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Skip to Recipe I think all of the home chefs have encountered a similar situation..you bought an ingredient for a specific recipe, and are left with remnants lingering in the fridge. You aren’t in the mood to eat the same meal that doesn't appeal to you, and neither do you want it to get wasted! Instead of tossing them away, you can definitely find creative new ways of reusing them and turning them into entirely new meals that your family will be excited about! I always have chicken in my pantry, it is so easy to make, incredibly versatile and can be repurposed into an entirely different meal every time! I always have chicken in my pantry, it is so easy to make, incredibly versatile, and can be repurposed into an entirely different meal every time! These Asian Meatballs are a fun twist on a classic meatball recipe! Soft and moist chicken meatballs that have the perfect blend of flavors and covered in a sticky homemade Asian ...

Skip to Recipe Thailand is a food lover's paradise and undoubtedly one of the world’s top destinations for street food if you want to give your tastebuds a real treat. When it comes to Thai food, Pad Thai has to be the most popular dish that everyone thinks of in the first place. This stir fry noodle is an iconic street food of Thailand, one that has made its way into kitchens and restaurants across the world and has become the national dish of Thailand. However, this recipe is pretty simple to pull together in your kitchen in under 30 minutes. So let's get to it! What is Pad Thai? Pad Thai is a stir-fried noodle that is made with tender rice noodles, chicken or shrimp, bean sprouts, and a medley of colorful veggies and finished off with crunchy peanuts, fresh coriander, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. This Pad Thai combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors to make an insanely delicious dinner that ta...

Skip to Recipe After a never ending gloomy winter, spring is finally here! While I love cozy soups and stews, during the cold days, switching over to fresh salads is one thing that I really look forward to around this time of the year . Fresh strawberries have started making an appearance on the shelves of the grocery stores. Since the strawberry season is short, I try to make the most use of them. Apart from using them in my smoothies, I also love tossing them in my salads to give them a bright colour and a sweet flavor. Say bye to boring salads! This Grilled Chicken Strawberry Salad is layered with grilled chicken, fresh stawberries,blueberries, mandarin oranges, iceberg lettuce, crunchy walnuts and drizzled with a homemade Poppy Seed Dressing. It is a cinch to whip up in just 30 minutes and perfect for a quick and filling lunch! A light, healthy and vibrant salad with incredible flavors and textures! The best part abo...

Skip to Recipe Korean food has been expanding its presence around the world, all thanks to the influence of the K-pop music and K-drama. This cuisine is notable for creating a harmony of flavors and is slowly capturing the palates of food connoisseurs across the globe! Today, I am sharing one of the most beloved and popular Korean recipes that is Korean Chicken Wings. Crispy and crunchy chicken wings that are coated in sticky, spicy and sweet gochujang sauce. While the traditional chicken wings are deep fried to get that addictively crunchy crust, I opted for a healthier version where the wings are baked and yet are so addictive! What is Gochujang sauce? Gochujang is a fermented Korean chilli paste, which is widely used in Korean cooking. It has a deep red colour and has perfectly balanced sweet, savory and spicy flavors. You can find it in the Asian aisle of the supermarkets, or can get it online. However if you do not find it, you can ...

Skip to Recipe We have stepped into the month of March. The days have started getting longer, which means that spring with its vibrant colors is on its way. Last week when I went for grocery shopping, I got a big batch of blueberries. Labeled as a superfood, they are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins. I like blueberries in my oatmeal, in my pancakes, in my tarts, but I have to admit that I am head over heels for these Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins. Though these look like the traditional blueberry muffins, the rich cream cheese filling inside really takes them to the next level. Honestly, they taste as delicious as the ones you get in the bakeries! The muffins are incredibly soft, moist and light and are bursting with plump, juicy blueberries in every single bite. With a cup of your morning coffee, this is such a perfect way to start your day! The cream cheese lends a creamy flavor to the muffins, while the addit...