Around The World — Archive — outside the recipe box

Ratatouille

You don’t have to be an anthropomorphic Pixar rat to make this delicious stewed vegetable dish. Originating in the South of France, ratatouille is an easy way to add a healthy, flavorful side to a meal.

VegetablesMalinda LeeJuly 4, 2020French, Vegetarian, Healthy, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Garlic, Bell Pepper, Around The WorldComment

Greek Style Mushroom Stew

Otherwise known as manitaria yiahni, this Greek mushroom stew makes an easy, hearty, and flavorful vegetarian dinner…

VegetablesMalinda LeeSeptember 22, 2019Vegetarian, Mushrooms, Sugar Detox, Around The World, Greek, PescatarianComment

Filipino Adobo Chicken

Not to be confused with the Spanish adobo seasoning, Adobo Chicken is the national dish of the Phillipines and indigenous to that country…

ChickenMalinda LeeApril 13, 2019Chicken, Garlic, Filipino, Around The World

Chicken Coconut Soup

Hailing from Laos and Northern Thailand, this addictive chicken coconut soup is otherwise known as Tom Kha Gai…

Soups & SaladsMalinda LeeMarch 16, 2019Thai, Around The World, Mushrooms, Bell Pepper, Ginger, Garlic, Lemongrass, Chicken Stock, Chicken, Scallion, CilantroComment

Truffled Mushrooms

The classic Italian base for sauteed mushrooms is featured in this recipe: olive oil, garlic, and parsley. Sauteed in this trifecta of deliciousness, the mushrooms are called trifolati (truffled) …

VegetablesMalinda LeeMarch 10, 2019Italian, Around The World, Mushrooms, Garlic, Parsley, Vegetarian, PescatarianComment

Stir Fried Shrimp in Garlic Sauce

This spicy, savory recipe rivals any garlic sauce dish I’ve ever ordered for take-out. It’s also a flexible way to use up leftover vegetables…

SeafoodMalinda LeeMarch 9, 2019Chinese, Around The World, One Pan, Shrimp, Broccoli, Chicken Stock, Garlic, Ginger, 30 Minutes, PescatarianComment

Brazilian Feijoada

The national dish of Brazil, feijoada is a flavorful pork & bean stew with roots in Portguegese cozidos and traces of influence from Asian, West Indian, and African cuisine…

Beef & PorkMalinda LeeMarch 5, 2019Brazilian, Around The World, Crockpot, Pork, Bacon, Pork Shoulder, Short Ribs, Chicken Stock, Garlic, Ham Hock, OrangeComment

Agrodolce Porkchops

The Roman version of sweet & sour sauce (agrodolce) is made by reducing a combination of honey and vinegar (often red wine, but, in this case, balsamic)…

Beef & PorkMalinda LeeFebruary 24, 2019Around The World, Italian, Pork, Butter, RosemaryComment

Ground Beef Tacos

When it comes to ground beef tacos, this is, hands-down, the winning recipe in my book…

Beef & PorkMalinda LeeFebruary 17, 2019Around The World, Mexican, Ground Beef, Garlic, Beef StockComment

Korean Grilled Chicken

Marinated in gochujang, white miso paste, honey, and apple cider vinegar, this chicken has a sweet, savory, spiciness that never fails to hit the spot…

ChickenMalinda LeeFebruary 17, 2019Around The World, Korean, Chicken, 30 Minutes, Scallion, Miso PasteComment

Chicken Marsala

Chicken Marsala is one of my favorite meals to serve for a leisurely dinner with company, but it’s also a surprisingly easy meal to whip up for a random weeknight…

ChickenMalinda LeeFebruary 12, 2019Chicken, Chicken Stock, Mushrooms, Butter, Parsley, Italian, Around The WorldComment

Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo

This is my own gumbo recipe, combining a few favorite recipes into a simple version that still retains that signature gumbo richness…

Soups & SaladsMalinda LeeJanuary 24, 2019Cajun/Creole, Around The World, Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Bell Pepper, Garlic, Celery, Chicken StockComment

Jerk Tilapia with Lime & Garlic Butter

I like to balance the heat in this dish by serving it with baked sweet potatoes and/or, as pictured here, broiled pineapple…

SeafoodMalinda LeeJanuary 20, 2019Tilapia, Scallion, Habanero, Butter, Garlic, Lime, Parsley, Jerk Seasoning, Jamaican, Around The World, PescatarianComment

Thai Grilled Chicken with Sweet Chile Sauce

This flavor-packed gai yang (grilled chicken) dish is a specialty of Loas and northern Thailand…

ChickenMalinda LeeJanuary 12, 2019Around The World, Chicken, Cilantro, Garlic, ThaiComment

Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken

Leans more towards the sour than the sweet and ditches deep fried dough in favor of a light glaze…

ChickenMalinda LeeJanuary 5, 2019Around The World, Chinese, Chicken, One Pan, Tomatoes, Bell Pepper, Mushrooms, Garlic

Blackened Tilapia with Roasted Tomatoes and Asparagus

I’m convinced that blackened seasoning is magic. Nothing sugar-free and practically fat-free should taste so good. And yet!…

SeafoodMalinda LeeJanuary 4, 2019Cajun/Creole, One Pan, Sugar Detox, Pescatarian, Tilapia, Asparagus, Tomatoes, 30 Minutes, Around The World

Shrimp Creole

Although this recipe is on the easier, faster, healthier side of New Orleans fare, it still packs a spicy, mouth-watering punch…

SeafoodMalinda LeeJanuary 3, 2019Cajun/Creole, Around The World, Scallion, Sugar Detox, Shrimp, Pescatarian, Garlic, Celery, Bell Pepper, ButterComment

Grandma’s Big Pancakes (and "Schmada")

Although our family has always called these “big pancakes,” I suspect they might be a version of palatschinken (Austrian crepes)…

BreakfastMalinda LeeDecember 30, 2018Austrian, Around The World, Eggs, MilkComment

Catalan Braised Pork Loin with Dried Fruit

This Spanish pork loin is a beautiful, festive centerpiece dish, fit for a holiday feast…

Beef & PorkMalinda LeeDecember 30, 2018Garlic, Pearl Onions, Beef Stock, Rosemary, Spanish, Around The World, Dutch Oven, PorkComment

Lemon Chicken with Honey and Saffron

I love that I can throw this Spanish recipe in the fridge to marinate for a flexible 2-6 hours while running errands …

ChickenMalinda LeeDecember 30, 2018Chicken, Lemon, Spanish, Around The World, 30 Minutes, Dutch OvenComment