Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives is one of my favorite shows on the Food Network. Guy Fieri goes to some cool places around the states and eats bomb-ass food. This Lomo Saltado dish was inspired by a Triple D episode I saw months ago where Guy goes to Taste of Peru in Chicago. When the owner... Continue Reading →
Chinese Sausage and Spam Fried Rice
This fried rice brings back memories from my elementary school days. Since my parents worked a lot, my mom's aunt (Bà Cô) watched my cousins, sister, and me after school until about 6pm everyday. While other kids went home to PB sandwiches and Mac and Cheese, Bà Cô hooked us up with Fried Rice with... Continue Reading →
Tofu and Asparagus Stir Fry
I grew up eating tofu and never quite understood why people didn't like tofu and call it gross and nasty. Tofu is one of most versatile foods to cook with, tasty if prepared right and really good for you. Tofu is also low in calories, low in fat, contains iron and packed with 8-9 grams... Continue Reading →
Vietnamese Shakin’ Beef (Bo Luc Lac)
Bo Luc Lac, directly translated to English as Shaking Beef, got its name because of the shaking action involved while cooking it in a Wok. Once you put the beef into the Wok and let it sear for about a minute on one side, you begin shaking it so it can sear and cook on... Continue Reading →
Sweet and Sour Shrimp with a Kick
Sometimes when I come home from work, I get too lazy and tired to run to the store to buy things to cook. Since I try not to eat out too often, I look in my refrigerator/freezer and pantry and create a quick dish with what's available. As long as there is some protein and... Continue Reading →
