Tag: dry sherry

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Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs

INGREDIENTS FOR MEATBALLS: 1 lb. ground chicken 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. fresh ginger, minced 2 green onions, thinly sliced 3/4 c. panko bread crumbs 1 large egg, beaten 1 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce Kosher salt Freshly ground Szechuan peppercorns 2 tbsp. vegetable oil FOR SAUCE: 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1/4 c. low-sodium […]

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Teriyaki Salmon with Mushrooms

Get a healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids, the fatty acids that lower the risk of heart disease, from this pan-seared salmon served with a rich mushroom sauce. You can substitute chicken broth for the sherry, if you prefer. Ingredients 1/4 cup dry sherry 1/4 cup low-sodium teriyaki sauce 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 1 […]

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Pork and Asparagus Stir-Fry 11

Sake, or rice wine, is fragrant and slightly sweet, a perfect addition to this simple spring stir-fry. You can also use dry sherry wine or a small splash of sherry vinegar. If using larger asparagus, cut lengthwise into slices. Ingredients 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce, divided 2 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided 2 teaspoons sake (rice […]

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Chicken and Rice Casserole 17

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped onion 2 garlic cloves, minced Vegetable cooking spray 1 (8-ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms 1 cup uncooked regular rice 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can reduced-sodium, reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 1 cup water 1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup […]

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French Onion and Apple Soup 20

Ingredients 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 15 cups sliced yellow onion (about 4 pounds) 3/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 Honeycrisp or Pink Lady apple, peeled, quartered, and cut into julienne strips 3 thyme sprigs 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup Madeira wine or dry sherry 6 cups lower-sodium beef broth 1/2 cup apple cider 1 tablespoon sherry […]

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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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Cantonese-Style Shrimp and Napa Cabbage 13

Serve this dish with a side of brown rice or soba noodles. Ingredients 1/3 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons medium dry sherry 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil 2 teaspoons peanut oil 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp 1 tablespoon […]

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Cantonese-Style Grilled Pork 11

Hoisin sauce gives this dish its salty-sweet aromatic flavor. Serve these succulent slices of pork with steamed Chinese buns, or sandwich them in a hot dog bun. Ingredients 1 pound boneless pork shoulder, trimmed 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 tablespoon Shaoxing (Chinese cooking wine) or dry […]