Vegan Coconut Mango Tapioca Pudding
Today I'm sharing with you a recipe of delicious Vegan Coconut Mango Tapioca Pudding, which was a huge hit on my first cooking master class. This pudding-like coconut milk dessert combined with ripe mango pulp is rich but at the same time very light. With this simple dish, I tried to capture a little bit of summer warmth and sunshine, because the food is not only fuel for our bodies but also a great source of joy for our souls.
There are two small tricks to make this Vegan Coconut Mango ...
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Asian Style Meatballs with Rice Noodles
If you love Asian cuisine like I do, and need an easy and quick dinner recipe, look no further, these Asian Style Meatballs with Rice Noodles is what you need for a stress-free weeknight meal. This dish is neither traditional nor authentic, but still better and healthier than any takeout. Try it yourself and tell me what you think!
I always thought of meatballs as an authentic Italian dish that comes with Marinara sauce and pasta. That was far before until I started to explore different ...
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Vibrant Vietnamese Shrimp Summer Rolls
When I'm looking for a light and healthy dinner ideas, these Vibrant Vietnamese Shrimp Summer Rolls instantly comes to my mind. There is nothing more daunting for me than to spend the whole evening cooking in a hot kitchen. I truly believe that summer food should be fresh and simple because we have the luxury to eat delicious fresh produce while it in its prime season. So let's leave stew and roasted meat for colder seasons and enjoy eating crunchy raw veggies and delicious ripe fruits.
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Light Kefir Panna Cotta with Strawberry Compote
Panna Cotta is one of those desserts which look very fancy but actually incredibly easy to make. This silky, custard-like goodness is so great for summer. Because let's face it, it's not fun to spend a few hours in the hot kitchen baking pies and sweating next to an oven. That's why summertime is when Panna Cotta can shine in all it's glory, especially when topped with seasonal berries or fruits. For this particular recipe, I suggest cooking simple Strawberry Compote to add a little brightness ...
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Best Grilled Chicken Pita Pockets
For our family summer is, first of all, is about grilling. My husband is incredibly passionate about cooking food outdoors, and not so much about cooking at home :) So when I have a chance to make him cook, I take it without asking. I've noticed that there is definitely something about guys and grilling. Somehow it fascinates them more than any other food related activity. My thoughts are the combination of fire, sharp metal objects, and a chance to spend time drinking beer with other buddies, ...
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Tuna Tartare with Lemongrass on Crispy Wontons
Recently I've had an amazing opportunity to teach a cooking master class in the heart of San Francisco. It was my first teaching experience, and I felt incredibly excited, but at the same time overwhelmed with all the preparation and planning. I definitely stepped out of my comfort zone to give this class. At first, the whole idea of showing other people how to dice, julienne, and brunoise gave me and anxiety. However, the more I though it through, the more excited I got. Because I realized ...
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Buttermilk Orange Panna Cotta
Light but creamy Buttermilk Panna Cotta is a foolproof dessert choice. You can cook it way ahead of time plus it's almost impossible to find a person who doesn't like it. Everybody will enjoy this creamy vanilla bean deliciousness topped with fresh oranges. It's a perfect dessert for warmer weather. Especially spring, when you can sit outside and have a teaspoon of light panna cotta and a sip of slightly chilled sweet wine. Yeah, life can be unbearably good sometimes!
It's surprisingly ...
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Beet and Mozzarella Sandwich with Pistachio Pesto
Roasted beets may not seem the obvious ingredient choice for a sandwich, but it's definitely a delicious one. Accompanied with fresh mozzarella slices, delicate pistachio pesto, and crispy watercress this sandwich makes a great lunch. Thinly sliced beets are like a vegan version of cold cuts, especially when dressed with some smoked olive oil along with a drop of wine vinegar and fresh herbs.
It's always good to have a few roasted beets in your fridge. Just in a few minutes, you'll be able ...
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Gua Bao – Taiwanese Pork Belly Steamed Buns
Pork Belly Steamed Buns is hands down our favorite Asian street food. White and fluffy bao filled with tender, slowly cooked pork belly along with some crunchy veggies and sauces is a pure delight.
Classic Taiwanese Gua Bao includes a few simple ingredients: soft steamed bun, tender pork belly, pickled mustard greens, fresh cilantro, and powdered peanuts. As you may notice, we're not good at following traditional rules, so we decided to make some changes and use fresh veggies instead of ...
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Healthy and Delicious Egg Salad Sandwich
Egg Salad Sandwich is one of the easiest sandwiches to make. We like it because it has just a few simple ingredients which are magically combined into a delicious and satisfying meal. The only downside is that with great taste comes a significant amount of calories. Considering this, we decided to give a little makeover to a good old recipe and make a healthier version of an egg salad sandwich.
First of all, we substitute full-fat mayo with a healthier mix of homemade mayonnaise and ...
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