm to the touch and internal temperature reaches 145 degrees.
  4. Garnish with the sesame seeds and curled scallion tops.

Yaki-Soba Egg in the Hole Breakfast Bowls

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Yaki-Soba Egg in the Hole Breakfast Bowls

#cooklikeawokstar #norulestostirfry #fortunerecipechallenge

Yaki-Soba Egg in the Hole Breakfast Bowls

Noodles for breakfast, why not!! This is my required breakfast noodle stir fry entry, Yaki-Soba Egg in the Hole Breakfast Bowls for the JSL Foods Fortune Noodle Blogger Recipe Challenge. Over the years I have witnessed JSL Foods partnering to feed those in need. I admire that so much.

I have witnessed people in need when doing 5 mission trips to Haiti. It is not uncommon for Haitians to eat noodles with onions for breakfast. So when the challenge was presented I immediately thought of the children at the schools in Haiti eating noodles for breakfast. My heart is still there! Let’s bring this to the states and the blessed abundance that we have.

Egg in the Hole…I bet you had one growing up. Toast with a cut hole, an egg cooked in the opening. So so good, what great memories!!

To aid in the creation of my original stir-fry recipes I received the following Fortune Noodle products:

  • 4 Teriyaki Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Soy Ginger Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Hot & Spicy Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 2  Three Packs Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles

Yaki-Soba Egg in the Hole Breakfast Bowls

What’s the challenge and what do I win?

Stir-Fry Winners: One First Place: $500.00 Cash Prize – One Second Place: $250.00 Cash Prize

Be fresh and get out of your comfort zone! We are looking for inspiring stir-fry recipes that are packed with wonderful flavors and aromas made with our Fortune Noodles that will leave us  saying WOW!

Breakfast Noodle Winners: One First Place: $500.00 Cash Prize – One Second Place: $250.00 Cash Prize

What’s for breakfast! We are looking for hearty and delicious original breakfast recipes using our Fortune Noodles that would satisfy the most devoted breakfast connoisseur.

The winners of the contest will be determined by judging all qualifying entrants’ submissions based on the following criteria:

Visual Appeal: 25%

Does the recipe show well on a plate or bowl? Do your eyes make you want to eat or this recipe before you even smell or taste it?

Creativity: 25%

Does your recipe show originality? Is this recipe reflective of unique twists to ingredient usage? Have you incorporated your personal touch to this recipe?

Taste: 50%

Does this recipe taste great with every bite? Would you want to make this recipe repeatedly based on taste alone? Does it contain interesting, yet gratifying flavor combinations?

If you look at my preparation cuts you will notice that they are all very uniform. I am not a trained chef, I just use a chopping tool that helps make the precise cuts I want. You can find the chopping tool at your local store. It’s a slap chop away from great cuts. LOL

Yaki-Soba Egg in the Hole Breakfast Bowls

Where can I buy Fortune Noodle Products?

Safeway, Fred Meyer, QFC, Albertson’s, Associated Stores, Cub Foods, United Supermarkets, Roche Bros, Meijer, Shaw’s, Stop N Shop, Price Rite, Shop Rite, Wakefern, Price Chopper, Giant, HEB, Walmart and Grocery Outlet

Follow along with JSL Foods social media platforms for more of Chef Yaki’s quick and easy meals. And remember, No Rules to Stir Fry!!!

Website: http://www.jslfoods.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JSLFoods/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSL_Foods

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jslfoods/

This is not my first time competing with JSL Foods. Check out some of my past creations using their wide variety of products!!

Yaki-Soba Egg in the Hole Breakfast Bowls

Number of servings: 4

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Yaki-Soba Egg in the Hole Breakfast Bowls are a great way to start your day. FYI, dinner is great too.

Ingredients

  • 5 large eggs, divided
  • 2 cups (10 oz. ) shredded hash browns (refrigerated next to the eggs)
  • 4 oz. boneless ham steak, small dice
  • 1/4 cup each, green bell pepper, red bell pepper and onion
  • 3 tbs. chives, minced and divided
  • 3 tbs plus 4 tsp. oil, divided
  • 1/2 tsp black sesame seeds
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 tbs. chopped cilantro
  • 1-17.76 oz. Fortune Yaki-Soba Stir Fry Noodles with seasoning sauce base
  • Optional: whole chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the seasoned egg mixture: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup water, 2 seasoning packages from the Fortune Yaki-Soba Stir Fry Noodles package and 1 beaten egg. Set aside.
  2. In a wok or large skillet, heat 1 tbs. of oil over medium high heat. Add in the shredded potatoes and fry for 6-8 minutes. Allow the shredded potato to fry undisturbed to create a golden brown crust. While frying, drizzle with another 1 tbs. of oil on the top of the potatoes before flipping. Continue to fry for several minutes more then remove from the wok and set aside.
  3. Add 1 tbs. of oil to the wok/skillet and sauté the ham, bell peppers and onion for several minute to soften.
  4. Blend the golden hash browns and the ham/veggies together, 2 tbs. minced chives and 1 tbs. cilantro. Add in the seasoned egg mixture and blend well.
  5. Divide the hash brown egg mixture into 4 equal amounts.
  6. Add a quarter of the hash brown egg mixture to the wok/skillet. Move the center to create a hole. Drizzle 1 tsp of oil into the hole and add one whole egg. Cover and cook until a soft cooked egg is developed. Remove from the skillet and plate.
  7. Continue with the remaining ingredients until all four bowls are cooked.
  8. Top each egg bowl with black sesame seeds and serve the sliced avocado on the side.
  9. Top with optional whole chive if desired.

Eat Your Greens Stir Fry

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Eat Your Greens Stir Fry

#cooklikeawokstar #norulestostirfry #fortunerecipechallenge

Eat Your Greens Stir Fry

Did you grow up being told to eat your vegetables? I was ok eating my parents cooking, EXCEPT their boiled frozen Brussel sprouts. I know many of you can imagine this disastrous side dish. Be assured I have learned how to cook a crispy seared Brussel that is paired with bacon. 🙂 My “Eat Your Greens Stir Fry” will take care of any worries you may have about getting your veggie intake.

I have the privilege of competing in JSL Foods Fortune Noodle Blogger Recipe Challenge. I get to #cooklikeawokstar and make some delicous new recipes that are all stir fry preparation. This recipe is loaded with green veggies that are paired with Fortune Yakisoba Stir Fry Teriyaki Noodle package.

To aid in the creation of my original stir-fry recipes I received the following Fortune Noodle products:

  • 4 Teriyaki Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Soy Ginger Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Hot & Spicy Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 2  Three Packs Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles

Eat Your Greens Stir Fry

What’s the challenge and what do I win?

Stir-Fry Winners: One First Place: $500.00 Cash Prize – One Second Place: $250.00 Cash Prize

Be fresh and get out of your comfort zone! We are looking for inspiring stir-fry recipes that are packed with wonderful flavors and aromas made with our Fortune Noodles that will leave us  saying WOW!

Breakfast Noodle Winners: One First Place: $500.00 Cash Prize – One Second Place: $250.00 Cash Prize

What’s for breakfast! We are looking for hearty and delicious original breakfast recipes using our Fortune Noodles that would satisfy the most devoted breakfast connoisseur.

The winners of the contest will be determined by judging all qualifying entrants’ submissions based on the following criteria:

Visual Appeal: 25%

Does the recipe show well on a plate or bowl? Do your eyes make you want to eat or this recipe before you even smell or taste it?

Creativity: 25%

Does your recipe show originality? Is this recipe reflective of unique twists to ingredient usage? Have you incorporated your personal touch to this recipe?

Taste: 50%

Does this recipe taste great with every bite? Would you want to make this recipe repeatedly based on taste alone? Does it contain interesting, yet gratifying flavor combinations?

Can I change up the green vegetables in the recipe?

Other fresh green vegetables that would go great in this stir fry are: sliced green bell peppers, shaved Brussel sprouts, shredded green cabbage, snap peas or sliced celery. It’s your green noodle stir fry so you decide.

Fried scallion tops are a flavor bomb that you do not want to skip in this recipe. Run a sharp paring knife down the scallion tops to make thin strips.  Don’t be concerned if they spatter a bit when introduced to the oil. They contain moisture and it will cause a bit of splash.

Frying the scallion tops does two things, it makes a fabulous garnish as well as flavoring the cooking oil. It’s a great two for one kinda deal. I actually love the crispy scallion tops mixed into the dish. It’s an umami twist that is easy to produce.

After a quick prep of the ingredients, this dish comes together super fast. It is designed for two people but could be easily doubled for four. It’s also a great way to clean up the veggies sitting in your refrigerator.

Eat Your Greens Stir Fry

Where can I buy Fortune Noodle Products?

Safeway, Fred Meyer, QFC, Albertson’s, Associated Stores, Cub Foods, United Supermarkets, Roche Bros, Meijer, Shaw’s, Stop N Shop, Price Rite, Shop Rite, Wakefern, Price Chopper, Giant, HEB, Walmart and Grocery Outlet

Follow along with JSL Foods social media platforms for more of Chef Yaki’s quick and easy meals. And remember, No Rules to Stir Fry!!!

Website: http://www.jslfoods.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JSLFoods/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSL_Foods

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jslfoods/

This is not my first time competing with JSL Foods. Check out some of my past creations using their wide variety of products!!

Eat Your Greens Stir Fry

Number of servings: 2

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Eat Your Greens Stir Fry is exactly what is says. Powered by greens this Fortune Teriyaki Stir Fry packet delivers the flavor for just the right meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbs, oil (I used avocado oil)
  • 1 medium zucchini, julienne cut or spiralized
  • 2 oz. snow peas, trimmed and cut (snap peas can be substituted)
  • 4 scallions (white bottoms and green tops divided)
  • 2 cups fresh green vegetables such as Swiss chard, baby kale, baby boy choy or spinach (see notes)
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1-7.7 oz. Fortune Yakisoba Teriyaki Stir Fry package

Instructions

  1. Cut the scallion white bottoms off and cut them on a diagonal. Set them aside. Take the green tops and run a knife down the tops to make thin slices.
  2. Chop all of the fresh green into bite size pieces. (Layer all of the greens on top of each other and roll them together. Slice them then continue to chop them into bite size)
  3. Warm the noodle packet by piercing the package and microwaving for 1 minutes. Set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the seasoning packet from the noodle package with 1/2 cup of water and set aside.
  5. Add the oil to a wok or deep skillet. Heat over medium high then add in the thin cut scallion green tops to the hot oil and cook until dark golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel to drain. Set aside to garnish the stir fry.
  6. Add the garlic to the scallion flavored oil and saute for 30 seconds to release the flavor but not darken.
  7. Toss in the zucchini, chopped fresh green vegetables, diagonally cut scallion whites and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  8. Add in the noodles and sauce. Toss and continue to cook until well coated and combined.
  9. Plate the stir fry and garnish with the crispy golden brown scallion tops. Enjoy!!

Notes

Other fresh green vegetables that would go great in this stir fry are: sliced green bell peppers, shaved Brussel sprouts, shredded green cabbage, snap peas or sliced celery.

Green Chili Chicken Stir Fry

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Green Chili Chicken Stir Fry

#cooklikeawokstar #norulestostirfry #fortunerecipechallenge

Green Chili Chicken Stir Fry

I got the word that I was accepted to be apart of the JSL Foods Fortune Noodle Blogger Recipe Challenge and I went straight to the kitchen to get noodling around. I have competed with JSL Foods multiple times and I am always delighted to use their products. Stir Fry is the big theme of this years contest with no rules. So why not start with Asian/Mexican fusion!

I received this adorable refrigerator magnet which I am using to remind me that “No Rules to Stir Fry”. Thanks Chef Yaki, you are so cute.

Look at all of those packages of noodles. JSL was very generous with the amount of samples they mailed. Always helpful when testing recipes and taking food photos. Thanks JSL Foods!!

To aid in the creation of my original stir-fry recipes I received the following Fortune Noodle products:

  • 4 Teriyaki Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Soy Ginger Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 4 Hot & Spicy Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles
  • 2  Three Packs Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles

What’s the challenge and what do I win?

Stir-Fry Winners: One First Place: $500.00 Cash Prize – One Second Place: $250.00 Cash Prize

Be fresh and get out of your comfort zone! We are looking for inspiring stir-fry recipes that are packed with wonderful flavors and aromas made with our Fortune Noodles that will leave us  saying WOW!

Breakfast Noodle Winners: One First Place: $500.00 Cash Prize – One Second Place: $250.00 Cash Prize

What’s for breakfast! We are looking for hearty and delicious original breakfast recipes using our Fortune Noodles that would satisfy the most devoted breakfast connoisseur.

The winners of the contest will be determined by judging all qualifying entrants’ submissions based on the following criteria:

Visual Appeal: 25%

Does the recipe show well on a plate or bowl? Do your eyes make you want to eat or this recipe before you even smell or taste it?

Creativity: 25%

Does your recipe show originality? Is this recipe reflective of unique twists to ingredient usage? Have you incorporated your personal touch to this recipe?

Taste: 50%

Does this recipe taste great with every bite? Would you want to make this recipe repeatedly based on taste alone? Does it contain interesting, yet gratifying flavor combinations?

Do I need to use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken?

If time allows for you to cook and shred your own chicken, go for it. I used a rotisserie chicken to make this recipe super easy and fast. I also love to keep the chicken bones to simmer and make a delicious stock for future meals. Nothing goes to waste even if I use a store bought pre-cooked ingredient.

Green Chili Chicken Stir Fry

How spicy is this Stir Fry?

Green Chili Chicken Stir Fry has a great kick of heat to it. If you want to reduce the heat level you can use less of the canned green chilies. If you want MORE heat, you can add in the second spice packet that comes along with the noodles. A key ingredient, the sour cream, helps calm the heat. You could increase the sour cream to also reduce the heat. You are the Chef Yaki in your kitchen and no rules apply!!

Where can I buy Fortune Noodle Products?

Safeway, Fred Meyer, QFC, Albertson’s, Associated Stores, Cub Foods, United Supermarkets, Roche Bros, Meijer, Shaw’s, Stop N Shop, Price Rite, Shop Rite, Wakefern, Price Chopper, Giant, HEB, Walmart and Grocery Outlet

Follow along with JSL Foods social media platforms for more of Chef Yaki’s quick and easy meals. And remember, No Rules to Stir Fry!!!

Website: http://www.jslfoods.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JSLFoods/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSL_Foods

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jslfoods/

This is not my first time competing with JSL Foods. Check out some of my past creations using their wide variety of products!!

Green Chili Chicken Stir Fry

Number of servings: 2

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Green Chili Chicken Stir Fry is a delicious combination of Asian and Mexican flavors. The Fortune YakiSoba Noodle Stir Fry Hot & Spicy Noodle package truly brings the heat.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sliced onions
  • 1 tbs. oil
  • 4 oz. can fire roasted green chilies
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 8 oz. rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1- 7.7 oz. Fortune YakiSoba Stir Fry Noodle Hot & Spicy package
  • Garnish ingredients: lime wedges and Fresno chili pepper slices, cilantro sprigs

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the green chilies, cumin, 1 Hot & Spice seasoning packet and 1/4 cup water. Set aside.
  2. Warm the noodle packet by piercing the package and microwaving for 1 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In a wok or large skillet over medium heat add in the oil and sauté the onions for 4-5 minutes or until softened and tender.
  4. Add in the shredded chicken and allow to heat through for several minutes.
  5. Toss in the noodles, seasoned sauce and stir to combine and heat through.
  6. Lastly add in the sour cream and cilantro, toss until combined.
  7. Plate, garnish and enjoy!!

Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps

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Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps

#SeriousFoodieRecipeChallenge #SeriousFoodie #BitesAroundTheWorld

Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps

Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps appetizers, bundles of bacon and dressed with a spicy glaze, yes please. How about wrapping a Shishito pepper and Halloumi cheese in the center? Only 6 ingredients that are going to blow your guests minds.

I’m participating in a bloggers recipe contest that is being sponsored by Serious Foodie. It’s an honor to be one of 50 food bloggers to be chosen to complete. If you know me, you know I love food competitions both live cook-offs and recipe entry contests. I didn’t compete at the largest cook-off this year but I have been super busy in the kitchen creating recipes for online contests.

So what did Serious Foodie mail to each competitor?

*Spice Rubs: Chinese BBQ, Filipino Grill, Asian Fusion (South Indian).

*Spicy condiments: Indonesian Sambal, Sri Lanka Coconut Lime, Vietnamese Sweet Chili Hot Sauce

The recipe challenge has 2 categories and I plan to enter them both!

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000.00

One Entree Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

One Appetizer Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

Have you tried Halloumi cheese? It’s an incredibly fun cheese that has a high melting point. Halloumi or Haloumi is a semi-hard unriped cheese made from goat and sheeps milk with some varieties containing cow’s milk as well. Look for it in the specialty cheese case as your local grocers.

Let’s talk Shishito peppers!! While testing this recipe, I used Shishito from two different grocery stores. The photo above shows a longer Shishito and the lower picture shows a much shorter pepper. Both packages of peppers taste the same, mild and slightly peppery. Occasionally you might bite into a spicy pepper but for the most part they are very mild.

Can I use other kinds of bacon beside Hickory flavored?

I tested this recipe with only Hickory flavored but I am confident that flavors like Applewood, Maplewood or Original would work too. One thing I do recommend sticking with is thin cut bacon. Using a thicker cut requires longer cooking time where as this creates a super soft Shishito pepper.

Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps

Refrain from brushing the outside of the bundle until after they have baked for 15 minutes. This will ensure the bacon can crisp up nicely. After the appetizers are done baking, brush them one last time to give them an outstanding glossy appearance.

Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps

Can I prepare the wraps ahead of time?

Preparing any appetizer ahead of time helps keep you out of the kitchen and spending more time with your guests. Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon wraps can be prepared up to the point of baking. They should however be served hot from the oven for the best flavor and bite. Halloumi cheese will regain its firm bite when it gets cold.

Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps

Check out Serious Foodie products for gift giving and then follow them on their social media platforms for lots of recipes. Start with my other recipe entries Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos and Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites with Coconut Lime Aioli, they both are soooo good. 

Website: https://serious-foodie.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theseriousfoodie

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serious_foodie/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/serious_foodie

Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps

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Asian Shishito Halloumi Bacon Wraps are a sweet and spicy appetizer that will surprise your guests. Especially those who are not familiar with Shishito peppers and Halloumi cheese.

Ingredients

  • 12 slices thin cut hickory smoked bacon, cut in half
  • 24 shishito peppers (approximately 1 dry pint/8 oz.)
  • 1-8 oz. block of Halloumi cheese, cut into 24 pieces
  • 2 tbs. Serious Foodie Sweet/Spicy Rub
  • 2 tbs. oil
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tbs. Serious Foodie Sweet Chili Hot Sauce, divided

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Combine the Serious Foodie Sweet/Spicy Rub and oil together. Pour over the shishito peppers and cut halloumi cheese in a bowl and toss gently to coat.
  3. On a work surface, lay out the bacon slices. Arrange one shishito pepper and a piece of halloumi cheese at one end of each bacon slice. Use 2 tbs. of the Serious Foodie Sweet Chili Hot Sauce, brush the upside surface of the bacon slices.
  4. Roll the wraps up starting at the side with the pepper and halloumi cheese. Lay them seam side down onto two baking sheets that are lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes then rotate and turn the baking sheets and continue baking for another 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven and brush each wrap with Serious Foodie Sweet Chili Hot Sauce. Return to the oven and bake another 10 minutes are until the bacon is cooked and crispy.
  7. Remove from the oven and brush each wrap again with the Serious Foodie Sweet Chili Hot Sauce. Serve immediately as halloumi cheese tastes best when hot/warm.

Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites

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Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites

with Coconut Lime Aioli

#SeriousFoodieRecipeChallenge #SeriousFoodie #BitesAroundTheWorld

Meat free appetizers that satisfy a crowd like these Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites are one for the “tested and approved list. This appetizer recipe will be submitted into The Serious Foodie Recipe Challenge.

Serious Foodie began with a food/travel blog in 2014 and then later started selling products in 2015 that were influenced by their travel and experiences from around the world. They use bold flavored ingredients in small batches which has resulted in a gourmet restaurant-quality product.

Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites

What is Serious Foodie’s INSPIRATION?

In their words…”The original sauces – now our “Signature Sauce” line – come directly from places we’ve traveled, and chefs that have shared their secrets with us. Our goal is to make home gourmet cooking simple and interesting – and to connect people by sharing food cultures from around the world.  We say that we can learn about people and culture by the ways they share meals with one another – food is a common language.”

So what did Serious Foodie mail to each competitor?

*Spice Rubs: Chinese BBQ, Filipino Grill, Asian Fusion (South Indian).

*Spicy condiments: Indonesian Sambal, Sri Lanka Coconut Lime, Vietnamese Sweet Chili Hot Sauce

The recipe challenge has 2 categories and I plan to enter them both!

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000.00

One Entree Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

One Appetizer Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites

So why make an appetizer with an unusual ingredient such as jackfruit? One, I love to cook out of the box and create new food that people may have never tried before. Since the samples sent to me where international flavors I thought why not use an important food grown in the tropics. Jackfruit is similar to tofu when cooked as it takes on the flavors of other ingredients.

This recipe uses canned jackfruit that is considered green and packed in a brine. You won’t want to use fresh jackfruit as is may be too ripe to use as a “meat”. Also make sure to not buy jackfruit packed in syrup as this is used for desserts.

Baking the russet potato ahead of time will insure that once you start making your bites, everything is ready to go. You could also cook the potato in the microwave to save time. The goal is a soft and fluffy center that can be easily smashed into small pieces.

Be sure to sauté the onion to avoid a crunchy onion texture in the appetizer. I used a number 40 sized scoop to shape the bites. If you don’t have one, a hearty tablespoon measurement will work too.

Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites

Once baked, the bites can be served hot, warm or even room temperature. Serve wedges of lime to squeeze on the bites along with the Coconut Lime Aioli. My mouth is water just writing this.

Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites

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Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites

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Filipino Grill Jackfruit and Potato Bites with Coconut Lime Aioli are a delicious meat free appetizer that all of your eaters will love.

Ingredients

  • 14 oz. russet potato, baked (see notes)
  • 1 20 oz. can jackfruit, green and in brine
  • 1 tbs. oil
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tbs. chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbs. Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup Serious Foodie Sri Lanka Coconut Lime Hot Sauce
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • Cooking spray
  • 1 lime cut in wedges

Instructions

  1. Cut the baked potato in half and scoop out all of the cooked potato. Using a fork, roughly smashed the potato and set aside.
  2. Drain the jackfruit, roughly chop and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add in the onion and saute for 4 minutes then add in the garlic. Cook another minute longer to soften the garlic but not brown it.
  4. Add the smashed potato, chopped jackfruit, the Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub, kosher salt and cilantro to the sautéed onion and garlic. Stir until well blended and cook until warmed through. Remove from the heat and allow to cool enough to be handled.
  5. Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
  6. Measure the mixture using a #40 size scoop, gently rolling and arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spray the surface of the bites and and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. While the bites are baking, blend together the Serious Foodie Sri Lanka Coconut Lime Hot Sauce and mayonnaise. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with the warm bites.

Notes

The large russet potato can be baked ahead of time at 400 degrees for 50 minutes or until fork tender.

Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos

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Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos

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Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos

What’s more serious than food?

Being a food blogger that is chosen to compete in The Serious Foodie Recipe Challenge

As one of the 50 accepted bloggers to create new recipes like my Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos, I’m always excited and nervous at the same time. Serious Foodie makes gourmet products for restaurant quality cooking right at home. They believe that food is a common language which I totally agree with. It’s a world wide language with interesting regional ingredients, cooking styles and how we connect. Each competitor received jars of 3 spice rubs and 3 hot sauces.

So what did Serious Foodie mail to each competitor?

*Spice Rubs: Chinese BBQ, Filipino Grill, Asian Fusion (South Indian).

*Spicy condiments: Indonesian Sambal, Sri Lanka Coconut Lime, Vietnamese Sweet Chili Hot Sauce

The recipe challenge has 2 categories and I plan to enter them both!

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000.00

One Entree Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

One Appetizer Category Winner: $250 Cash Prize

Each spice rub and hot sauce have very different profiles, all that can be infused with other cultural recipes. I see more and more fusion food recipes combining ingredients that usually are not found together making cooking very fun.

This recipe will be submitted as an entree. Have you got a large crowd to feed or an upcoming tailgate party? This is a perfect appetizer too. Grab your cocktails and let’s get cooking.

Think of a food that people share often together, is it nachos? Families make them at home. Restaurants even make one bite Italian nachos, hot and spicy Buffalo Chicken nachos, Carne Asada Nachos and on and on.

To change up nachos, how about making the chips out of wonton wrappers? I’ve even made chips out of egg roll wrappers. You could also use store bought tortilla chips, but as a result you will miss out using the Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub which adds so much flavor.

Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos

Are you think about changing up the toppings?

Go for it. Some other toppings that would go great on the nachos would be:

  1. pickled jalapeños
  2. sliced mini red bell pepper
  3. thinly slice red onions

Does the sound of Sambal Salsa have your mouth watering? It is as good as it sounds. Load each chip with a bit of everything for that very serious bite and enjoy!

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Chinese BBQ Chicken

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Chinese BBQ Chicken Won-Nachos are a delicious play on traditional nachos. The Serious Foodie spice rubs and hot sauce make every bite a "serious" one.

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs (approx.12 oz.): boneless, skinless and trimmed
  • 3 tbs. Serious Foodie Chinese BBQ Spice Rub
  • 5 1/2 tbs. vegetable oil, divided
  • 25 wonton wrappers, cut diagonally from corner to corner
  • 4 tsp. Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub
  • 1 cup fresh tomato, chopped and strained
  • 2 tbs. Serious Foodie Indonesian Sambal Hot Sauce
  • 3 tbs. finely chopped onion
  • 1/8 tsp. black pepper
  • 3 tbs. finely chopped cilantro, divided
  • 6 oz. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded from block style
  • Toppings:
  • 1 small avocado, diced
  • 1 cup thinly slice purple cabbage
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1 Fresno chili pepper, sliced (mini red bell peppers can be substituted)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, add the chicken thighs, the Serious Foodie Chinese BBQ Spice Rub and 2 tbs. of the vegetable oil. Blend until well coated, cover and set aside to marinade for at least 30 minutes. (If marinating longer, place the chicken into the refrigerator until cook time.)
  2. Heat the oven to 400 degrees.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 3 1/2 tbs. vegetable oil and the Serious Foodie Filipino Grill Spice Rub.
  4. Arrange the cut wonton wrappers on two baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Brush each wonton with some of the oil/spice mixture. Bake for 5 minutes, rotate and turn the pans and bake another 2 minutes or until golden brown. Carefully remove the chips from the hot sheet pans to stop any further browning and set aside.
  5. In another small bowl, combine the fresh diced tomatoes, Serious Foodie Indonesian Sambal Hot Sauce, onion, black pepper and 1 tbs. chopped cilantro. Refrigerate the Sambal Salsa until ready to serve.
  6. Heat a grill pan or bbq to medium high and sear the chicken thighs for approximately four minutes on each side or until the interior temperature reach 165 degrees. Remove from the heat and allow to rest for several minutes then shred and set aside. (Keep warm if making the nachos right away, if not reheat when assembling.)
  7. To serve, heat the oven to 350 degrees. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, make a layer on the surface with some of the wonton chips. Top with a portion of the Monterey Jack cheese and shredded Chinese BBQ chicken. Repeat until all of the chips, cheese and chicken as been layered.
  8. Place in the oven and heat for 5-7 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and the chips to warm. Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter if desired (can be served in the baking sheet) and add the toppings. Serve with the Sambal Salsa and enjoy!

Notes

Many of the steps can be done ahead of time such as making the wonton chips, blending the samba salsa and even cooking the shredded Chinese BBQ chicken. Simple reheat the chicken before assembling the nachos.

Vegan Grilled Korean Veggie Pita

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Vegan Korean Grilled Veggie Pita are a new thing, my new thing and it should be your new thing. No meat needed in this dinner entry for the Lucky Food Bloggers Recipe Challenge. I am one of 30 fortunate food bloggers to be chosen to compete in this recipe challenge using the Lucky Foods products that were mailed to us.

Vegan Korean Grilled Veggie Pita

Korea meets Middle Eastern filled pita. These veggie packed pitas are inspired by a meat filled pita pocket done Middle Eastern style called Arayes. There are so many variety of Arayes but I personally think this is the best vegetable based version.

This amazing company (my opinions) is located near my home and is centered around family values and legacy recipes. They care so much about what they put into their products and how they taste. You can find  Lucky Foods website here but then look on their website for a store locator near you. I love how their focus on gluten free products, having lived 15 years gluten free myself until the last few years I understand the need for delicious tasting products.

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I received 2 bottles of Kalbi Sauces, 2 bottles of Kimchi Mayo and 2 tubes of Gochujang Paste for the challenge. 

The company has two categories to create recipes for, appetizer and entree, using the sample products they sent to each blogger. There will be a top winning recipe chosen for each of the two categories and an overall “Lucky” Grand Prize Winner will receive $1000.00.

One Grand Prize Winner: $1,000.00

One Entree Category Winner: $500 Cash Prize

One Appetizer Category Winner: $500 Cash Prize

Chop, dice, grate and pulse those ingredients. Once all of the ingredients are ready to go it will be a breeze to cook and serve.

CAN I USE OTHER VEGETABLE FOR THE VEGAN GRILLED KOREAN VEGGIE PITAS?

Yes, if you want to change out or add any different veggies I would suggest zucchini, eggplant, other mushroom varieties, fennel, cooked potato, ETC….

Cook the the firmer veggies until they are tender before adding in the nuts and mushrooms.

When the veggies are cooked and tender, transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This will make the mixture easier to fill each pita. Once filled and folded over, the pitas are cut in half, brushed with oil and grilled on three side for maximum grilling flavor.

Vegan Korean Grilled Veggie Pita

Arrange the grilled pitas and drizzle with Lucky Foods Kimchi Mayo for the perfect touch of heat. Add lettuce leaves, slice tomatoes and micro cilantro for garnish.

Vegan Korean Grilled Veggie Pita

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Check out my other two entrees for their appetizer category, Korean Cocktail Meatballs and Korean Pasta Chips with Kimchi Cucumber Dip.

Vegan Grilled Korean Veggie Pita

Number of servings: 4

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Korea meets Middle Eastern filled pita. These veggie packed pitas are inspired by a meat filled pita pocket done Middle Eastern style called Arayes. There are so many variety of Arayes but I personally think this is the best vegetable based version.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup walnut pieces
  • 3/4 cup peeled and shredded carrot
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
  • 8 oz. crimini mushrooms, stems removed and finely pulsed
  • 1 tsp. finely grated ginger (ginger paste will work also)
  • 1 tbs. finely minced garlic
  • 3 tbs. oil, divided
  • 1/2 cup Lucky Foods Kalbi Sauce (Korean BBQ Marinade)
  • 1 tbs. Lucky Foods Gochujang Paste (Korean Chili Pepper Paste)
  • 4 Greek Pita Flat Bread (vegan)
  • 2 tbs. drizzled Lucky Foods Kimchi Mayo, serve more on the side for dipping
  • Garnish: micro cilantro or finely chopped cilantro leaves
  • Optional sides: lettuce leaves and tomato slices

Instructions

  1. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnut pieces until they begin to take on a dark golden color and smell toasty. This will only take a few minutes and the nuts may need to be tossed to avoid burning. Remove the toasted nuts and pulse in a small grinder to a slightly fine grind or hand chop until fine. Set the nuts aside.
  2. In the same skillet add in 2 tbs. of oil and heat over medium. Add in the ginger and garlic then saute for a minute to release their flavors into the oil but avoid browning them.
  3. Add in the carrot, onion and red bell pepper, continue to sauté for another 5 minutes to soften the vegetables.
  4. Once the veggies are softened, add in the toasted slightly ground walnuts and pulsed mushroom and saute for several more minutes to cook the mushrooms.
  5. In a small bowl, blend together the Lucky Foods Kalbi Sauce and Lucky Foods Gochujang Paste until smooth then add to the sautéed vegetable. Continue to cook for several minutes to allow the sauce to flavor the vegetables and reduce.
  6. When the vegetables and sauce have cooked down, remove from the heat and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or longer to allow the mixture to thicken.
  7. When ready to make the stuffed pitas, heat a griddle or grill over medium heat. Top each pita with a 1/4 of the mixture and fold the pita in half. Brush all sides of the pita with the remaining oil. Cut each pita in half and begin to grill all sides of the pita including the open ends.
  8. Serve the grilled pitas with a drizzle of Lucky Foods Kimchi Mayo and micro cilantro and additional Kimchi Mayo for dipping.

Notes

The Greek Pita Flat Bread that was used in this recipe does not open in the center for stuffing. It makes a great folded sandwich by simply placing the filling on the top and folding over. Other pita pocket bread that does open up can be used to stuff but may be delicate and tear easily .

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