The first eggplants were the size of eggs, hence their name. They were used as decorations until it was later discovered they were edible. According to some sources, eggplants were once thought to cause insanity but don’t let this be an excuse to not give eggplant a try! Eggplant is an egg-shaped, glossy, dark purple … Read more
“Pancit” simply means “noodle” in Tagalog and refers to a whole family of dishes revolving around noodles cooked with different ingredients in the Filipino cuisine. Depending on the region, the family, and the cook, each plate of pancit can vary widely. The two most popular types are pancit bihon, which is made with rice vermicelli … Read more
Will Dickey Everybody loves grilled chicken, grilled steak, and grilled pork chops, but what about grilled lamb chops? One bite of these incredibly tender, garlic-and-herb marinated lamb chops will make anyone see the light. Not convinced yet? Keep on reading and get ready to add these grilled lamb chops to your list of must-try grilling … Read more
The main ingredient for this recipe, like our pozole, is patience. By no means a difficult recipe, pork adobo is one that requires at least one hour of slow braising on the stovetop to be at its best: extremely tender stewed pork that is soft enough to be cut through with a spoon, coated with … Read more
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE Sinigang is a classic one-pot Filipino stew, perfect for weeknight meals or weekend family dinners. Sinigang has a trademark sour-yet-savory taste, which comes from tamarind, a tree fruit that has a texture similar to dates. Though tamarind can be bought in its pods, you’ll often find it … Read more
Will Dickey Don’t wait for the state fair — you can totally make corn dogs at home! Although bacon-wrapped hot dogs are irresistible, and Ree Drummond’s chipotle chili dogs may be Ladd Drummond’s favorite, these corn dogs are hard to beat! Pair them with these delicious BBQ sides for a guaranteed hit at the cookout! … Read more
Will Dickey These grilled pork chops will have friends and family declaring you the king (or queen!) Of the cookout! While there’s no shortage of delicious grilling recipes out there, these easy-breezy pork chops are a keeper, thanks to an easy marinade that’s made from pantry ingredients. They’re delicious on their own, but don’t miss … Read more
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE Listen, we love a big breakfast featuring all the usual suspects — fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, a plate of breakfast sausage, and a pile of sautéed spinach for good measure. (Popeye would approve.) But it requires a lot of work, not to mention A LOT of … Read more
PHOTO: ANDREA MONZO; FOOD STYLIST: SPENCER RICHARDS Chuck roast is normally braised in dishes like beef stew and pot roast, but have you tried it on the grill? Grilled chuck roast is delicious and so much faster than those low-and-slow methods. Plus, it’s great for year-round eating, unlike the heavier comfort food staples made with … Read more
Alex Lau People forget about lamb and that’s a shame because lamb is one of the most delicious sources of protein on the planet. A six-ounce serving of roasted leg of lamb provides about 40 grams of protein for 392 calories. It’s also an excellent source of blood-boosting vitamin B12 and immunity-aiding zinc. And that’s … Read more