Tag: cilantro

Spice-Roasted Salmon with Roasted Cauliflower

Moroccan spices usually blend the earthy (cumin) with the warm and fragrant (coriander and allspice). Salmon and cauliflower embrace these spices well. We start the cauliflower at a higher oven temperature to achieve better browning, then reduce the heat so the salmon cooks evenly and stays juicy. You could also sear the salmon on the […]

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Spicy Pork Lettuce Cups

Serve with long-grain white rice to complete the meal. While the pork stands to allow its flavors to meld, chop the veggies for the ­lettuce cups and get the rice going. For a milder version, seed the serrano chile or simply omit it. Ingredients 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger 6 garlic cloves, minced 12 […]

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Four Citrus-Herb Chicken

Citrus zest perfumes the chicken while it marinates. A fresh salsa of citrus segments and herbs doubles down on fruit flavor. Ingredients 2 large limes 1 large ruby red grapefruit 1 large tangerine 1 large navel orange 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced serrano chile 1 (3 1/2-pound) […]

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Slow Cooker Thai Beef Curry

Our solution: It’s true that the long, slow cooking period mellows flavors. But bold spices, in bold amounts, will hold their own over time. Here, we start with big flavor from a good amount of curry paste and fish sauce, and we finish with fresh touches of cilantro and lime juice that amplify the taste […]

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Thai Beef Salad

Although sirloin works fine in this salad, you could, for special occasions, spring for tender, deeply flavorful (but more expensive) rib-eye. You can also make the whole thing ahead of time, as long as the dressing is added right before serving. Ingredients Leaves from 1/2 bunch cilantro 1 package (4 oz.) sprouts, such as radish […]

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Thai Steak Salad

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 (1 1/2-pound) flank steak, trimmed 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon fish sauce 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic 1 teaspoon Sriracha (hot chile sauce, such as Huy Fong) 1 1/2 cups […]

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Tortilla Soup with Chorizo and Turkey Meatballs

Smoked chorizo gives Tortilla Soup with Chorizo and Turkey Meatballs a deep, smoky flavor without overpowering. This Tortilla Soup is a perfect go-to for parties or quick get-togethers. Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 cup prechopped onion 3/4 cup chopped seeded poblano pepper 1 ounce smoked Spanish chorizo, finely chopped 4 cups unsalted chicken stock […]

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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Ancho-Tequila Glaze

If you’re using a charcoal grill, skip the foil pan and add the chips to the coals. Look for granulated garlic in the spice aisle, or substitute 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Amber agave syrup has a deeper flavor than the more neutral, light-colored varieties. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups hickory wood chips 1 tablespoon ancho chile […]

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Sesame Cabbage Salad with Grilled Salmon

There are lots of sustainable salmon options available now, from wild Alaskan to farmed U.S. species. Keep this easy recipe in mind for times when you have leftover cabbage in the fridge. Ingredients Cooking spray 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets 5/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 4 teaspoons canola […]

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Mexican: Cumin-Rubbed Chicken with Guacamole Sauce

This fast chicken dinner, which is ready in just 30 minutes, is a great way to use ingredients you might have in your fridge and pantry. Fresh avocado, cilantro, onion, and lime juice—often left after a taco night—come together to create this irresistible, Mexican-inspired spicy chicken dish. Because you’ll mash up the avocado into a […]