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Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce

Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce

I began to write this post in the middle of the week, and, of course, got distracted. I got distracted by making videos, testing recipes, and editing. Uploading a video took literally forever. It was definitely time for a simple lunch, and I had a read more

Chicken and Kimchi Pizza

Chicken and Kimchi Pizza

I am fully aware that this is not really traditional pizza, but I like calling it Chicken and Kimchi Pizza, so the name stays. This is easy, tasty, and savory… Oh, this pizza is so gorgeous, my friends! Is it possible to ask for more? read more

Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower

Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower

Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower

If you told me I will love this Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower, I would tell you you are crazy. I love raw cauliflower as well as fried but I never thought I would be into this one at all, but it is so good. You must try it!!!

Anyway, I finally get in the mood to write. Literally finishing one small paragraph and my babies whom I love very much, just had to come into my office.

One by one in the rotation and ask for something; food, paper, glue sticks, what game should they play and the list is endless.

There is no winning that war, I tell you. I just turn everything off and make something for them to eat, that would shut them up right away.

Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower

This is one of the side dishes or snacks as I like to call it, I made for my family this past week.

Not only that my family, to my surprise, like it, but each time I’ve used whole cauliflower and it was eaten. I was happy because it is a healthy snack, and it is full of flavor.

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Malaysian Satay Seasoning is mainly used for Satay, of course. For seasoned and diced or sliced chicken, lamb, beef, pork, fish, or tofu, skewered and grilled meat, served with a sauce.

You can most defiantly make your own. You can combin coriander, turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, lemongrass, some chili, etc. some salt and pepper, olive oil, lemon juice to give even more flavor and voila.

Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower

However, I thought how much flavor would give if I try it with cauliflower. I love cauliflower and my family, but I usually like it raw or fried. I, on the other hand, can eat it, however, it is made, and this one was a winner for sure.

The first look and I could tell it was something out of their comfort zone. However, when they tried it there were no complaints whatsoever. I jumped in my car soon after and bought three more cauliflower. It was that good! 

This video is pretty old, and I am just now updating a recipe and pictures. I will work on a new video in the upcoming weeks.

Steps

  • Trim off leaves and any brown spots, then separate cauliflower into smaller pieces and wash. Place in large mixing bowl. Pat dry with a paper towel as much as you can.

cauliflower prep

  • Add 1 teaspoon of Coarse salt and 1 tablespoon of Malaysian seasoning; mix, trying not to crumble cauliflower.
  • Add lemon juice and drizzle oil, then toss it to coat each piece.

cooked cauliflower

  • Transfer it into a Roasting pan, or baking pan lined with parchment paper/mat etc. Try to keep it in a single layer, meaning separate pieces so they have a little space in between.
  • Roast for about 20 minutes, then shake a sheet pan and roast for additional 20 to 30 minutes. This also depends on how you like your cauliflower and on your oven. Also, to mention, If you are using AIR FRYER time will drastically change. air fry for 15 minutes and see how you like it. If you like it crunchier then air fry a bit longer.

You might also like these recipes:

Meatless Meatballs with Cauliflower and Broccoli

Southern English Pea Salad

Grilled Spicy Corn Salad

If you decide to make Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower please let me know in the comments or share it with me on social media such as Instagram or Facebook; @sandraseasycooking with the same hashtag #sandraseasycooking.

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Yield: 4

Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower

Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower

Easy and Tasty Side dish: Malaysian Roasted Cauliflower

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Cauliflower medium size
  • 1 tsp. Coarse salt, or to taste
  • 1 tbsp. Malaysian Satay Seasoning; 1 teaspoon more for a stronger flavor
  • Juice from 1/2 Lemon
  • 1 tbsp. Olive Oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Trim off leaves and any brown spots, then separate cauliflower into smaller pieces and wash.
  3. Place in a large (mixing) bowl. Pat dry with a paper towel as much as you can.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon of Coarse salt and 1 tablespoon of Malaysian seasoning; mix, trying not to crumble the cauliflower.
  5. Add lemon juice and drizzle oil, then toss it to coat each piece.
  6. Transfer it into a Roasting pan, or baking pan lined with parchment paper/mat etc. Try to keep it in a single layer, meaning separate pieces so they have a little space in between.
  7. Roast for about 20 minutes, then shake a sheet pan and roast for additional 20 to 30 minutes. This also depends on how you like your cauliflower and on your oven. Also, to mention, If you are using AIR FRYER time will drastically change. air fry for 15 minutes and see how you like it. If you like it crunchier then air fry a bit longer.
  8. The taste is a little crunchy on the outside, and soft on the inside. If there is moisture, place it on the kitchen paper towel to absorb any extra moisture.

Notes

This could be served as a side dish. Pair it with rice, chicken or fish. You can make a soup with roasted cauliflower.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 202Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 906mgCarbohydrates: 20gNet Carbohydrates: 16gFiber: 4gSugar: 14gProtein: 8g

This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate, but we try our best.

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Green Tea Soft Pretzels Recipe

Green Tea Soft Pretzels Recipe

These amazingly tasty Green Tea Soft Pretzels made with fine matcha powder are perfect treat any time of the day. They might not look perfect, but they are very delicious. Even my darling husband started to laugh when I put them in front of him. read more

Korean Vegetable Pancakes

Korean Vegetable Pancakes

How different are Korean pancakes from regular American pancake? Well… Eggs, wheat flour, rice flour, green onions, and other additional ingredients (seafood/meat/veggies) depending on the variety, but that is a basic base. 

Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

Sweet and savory flavors are my favorite combo, therefore Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin are perfect for me.

I’m sure you’ll enjoy this dish if you’re anything like me. 

In fact, I think Sriracha and regular BBQ sauce make the food taste much better. When I made this for the first time my youngest one added ketchup and that’s why I made it for the first time with ketchup and sriracha but BBQ sauce was a hit.

Sometimes my kids act so bizarrely, but we all go through weird phases in life, so I’m not too worried.

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I ate them with handmade flatbread that had been lightly grilled, much like a sandwich, with some toppings like lettuce and cucumber.

Although it was extremely delicious, I prefer to serve it with rice and vegetables for a real lunch or dinner. Even Asian dumplings would be great with this dish.

Additionally, the level of spice may be changed to suit your tastes. I enjoy spicy food, but this didn’t seem as hot to me as I usually do.

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Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin 

I usually recommend adding less and tasting because some people can take spicy cuisine rather well and others not so much.

You must respect your own taste. These may absolutely be made with beef, turkey, or chicken.

Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

Of course, the flavor and cooking time will change significantly. I suppose the flavor will be really fantastic.

I know you guys would adore this lunch since it is absolutely finger-licking good. In fact, I received a lot of positive comments regarding this recipe, however, when I switched to the WordPress platform, though, many comments were not carried over here. Unfortunately, it is the case.

Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

If you decide to make Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin do not forget to tag me on social media.

You can find me on Instagram most of the time so use tag @sandraseasycooking with the same hashtag #sandraseasycooking. If you are private you can DM me a pic.

Happy Cooking!!!

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Yield: 4 SERVINGS

Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

Easy and tasty meal idea.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 8 Oz Tenderloins or any other cut,
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt to taste, per pork slice
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper, per slice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger, or minced ginger

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup BBQ SAUCE; honey BBQ sauce works the best
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha (or gochujang,
  • Korean red hot chili paste), please add enough to please your taste buds.
  • 1 teaspoon Soy sauce, or to taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon juice fresh
  • 1 drizzle of oil

Instructions

  1. Cut tenderloins into strips, or bite-size pieces. Sprinkle pinch or two of salt on each piece along with ground black pepper and ginger. If you are using fresh ginger just mince it and add to the pan with pork to cook. Preheat oil and cook pork for about 5 to 6 minutes on medium-high, trying to turn until it’s no longer pink, you can also place it on the grill or bake in the oven – just to remind you, cooking in the oven or on the grill might increase cooking time.
  2. While pork is cooking, in the mixing bowl, combine ingredients for the sauce.
  3. When the pork is done, take half of the oil out (optional) and pour the sauce in. *If you are baking or grilling pork, then combine and cook the sauce in the sauté pan, reduce heat to low, and add baked/grilled pork to the sauce with the addition of 1-2 tsp. Of oil. Or take out the meat, cook Sauce until bubbly, then put the meat back in.
  4. Stir and turn pork around several times, so it gets glazed on all sides.
  5. Let it cook for approximately 5 minutes at a lower temperature. When it gets thick and bubbly, it’s done.
  6. Serve it in the bun, over rice, with Asian dumplings such as potstickers.

Notes

  • You can bake it and glaze right after the pork is done. If you cannot handle spicy or overly spicy, reduce Sriracha. Add 1 tbsp. And see if it’s ok. Go with your taste!!!
  • Add sugar free BBQ sauce instead, and have less carbs.
  • For grilling option: Grill pork and make a sauce on the side. You can drop pork strips in the sauce or brush. You can use any cut, but the cooking time will depend on the size and type of the pork cut.
  • Chicken, beef or lamb could be used as an alternative, again cooking time will depend on the size and/or type. Internal temperature for pork should be 160°F (medium rare 145°F.) I like my pork well done, but it’s safe for eating even if it is 145° F. Internal temp. for chicken should be 165°F. Internal temp. for beef should be 160°F -for well done. You can also click on the link HERE, and see other meat types safe to eat internal temperatures.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 418Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 1095mgCarbohydrates: 22gNet Carbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 17gProtein: 20g

This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate, but we try our best.

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Spicy Gourmet Kimchi Ramyun

Spicy Gourmet Kimchi Ramyun

When I have tough days, so-called my 5 minutes dedicated purely to myself, I typically make Spicy Gourmet Kimchi Ramyun or Ramen. Oh, and if it is raining like these past two days, it became a must-have. Spicy makes me tingle, and relaxed and I read more

Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry – Japchae

Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry – Japchae

Let’s Talk About My Love… Noodles. If you haven’t tried sweet potato noodles—also known as glass noodles or dangmyeon—then my friend, you are seriously missing out! These slightly chewy noodles, paired with vibrant, crispy vegetables and tender meat, create a flavor bomb that’s hard to read more

Beef Yakisoba

Beef Yakisoba

Simple and easy recipe for delicious Beef Yakisoba

I am on the beef kick again because I terribly craving Beef Yakisoba.

To tell you the truth, I cannot eat much beef, it makes my stomach feel funny, but I try to limit and I eat less than portion size suggests.

So 12 Oz a week is plenty for me, and there is once a week chicken, seafood and, of course, we have at least once a week completely meatless day.

I think it just depends on a month or a season. Sometimes my body doesn’t accept greens and sometimes red meat.

Anyhow, when I say “WE” I mean that my family will only get salads, soups, hearty meatless stews, etc. For breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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Now, let’s talk about this delicious yakisoba.

You have NO freaking idea how much I love this. It is one of my absolute favorite dishes, but who am I kidding “noodles” and I go so well together.

Simple and easy recipe for delicious Beef Yakisoba

It is my guilty pleasure and I would even take it over anything fried, that’s how much I love it.

If I allow myself, I would literally eat yakisoba every single day and I don’t care if it’s with beef, pork, seafood, chicken or meatless.

And guess what, a couple of days ago I realized that my Hubster agrees with me too, and he rarely agrees with me HA! Just sayin’ :/

If you have never made it at home, now it’s the time to take that wok/pan out and whip this up because it’s so simple and easy that you will need literally 20 minutes to finish it.

Much cheaper if you make it at home. Additionally, you know what you are putting in as well.

You can make it lighter and use whatever meat/veggies you actually like. It has that sweetness and balance…mmm.

Simple and easy recipe for delicious Beef Yakisoba

Well, I just have to stop writing because I will have to make it right away. I made it with what I had available in my fridge without making a trip.

I pretty well stocked up pantry so noodles and many other ingredients are almost always available.

If you make my Beef Yakisoba, please tag me on Instagram. @sandraseasycooking using hashtag #sandraseasycoking. Thank you so much in advance!

Yield: Serves 2

Beef Yakisoba -Japanese Fried Noodles with Beef

Beef Yakisoba -Japanese Fried Noodles with Beef

A simple, easy and extremely delicious recipe for Beef Yakisoba. 

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 3 OZ Lean beef fillet-per person cut into bite-size strips
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger minced
  • 1/4 onion sliced
  • 2 cups Asian Blend Fresh Veggies -read notes
  • 1/2 Red Pepper or any available
  • 2 Scallions, chopped
  • 1 pack Yakisoba Noodles or Chinese egg noodles, cook and drain
  • 5-6 tablespoons Yakisoba Sauce * or to taste or seasoning that comes with yakisoba
  • Splash of water
  • Sesame seeds Red Hot Chili and Sesame Oil/sprinkle and drizzle on the end

Instructions

  1. Heat the wok/frying pan and add oil. Add thinly cut bite-size strips of beef in the pan. Cook for few minutes and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Take it out of the work and on the plate until ready to be used. WOK on AMAZON 
  2. Add remaining tablespoon of oil and drop in chopped veggies. Stir-fry at the medium-high temperature, don’t let it burn. Season it with a pinch of salt and pepper. Continue stirring until veggies are halfway done, then add meat, stir again until well combined!
  3. Add cooked and well-drained noodles, stir with beef and vegetables for a few minutes.
  4. Add Yakisoba sauce or seasoning until you reach your desired taste, Add just a splash of water like few tbs. Stir it very well again for a few minutes or until noodles are well coded with the sauce and other ingredients.
  5. Serve immediately -leftovers could be placed in the airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. Preheat and eat again!

Notes

Asian Blend -Chopped Veggie Bag contains Green Cabbage, carrots, red cabbage, broccoli shreds, pea pods, and kale.

You can get many other blends so pick what you like. This was my shortcut so I could save time, but you can get whatever veggies that you like and cut them yourself! But these pre-cut ones are pretty inexpensive and come in many variations.

You may use any meat/poultry/seafood or keep it meatless. It’s up to your preferences! I used Black sesame seeds for extra crunch -it’s optional!

I cook meat and veggies separately, you can most certainly cook it together. I add garlic to flavor the oil first, the addition of ginger on a lower temp until oil gets infused (10-15 Sec) then I finally add onion and the rest of the vegetables.

However, If you are going to cut vegetables yourself, the carrot needs more time to cook so if it’s chunky cut, add carrots to cook first. You can replace MEAT w/ TOFU!

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Black Bean Noodles -Jjajangmyeon

Black Bean Noodles -Jjajangmyeon

The food has been my family, friend, and long life companion, so food does make me happy, especially bowlful of these happy noodles covered with Korean black bean sauce.