Thinking about my favorite PF Chang’s Kung Pao Scallops that are no longer on the menu. I attempted a homemade version using South Carolina scallops and Kung Pao sauce, achieving decent results but not replicating the restaurant’s quality.
Category: Dinner
Shrimp, Greens and Grits (Reboot Weekday Version) with Anchovy Cream
Thinking again about a meal we had at Belford’s in Savannah, GA, I’m sharing a simplified, quick version of the Shrimp, Greens, and Grits dish. The recipe features a quick Anchovy Cream sauce, aiming for a lighter, quick-to-prepare meal.
Easy Copycat Filet ‘O Fish Sandwich
This is a quick version of a McDonald’s Filet ‘O Fish sandwich and fries using frozen ingredients cooked in an air fryer. A customized tartar sauce adds flavor, catering to nostalgia for the wife, despite our fast food avoidance.
Easy Shrimp Salad Sandwich
A birthday party for my wife, featuring shrimp cocktail that was mostly frozen on arrival. After contemplating various uses for the leftover shrimp, I opted for a shrimp salad sandwich recipe paired with fries.
Carolina Red Snapper, Sea Island Red Peas, Charred Lunchbox Peppers, Fennel, Herb Pistou and Pea Shoots
This recipe was inspired by a Mr. Crisp dish. I substituted tilefish with local red snapper and used Sea Island Red Peas instead of White Acres. My version includes herb pistou, fennel, carrot and charred peppers.
Easy Air Fried Salmon with Caesar Salad
This recipe emphasizes shortcuts for a quick yet delicious Caesar salad featuring air-fried salmon. Utilizing store-bought ingredients and simplifying the dressing, it focuses on key elements like crisp greens and quality dressing. The suggested preparation saves time while maintaining flavor.
Air Fried, Duck Fat Skinny Fries with Truffle Sea Salt
Here is my journey of making non-fried versions of fries, evolving from baking to using an air fryer. The recipe for skinny fries with duck fat and truffle sea salt as well as an optional spicy ketchup.
Slow-cooker Pulled Pork, Air Fried Okra, Jalapeno Pimento Cheese Grits, Chimichurri
Here is a Southern-inspired recipe featuring pulled pork, fried okra, and pimento cheese grits. It highlights the enjoyment of trying new cooking methods, such as air-frying okra.
Carolina Swordfish, Charred Yellow Cauliflower, Corn and Zucchini with Lemon Scented Marcona Almonds and Corn Soubise
This is a copycat recipe from a swordfish dish from Topsoil Kitchen + Market. This dish includes SC swordfish, corn soubise, charred vegetables, and lemon-scented Marcona almonds.
Nobu Style Miso-marinated Salmon, Steamed Super Greens and Seasoned Carolina Gold Rice
I’ve never dined at Nobu but at least I have this copycat recipe for its renowned Miso Salmon, alongside seasoned rice. Included are detailed preparation instructions for both dishes, emphasizing the importance of marination and proper cooking techniques.
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