Tag: chile paste

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Korean Grilled Mackerel

Ingredients Ingredient Checklist 2 tablespoons Korean chile paste (see Notes) 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons rice vinegar 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 2 whole mackerel (about 1 1/2 pounds each) or 4 whole rainbow trout (about 5 ounces each), cleaned and butterflied, tails left on (see Notes) Directions Step […]

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Asian-Glazed Chicken Thighs

The tasty Asian-inspired glaze gives these chicken thighs a mahogany sheen. Rich thigh meat is higher in fat than lean white meat, so the thighs stay moist even when they’re roasted without skin. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions, if desired. Ingredients 1/3 cup rice vinegar 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 3 tablespoons […]

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Asian-Glazed Chicken Thighs

The tasty Asian-inspired glaze gives these chicken thighs a mahogany sheen. Rich thigh meat is higher in fat than lean white meat, so the thighs stay moist even when they’re roasted without skin. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions, if desired. Ingredients 1/3 cup rice vinegar 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 3 tablespoons […]

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Sesame-Soy Meatballs 16

Serve these garlicky, spicy meatballs with steamed sugar snap peas and two cups cooked rice tossed with 1 tablespoon chile paste—you’ll find it on the ethnic aisle of most supermarkets or at Asian grocers. Ingredients 1/3 cup minced green onions 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1 […]

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Thai Seafood Salad 14

Ingredients 1/4 cup water 8 ounces sea scallops 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon chile paste with garlic 1 cup red bell pepper strips 1/2 cup prechopped red onion 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped 8 ounces lump […]

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Mongolian Beef 9

Forget the fast food–this take on Mongolian Beef delivers all the flavor without the insane sodium and fat levels. This vibrant, Asian-inspired dish brings just the right amount of spice to the plate. But to make it a bit more kid-friendly and eliminate the heat altogether, just leave out the chile paste. Serve this bold beef […]

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Sesame-Soy Meatballs 16

Ingredients 1/3 cup minced green onions 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1 tablespoon chile paste (such as sambal oelek) 1/4 teaspoon salt 6 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 pound ground sirloin Cooking spray How to Make It Step 1 Preheat the oven to 400°. Step 2 […]

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Chicken Thighs with Ginger-Sesame Glaze

Make-ahead tip: Mix up the glaze first thing in the morning, and allow the chicken thighs to marinate all day in the refrigerator to soak up even more flavor. After that, getting dinner on the table is as simple as heating up the grill pan. Ingredients 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions 3 tablespoons dark […]

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Miso Chicken

If you can’t find miso, substitute 2 teaspoons anchovy paste and 1 teaspoon tahini instead. With miso, the darker the color, the more pronounced the salty flavor. Ingredients 1/4 cup rice vinegar 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 1/2 tablespoons honey 1 1/2 tablespoons white miso 1 1/2 teaspoons chile paste (such as sambal oelek) […]