Ginger Gizzard & Chicken

GINGER AND CHICKEN STIR FRY

Caramelized Ginger Chicken Stir fry is a quick, simple and healthy meal in about 10 minutes. It has a kick of spiciness from the ginger & jalepenos yet sweet and flavorful.  

Caramelized Ginger Chicken Stir fry

Ingredients



• About 16 to 20 oz. of cube chicken breasts
• boiled and drained Gizzards, sliced into bite size. 
• 6 inch of ginger, peeled and thinly sliced Julianne style ginger
• 3 cloves of minced garlic
• 2- 3 teaspoons of of sugar
• 1 sliced Jalepeno (optional)
• 3 tablespoons of granulated chicken stock or 2 teaspoons of MSG
• 1 teaspoon of kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoons of ground black pepper
• 2-3 tablspoons of olive oil to fry







Cooking Directions




1. Cut the Gizzards into bite size. Add 2 teaspooon of salt and mix it throughly. Add the gizzards into a pot of boiling water. Cook it through until tender. Rinse, drained and set aside.
2. On medium heat add the olive oil, ginger and stir until it starts to become lightly golden brown then add minced garlic.. Throw in a pinch of salt and a teaspoon sugar. Once the ginger and garlic starts to caramelized , add the chicken, gizzards and 2 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, MSG or Chicken granulate and black pepper. Stir fry until its cooked to your preference. Serve with jasmine rice.

VIDEO TUTORIAL
(Method is Cooked the same.)

Chicken Crockpot Stew

Chicken Crockpot Stew

Crock-pots' meals are a very convenient way to have ready in time for dinner. Especially on a very hectic activities, no one has time to slave over a hot stove. Here is a recipe that's full of healthy satisfying flavors for the whole family.

This Chicken Crockpot recipe has a robust flavors and aroma of the kaffir lime leave and the lemon grass, just a little bit of an Asian flair that gives this stew a delicious twist of flavors. This post includes a video tutorial! 

INGREDIENTS:

• Step 1

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1. 1 Whole Chicken, *split in half is optional for smaller crockpot
2. 1 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
3. 6 Small Red Pearl onions
4. 6-8 Kaffir lime leaves 
5. 1 lemon grass stem cut into 4 
6. 4 inch ginger, sliced 
7. 4 cloves whole garlic
8. 1- 16 oz Chicken stock
9. 1 teaspoon of salt

Video Tutorial

Lay down The Whole Chicken or if the crockpot is small, you can split it in halves. Spread the coriander seeds, garlic, kaffir lime leaves, ginger slices and lemon grass.  Gradually, pour 16 ounce of chicken stock on to the Chicken, sprinkle the Salt on top of the chicken. Cook on high for about 5 to 6 hours. The Chicken will be falling apart with out having to cut it up. 

Garnish with *Cilantro leaves with a dash of salt and black pepper to taste.

Banh xeo. Asian crepes

Asian Crepes,Banh Xeo 

Savory Asian delight.

A healthy but delicious recipe that your taste buds will enjoy. This dish goes well with that sweet and sour dip that's versatile to many foods.

To make this yummy dish you will need the following:

Filling:

• 1 lb. of ground chicken
• 1/2 ground pork
• 1/2 lb. bean sprouts
• 1/2 cup of minced shrimp
• 1/2 cup of chopped green onions
• 2-3 clovers of minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 2 teaspoons of ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons of MSG ( 2 table spoons of chicken granulated)
• 1 sliced onion
• 2 table spoons of olive oil

In a large pan add the olive oil, chicken, garlic, onions, stir occasionally, then add salt, black peppers and MSG (or alternative). Once the chicken is cooked turn off the heat, mix in the green onions and set a side. Also, the bean sprouts will be added in the crepes on top of the stir fry.

For the crepes:

• 1 cup of soaked regular jasmine rice or Rice flour.
• 2-3 teaspoons of turmeric powder
• 2 table spoons of chopped green onions
• 1 can of coconut milk
• a pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup of water
• 3 table spoons of vegetable oil
• 1 large bowl
• 1 medium pan with lid
• 1 ladle

Garnish with:

• crushed roasted unsalted peanuts : *Buy raw peanuts and roast them in a pan over medium heat. Taste alot different.  

• Any kinds of vegetables you like such as lettuce, cucumbers, mint leaves, or cilantros.
• Sweet and sour sauce click here for recipe

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Raw Peanuts

Rice flour that comes with Tumeric.

One of my favorite Coconut milk to cook with.

Direction: 

In a blender pour in about 1/2 a cup of water and add the soaked rice or rice flour. Blend until its smooth. Add coconut milk, pinch of salt, turmeric powder and blend well. Pour in a large bowl and stir in the chopped green onions.

On medium heat,  spread oil around the pan to prevent sticking. Add the liquid to the pan, make sure its not to thick or too thin, about a little over a half in a regular size ladle. 

Pour in a circular pattern and cover for about 15 second to let the crepe cook, add about 2 table spoons of the filling, top it off about half a handful of bean sprouts, and cover for 1-2 min until the bottom of the crepe turns golden brown. 

Fold the crepe and serve it with a side of your favorite veggies along side the sweet and sour dipping sauce. The sauce can be used as a vinaigrette, just place it in a bowl and add everything together. Top it off with roasted crushed peanuts and enjoy.

Honey Ginger Chicken Salad

Honey Ginger Chicken Salad

     
     Give life to your salad with this Honey Ginger Chicken Salad. A healthy and zesty alternative to that ordinary salad. Skip that artifical dressing from the store and try something thats will actually benifit your healthy life style.  

Ginger Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts, cubed
• 3 tablespoons of Soysauce or the *gluten free option Kikkoman Gluten-free Soy Sauce 1.89 Liter (Pack of 2)  
• 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons of onion powder
• 2 tablespoons of ground ginger
• 2 minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon of of water
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 tablespoon of Toasted sesame seeds
• 1 Teaspoon of red pepper flakes*
• 2 Tablespoons of Olive oil

Optional:

• Green Leafy Salad
• Steam Jasmine Rice

*Red pepper flakes are optional.

For the *gluten free option:

Kikkoman Gluten-free Soy Sauce 1.89 Liter (Pack of 2)  

Directions:

     In a medium bowl, add in the soy sauce, water along with a teaspoon of black pepper. Stir in the onion powder, ground ginger. Mix in the honey, stir these ingredients well until honey is desolved. 

     In a large bowl, add your cubed chicken breast.

Drizzle on the marinade. Add in the garlic. Mix the cubed chicken and marinade well. Cover and let the chicken marinade for about an hour in the refridgerator. 

On medium-high heat, add in the Olive oil.
Once the pan is preheated, add in the chicken marinade. Quickly stir until it is half way cooked. Sprinkle on the toasted sesame seeds and *pepper flakes.

Serve on a bed of your favorite salad or simply serve as a side dish with white jasmine rice.

Cambodian Authentic Hot & Sour Stew (Somlor Maju Krueng)

Cambodian Authentic Hot & Sour Stew (Somlor Maju Krueng)

Cambodian/Khmer Authentic Sour Soup Stew (Somlor Maju Krueng) is one of the most popular stew in Cambodia. Just about every restaurants serves it in the country. This is also our families favorite. This fine cuisine is made authentically and no ingredients should be left out because of the unique and complex flavors. 

Ingredients

• 1 lb. of your choice of Thinly sliced meat (pork spare ribs preferred, cut into bite sizes.)

buy it here 6 Fresh Lemon Grass

Stew Paste

• 1 package of minced lemon grass or 2 stem of minced lemongrass
• 3 to 4 garlic cloves
• 4 to 5 kaffir lime leaves
• 3 thinly sliced gangla         
• 2 teaspoons of Turmeric powder
• 2 Large Mexican Red Chili, soaked in hot water. (seeded is optional)

For the Veggies:

• about 6 to 7 Thai egg plant, Chopped into 4s and soak in ice water.
• About 1/2 to 1 lb. of On Choy (trokun), leafs and stems separated. (cut the stems about 3 to 4 inches)
• 4 Jalapeños (Or Thai Red Chili) cut into thick slices, seeded is optional (spicier with seeds).
• 1 bunch of holy basil or slirk ma'rass leafs

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  *** Tips: Washing the veggies with 1 cup of vinegar in about 1 gallon of water for 10 minutes in the sink will remove wax and dirt. This method works great for all fruits and vegetables.***

Season With:

N0 Rice

• 2 tablespoons of Fermented Mud Fish Paste (Creamy, no rice added)
• 2 cans of 12oz chicken stock/soup
• 24 oz of water
• 2 tablespoons of Tamarind liquid (adjust to taste)
• 4 tablespoons of Chicken granulate or MSG
• 4 tablespoons of olive oil

*If there is no fermented mud fish in hand, fish sauce can be subsituted. This is the brand I use;
 Three Crabs Brand Fish Sauce, 24-Ounce Bottle

Directions:

In a mortar or blender add 1 package of minced lemon grass,  garlic clove, kaffir lime leaves, thinly sliced galanga, Turmeric powder and pound with the pestle until well grounded or if you're using the blender, add 1/4 cup of chicken stock into blender until everything is well combined.

In a large Cast iron pot (is highly recommended) add in the olive oil and meat. Traditionally pork spare ribs (chopped into bite sizes), beef and chicken is preferred. Cook the meat about half way through, add the Stew paste and cook the meat thoroughly. Add in the fish paste and stir well. Pour in the chicken stock and bring it into a boil, cover for about 5 minutes.
 
In a blender add in the Soaked Chili peppers. Seeding is optional but it will be spicier.  Pour about 24 oz of water. Blend until smooth. Stir into the pot and bring it into a boil for about 5 minutes. 

 Stir in the Tamarind liquid or powder (watch the sodium, gradually pour and add to taste). Stir in the Chicken granulate or MSG.


**One of my favorite Chicken Granulate that I regularly use is this Knorr brand. It's low in sodium.

 

Click for more info Knorr Granulated Bouillon, Reduced Sodium Chicken 7.9 oz 

Or  for a gluten free plus sodium free option I highly recommend this product, it's inexpensive and besides healthy, its also delicious as well!

Herb-Ox Bouillon Cubes Chicken Bouillon 25 Ct 3.33-oz (Gluten Free)

Adding the Veggies:

 Thai egg plant, Chopped into 4s and soak in ice water. This will remove the brown sap that usually browns the eggplant. It's optional. 

Add in the Thai eggplants, when it's about half way cooked, add in the thick sliced Jalapeños (Or Thai Red Chili), seeded is optional for extra spiciness, stir well. Stir in the On Choy (trokun) stems. Give the stems about a minute to cook then add in the leaves and holy basils. Stir and cover for a couple of minutes until the leaves are cooked. Serves with white Jasmine rice. 

Juicy Grilled Whole Chicken

Super Moist Grilled Chicken

Grilling a perfect juicy Whole chicken just got EASIER! No rotating required! Give it an hour to just sit on a hot grill and lather on your favorite BBQ.  Worry free until it's prefectly grilled into perfection! 

Moist Grilled Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 Whole Chicken ( cut on the center of the breast)
• 1/2 a package coconut powder
• 1/2 a package of Char Siu BBQ Seasoning mix
• 4 tablespoons of granulated garlic
• 4 tablespoons of Ground ginger
• 1/2 cup of Granulated Chicken Stock (low sodium)
• 2 tablespoons of Ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons of Salt
• 1/4 cup of sugar

Cooking Directions

1. In large bowl, add in the coconut powder, Char Siu, granulated garlic, follow by the ground ginger and the granulated Chicken Stock. Mix in the ground black pepper, salt and sugar.
2. Mix in all the ingredients well. In another large bowl with the whole chicken, rub the ingredients generously through out the cavity. Cover and let the chicken marinade for atleast an hour in the refrigerator.

Preheat the Grill to 450 degrees. 

Prepare a turkey or chicken rack by placing it upside down on a medium rectangle drip pan lined with aluminum foil both the bottom and inner pan for easy clean up. 

Place the whole chicken breast down. Tuck the thigh leg under the rack to prevent sliding. 

Grill the chicken at 450 degrees Covered for 40 minutes. Brush on your favorite BBQ Sauce and let it cook for another 15 minutes. 

Remove the Chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes before cutting. 

Roast your favorite vegetables in the dripping pan! Just add ground black peppers and olive oil. Give it a few toss and grill for about 10 minutes for a perfect side dish!

Healthy Spicy 3 beans with Chicken Salad

Spicy 3 Beans with Chicken Salad

Add some zesty flavorful salad to your diet with this Healthy Spicy 3 Beans with Chicken Salad. Great as a side dish or a main course. This salad is great for BBQ's or gatherings. A TUTORIAL VIDEO is included at the below.

Spicy 3 Beans with Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups chopped or shredded chicken breast
• 1 can of red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can of pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can of garbanzo bean, drained and rinsed
• 1 tomato diced
• 2 cups of shredded cabbage
• 3 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 seeded jalapeno, sliced thinly
• 1/3 cup of diced onion

Dressing of with these INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup of coarsely chopped cilantro
• 2 to 3 table spoons of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black peppers
• 3 tablespoons of white vinegar
• 1/2 a lime juice
• 2 teaspoons of paprika
• 2 tablespoons of chopped spring onions

Directions:

In a large bowl add 2 cups of shredded cabbage, follow by 2 cups of chopped or shredded chicken breast, add in 1 can of red kidney beans,1 can of pinto beans,1 can of garbanzo bean and give it a couple of toss. Then add 1 tomato diced, 3 cloves of minced garlic, the sliced thinly jalapeno, 1/3 cup of diced onion and toss it a few times.

Lastly, add in 1/2 cup of coarsely chopped cilantro, drizzle in 2 to 3 table spoons of olive oil, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon ground black peppers, toss it a couple times. Then drizzle 3 tablespoons of white vinegar, 1/2 a lime juice, 2 teaspoons of paprika,and another couple of tosses. Finally add 2 tablespoons of chopped spring onions and toss it once of twice. Serve as is or refrigerate until it's ready to serve.

TUTORIAL VIDEO

Caramelized Ginger Chicken Stir fry

GINGER AND CHICKEN STIR FRY

Caramelized Ginger Chicken Stir fry is a quick, simple and healthy meal in about 10 minutes. It has a kick of spiciness from the ginger & jalepenos yet sweet and flavorful.  

Caramelized Ginger Chicken Stir fry

Ingredients



• About 16 to 20 oz. of cube chicken breasts
• 6 inch of ginger, peeled and thinly sliced Julianne style ginger
• 3 cloves of minced garlic
• 2- 3 teaspoons of of sugar
• 1 sliced Jalepeno
• 3 tablespoons of granulated chicken stock or 2 teaspoons of MSG
• 1 teaspoon of kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoons of ground black pepper
• 2-3 tablspoons of olive oil to fry







Cooking Directions




1. On medium heat add the olive oil, ginger and stir until it starts to become lightly golden brown then add minced garlic.. Throw in a pinch of salt and a teaspoon sugar. Once the ginger and garlic starts to caramelized , add the chicken and 2 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, MSG or Chicken granulate and black pepper. Stir fry until its cooked to your preference. Serve with jasmine rice.

VIDEO TUTORIAL

Lemon Grass Chicken

Lemon Grass Chicken

Looking for a healthy Asian recipe?  Save your energy to cook this weekend and relax tonight.This is a quick, tasty meal for the family. The lemon grass chicken is healthy and a light meal that is delicious with a side of brown or white jasmine rice.

Lemon Grass Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 Chicken breast Cubed to bite sizes
• 2 teaspoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons of of chicken granulate (or 1 teaspoon MSG)

Cooking Directions

1. Marinade the Cubed chicken breast well with the fish sauce follow by the salt & pepper and 1 teaspoon of chicken granulated. Set aside and start on the veggies.

Herbs & Veggies

• 3 tablespoons Minced lemon grass

• 3 stems of green onions, chopped quarterly 

• 1/2 a medium sliced yellow sweet onion 

• 6 to 10 small dried whole red chilies* 

*Dried whole red chilies are not as spicy when it's whole versus the crushed chilies, but add to your preferred spiciness.**

DIRECTIONS

Heat your wok/skillet on high. 

Start by adding about 2 tablespoons of olive oil, followed the garlic. Once the garlic starts to turn brown add in the marinaded chicken. Toss in the hot skillet until it's half way cooked. 

Lower the heat to medium low. Add in the minced lemon grass, stir well. Next, add in the green onions, onions and chili peppers, stir. Add in another 1 teaspoon of fish sauce, follow by a dash of black ground peppers and another teaspoon of chicken granulate, stir well. 

Cover for about 1 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. Best serve with a side of brown jasmine white rice.

Homemade Chicken Teriyaki

Homemade Chicken Teriyaki

 

Now, who doesn't love a delicious plate of Chicken teriyaki! This Chicken teriyaki is simple, moist and easy to make whether it's lunch or dinner. Watch how the family enjoy this zesty savory full of flavor dinner tonight!

INGREDIENTS

• 4 chicken breast

• 1 teaspoon ground ginger 

• 1 teaspoon ground onion 

• 1 teaspoon paprika 

• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

• 4 cloves minced garlic or 2 teaspoon granulated

• 4 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1/3 cup of water

• 4 tablespoons granulated chicken bouillon 

• 4 to 5 tablespoons of dark brown sugar

Directions:

In a large bowl add the water and soy sauce. Whisk in the ground ginger, ground onion, paprika, black pepper, garlic, chicken bouillon and dark brown sugar. 

Place the Chicken into the mixture and massage the chicken thoroughly. Cover and let the chicken marinade in the refrigerator for about an hour or over night. 

  

Before grilling , set the chicken out for approximately 10-15 minutes.

Preheat the grill/skillet on medium- low. Drizzle on olive oil, once the skillet is heated, add the chicken and loosely covered for approximately 5 minutes each side.


While the chicken breasts is resting. Start on the sauces. Use about 1 cup of the marinade from the chicken and simmer the sauce until it thickens. Add 1 teaspoon of starch to make it thicker to your desire consistency. 

To obtain a moisten and tender chicken

After the chicken is cooked, place it in a plate and cover with foil before slicing. Drizzle the sauce on the sliced chicken breast and enjoy with aside of veggies and jasmine rice.