Ginger Soy Roasted Carrots

Ginger Soy Roasted Carrots
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These tasty little gems get an Asian treatment that brings out even more of their sweetness.
Servings
3
Servings
3
Ginger Soy Roasted Carrots
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These tasty little gems get an Asian treatment that brings out even more of their sweetness.
Servings
3
Servings
3
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Place the carrots in a medium size bowl.
  2. Combine the remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake to blend the ingredients. pour over the carrots and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet that has been coated with cooking spray.
  4. Roasted in a 400 degree oven for 20 minutes, turning occasionally. When carrots are tender, they are ready to serve.
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Sesame Orange Chicken Tenders

Sesame Orange Chicken Tenders
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Servings
2
Servings
2
Sesame Orange Chicken Tenders
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Servings
2
Servings
2
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. Combine the first six ingredients in a jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake well to mix things up completely.
  2. Put the chicken tenders into a zip-top bag. Add half of the marinade mixture and seal the bag. Put the chicken and the jar with the remaining marinade in the refrigerator. Allow the chicken to marinate for up to 24 hours.
  3. When you are ready to prepare the chicken, remove the tenders from the marinade and allow to drain briefly on a wire rack. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  4. In a small dry fry pan over medium heat toast the panko and sesame seeds tossing often until the crumbs are light golden and the sesame seeds begin to become fragrant. Transfer the mixture to a shallow bowl and allow to cool slightly.
  5. Roll the tenders in the crumb mixture pressing the crumbs in to create a nice thick coat.
  6. Wash and dry the rack you drained the chicken on and put it on a foil lined rimmed baking sheet. Spray it all lightly with the cooking spray.
  7. Place the coated tenders on the rack leaving plenty of space in between. Bake for 15- 20 minutes. The chicken should be golden brown and feel firm. While the chicken bakes, cook the remaining marinade.
  8. In a small fry pan, heat the remaining marinade over medium high heat until it comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and allow to simmer,thicken and reduce for about 15 - 20 minutes. If the glaze seems too thick add a little more stock. Continue to cook as necessary until the glaze is the consistency you like.
  9. Remove the tenders from the oven when they are ready . Transfer to serving or individual plates and drizzle with the glaze. Serve with sides of your choice.
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Stir Fried Quinoa with Chicken

Stir Fried Quinoa with Chicken
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The flavors of Asian Fried Rice, but made with Quinoa. All the flavor and many more nutrients.
Servings
3
Servings
3
Stir Fried Quinoa with Chicken
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The flavors of Asian Fried Rice, but made with Quinoa. All the flavor and many more nutrients.
Servings
3
Servings
3
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Bring the water to a boil. add the quinoa and cover. Reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
  2. Heat oven to 300 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the quinoa on the paper lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring half way through. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  3. Heat a non-stick wok over medium heat. Coat the pan with non-stick cooking spray. Add the chicken pieces and 1/2 teaspoon of the Five Spice Powder. Toss and cook for 3 minutes. The chicken should be barely browned. Remove to a plate and set aside.
  4. Lightly beat the eggs and add to the hot wok. Turn pan to create a thin layer. Cook until light golden brown turning once. remove from pan and allow to cool. Cut into thin strips and set aside.
  5. Add the broccoli, peppers, broccoli to the wok. Add several tablespoons of the chicken broth. Toss and cook until the vegetables soften slightly. Add more broth as needed to prevent burning. Remove from pan and set aside.
  6. Add the canola oil an allow it to get hot. Add the garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes to the oil. Cook and stir until the ingredients are fragrant. 3 - 5 minutes.
  7. Add the quinoa to the pan and toss to mix all the ingredients together. Cook, tossing to allow the quinoa to brown. This should take 5 - 7 minutes. Add chicken broth a little at a time to keep everything from burning.
  8. Add the chicken and vegetables to the pan and toss. Continue cooking and tossing until everything is heated through.
  9. Mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, and the remaining Five Spice Powder together in a small bowl. Add several tablespoons of chicken broth. Pour over the mixture in the pan and toss to mix.
  10. Serve topped with the egg strips and the sliced green onions.
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Barbecue Pork Freid Rice

Barbecue Pork Freid Rice
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A hearty and savory one dish meal. It's a great way to use leftover pork (or any other leftover meat).
Servings
6
Cook Time
30 minutes
Servings
6
Cook Time
30 minutes
Barbecue Pork Freid Rice
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A hearty and savory one dish meal. It's a great way to use leftover pork (or any other leftover meat).
Servings
6
Cook Time
30 minutes
Servings
6
Cook Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Mix the Asian Dressing, 1 Tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce,1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil, 1/4 Cup Hoisin Sauce, and 1 Teaspoon 5 Spice Powder together. Place Pork cubes in a zip top bag. Add the combined marinade ingredients. Seal the bag and toss and knead to coat the the pork with marinade. Marinate in refrigerator overnight.
  2. When you are ready to prepare the rice, heat a wok or very large fryi pan over medium high heat. Add the canola oil and the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil to the pan. Heat for 1 minute then add the rice. Toss until all of the rice grains are coated. Fry tossing occasionally 5 minutes. or until rice is just taking on some color.
  3. Add soy sauce and remaining 5 Spice Powder to the rice. Toss to mix and continue to cook 5 minutes or so, stirring occasionally. The rice should become light golden and have some crusty bits.
  4. Add the pork and marinade to the pan and toss to combine. (It is okay to add the marinade since the meat is already cooked and has been in the refrigerator.) Add the remaining Chili Garlic Sauce and Hoisin sauce to the pan. Cook the rice and meat 5 - 8 minutes more tossing frequently The rice should get a little darker and the pork should begin to caramelize.
  5. Add the thawed peas and carrots to the pan. Stir to incorporate. Heat for 2-3 minutes. Add the green onions and heat for 1 - 2 minutes more. Serve in pasta or soup bowls as you wish.
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