Tag: sesame seeds

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Steamed Pork Buns 4

The Chinese make these steamed dumplings from yeast dough as part of a collection of steamed and fried delicacies known as dim sum. Here, the dough surrounds the filling, then gets pinched and twisted to form a pouch. Make the filling while the dough rises, and make the dipping sauce while the filling marinates. The […]

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Slow Cooker Ramen Bowls

Any ramen lover will tell you–it’s all about the broth. We build layers of rich umami flavor with the help of mushroom stems, fresh ginger, kombu (a type of edible kelp), sesame oil, and, of course, low and slow heat. Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 (2-pound) boneless pork shoulder roast 2 onions, peeled and […]

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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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Sesame Tuna with Spicy Slaw

Sriracha chile sauce can be found in the ethnic foods aisle in large supermarkets or in Asian groceries. If you can’t find Sriracha, substitute half the amount of Tabasco or other hot sauce. There isn’t a good substitute for the one-of-a-kind flavor of fish sauce, though many cooks will use soy sauce in a pinch. […]

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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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Crispy Skin Salmon with Fiery Asian Slaw

Be sure to purchase skin-on salmon fillets for the best flavor and texture. Ingredients 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Cooking spray 1/4 cup fresh orange juice 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons Sriracha (hot chile sauce) 1 teaspoon bottled ground […]

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Salmon with Spinach Salad and Miso Vinaigrette

Sustainable Choice: Wild Alaskan salmon is a sure sustainable choice. Avoid farmed salmon. The gingery vinaigrette is also delicious with a steak salad. Ingredients 8 teaspoons canola oil, divided 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets (about 1 inch thick) 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon white miso (soybean paste) 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 2 teaspoons minced […]

Grilled Chicken and Soba Noodles with Miso Vinaigrette

Ingredients 3 ounces uncooked soba noodles 1/2 cup shredded carrot 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 tablespoon white/yellow miso (soybean paste) 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lower-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil 1 1/2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger 1 teaspoon honey 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage 1/2 cup diagonally […]

Honey-Sesame Chicken Cutlets

Ingredients 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1/4 cup honey 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons ketchup 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/2 lb. total), trimmed and pounded to 1/2-inch thickness Salt 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped […]