Bigos (Polish Hunter’s Stew)

Polish food is another of my family’s favorite cuisines to eat. This past summer when we were on vacation in the mountains, we ate 2 days a row at this amazing little restaurant run by old Polish ladies because it was so good. My family has quite a bit of Polish background, so I likeContinueContinue reading “Bigos (Polish Hunter’s Stew)”

Braised Glass Noodles with Roasted Pork and Napa Cabbage

I could probably eat this roasted pork and napa cabbage with braised glass noodles for dinner for a week straight. I love pretty much everything about this recipe. I’m addicted to these noodles, because they have such a fantastic chewy texture and they absorb a little of whatever sauce you are using. The internet classContinueContinue reading “Braised Glass Noodles with Roasted Pork and Napa Cabbage”

Spam Musubi

Spam Musubi is a Japanese/Hawaiian dish of marinated and fried spam served on sushi rice with nori wrapping. I tried to research the history of this dish, and like many recipes it is murky. Whatever its origins, it so tasty and fun to make and eat. For those who think spam is gross, if youContinueContinue reading “Spam Musubi”

Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Mushroom Gravy

This is a different take on pork tenderloin that is easy to make and super homey and filling. I liked how fast this was to make and I’m a sucker for mushroom gravy so that is always a win. If I made this again, I would either rub the spices on the pork tenderloin theContinueContinue reading “Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Mushroom Gravy”

Tortas de Chilorio

As I said I would share, here is the torta I made with the teleras. This torta is from the Nopalito cookbook, and this picture doesn’t do it justice. We were in such a hurry to eat these while hot, I barely glanced at the photo I took, and it was really dark in myContinueContinue reading “Tortas de Chilorio”

Roast Pork Lo Mein

Lo mein is such a tasty dish – meat and/or wok seared veggies, noodles, and a savory tasty sauce to bring it all together. It is also such a customizable dish because you can use whatever meat and veggies you have at home. I used my short cut version of char siu here, which isContinueContinue reading “Roast Pork Lo Mein”

Tom Yam Noodle Soup with Pork, Ramen Eggs, Fried Garlic and Chile Vinegar

Tom yam soup is a Thai soup that can be made in many variations. This one has a rich pork and vegetable broth and is served with rice noodles, bean spouts, ramen eggs, seared pork, fried garlic, chile vinegar and garlic oil along with some herbs and scallions. It is full of flavor and canContinueContinue reading “Tom Yam Noodle Soup with Pork, Ramen Eggs, Fried Garlic and Chile Vinegar”

Pork Banh Mi Burgers

One of our all time favorite sandwiches to eat is a Vietnamese banh mi. Traditionally, a banh mi features a crusty baguette filled with grilled meat, pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and tangy sauce. Its elements of crunch, tenderness, sweetness, and spiciness are unique and so delicious. This is a fusion dish combining the banh miContinueContinue reading “Pork Banh Mi Burgers”

Chorizo and Potato Tortilla Pizza

This recipe is a variation on my quick and easy Skillet Tortilla Pizza, but with a Mexican twist. Chorizo and potato makes an excellent filling for tacos or tortas, so why not on a pizza? This combination is soooo tasty and these are super fast to make. Chorizo is best when you cook it downContinueContinue reading “Chorizo and Potato Tortilla Pizza”