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Skip to Recipe When the temperatures are up and I don’t want to spend hours in a hot kitchen, simple and quick meals are just what I crave for. That’s where delicious summer sandwiches come in handy. This Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi is perfect whether you are packing for a picnic, potluck, office lunch or sharing with friends on the patio! Crispy French baguette is stuffed with tender and juicy lemongrass chicken, pickled carrots and daikon radish , crunchy cucumbers, jalapenos and fresh cilantro with a drizzle of Sriracha Mayo for a light and flavorful meal. The appeal of this Sandwich lies in the perfect balance of spicy, salty, sweet and piquant flavors matched by a satisfying blend of textures. WHAT IS BANH MI? Banh Mi, which literally translates to “bread” is the Vietnamese rendition of a sandwich with French sensibilities. Its creation was influenced by the colonization of Vietnam by France ...

Skip to Recipe Indonesia 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 Indonesian cuisine, Nasi Goreng has to be the most popular dish that everyone thinks of in the first place. This stir fried rice is an iconic street food of the country and has made its way into kitchens and restaurants across the world. WHAT IS NASI GORENG? Nasi Goreng translates to "Fried Rice" in Indonesian and Malay-and that’s exactly what it is! It is rice that is fried along with veggies and some sort of protein. It has been called the national dish of Indonesia with every eatery, no matter how large or small, serving a version of its own. What distinguishes it from other fried rice dishes is the umami flavor, from the Kecap Manis – a sweet soy sauce that caramelizes and gives the rice its distinctive dark brown c...

Skip to Recipe As the weekend rolls around, the favourite dishes from the takeaway menu call louder than ever. However, making them yourself will help you save money and impress your entire family at the dinner table. Chicken Lo Mein is one such classic dish that we always love to order again and again. Today, I will share my version of the recipe that hits the spot when you’re craving Chinese take-out, except this version is quicker, tastier and a lot healthier. Stir-fried vegetables, tender pieces of chicken and egg noodles are tossed in a flavorful savory sauce to create the most satisfying Chicken Lo Mein. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LO MEIN AND CHOW MEIN Lo Mein and Chow Mein are two Chinese noodle dishes that are sometimes used interchangeably. While both of them have similar ingredients, the key difference lies in the way they are cooked. Chow Mein refers to stir-fried noodles, while Lo Mein means tossed noodles. ...

Skip to Recipe With the warmer weather finally here, it's time to kick back and relax with good food, friends and drinks. If you are bored of cooking the same meals for your friends and looking to kick things up a notch in the kitchen, try this Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich. This Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich features deep-fried, crispy chicken smothered in a fiery hot sauce, topped with crunchy coleslaw and pickles served inside toasted buns! WHAT IS NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN SANDWICH? Nashville Hot Chicken, the fiery take on classic Southern Fried Chicken, has been a staple in Middle Tennessee since 1945 and is now one of America's most coveted culinary treasures. The secret to this Chicken lies in the fiery hot sauce. Crispy fried chicken gets drenched in a Nashville hot sauce, which is made by mixing hot oil, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and other spices and seasonings. This sauce gives the chicken its s...

Skip to Recipe When summer rolls around, we always find excuses to fire up the grill. Whether we’re looking to cook something special for an easy weeknight dinner or BBQ party, grilled skewers are one of our go-to’s all season long. Embark on a culinary journey to the Hawaiian islands with these Huli Huli Chicken Skewers and say aloha to the island life! These Huli Huli Chicken Skewers feature chicken breast infused in a sweet pineapple brine that imparts tangy-sweet flavors, and grilled until perfectly charred. Serve them with grilled pineapple slices and rice for the perfect tropical meal. WHAT IS HULI HULI CHICKEN? Huli Huli Chicken is a dish that perfectly captures the essence of Hawaiian cuisine. Beloved for its balance of sweet and tangy flavors, Huli Huli Chicken is an island classic. The word 'huli' means “to turn” in native Hawaiian language, hence the name comes from the need to turn or flip the chick...

Skip to Recipe Weekend getaways, dinners cooked outside, and drinks on the deck. Yes, that’s what summer is all about! With summer slowly approaching, I want to share a recipe that has everything you need to make your next summer cookout unforgettable. These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are bursting with fresh, delicious, and summery flavors! Tender, succulent chicken pieces are loaded onto the skewers, grilled to perfection, and slathered with a sweet, tangy and spicy Bang Bang sauce. WHAT DOES BANG BANG SAUCE TASTE LIKE? Bang Bang Sauce is a rich, sweet and spicy sauce, extremely versatile, that pairs well with grilled meat, fried seafood, veggies or anything that needs a boost of bold flavors. It is so addictive that you’ll want to try it on everything. You can easily play with the spice level or amount of sweetness depending on what you’re serving it with. CAN THE SKEWERS BE MADE AHEAD OF TIME? ...

Skip to Recipe The football fever is soaring high with everyone waiting and cheering with bated breath for their favorite team. I must admit that I have never been a sports person. Even my repeated attempts to appreciate the game could not uproot my deeply entrenched belief that the game is just too aggressive for my liking. What is more enjoyable for a football fan than having pizza night at home while watching the best team battle it out? If you’ve never tried BBQ Chicken Pizza before, you absolutely should because it is a total treat. This BBQ Chicken Pizza has it all- a homemade pizza crust, sweet BBQ sauce, juicy shredded chicken, red onions, bell peppers, jalapenos and lot of mozzarella. Big on flavors and always a hit with the family! I have made the pizza crust from scratch. Though it may seem a bit difficult, it is really easy and almost anyone can make it. However, this pizza will come together incredibly fas...

Skip to Recipe Living in a cold country, I always appreciate the arrival of summer. Though summer is still a month away, I am gearing up for summer and all things associated with it. Juicy, smoky, and totally delicious, this BBQ Pulled Chicken Burger is the perfect summer staple! This Burger features tender, slow cooked pulled chicken smothered in a barbeque sauce with crunchy coleslaw nestled inside buttery brioche buns. WHAT IS PULLED CHICKEN? Pulled chicken is basically chicken that is slow cooked to become so tender that you can pull it apart easily into pieces. WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS Packed with Flavors: It is hard to resist the tender fall-apart and smoky chicken. You will surely crave this Burger all summer long! Perfect for Entertaining: Whether you are cooking this for your next summer backyard BBQ party, game night or for a busy weeknight meal, ...