Tag Archives: sesame

Cooking with Brian: Pork Char Sui

For over a year now, our family who believe in science and the Co-Vid Virus have been practicing mitigation; masks, social distancing, avoiding crowded areas, visiting no one and accepting no invitations to visit.  Our son works from home and … Continue reading

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Miso Marinated Sablefish with Sesame Spinach

The first time I ever tasted sablefish or black cod was at a Jewish deli in Liberty, New York in 197-; just kidding I don’t remember the year, but the taste was memorable.  The fish was smoked, thinly sliced and … Continue reading

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Salmon Sunday

This morning at 6 o’clock my husband took off to the States for a week and Jade went back to school at 5 this afternoon.  Me and the kitties, home alone.  Still, I made a nice lunch for Jade of … Continue reading

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Chaos in the Kitchen

I love cooking!  Especially when I have superior products to work with like the guinea fowl supremes and pak choy of today.  I found both of these items at the Fresh Paradise supermarket; the guinea fowl from France and the … Continue reading

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Spicy, Wild Sesame Seed Shrimp

Still “lagged” but have to do something with myself, and I found a new plate at the supermarket.  Anyway this was easy; shrimp were in the freezer. Spicy Wild Sesame Seed Shrimp 1 tbsp sunflower oil 1 tbsp sesame seed … Continue reading

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Sesame Noodles with Grilled Cod

It’s a Wagamama-like Day!   Sesame noodles with grilled fish.  So satisfying. Sesame Noodles with Grilled Cod 2 tbsp tamari soy sauce 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp peanut oil 1 tsp sesame seed oil 1 lb cod, cut into … Continue reading

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Hoisin Roasted Pork Steaks

Before I get to the tender, juicy hoisin roasted pork steaks, I have something to say. Wouldn’t the world be as dull as dirt if everyone looked alike, talked alike and thought alike?   Vive la difference, I say.  Especially … Continue reading

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Goma-ae Sesame and Spinach Salad

Japan Centre, a Japanese supply on line store, sent me an e-mail last night with this recipe. I didn’t intend to post today but I like spinach and the recipe was interesting, so I decided to just make the spinach, … Continue reading

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Hiyashi Chuka with Somen Noodles

All praises due to Maki over at Just Bento.   I have made this refreshing bowl of noodles many times and it works as well for guests as for family.   Consider offering a small amount in a large bowl … Continue reading

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Spicy Sesame Chicken

It was all because I saw this plate of sesame chicken on facebook being eaten by my friend, Andrew D.   I wanted some.   Then these really red, red, red peppers caught my eye at Carrefour; what could I … Continue reading

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