Satay Chicken Skewers with Thai Almond Dipping Sauce
February 24, 2010 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Chicken and Poultry Dishes, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes
Makes 12-14 skewers These favorite Thai appetizers are a hit for parties, potlucks or weekend snacks. Their mildly-spiced, sweet flavors make them a winner for kids too! If you want to fore go the chicken, the almond sauce makes a great dip for Thai summer rolls or even as a dressing for a grated carrot [...]
Seared Asian Salmon “Scallops” with Cucumber and Radish
February 19, 2010 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
Yield: 4 servings This delicate fish dish uses the traditional Asian flavors of soy, ginger and toasted sesame oil for a mildly-flavored and easy to make entree. A raw salad of cucumber and radish is served on the side. Cooking Tip: Slice fish fillets before cooking to get a smooth, clean cut. Use the sharpest [...]
Raw Pad Thai
August 2, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Raw Foods, Salads and Salad Dressings, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Serves 4 Fresh young coconut meat replaces conventional rice noodles in this sweet and spicy Thai dish. Don’t be frightened just cause you’ve never opened a coconut — It’s easier than you think and the directions are listed in step-by-step format below. SAUCE 1-inch-piece fresh ginger, peeled 4 pitted dates, soaked for 10 minutes if [...]
Sesame Halvah
July 30, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Desserts, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods
Yield: 8-12 bars In the Middle-East, halvah is really just another word for candy. But in the west, we expect halvah to be a dense candy-cake made from ground sesame seeds. In many traditional recipes, halvah is made with honey. This recipe calls for unrefined sugar to replace the honey, since from a nutritional perpective, [...]
Aromatic Brown Basmati Rice
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes, Side Dishes
Serves 4 This is an East-Indian rice side with sweet spices and a touch of turmeric for color. Plain rice can be served, but the traditional whole spices add special flavor and make a lovely presentation. Cook the rice in stock to for depth of flavor. 1 1/2 cups brown basmati or jasmine rice 3 [...]
Chicken and Yams in Tomato-Coconut Curry
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Chicken and Poultry Dishes, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes
Serves 4 1 tablespoon coconut oil or ghee 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon garlic-ginger paste (see recipe below) 1 tablespoon ground coriander 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon garam masala Pinch cayenne or chili flakes 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon unrefined sugar or honey 1 can diced tomatoes with juice, [...]
Seaweed Snack Chips
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Sea Vegetables
A perfectly healthy alternative for the “salty and crunchy” munchies, these chips actually provide nutrition: kombu (a variety of kelp) is an excellent source for calcium and iodine, fiber and anti-oxidants. Serve with any chip or veggie dip. Four 6-inch pieces kombu seaweed (in Asian section of natural food stores) 3 tablespoons coconut oil Have [...]
Seaweed Salt Booster
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Sea Vegetables
Makes about 1/3 cup Use this flavored salt to enhance any dish, and as a “booster food” to get a well-rounded dose of minerals. Use Himalayan or Celtic salt, as these contain up to 85 individual minerals in bio-available form. 1 sheet toasted nori (sushi sheets) 1/4 cup course sea salt Grind both ingredients in [...]
