Thai Peanut Chicken

Yield: 4 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken, cubed

salt and pepper

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, thinly sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 can coconut milk

1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

3 tbsp tamari

1 tbsp ginger, grated

1 tbsp sriracha

3 cups broccoli florets

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

juice of 1 lime

1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

optional garnishes: chopped peanuts, green onion

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Once hot, add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sear each side, about 5 to 7 minutes total. Chicken does not need to be fully cooked. Remove from pot and set aside.

2. Reduce heat to medium and add in onion, carrots, and garlic, cooking for 5 minutes.

3. Add in the coconut milk, chicken broth, peanut butter, tamari, ginger, and sriracha. Whisk together until well combined and smooth.

4. Stir in broccoli and bell pepper and return chicken back into the pan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.

5. Stir in lime and cilantro.

6. Garnish with chopped peanuts and green onion.

https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/thai-peanut-chicken-couscous/

Red Curry Noodles with Chicken

Servings: 2-3

1 tbsp olive oil

1-2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp red curry paste

3/4 lb boneless chicken, cut into pieces

salt and pepper

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 can coconut milk

2 cups chicken broth

2 tsp turmeric (or curry powder)

optional: 1 tsp chili flakes

2 tbsp tamari (or soy sauce)

1 tsp maple syrup (or honey)

2 cups egg noodles

juice of 1 lime

1 shallot, coarsely chopped

1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

2-3 stalks green onion, thinly sliced

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic. Stir in red curry paste. Cook for 1 minute.

2. Add chicken and salt and pepper. Cook for a few minutes to brown all sides.

3. Add red pepper, coconut milk, chicken broth, turmeric, chili flakes (if using), tamari, and maple syrup. Stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

4. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions.

5. Before serving, stir in lime juice.

6. Divide noodles into serving bowls. Ladle hot curry over noodles, and garnish with shallots, cilantro, and green onion.

Easy Thai Cooking cookbook

Sausage, Beans, and Greens Soup

Servings: 4

1 tbsp olive oil

2 spicy or Italian sausages, casings removed, chopped

1 onion, chopped

2-3 carrots, chopped

1-2 bell peppers, chopped

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

salt and pepper

1 tbsp thyme

1 tbsp rosemary

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

4 cups chicken (or vegetable) stock

1 (14-oz) can diced tomatoes

1 large can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup greens (eg spinach, kale, cabbage, chard)

optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Cook sausage, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate.

2. Add onion, carrots, peppers, and garlic to pot. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are tender, about 8 minutes.

3. Add thyme, rosemary, red pepper flakes, chicken stock, tomatoes, and cooked sausage. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until flavours have melded, about 30 minutes.

4. Using a fork, coarsely mash half the beans. Add to pot along with remaining beans. Let simmer 10 minutes.

5. Divide spinach among bowls, then ladle soup over spinach. If using kale or cabbage, add to pot to let cook for a few minutes to soften.

6. Optional: Garnish soup with Parmesan cheese.

https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/spicy-sausage-and-white-bean-soup

Shakshuka

Servings: 2-4

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, diced

1/2 red bell pepper, sliced

salt and pepper

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 (14-oz) can crushed tomatoes

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

4 eggs

1/4 cup crumbled feta

1/4 cup cilantro, roughly chopped

1. Preheat the oven to 375F.

2. In a cast iron skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and red bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes until peppers soften.

3. Add the garlic, tomatoes, and spices. Reduce heat and allow sauce to simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Create 4 small wells in the tomato sauce and crack the eggs into the wells.

5. Place skillet into the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the eggs are cooked to your liking (they will continue to cook when you remove from the oven so don’t overcook).

6. Remove from the oven and top with crumbled feta and garnish with cilantro.

7. Serve with toasted bread or pita if desired.

https://thefeedfeed.com/girlwiththeironcast/classic-shakshuka-with-feta

Yellow Chickpea Pumpkin Curry

Yield: 4 servings

1/2 tbsp coconut oil

1/2 onion, chopped

1 carrot, chopped or julienned

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp ginger, grated

2 cups pumpkin or butternut squash, cubed

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

1 tbsp yellow curry paste

1 tsp ground turmeric

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste

1 can coconut milk

1 cup broth or water

2 tbsp creamy peanut butter

1 tbsp tamari or coconut aminos

salt and pepper, to taste

1 red bell pepper, julienned

1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup frozen peas

to garnish: cilantro, green onion, and chopped peanuts

1. Place a large pot over medium high heat. Add coconut oil, onion, carrot, garlic, and ginger and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

2. Add cauliflower florets and cubed pumpkin. Saute for about 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften a bit.

3. Add curry paste, turmeric, and cayenne, and cook for 30 seconds.

4. Add coconut milk, broth, peanut butter, tamari, and salt and pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for 5 minutes.

5. Add bell pepper and chickpeas. Simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.

6. Just before serving, stir in frozen peas and simmer an additional minute.

7. Garnish with cilantro, green onion, and chopped peanuts.

https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/nourishing-yellow-chickpea-pumpkin-curry/

Lamb Rogan Josh

Yield: 6 servings

Curry Paste:

1 red bell pepper

2 cloves garlic, peeled and roughly chopped

1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and roughly chopped

1/2 bunch cilantro

1 red chile

2 tbsp tomato paste

3 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp paprika

2 tsp garam masala

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp ground turmeric

salt and pepper, to taste

Curry:

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, thinly sliced

1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and finely chopped

1 red chile, thinly sliced (seeded if you prefer less heat)

2 bay leaves

2 lbs lamb stewing meat, cut into 1-inch cubes

salt and pepper

1/2 batch of curry paste

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 can diced tomatoes

3 cups stock or water

juice of 1/2 lemon

1/2 bunch cilantro leaves, roughly chopped

plain yogurt, for serving

1. Make the curry paste first. Preheat the broiler or grill to high. Broil or grill the red bell pepper until charred on all sides.

2. Place the blackened pepper into a small bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Set aside for 15 minutes.

3. Rub off the charred skin. Pry open the pepper and pull out the seeds. Slice into thick strips.

4. Place the peppers and remaining curry paste ingredients into a food processor. Blitz to a smooth paste.

5. Set aside half of the curry paste to use now and save the other half for another use.

6. To make the curry, place a large Dutch oven or heavy pot on medium-high heat. Add olive oil. When hot, add onion, ginger, chile, and bay leaves, and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.

7. Add the lamb, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. Add the curry paste and balsamic vinegar. Cook, stirring frequently, for a couple of minutes.

9. Add the tomatoes and stock. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

10. Stir in the lemon juice and cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.

11. Serve with a spoonful of yogurt.

https://thesaucyrabbit.com/jamie-olivers-lamb-rogan-josh-with-baked-rice/

Corn Chowder

Yield: 4-6 servings

1 cup onion, chopped

1/4 cup celery, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups corn kernels

1 1/2 cups potatoes, cubed

3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped

2 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp thyme

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

3 tbsp all purpose flour (optional)

chives or green onion for garnish

1. Add all ingredients (except garnish) to the slow cooker.

2. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 8 hours.

3. Take 2 cups of the soup and blend in a high-speed blender until smooth. Add back to the rest of the soup and stir to combine.

4. Serve with chives or green onions.

https://www.bakedbyrachel.com/slow-cooker-summer-corn-chowder/

Jamaican Sauteed Cabbage

Yield: 6 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced

1 carrot, shredded or thinly sliced

1/2 red bell pepper, chopped

1/2 tsp thyme

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 cup water (or vegetable broth)

1. In a large skillet, heat oil on medium high heat. Saute onion and garlic for 3 minutes.

2. Add cabbage and carrots and stir well. Cook for another 3 minutes.

3. Add bell pepper, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and water. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes stirring occasionally.

https://healthiersteps.com/recipe/jamaican-steamed-cabbage/

Herb Frittata

Yield: 4 servings

8 eggs

salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp olive oil

1/2 cup leeks, thinly sliced

1/2 cup fennel, thinly sliced

1 clove garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 cup arugula (or spinach)

1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, dill, chives, chervil, tarragon, parsley)

1/2 cup smoked salmon

1. Preheat oven to 375F.

2. In a bowl, beat the eggs with salt and pepper. Set aside.

3. In a 8-inch oven-safe sauté pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Sauté the leeks and fennel for 2 minutes.

4. Add the garlic and bell pepper and continue to cook until vegetables are softened.

5. Add the arugula. Cook and stir until just wilted.

6. Pour the egg mixture into the pan. Using a heatproof rubber spatula, begin scraping the outside edges of the eggs into the middle of the pan, allowing more uncooked egg to pour to the outside rim. Continue moving the mixture in this manner until the eggs are about half way set.

7. Add the chopped herbs and quickly stir.

8. Place the pan in the oven and cook until the mixture is just firm through, about 6 to 7 minutes.

9. Slide the frittata out onto a serving dish and cut into wedges. Serve with smoked salmon.

https://www.pccmarkets.com/recipe/spring-herb-frittata-with-smoked-salmon-and-chevre-caper-basil-caponata/

Moroccan Chicken Stew

Yield: 4 servings

1 tbsp olive oil

1 red onion, finely sliced

4 garlic cloves, finely minced

thumb-sized piece ginger, finely grated

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp smoked sweet paprika

1/2 tsp chili powder

4 chicken thighs, skin on

2 red peppers, sliced into thin strips

1 large lemon, sliced

1/4 cup green olives, pitted and roughly chopped

1 cup chicken stock

4 pitted dates, chopped

3 dried apricots, chopped

1 cup green beans, halved

handful fresh cilantro, chopped

handful fresh parsley, chopped

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and gently cook for 8 mins until softened.

2. Add the garlic, ginger, and spices, and cook for 1 min more.

3. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook until the skin is golden and crisp, then turn and cook to lightly golden on the flesh side.

4. Add the red pepper, lemon slices, olives, chicken stock, dates, and apricots. Simmer with the lid on for about 40 mins until the chicken is cooked through.

5. Add green beans for the final 4 mins of cooking time.

6. Season to taste. Top with the chopped cilantro and parsley to serve.

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/moroccan-chicken-stew

Roasted Red Pepper Vinaigrette

Yield: 3/4 cup

1 red bell pepper

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp honey

1 tbsp dijon mustard

1 shallot, minced (about 1 tbsp)

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 cup olive oil

salt and pepper, to taste

1. Preheat oven to 450F, or prepare grill for cooking.

2. Slice red pepper in half, de-seed, remove stem, and brush with olive oil.

3. Roast pepper either in the oven or on the grill (about 25 mins in the oven, 10 to 15 mins on the grill). The skins should be completely wrinkled and charred.

4. Transfer pepper to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam 10 minutes. Peel off skin, reserving juices.

5. Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender. Puree until smooth.

http://www.wholesomelicious.com/roasted-red-pepper-vinaigrette/

Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms

Yield: 24

24 button mushrooms, stems removed and reserved for filling

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, finely diced

1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced

3 cloves garlic, finely minced

2 cups spinach (or greens of choice), chopped

1/4 cup parsley, chopped

1 lb chorizo

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2. Finely chop half of reserved mushrooms stems, discarding any woody pieces.

3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add mushroom stems and saute until they start to release moisture.

4. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to soften.

5. Add garlic and cook an additional 30 seconds.

6. Remove skillet from heat. Add chopped greens and parsley and stir to combine.

7. Allow filling to cool slightly before adding chorizo. Stir to combine well.

8. Using a spoon, scoop a bit of chorizo mixture into each mushroom, mounding each slightly. Place on prepared baking sheet.

9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until filling is cooked through and mushrooms are tender.

10. Arrange on serving tray and garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.

http://therealfoodrds.com/chorizo-stuffed-mushrooms/

Gazpacho

Yield: 8 cups

2 cups tomato juice (or tomato puree or vegetable cocktail)

4 roma tomatoes, cored, roughly chopped

1 red pepper, seeded, roughly chopped

1/2 cucumber, roughly chopped

1/4 cup sweet onion, roughly chopped

1 clove garlic, roughly chopped

2 tbsp lime juice

2 tbsp red wine vinegar

2 tbsp parsley, roughly chopped

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

salt and pepper

optional garnish: chopped peppers, avocado, green onion, olive oil, croutons

1. In a blender, combine tomato juice, tomatoes, red pepper, cucumber, onion, garlic, lime juice, red wine vinegar, and parsley. Blend until smooth.

2. Add in the seasonings and blend again. Taste and adjust. 

3. Pour into a glass jar and secure lid. Chill for 3 to 4 hours, or overnight.

4. Before serving, shake the jar to combine. Pour into bowls, and garnish with your desired toppings. Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.

http://ohsheglows.com/2011/05/20/gazpacho/

Sunflower Romesco Sauce

Yield: 1 1/2 cups

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

2 roasted red peppers (homemade or from a jar)

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp aleppo pepper, or pinch of cayenne

2 tbsp sherry vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1 tbsp tomato paste

small handful flat parsley leaves

salt and pepper

1/2 cup olive oil

1. In the bowl of a food processor or blender, combine the sunflower seeds, roasted red peppers, garlic, paprika, aleppo pepper, vinegar, tomato paste, parsley, salt, and pepper. Pulse the mixture until all ingredients are finely chopped and lightly pasty. Scrape the bowl down.

2. With the motor on low, drizzle the olive oil in through the feed tube until fully incorporated. Check the sauce for seasoning.

3. Transfer sauce to a sealable jar, and store in the fridge for 5 to 7 days.

http://thefirstmess.com/2017/07/12/vegan-stuffed-eggplant-sunflower-romesco-recipe/

Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup

Yield: 3 servings

2 red bell peppers, quartered

4 cloves garlic, skin on

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, diced

1 can diced tomatoes (ideally San Marzano)

2 cups vegetable stock

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tbsp maple syrup

3/4 tsp smoked paprika

1/4 tsp red pepper flake

salt and pepper

1 can chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and smashed with a fork

(optional) garnish: fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), pine nuts, vegan parmesan cheese

1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Arrange red pepper on one end of the baking sheet and garlic on the other.

3. Roast for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until skin on peppers in bubbled and mostly blackened. 

4. Remove from the oven and place peppers in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap to allow them to steam for 2 to 3 minutes. The skin should then be easy to peel away. Also remove skin from roasted garlic.

5. In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and saute for 5 minutes, or until softened.
6. Add peeled peppers, garlic, tomatoes, stock, vinegar, maple syrup, paprika, red pepper flake, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Pour the soup into a high speed blender. Purée until smooth, scraping down sides as needed. 

8. Serve with smashed chickpeas on top, or with fresh herbs, a bit of pine nuts, or vegan parmesan cheese.

9. Leftovers keep well covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

https://minimalistbaker.com/romesco-soup-with-smashed-chickpeas/

Pad Thai (Saltspring)

Yield: 4 servings

4 oz brown rice noodles

2 tbsp oil, divided

1/2 yellow onion, sliced

2 carrots, thinly sliced

1 red pepper, thinly sliced

1 zucchini, thinly sliced or spiralized

1 egg, beaten

1/2 cup peanuts, chopped

1/2 cup fresh herbs (cilantro, basil, green onion), chopped

Sauce:

3 tbsp fish sauce

3 tbsp maple syrup

3 tbsp vegetable stock

2 tbsp white vinegar

1 tbsp tamari

1 tsp chili paste (sambal oelek)

1. Place the uncooked noodles in a bowl of cold water to soak.

2. Prepare the sauce by combining all sauce ingredients in a jar and shaking vigorously to combine.

3. In a large saute pan, heat one tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and saute for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender-crisp. Remove from heat and set aside.

4. Drain the noodles.

5. Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add the noodles and stir fry for one minute.

6. Add the sauce and cook for another minute or two, until the sauce is starting to thicken and stick to the noodles.

7. Push the noodles aside to make room for the egg. Pour the beaten egg into the pan and let it sit for 30 seconds. Toss everything around with the tongs - the egg mixture will stick to the noodles and everything will start getting sticky.

8. Return the cooked vegetables to the pan, toss together, and remove from heat.

9. Stir in the peanuts and herbs and serve immediately.

Chicken Cacciatore

Yield: 4 servings

2 chicken breasts with skin and backbone, halved crosswise

4 chicken thighs

salt and pepper, to taste

1/3 cup all purpose flour

3 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 sweet potato, chopped

1 cup mushrooms, quartered

1 large red bell pepper, chopped

3/4 cup dry white wine

1 can diced tomatoes

1 cup chicken stock

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp chili flakes

1/2 tsp thyme

1/2 tsp rosemary

1 bay leaf

3 tbsp capers

1/4 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped

1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in the flour to lightly coat.

2. In a large heavy saute pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces to the pan and saute just until brown, about 5 minutes per side. This can be done in batches if all the chicken does not fit in the pan. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.

3. In the same pan, add the onion and garlic. Saute over medium heat until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.

4. Add the sweet potato, mushrooms, and red pepper. Saute for another 3 minutes.

5. Add the wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.

6. Add the tomatoes, chicken stock, spices, and capers. Return the chicken pieces to the pan and bring the sauce to a simmer. Simmering over medium-low heat until the chicken is just cooked through, about 30 minutes.

7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/chicken-cacciatore-recipe-1943042

Mediterranean Three Bean Quinoa Salad

Yield: 4 servings

Salad:

1 cup quinoa

2 cups water

1/2 lb green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1 can white beans, drained and rinsed

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 yellow bell pepper, diced

1 cup cucumber, diced

1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

1 shallot, diced

1/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped

fresh basil, thinly sliced

optional: 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Dressing:

1/4 cup olive oil

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 tsp dried basil

1/4 tsp dried oregano

salt and pepper

1. In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Transfer quinoa to a large bowl.

2. In the meantime, blanch the green beans. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until tender crisp, about 2 minutes. Drain the green beans and place in a bowl of ice water. Drain well and pat dry.
3. Prepare the dressing by whisking together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl. 

4. Add the green beans, chickpeas, white beans, peppers, cucumber, tomatoes, shallot, olives, basil, and feta cheese (if using) to the bowl with the quinoa.

5. Pour dressing over the salad and gently stir until salad is coated with dressing.


https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/mediterranean-three-bean-quinoa-salad/

Asian Quinoa Salad

Yield: 4 servings

Quinoa:

1 tsp sesame oil

1/3 cup quinoa

2/3 cup water

Vegetables:

2-3 heads of bok choy, quartered

1 small head broccoli, cut into bite size pieces

1/2 cup edamame

1 carrot, grated

2 stalks celery, finely diced

1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1/2 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced

1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced (or sub green cabbage)

1/2 cup kale, shredded

1/2 cup bean sprouts

1/4 cup green onion, chopped

1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Dressing:

1 tbsp almond, peanut, or cashew butter

2 tbsp chili garlic sauce, plus more to taste

3 tbsp maple syrup, plus more to taste

3 tbsp tamari

3 tbsp lime juice

2 tbsp sesame oil

1 tsp fresh minced ginger

1 tbsp crushed peanuts for topping

1. Heat a small pot over medium heat. Add sesame oil and quinoa. Toast quinoa, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes, then add water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Once cooked, remove from heat and fluff gently with a fork.

2. While the quinoa is cooking, add one inch of water to a medium saucepan, heat over medium-high heat, and insert a steamer basket. Once water is simmering, add the bok choy, broccoli, and edamame, then cover. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Set in the refrigerator to chill.

3. Prepare dressing by adding all ingredients to a small mixing bowl and whisking to combine. Set aside.

4. Add quinoa, carrot, celery, red pepper, yellow pepper, cabbage, kale, bean sprouts, green onion, and cilantro to the steamed vegetables. Top with dressing. Toss to combine. Serve immediately.

5. Best when fresh but will keep covered in the refrigerator up to 2-3 days.


https://minimalistbaker.com/asian-quinoa-salad/

Thai Yellow Coconut Chicken Curry

Yield: 4 servings

1 tbsp coconut oil

1 onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp ginger, minced

1 Thai red chili (or serrano pepper), thinly sliced (optional: with seeds)

salt and pepper

1 lb chicken thighs, cut into pieces

3 tbsp red curry paste

1 can coconut milk

2 tbsp coconut sugar

1 tbsp tamari

2 tsp ground turmeric

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 ripe mango, cubed

1/4 cup peas

juice of 1 lemon

1/4 cup cashews

fresh cilantro, for serving

1. In a large pot, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Once hot, add onion, garlic, ginger, and chili. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

2. Add chicken and stir.

3. Add red curry paste and stir, and cook for 2 minutes more.

4. Add coconut milk, coconut sugar, tamari, and turmeric. Bring to a simmer.

5. Once simmering, add red pepper and green pepper. Reduce heat slightly to medium-low and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Once the peppers are softened, add mango, peas, and lemon juice, and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more over low heat.

7. Garnish with cashews and cilantro and serve over rice.


https://minimalistbaker.com/thai-yellow-coconut-curry-mango/