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Fast & Easy Dinner: Five-Spice Tilapia

Worried about a week's worth of overindulgence?


Worried about a week's worth of overindulgence? Then a light, healthy fish dinner may be just the ticket. Budget-friendly tilapia is versatile enough to be delicious in tostadas or soup, or even crusted and fried, but in this simple dish it takes center stage. A quick glaze of Chinese five-spice, soy sauce, and brown sugar gives it a flavorful kick. The added bonus? It can be made in 15 minutes!

Get the recipe when you keep reading.

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Monday's Leftovers: Tamari-Glazed Scallops

Looking to find a speedy and convenient meal that's also gourmet?

Looking to find a speedy and convenient meal that's also gourmet? Then turn to quick-cooking scallops left over from last night's meal. Use wheat-free tamari (a type of soy sauce), honey, and red pepper flakes to create an irresistible, fragrant glaze. Serve it in a large bowl heaped with brown rice and sautéed greens for a nouveau Asian rice bowl. Want the recipe? Then be sure to keep on reading.

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Monday's Leftovers: Sirloin Veggie Stir-Fry

My mom once told me that the fastest way to get dinner on the table is to make a stir-fry.

My mom once told me that the fastest way to get dinner on the table is to make a stir-fry. Now that I've been graced with a hectic schedule myself, I've come to realize she's right.

Start off the beginning of the week with a stir-fry that makes use of the weekend's sirloin steak, and relies on evergreen pantry essentials such as sun-dried tomatoes, scallions, and hot peppers for zest. In lieu of the usual steamed rice, opt for ultrathin, quick-cooking angel hair noodles.
Want a well-rounded meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes? Then get the recipe.

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Sunday BBQ: Twice-Glazed Asian Barbecued Chicken

The Summer is coming to a close, so be sure to get in all your barbecuing before the leaves start falling.

The Summer is coming to a close, so be sure to get in all your barbecuing before the leaves start falling. Tired of steak? Why not try chicken? Barbecued chicken can get a bad rap when it's doused with a ho-hum sauce (and since it's often prepared too dry).

With this sticky sweet Asian sauce (which can be made in advance), this is a far-from-boring barbecued chicken recipe. Crispy skin and a tangy, garlicky, peppery kick will get your taste buds excited. Check out the recipe when you keep reading.

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Definition: Satay

They may sound similar, but don't confuse satay with sauté.

They may sound similar, but don't confuse satay with sauté.

Satay is a Southeast Asian dish of meat that's been marinated and seasoned (often with turmeric), skewered, grilled over a fire, and served with a sauce for dipping. The delicacy is extremely popular in Indonesia, as well as neighboring countries Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand, where it's served everywhere from street carts to high-end restaurants. Variations may contain every type of meat from chicken and beef to turtle and mutton, as well as offal.

Satay can also come with a wide range of accompanying dipping sauces, including peanut gravy, soy-based condiments, pineapple sauce, and cucumber relish. Have you ever made satay?

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Pack Your Picnic With Sticky Sesame Chicken Wings

During the Summer, there is nothing better than an afternoon picnic at a local park.

During the Summer, there is nothing better than an afternoon picnic at a local park. I am always on the lookout for something to replace boring picnic sandwiches. These sesame chicken wings are delicious both warm and at room temperature, making them a perfect choice to pack in your cooler.

I cooked the chicken in the oven, but you could easily use a barbecue. Definitely set aside some of the scrumptious sauce and once the chicken is cooked, coat them in a little extra! The addition of toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions provides crunch and depth of flavor. Have your napkins ready for these tasty chicken wings and get the recipe by reading more.

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Soba and Tofu in Ginger Broth

Tonight look to Asia for a meal that is quick, delicious, healthy, and filling.


Tonight look to Asia for a meal that is quick, delicious, healthy, and filling. The secret to this noodle dish is a simple homemade broth infused with garlic, ginger, and scallions. The noodles are cooked in the fragrant mixture that is enhanced with several teaspoons of salty soy sauce. The ingredient list calls for bok choy, snow peas, and serrano chiles, but feel free to incorporate your favorite vegetables. Get the recipe now.

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Monday's Leftovers: Steak and Bok Choy Stir-Fry

It can be hard to find a weeknight meal that's exciting enough to be worth repeating.

It can be hard to find a weeknight meal that's exciting enough to be worth repeating. But when luck runs out, turn to the rice bowl It's quick, healthy, cheap, and easy.

This skirt steak and bok choy version is no exception; the stir-fry is coated with an Asian sauce that manages to be tangy, sweet, and nutty all at once.

Best of all, it makes use of leftover skirt steak, comes together in minutes, and doesn't have half the grease of your typical Chinese takeout. To make the dish tonight, keep on reading.

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Chicken Tenders With Asparagus

If you are in desperate need of a quick-cooking meal, pick up a pack of chicken tenders.

If you are in desperate need of a quick-cooking meal, pick up a pack of chicken tenders. This kid-friendly cut of meat is incredibly versatile (it can be seasoned with just about anything), and in a matter of minutes it's cooked all the way through.

Sear in a wok or other large pan with asparagus, ginger, green onions, and chili sauce for an Asian-inspired meal. Serve over rice and you've got a healthy, balanced, and flavorful dinner. Want the recipe? Read more.