Delicio Recipe List

There are times when I have a craving for Asian food, and this quick entree fits the bill perfectly... Servings: 4 to 6 Prep: 10 Mins. Cook: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS Noodles: 8 oz�s (half a box) thin spaghetti noodles, cooked according to package directions Pre-steam broccoli: 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut smaller --(Pre-steam on high for 3 minutes in a covered microwave-able bowl with 2 TBs water) Vegetables: 2 tablespoons Mazola oil 2 cups pre-steamed (above) broccoli florets, drain water beforehand 1 small yellow onion, julienned 1/2 red bell pepper, julienned 1/2 orange bell pepper, julienned 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes --2 green onions, white and green parts sliced on the diagonal (added last) Sauce: 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (unseasoned) 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil 3/4 cup low-sodium beef broth Garnish: 1 TB roughly chopped fresh cilantro METHOD Prep all stir-fry ingredi...

A delightful sweet chili sauce I created today in under 20 minutes, and at the rate we go through this decadent condiment ~ it's bound to be quite the '$$ saver' as well... Yield: 1 cup Prep: 5 Mins. Cook: Appx. 15 minutes INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup white vinegar 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons quality white wine 3 teaspoons garlic granules (or powder) 1/2 to 1 tablespoon dried red chili flakes (1/2 TB mild, or 3/4 TB spicy, or 1 TB hot) --1-1/2 tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 4 tablespoons cool water --2 drops red all-natural organic food coloring METHOD Place all ingredients (except cornstarch-water slurry mixture, and food coloring) in a small, heavy-bottom saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil. Reduce heat to medium and let boil for 10 minutes to reduced sauce by half. (The vinegar odor will be quite pungent as it burns off.) In a small bowl, combine 4 TB water with 1-1/2 TB cornstarch to form a slurry. Reduce hea...

An incredible and  tasty one-pot-wonder that is quite versatile in that you can change it up by substituting halibut with shrimp, chicken, or pork, and so on.. . Servings: ( 8 to 10) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided 3 eggs, lightly beaten 8 oz. fillet halibut, cut into 1" cubes 2 cups *pre-steamed carrots and sweet petite peas (See How To TIP below) 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 tablespoon dried minced onion Freshly ground pepper, to taste 5 cups cooked white rice 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/8 teaspoon sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon rice vinegar METHOD In a Dutch Oven, heat 1 tablespoon of the canola oil over medium-high heat. Add the beaten eggs and stir fry, while breaking into large bits; remove to a plate. Wipe out pot clean, and add 1 tablespoon canola oil. Add the halibut, and stir fry until opaque. Remove halibut to same plate as eggs; set aside. Wipe out the skillet, place it back on heat and add the remaining ...

A terrific Light Asian Dipping Sauce I created while in Yakutat, Alaska preparing a family dinner when I had minimal on-hand ingredients, served as a first course with Pan Seared Wild Alaska Bay Scallops ~ Delish! Serves: 4 Prep: 10 Mins. Indoor Grill: 4 Mins. INGREDIENTS Light Asian Dipping Sauce: 1 tablespoon low-sodium Tamari (soy sauce) 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon honey, more/less to your desired sweetness 2 tablespoons water 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Dash of garlic powder Dash of onion powder Dash of freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro (measured after mincing) Scallops: 2-1/2 lbs Wild Alaska Bay Scallops METHOD Whisk all dipping sauce ingredients in a small glass (non-reactive) bowl. Let flavors meld at room temperature for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, rinse and pat scallops dry. Place on paper towel-lined baking dish. (Can be stored covered with plastic wrap in refrigerator for a few hours as such, although bring to room temperature for 20 mi...

An easy and tasty option to make your own Teriyaki Sauce. I always have some of this Asian sauce on hand for those last-minute stir-fry recipes for quick meal options on those busy nights... Prep: 5 Mins. Yields: 1 Pint (2 Cups) 1-� cups dark brown sugar � cup low-sodium soy sauce � cup low-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (An Asian-style barbecue sauce) 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground) 2 garlic cloves, grated � teaspoon freshly ground pepper METHOD Add all ingredients to a nonreactive (glass/ceramic) bowl, and whisk to combine. Use in your favorite teriyaki recipe or as a marinade, including basting grilled meat, poultry, fish, and shellfish. Store in an airtight jar in refrigerator~ Enjoy!

An incredibly quick and easy stir-fry sauce recipe that pairs well combined with a variety of Asian meat, poultry, and vegetable stir-fry main dish meals... Prep: 10 Mins. Cook: 5 Mins. Yields: (Appx. � Cup) INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons chicken broth 3 tablespoons rice wine 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons sesame oil Pinch of white pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 teaspoons granulated garlic 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 tablespoon arrowroot (or cornstarch) 2 tablespoons cold water METHOD In a bowl, combine soy sauce, broth, rice wine, sugar, sesame oil and white pepper. Dissolve arrowroot in 1/4-cup cold water (slurry), and set aside nearby. Heat all ingredients, except slurry, in a small saucepan until gently boiling. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 1 minute. Mix the slurry (as it will tend to settle), and add to saucepan while whisking.  Cook, whisking, until the sauce boils and thickens.  Remove from heat and use this sauce...

Believe me, you can never make enough of this Pork Adobo recipe as it seems disappear in a flash... Prep: 5 mins.  Cook: 1 Hr. Servings: (6 to 8) INGREDIENTS: 2 lbs. pork sirloin tip roast, trimmed, and cut into 1-1/2" cubes (Purchased in a 2-pk @ Costco; used 2/3's of a 3lb. roast) 2 tablespoons light olive oil 4 cups hot water � cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce � teaspoon organic black peppercorns 5 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon  organic pickling spice 1 teaspoon organic chili powder 1 teaspoon organic ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon organic ground paprika 4 tablespoons organic arrowroot powder [or cornstarch] (mixed w/1/4 cup cold water to dissolve and form slurry) --Prepared steamed rice Garnish: --Toasted sesame seeds METHOD Begin preparing steamed rice. Heat dutch oven to medium-high heat. When hot, add olive oil, then pork and sear for 5 minutes; turning and doing so on other side for an additional 5 minutes (try not t...

For a fast and easy Japanese dressing recipe tasting super similar to those found in top-notch Japanese restaurants ~ This one's for you! Yields: (1-1/2 cups) Prep: 5 Mins. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet white onion 1/2 cup canola oil 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons ground ginger (or 2 tablespoons freshly grated) 2 tablespoons minced celery 3 tablespoons ketchup 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper METHOD: Add all ingredients in order listed in blender.  Place lid on top, and blend on high speed for a minimum of 30 seconds, until dressing is smooth. Let dressing stand a minimum of 4 hours in refrigerator for flavors to meld before serving. ~ Enjoy! Sandra's Japanese Restaurant-Style Salad (Click for recipe)... ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tip: Store dressing in refrigerator in a tightly covered glass container for up to 1 week....

I created this vibrant and crunchy salad today, mainly from "green" ingredients I had on hand; it�s superb and will fare well alongside any main dish... Servings: (8 to 10) Prep: 10 Mins. INGREDIENTS Dressing: 4 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon honey 2 teaspoons freshly-squeezed lime juice Salad: 6 cups romaine lettuce, torn 1-1/2 cups frozen sweet green peas, thawed, and pat dry 1 (8 oz. can) sliced water chestnuts, drained, pat dry, and cut into slivers 3 ribs celery, diagonally sliced 4 long green onions (green parts only), sliced Handful of fresh parsley, chopped --(Or, 2 tablespoons dried parsley) Garnish: --Toasted sesame seeds METHOD In a medium glass (or non-reactive) bowl, add and whisk together all the dressing ingredients. Toss in all salad ingredients, and fold to combine. To serve, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. ~ Enjoy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I served this salad for lunch with homemade meatloaf, and smashed potatoes with sour cream and chives topped with mushroo...

A perfect dinner to quickly throw together either in the morning and slow cook on low for 8 hours, or during your lunch hour and slow cook on high for 4 hours... Servings: (6 to 8) Prep: 10 Mins. Slow Cook: High 4 Hrs, or Low 8 Hrs.; + Broil: 3-5 Mins INGREDIENTS: Chicken: 1 yellow onion, cut into wedges 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs 1-� cups brown sugar � cup low-sodium soy sauce � cup low-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (An Asian type of barbecue sauce) 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger) 2 garlic cloves, minced � teaspoon freshly ground pepper Garnish: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds --Prepared steamed rice --Prepared garden salad METHOD: In mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, chicken broth, hoisin sauce, ginger, garlic, and pepper, then set aside. Place onion wedges in bottom of slow cooker, chicken thighs on top, and pour teriyaki mixture over chicken. Cover slow cooker and co...