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Lettuce Wraps

Super easy, super flavorful, super fast asian lettuce wraps that everyone will love! Perfect main dish for busy weeknights or make them as an appetizer for a Chinese take-out style dinner party on the weekend.

Ingredients

  • 3 tsp olive oil divided
  • 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey or chicken
  • 5 Tbsp hoisin sauce I use Lee Kum Kee
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium or regular)
  • 2 tsp sriracha optional
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp minced fresh garlic 3 cloves
  • 1 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger
  • 2/3 cup sliced green onions white and light green portion, plus more green portion for serving
  • 1 medium carrot peeled and shredded (1/2 cup)
  • 1 8 oz can water chestnuts, drained and chopped small
  • 1 large head Bibb lettuce or iceberg lettuce

Instructions

  • Heat 1 1/2 tsp oil in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add turkey or chicken in large crumbles then let cook until slightly browned on bottom, about 3 minutes, then break up and continue to cook until it's fully cooked through, about 3 minutes longer.
  • Meanwhile while turkey is cooking in a mixing bowl whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, sesame oil and honey, set aside.
  • Drain of excess liquid from turkey (if there is any) then push to one far side of pan and pull that side of pan off heat.
  • Heat remaining 1 1/2 tsp oil in now empty side of skillet.
  • Add green onions and carrots and saute 1 1/2 minutes. Add in garlic and ginger and saute 30 seconds longer.
  • Pour in sauce and water chestnuts then cook and toss 30 seconds longer.
  • Serve warm in lettuce leaves garnished with sliced green onions.
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Thai Sweet Chili Dressing https://www.rovey.com/thai-sweet-chili-dressing/ Thu, 19 Apr 2018 03:43:54 +0000 http://www.rovey.com/?p=885
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Thai Sweet Chili Dressing

A sweet chili sauce dressing with the perfect balance of spicy heat, sweetness, saltiness and sourness that is great on salads or as a marinade.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk or water
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice ~1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter or tahini(optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic grated
  • 2 teaspoons ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  • Simmer everything in a sauce pan over medium heat until the peanut butter has meted in and let cool

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per cup): Calories 271, Fat 21g (Saturated 12g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 0, Sodium 8841mg, Carbs 17g (Fiber 2g, Sugars 6g), Protein 8g
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Mexicali Sweet Potato Salad https://www.rovey.com/mexicali-sweet-potato-salad/ Thu, 19 Apr 2018 03:39:59 +0000 http://www.rovey.com/?p=882
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Mexicali Sweet Potato Noodle Salad

In this Mexicali Sweet Potato Noodle Salad, roasted poblanos and charred corn are tossed with sweet potato noodles, kale, jalapeño, cabbage and red onion in a simple lime infused Mexicali dressing. Fresh, bright and with a subtle smoky heat.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Mexicali seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 zest of lime
  • 2 tbsp juice of lime
  • 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • FOR THE NOODLE SALAD:
  • 2 small poblano peppers roasted
  • 2 to 3 ears of sweet corn kernels removed
  • 2 small or 1 large peeled sweet potatoes
  • 1 bunch lacinato kale leaves stripped and sliced (stems discarded)
  • 1-1/2 cups sliced purple cabbage
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 jalapeno seeded and diced
  • 1 cup loosely packed cilantro
  • 1/2 cup pepitas

Instructions

  • In a glass jar (with a tight-fitting lid) measure and add in the Mexicali seasoning, salt, lime zest and juice, vinegar, honey and oil. Shake until thoroughly combined.
  • Wash and prep the poblanos for roasting (link above). While the poblanos are roasting, prep the veggies.
  • In a large, 12-inch cast iron skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil on medium-high heat. Once hot, add in all the corn kernels in an even layer. Toast in the skillet until charred, about 2 minutes before tossing the corn and repeating for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until nicely charred. Transfer to a large bowl and set off to the side.
  • Add 2 more teaspoons of olive oil to the skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Add in the spiralized sweet potatoes and toss in the oil to coat. Cook for about 5 to 6 minutes (depending on the size of the sweet potato noodles) until the get tender yet still have a little bit of crunch to them. Transfer the cooked sweet potatoes to the bowl with the corn.
  • Toss the sliced kale in a little dressing and add to the mixing bowl along with the remaining veggies, cilantro, pepitas and a couple pinches of kosher salt. Toss to combine and drizzle with desired amount of dressing.
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Pasta With A Hole https://www.rovey.com/pasta-with-a-hole/ Wed, 18 Apr 2018 22:55:54 +0000 http://www.rovey.com/?p=856
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Pasta With A Hole

This savory pasta recipe from chef Mario Batali adds a twist to any meal, and it's a great option for brunch. Source: The Martha Stewart Show, January 2010

Ingredients

  • Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 26 oz Great Value Salt
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 17 oz Great Value Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 large red onion cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 pound perciatelli or bucatini pasta
  • 4 large arge eggs
  • 1 cup aged sheep's milk cheese such as Cacio de Roma
  • 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley finely chopped
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • 4 to 8 large egg yolks for serving

Instructions

  • Fill a large pot with 8 quarts of water and bring to a boil. Add 3 tablespoons salt and return to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, in a very large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and lightly golden, 7 to 9 minutes. Remove pan from heat.
  • Add pasta to boiling water and cook, according to package directions, until almost al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Transfer pasta to skillet, along with 1/2 cup reserved cooking water. Place skillet over medium heat.
  • In a medium bowl, beat eggs and season with salt and pepper. Add eggs to skillet along with sheep's milk cheese; gently mix to combine. Let cook until eggs just begin to set, but not scramble. Remove from heat and add parsley and Parmigiano. Divide evenly between serving bowls. Top each with an egg yolk and season with pepper; serve immediately.

Notes

Raw eggs should not be used in food prepared for pregnant women, babies, young children, or anyone whose health is compromised.
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