asian food – Ash's In The Kitchen

Curried Chicken Fried Rice

I love how easy and versatile fried rice is! Curry sounded delightful so I thought I’d toss the spices in some chicken fried rice. It was a hit! Chicken: 1 large Chicken Breast; cubed 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder 1 teaspoon Curry Powder ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder Salt and Pepper to tasteContinue reading “Curried Chicken Fried Rice”

Sweet & Sticky Chicken Drumsticks

I found a really good deal on chicken drumsticks so I snagged a pack. The meat was so incredibly tender and delicious! This recipe would also work great with chicken thighs or wings. Chicken: 4 lbs Chicken Drumsticks 1 teaspoon Chinese Five Spice 1 teaspoon Turmeric 1 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika 1 teaspoon Ancho Chile PowderContinue reading “Sweet & Sticky Chicken Drumsticks “

Beef Miso Ramen

I’ve never actually made Ramen that didn’t come in a styrofoam cup. This is way more nutritious and heart healthy, not to mention more satisfying to eat. The textures are wonderful! It was so much fun and I’ll definitely be making it again! 4 oz. Flank Steak Pinch of Chinese Five Spice Salt and PepperContinue reading “Beef Miso Ramen”

Egg Drop Soup

This soup is so delicious and it’s perfect for a winter day or if you’re feeling under the weather. It takes under 20 minutes to come together and there’s no need to purchase fancy ingredients. 1 quart Chicken Broth 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce 1 extra large Egg 1 teaspoon Water ¼ cup Green Onion; choppedContinue reading “Egg Drop Soup”

Surf & Turf Fried Rice

Surf and Turf Beef Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe by Ash's In The Kitchen

Surf and Turf Fried Rice FTW! It’s so delicious! I’d love to have smoked the steaks, but time was short, so pan seared was the way to go. Gotta love cast iron! 4 cups rice; cooked and chilled 3 Tablespoons Sesame Oil 1 Tablespoon Chile Paste 1 Carrot; peeled and chopped ½ cup Onion; dicedContinue reading “Surf & Turf Fried Rice”

Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken

I found some rice! It definitely wasn’t what I expected. I’d never even heard of Bamboo Rice before. Upon more research I found out that it’s medium or small grain white rice that’s been infused with young bamboo which can give it the green color and adds several vitamins. You learn something new everyday! ItContinue reading “Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken”

Copycat Panda Express Chow Mein

I made this for years using expensive Chinese Chow Mein noodles. $4 for 6 oz seemed a bit steep. Especially because I make it every other week. I decided to use thin spaghetti one night and never looked back. $1 for 16 oz? Yes, please! So while it might not be 100% authentic, it isContinue reading “Copycat Panda Express Chow Mein”

Asian Chicken Tartlets

Asian Beef Meat Pie Tartlet Appetizer Recipe by Ash's In The Kitchen

I made Asian Lettuce Wraps the other night and had some extra filling. I decided to make some little decorative puff pastry tartlets and they turned out brilliantly! So delicious and they make an amazing appetizer. You can decorate them with a lattice crust that’s absolutely adorable. Asian Chicken Tartlets 1 sheet Puff Pastry 2Continue reading “Asian Chicken Tartlets”

California Maki Rolls

Day 23 of my 8 week #PantryChallenge Switched things up a bit. I noticed a significant difference in my energy level, attitude and weight over the last month. While I had frozen vegetables on hand as well as cabbage, beets, carrots, etc. my body craved fresh, crisp greens. It just goes to show just howContinue reading “California Maki Rolls”

Spicy Fried Rice

Spicy Chinese Chile Fried Rice Recipe by Ash's In The Kitchen

Fried Rice was one of the first dishes I ever cooked and I’ve made it the same way for over a decade using Minute Rice and a few ingredients. Needless to say, I was getting pretty bored with the same ol’ thing. I decided to revamp it and add some heat! It really hit theContinue reading “Spicy Fried Rice”