Healthy Brown Rice Congee

Posted on 01. Sat, 2012 by grace in General Asian, Healthy Asian, Rice/Noodles

By Periplus Editors, Healthy and Simple Asian Recipes

Millet is the oldest grain on record as a staple cereal crop in China. Although it is rarely consumed any more in the West, millet remains one of the most beneficial of all grains for human health. It is also very easy to digest and it is the only grain that alkalizes rather than acidifies the stomach. Millet lends itself best to the preparation of congee and in this recipe it is combined with the hearty flavor and chewy texture of brown rice.

Tofu with Ginger and Black Bean Sauce

Posted on 04. Mon, 2011 by grace in Chinese, General Asian, GF-Adaptable, Healthy Asian, Vegetable/Tofu

By Periplus Editors, Healthy and Simple Asian Recipes

This traditional method of cooking tofu, which by itself is a very bland food, allows the manifold flavors of the seasoning and sauce to penetrate the tofu, rendering this potent source of vegetable protein into a delicious dish. Each time you cook this dish, try a slightly different blend of flavors and proportions until you discover the style that best suits your taste.

Clear Vegetarian Tofu Soup

Posted on 04. Thu, 2011 by grace in General Asian, GF-Adaptable, Healthy Asian, Soup, Vegetable/Tofu

By Periplus Editors, Healthy and Simple Asian Recipes

Brown Beech Mushroom Stir Fry

Posted on 02. Fri, 2011 by admin in Fast Asian Recipe, General Asian, GF-Adaptable, Poultry, Vegetable/Tofu

By Jaden Hair, Steamy Kitchen

Grilled Shrimp Lettuce Cups

Posted on 01. Mon, 2011 by grace in Appetizers/Dim Sum, General Asian, GF-Adaptable, Healthy Asian, Seafood

By Jaden Hair, Steamy Kitchen

This pretty dish is great for warm summer nights. It is also very flexible. Chicken can be substituted for the shrimp and a variety of fruit can be used in the salsa. Try pineapple, peaches or even blueberries.

Chinese New Year 2011!

Posted on 01. Tue, 2011 by admin in Chinese, East Asian, General Asian, Lunar New Year

Chinese New Year 2011 is the Year of the Rabbit!

Chinese New Year begins on February 3, 2011 and is celebrated for 15 days. Each year, the date is different, it begins with the new moon of the new year and ends on the full moon.

Gong Hay Fat Choy! (in Cantonese) Gong Xi Fa Cai! (in Mandarin)

Black Sesame Lace Cookies

Posted on 12. Fri, 2010 by grace in General Asian, Sweets

By Joanne Chang, Pastry Chef/Owner of Flour Bakery in Boston, MA

It’s a wonderfully simple recipe made with ingredients that you’re likely to have around the house except for the black sesame seeds. Seek them out – they make such a beautiful contrast in the golden brown cookie and add a distinct flavor. Serve them like I used to with a bowl of ice cream or sorbet as an unusual and delicious garnish.

Grilled Miso Tenderlion

Posted on 09. Fri, 2010 by grace in General Asian, Meat

by Alex Skaria, The Asian Barbecue Book: From Teriyaki to Tandoori

Miso is made of soybeans and is very healthy. The Japanese use miso to marinate beef, fish and vegetables. White miso is not only used as marinade but also in soups and many other dishes. It has a mild earthy aroma and taste, which makes me hungry just when opening the packaging. Dark or red miso is stronger in flavor and has a slightly yeasty or malt-like taste. It provides a very special note but is used in lesser amounts because its strong flavor can easily overwhelm other flavors. The subtle tenderloin goes wonderfully with grilled pouches of asparagus and snow peas.

Japanese Brown Beech Mushroom Omelet

Posted on 08. Tue, 2010 by admin in Fast Asian Recipe, General Asian, GF-Adaptable, Healthy Asian, Vegetable/Tofu

By Jaden Hair, Steamy Kitchen

Grilled Mixed Seafood with Herbs

Posted on 06. Wed, 2010 by grace in General Asian, July 4th, Seafood

by Alex Skaria, The Asian Barbecue Book: From Teriyaki to Tandoori

This dish is easy to prepare and can be made on a very hot grill.