Thursday, May 22, 2014

Monday, May 19, 2014

Caesar Salad Joy of Cooking

Caesar Salad Joy of Cooking



One of my favorite old cook books. It is truly a classic and this recipe for Caesar Salad is the best in the world.

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Flank Steak Marinade

My father broiled flank steak “back in the day” when it was an inexpensive cut of beef used mostly in long braises. His secret was an acidic marinade that permeated the meat, rather than just coating the surface as is the case with 9 out 10 recipes. As my father would say, if you don’t like your steak on the rare side, you’re not invited. It remains one of my favorite steaks to prepare at home because it has the beefiest flavor and most appealing texture. I also enjoy the family style service from a plate piled high with juicy slices rather than the boring “cut it yourself” steakhouse style. The sliced meat also pairs well with Asian and Latin unlike whole steak.
Marinate the flank steak for no more than 3 hours in the refrigerator (or 1 hour on the counter if you’re rushed). Grill the meat over very high heat for no more than 5 minutes. If the cross hatch of grill marks is your thing, rotate the steak 45 degree after 2 ½ minute, flip it over at 5 minutes, rotate again at 7 ½ minutes and then remove it from the grill at 10 minutes or when it just springs back when pressed with your finger. Let it rest for 10 minutes covered with a piece of aluminum foil.
Slice the meat on the diagonal against the grain in slices no more than 1/8” thick. Top the sliced steak with some splashes of the reserved marinade just before serving. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Suggestions: Sprinkle with Fajita Seasoning, add a squeeze of lime and you will have some awesome beef to wrap in Tortillas. Also, it’s great the next day for steak sandwiches.
grilled flank steak

Marinated Flank Steak Recipe

  • Yield: 6 Servings

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • Ready In: 3 hrs 25 mins

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place the flank steak and all the ingredients except the parsley in a one-gallon Zip Lock Freezer bag. The meat will look a little pale after marinating, but that is just the vinegar working its magic on the protein.
  2. Remove the whole garlic before grilling. Reserve the marinade to splash on the cooked and carved steak

Friday, May 9, 2014

Killer Blackened Fish Recipe

Here in Hawaii, blackened fish can still be found in many restaurants. It is the perfect dry rub for our Island Fish like Mongchong. If I recall correctly, The Yardhouse in Waikiki has Blackened Mongchong on their menu. If you can't get over there anytime soon, try this recipe at home.


Blackened Fish Recipe

Blackened fish at table
  • Yield: 4 (4 Servings)

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
  • Ready In: 30 mins
Blackening spice directions and ingredients plus details on blackening fish in a hot skillet.

Ingredients

Recipe for bulk blackening seasoning

This stuff is expensive when you buy small portions. We love to blacken a sashimi grade Tuna and serve it rare on the inside, but blackened on the crust. A great idea to make a large batch and store it in the freezer.

Saturday, May 3, 2014

How hard is it to be a TV chef

This story from Hindustan Times describes the lives of celebrity chefs and travel writers. It appears that every occupation has its ups and downs. When they are ready to quit, I'll take their job!



Steves: Why I love eating in Italy | The London Free Press

Steves: Why I love eating in Italy | The London Free Press



Rick Steves simply cannot be beat for honest and useful travel tips. I'd follow him to the Moon.

Thursday, May 1, 2014

TX Grilled Shrimp

Pull up a stump, set yourself down, pour a glass of Chabernet, and try this delicious skewered shrimp. Anything cooked on a stick and served on a stump is heaven.


Texas Broiled Shrimp Recipe


Texas Broiled Shrimp

Texas Broiled Shrimp
  • Yield: 4 dozen shrimp (4 Servings)

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Ready In: 3 hrs 35 mins
Marinated spicy shrimp grilled on skewers

Ingredients