Meal Planning

One Herb, Many Ways: Cilantro Recipes

hollis — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 06:58:48 +0000

Cilantro is most commonly used as a garnish, but because, like many herbs and spices, it contains health-boosting antioxidants, don’t be afraid to try recipes that call for a hefty handful of the herb.

“Cilantro” and “coriander” are often used interchangeability, but they have different tastes and textures. Cilantro refers to the coriander plant’s flat, parsley-like leaves, and coriander is the plant in seed form. While fresh cilantro has become a popular ingredient in the salsas and guacamoles that are prominent in Mexican cuisine, the bold-tasting herb is also used in many Indian and Asian dishes, from chutney and dal to soup and salad.

Easy Packing Picnic Ideas

tess — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 14:19:07 +0000

Whether you're headed to the beach, on a hike or simply on a long car ride, check out our ideas for food that keeps and is easy to travel with.

Good picnic food shares a few characteristics with good airplane food -- it needs to keep for a while without refrigeration, it should be portable, and above all - be good and easy to eat.

If this feels like a tall list to you, consider our Asian picnic options -- they're far from ho-hum sandwiches.

6 Fish Dishes with Asian Flair

hollis — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:12:02 +0000

Cutting back on red meat and chicken for Lent? Now’s the perfect time to try an Asian-inspired fish recipe

For many Christians who participate in Lent, Fridays between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday mean abstaining from eating meat. This explains why so many restaurants offer fish (ok, and pizza) specials this time of year. But who says you have to dine out to avoid red meat and chicken? We suggest a fish dish with Asian flair.

Heart-Healthy Asian Recipes

hollis — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 03:52:11 +0000

In honor of American Heart Month, try these five healthy Asian recipes before February comes to a close

February is American Heart Month and before the month comes to a close, we wanted to share with you a few kitchen tips and recipes that can help keep your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in check.

Follow these heart-healthy cooking and eating tips, courtesy of the American Heart Association, and incorporate them into your favorite Asian meals, starting with the five recipes below.

7 Simple Stir Fry Recipes

hollis — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:10:47 +0000

Short on time? Bank away these easy stir fry recipes for fresh, home-cooked meals on the fly

Hectic days are no excuse to scrap nutrition and reach for the take-out menus when dinnertime rolls around. If you have a wok on hand, you can toss together a delicious and nutrient-packed dinner in minutes.

5 Vegetarian Recipes for Meatless Monday

hollis — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:05:37 +0000

Skipping meat one day each week can have a big impact on the environment and your health. Give the growing trend a test run by cooking up one of these delicious meatfree dishes

When I read a book called 30 Secrets of the World's Healthiest Cuisines a few months ago, I noticed that many of the cuisines touted to promote the lowest rates of obesity, heart disease, and cancer came from countries like China, Japan, and Thailand. Not surprising, considering that traditional Asian diets include complex carbs, plenty of vegetables, and healthy monounsaturated fats, all of which are believed to promote optimal health. Another thing I noticed: The world’s healthiest diets also included very little meat.

Super Bowl Food with Asian Flair

hollis — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:02:55 +0000

Forget pizza, wings, and chili. This Sunday, treat your guests to homemade Super Bowl snacks, like edamame dip, Thai meatballs, and chicken satay

On America’s biggest football-watching day (and second-biggest eating day) of the year, it’s standard practice to stock your party table with pizza, wings, sandwiches, and store-bought snack foods. But your Super Bowl Sunday party guests are worth a little more effort than emptying a bag of chips into a bowl and microwaving some cheese dip, right?

Superbowl Snackin': Fried Chicken, Asian Style

tess — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:12:09 +0000

We give you four irresistible fried chicken recipes to liven up your Super Bowl!

Gametime eats call for finger foods that are easy to eat, keep well for while, can be prepared in advance, and most importantly -- taste good! So we've rounded up four Asian recipes for a spin on that classic accompaniment to long bouts of TV watching, beer and shouting: fried chicken. Correction: really good fried chicken.

We all know that really good fried chicken, prepared in whatever style, tends to be simple.

Immunity-Boosting Meal Ideas

hollis — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 19:33:31 +0000

Fend off pesky winter colds by stocking your fridge with these 10 immune boosting foods and mixing them into your favorite Asian recipes

Fend off pesky winter colds by stocking your fridge with these 10 immune boosting foods and mixing them into your favorite Asian recipes.

In Season: 4 Green Cabbage Recipes

hollis — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 17:16:34 +0000

Get your fill of vitamin C by loading up on green cabbage, a low-calorie (and low-cost) leafy green that’s in season during fall and winter months. Here, four Asian-inspired appetizer recipes that call for “Western” cabbage

Easy and Delicious Asian Desserts

hollis — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 19:29:48 +0000

Impress friends, family, and coworkers by bringing an exotic sweet treat to pass at this year’s holiday party or potluck. Here, five Asian dessert recipes to try

Sack the Boring Party Hors d'Oeuvres

tess — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:33:02 +0000

Cheese cubes, really? Why not get a little wow-factor going on with your holiday party and serve some stuff people may not have seen before?

We've picked a range of hors d'oeuvres from various Asian cuisines, all contributed to AsianSupper.

7 Asian Teas That Heal

hollis — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 18:26:19 +0000

Stay warm (and healthy) by brewing a cup of Asian tea made from ingredients that have been shown to strengthen the immune system, aid digestion, and detoxify the body

In Season: Winter Squash Recipes

hollis — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:03:00 +0000

Easy winter squash recipes, perfect for the fall.

When the weather turns cold and tomatoes, leafy greens, eggplant, and bell peppers disappear from the food stands at your farmers’ market, rest assured that you’ll be able to snag several varieties of winter squash. Because of their hard shells, varieties such as acorn, butternut, spaghetti, kabocha, and delicata squash can be stored for several months before use, making them perfect go-to ingredients for soups and side dishes this fall.

Holiday Entertaining: 4 Wine Questions

SpinTheBottleNY — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 02:31:28 +0000

What will be poured at everyone's holiday table this year? Wine expert, Sasha Smith, offers tips for buying wine and pairing wine with a variety of food.