Mapo tofu was a staple in our household when we first emigrated from China to Belgium. My mom, living on my dad’s PhD stipend, relied on simple, affordable meals like this one. While the dish became a comforting part of my childhood, I never liked it as much as my mom did. The soft tofu … Continue reading Mapo Tofu: How I Learned to Love it
On the last day of our Osaka leg, the plan was simple: wander. We had no schedule and no rush to catch the Shinkansen to Tokyo—just a full day to explore at our own pace. Osaka is a city that loves its food, and okonomiyaki—a savory Japanese pancake made with a batter of flour, eggs, … Continue reading Okonomiyaki: Japanese Savory Cabbage Pancake
Tyson Foods stock reached a 52-week low today, hitting $47.11 per share. Lower prices for beef and pork has cut into their most recent earnings. Bad for Tysons, but good for us! Country ribs were $1.99/lb at Costco, each pack weighing 6-8 pound. Make this dish with half the pork and freeze the rest for … Continue reading Marinated Meats: Ep 1
This post includes affiliate links; I'll earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. When I began, I was amazed at how incredible sourdough bread could be, and I couldn't believe it only took 1.5 days from start to finish. Plus, I've tailored the starter and feed measurements to keep things … Continue reading Sourdough Bread
Growing up, I always asked my mom to bring this home when she went grocery shopping. Seeing a whole side of pig hanging from a hook meant to me that I couldn’t possibly do this at home. I was wrong. This recipe requires time and a few key techniques to achieve in your home oven. … Continue reading Cantonese-style Crispy Pork Belly
I wrote this post with my roommate Taylor in mind, who is just starting to explore the world of cooking. Each step is described without common cooking words like julienne, dice, and slice. Sometimes, I forget that these make cooking a daunting experience. So this post is for all cooks just starting out, who want … Continue reading Better-Than-Takeout Kung Pao Chicken
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