Month: April 2021

Shashlik

Shashlik

Shasklik is Russian grilled meat, similar to a Shishkabob but with a more pungent marinade with a heavy emphasis on onion. Pork shoulder would be traditional, but this all works well with beef or chicken. I first had this when working in Ukraine and this 

Cabbage Steaks

Cabbage Steaks

If you think cabbage is plain, or boring, or bitter, think again. These cabbage steaks are sweet and crispy and savory. They are also easy to make.

Rice Sides

Rice Sides

Those rice side packages from the store are handy and they seem affordable, but rice sides are also very easy to make at home from scratch.

Stir Fry

Stir Fry

I recently realized that while I often make stir fry, I didn’t have a recipe written down so I thought I would write it out and add it to Dad’s Cookin’. It takes some prep time, but it’s quick to cook and very tasty.You can 

Mongolian Beef

Mongolian Beef

Tender morsels of beef steak in a sweet and salty sauce makes for a satisfying meal. I’ve had this recipe for some time, and finally had a chance to try it and to make some adjustments. You could make this with just about any cut 

Mandarin Chicken

Mandarin Chicken

Mandarin (orange) chicken is an oriental classic. There are two recipes. This is the more complete, authentic version while a simpler version can be found in our Quick and Easy section.

Hoisin Ribs

Hoisin Ribs

I originally got this recipe from Meathead Goldwyn’s Amazing Ribs page. The advantage of this rib recipe is that they can be made without a grill or a smoker. Hoisin sauce has a much fuller flavor profile than soy sauce, is more savory than teriyaki 

Egg Rolls

Egg Rolls

I found this recipe on Hong Kong born Jaden Hair’s Steamy Kitchen food blog. This is her mom’s recipe for authentic Chinese egg rolls. I have gotten lots of compliments when I have made these for parties. Don’t skip the dipping sauces at the end, 

Egg Drop Soup

Egg Drop Soup

This is a tasty and easy side dish for anything Asian, or if you would just like a light meal.

Cavender’s Seasoning

Cavender’s Seasoning

Nothing to mix here, this is the one seasoning that I am loyal to just as is. It is full of flavor, but yet it is more subtle than the other seasonings I make. I like it especially on pork, chicken, and fish, but I