Dumplings are my favourite to make (and eat) because you can pretty much put anything you like inside, and they’ll turn out amazing. They are also so fun to prepare and feel like origami in the kitchen. As tomorrow is my birthday, I wanted to bring something a bit special: ahoy all crocheters out there,Continue reading “Simple dumplings and a special collab!”
Category Archives: Asian Decent
Japanese Burdock Rice \\\ Riz japonais à la bardane
(version française plus bas!) The other day, I stumbled upon some burdock root at my favourite produce store. I was really curious to see it sold as a root vegetable, as I am more familiar with the dried root that I use in herbal tea blends. Well, the fresh root is delicious! It has aContinue reading “Japanese Burdock Rice \\\ Riz japonais à la bardane”
Christmas menu: Banh Pate So \\\ Menu de Noël: Banh Pate So
(Version française plus bas!) When I was a kid, my mom used to make Banh Pate So, the Vietnamese puff pastries, in huge batches. The smell of warm butter dough would fill our apartment, and I just couldn’t wait for them to be cooked. This Christmas, I really wanted to recreate my mom’s recipe, changingContinue reading “Christmas menu: Banh Pate So \\\ Menu de Noël: Banh Pate So”
Cauliflower fried rice \\ Riz frit de chou-fleur
(version française plus bas!) I love fried rice. I love it so much I usually end up eating two or three portions instead of one every time I cook fried rice. As you can imagine, this is not the healthiest of options and it doesn’t help make you feel light and comfortable. So, I hadContinue reading “Cauliflower fried rice \\ Riz frit de chou-fleur”
Lazy Udon Noodle Soup
I love blogging about food because I get to really experiment and put some creativity in the kitchen… most days. Other days, I’m just running around getting organized, and I just don’t have time to cook something fancy. Today was one of those days where I knew I needed energy but didn’t have time toContinue reading “Lazy Udon Noodle Soup”
Okonomiyaki Night!
I love okonomiyaki! Well, actually, I love the idea of them. I never ate any in restaurants because they are usually garnished with bonito flakes. Tonight however, I really wanted to cook something special and this came to my mind! An okonomiyaki is a Japanese cabbage pancake that is traditionally garnished with ponzu sauce, mayo,Continue reading “Okonomiyaki Night!”
Easy Jicama Recipe (and life update)
The last few days have really been busy! First, last week-end was my birthday! Woohoo! As some of you may know, my boyfriend and I share the same birthday. To celebrate, I got us tickets to go see The Piano Guys! Their show was amazing! We had such a great time! During the week-end, weContinue reading “Easy Jicama Recipe (and life update)”
Simple Mushroom Risotto
This is the perfect recipe for a busy night because it takes minutes to prepare, and you’ll have enough for some lunch. It is also filled with amazing flavours and textures. Plus basmati rice is so fluffy and makes everything better! I don’t know if basmati rice qualifies as risotto rice, but this is stillContinue reading “Simple Mushroom Risotto”
Sweet Potato Nori Roll
I love purple sweet potatoes! I also really like nori sheets, so why not combine the two? Add a few little things, and BAM! You have a nice, filling, fresh, and colourful meal that you can customize to your liking (or to your fridge’s content)! Here is what you need for each roll: 1 NoriContinue reading “Sweet Potato Nori Roll”
Simple Curry (for busy nights)
This is the recipe I fall back on when I’m feeling like having some comfort food. It is very quick to make, looks impressive and is really delicious! It also makes for a great lunch! Here is what you need: Part 1: The protein: 1 cup TVP (texturized vegetable protein; I used big pieces. YouContinue reading “Simple Curry (for busy nights)”
My Lighthearted Kitchen 