Tag: Fresh Cilantro Leaves

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Grilled Chicken Skewers with Asian Pear Slaw 11

Marjorie Meek-Bradley relies on fish sauce to bring a new dimension to marinades and vinaigrettes. She finds that this salty pantry staple is especially appealing in crisp salads. Ingredients 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger 1 tablespoon chopped shallots 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon minced […]

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Broiled Herb-Marinated Shrimp Skewers

These skewers are a simple, quick, and fresh-tasting entrée. Shrimp cook fast, making them great for the broiler—but watch the time and keep an eye on them so they don’t overcook and dry out. Ingredients 3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 3/4 cup fresh parsley leaves 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil […]

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Marinating: Chicken Fajitas

These chicken fajitas get their flavor from a homemade marinade featuring dark Mexican beer, soy sauce, lime juice, oil, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic.  They can be prepared on the stovetop with a grill pan as directed, or outside over a charcoal or gas grill. A marinade of dark Mexican beer (like Negra Modelo), soy sauce, […]

Shishito and Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri

Ingredients 1 cup firmly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1 cup firmly packed fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves 2 garlic cloves 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 1/2 pounds […]