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Baby octopus and squid stir fry recipe

This baby octopus and squid stir fry recipe includes bell peppers and thinly sliced carrots, in a creamy ginger and garlic sauce. Before you are ready to stir fry the seafood, you will need to prepare the baby octopus for cooking. Here is a link to my short video showing you how to do it. Baby octopus and squid stir fry recipe 1 lb. of baby octopus1 lb. of squid1 large red bell pepper1 large green bell pepper2 medium to large carrots2 tablespoons of finely grated fresh ginger1 tablespoon of finely chopped garlic1 teaspoon of corn starch1 tablespoon of soy…

Oyster mushroom stir fry recipe

This is a vegetarian recipe for oyster mushroom stir fry. Serve with your favorite protein, and/or grain. Easy print recipe. I am a big fan of mushrooms. Oyster mushrooms are great because they cook quickly and evenly. Their earthy taste makes them a good choice for stir fry when combined with small amounts of ginger, garlic or soy sauce. Oyster mushroom stir fry recipe 2 cups of oyster mushrooms1 cup baby carrots1 big red bell pepper1 big or 2 medium size potatoes4 cloves of garlic1/4 bunch of cilantro1 tablespoon cooking oil1 tablespoon of soy sauce2 tablespoons of water Clean and…

Stir fried Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan)

Try this simple recipe of stir fried Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan) as a side dish to your meals to get your necessary greens. Ready in minutes. Easy print recipe. Gai Lan, also known as Chinese broccoli, is in the same species as broccoli, but the two vegetables are different in looks and taste. You may commonly see Gai Lan on many a dim sum table in Chinatowns around the world. This leafy green is popular in many Asian countries, and can be steamed, stir fried, and boiled. Stir fried Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan) 1 lb. Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan)4 cloves…

(Gai Lan) Chinese broccoli stir fry recipe

This Chinese broccoli stir fry recipe includes oyster mushrooms and red pepper, mixed with ground pork, in a simple sauce of ginger and garlic. Gai Lan, also known as Chinese broccoli, is in the same species as broccoli, but the two vegetables are different in looks and taste. You may commonly see Gai Lan on many a dim sum table in Chinatowns around the world. This leafy green is popular in many Asian countries, and can be steamed, stir fried, and boiled. Two sweet kumatos have been added to this recipe to produce a saucier stir fry that is as…

Stir fried asparagus with turnip recipe

This stir fried asparagus with turnips recipe includes yellow bell pepper and snow peas, complete with beef. Since asparagus seems to be widely liked as a vegetable, let's talk about the turnips in this recipe. Turnips are a delicious root. They are common in the produce sections of most supermarkets, though not many people know how to prepare them. They taste great raw, with less bitterness and "kick" than a radish. Slice your turnips and add them to salads for crunchy bites high in vitamin C. An interesting tid bit: people who carry a certain gene that is sensitive to…

Tofu and vegetables in black bean sauce

This recipe for tofu and vegetables in black bean sauce includes sliced carrots, soy bean sprouts and green onions. Easy print recipe included. Black bean sauce is one of my favorite condiments in Chinese cuisine. The earthy taste of the salted black beans and the rice wine add savory flavor to your meals. Black bean sauce can be found at most Asian markets and specialty food stores. Tofu vegetables black bean sauce 1 tub of medium to firm tofu3 eggs3 cups bean sprouts1 big or two medium carrots1 bunch green onions1/4 cup vegetable oil (peanut oil works great for stir-frying)1…

Tofu broccolette stir fry recipe

This tofu broccolette stir fry recipe includes red bell pepper. Ground annatto seeds are added to the tofu to achieve an enticing, all natural color. "Your tummy likes a rainbow" is a great new teaching for kids in preschool. This is true for adults, and I would add that our eyes like a rainbow too. Start with medium to firm tofu. If your spice rack does not include ground annatto seeds (achiote, or bija), I highly recommend you get a jar. Bija can be used for coloring in many dishes from meats to grains. It is an all natural spice…

Baby octopus recipe

This baby octopus recipe includes snow peas and red bell pepper. A seafood and vegetable lover's dream. See easy print recipe at the end of this post. At home, we usually cook the baby octopus whole, only removing the head from the legs for easier cooking. If you would like to properly clean the baby octopus for this recipe (by removing the eyes and the gut), follow the tips on this video. The two best methods for cooking octopus are 1) using high temperature, for a very short time (2-3 minutes) or 2) using low temperature for a very…