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“Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week – Tofu and Edamame Stir-Fry with Thai Coconut Sauce

July 27, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in Meatless Monday | Leave a comment
Tags: Cashews, Coconut milk, Cooking, CooksRecipes, Curry Powder, Extra Firm Tofu, Fish sauce, Food, Frozen Edamame, Garlic, Ginger, Meatless Monday, Quick Cooking Rice, recipes, Salt, Sugar, Thai Red Curry Paste, Tofu and Edamame Stir-Fry with Thai Coconut Sauce, Vegetable Oil

This week’s “Meatless Monday” Recipe of the Week is Tofu and Edamame Stir-Fry with Thai Coconut Sauce. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Extra Firm Tofu, Quick Cooking Rice, Vegetable Oil, Quick Cooking Rice, Vegetable Oil, Ginger, Garlic, Frozen Edamame, Curry Powder, Thai Red Curry Paste, Cashews, Coconut Milk, Fish Sauce, Sugar, and Salt. The recipe is from the CooksRecipes website. At the Cooks site you’ll find a huge selection of recipes to please all Tastes, Diets, or Cuisines so be sure to check it out today for any of your recipe needs! Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Tofu and Edamame Stir-Fry with Thai Coconut Sauce
Recipe Ingredients:

1 (14-ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained
2 cups quick cooking rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16-ounce) bag frozen edamame, shelled
1 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon Thai red curry paste
1/3 cup cashews
1 cup canned coconut milk
4 teaspoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Cooking Directions:
1 – Set tofu on a plate and cover with a paper towel. Set another plate on top and let stand briefly to extract excess water.
2 – Transfer tofu to a cutting board and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
3 – Meanwhile, cook the rice according to package directions.
4 – Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over high heat. Add the tofu and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden, about 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer tofu to a plate and reserve.
5 – Return the skillet to the heat and add the remaining oil. Stir in the ginger and garlic; cook 30 seconds.
6 – Add the edamame, stir fry and cook 5 minutes.
7 – Add the curry powder and curry paste; cook 1 minute, stirring.
8 – Add the tofu and cashews and cook 1 minute until hot.
9 – Stir in the coconut milk, fish sauce, sugar, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
10 – Serve over the rice.
Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/4 of recipe): Calories: 529; Total Fat: 33g; Saturated Fat: 14g; Total Carbs: 59g; Fiber: 5g; Protein: 19g.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/mless/tofu_and_edamame_stir-fry_with_thai_coconut_sauce_recipe.html

Shrimp Spring Rolls with Tangy Citrus Sauce

July 7, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management | 1 Comment
Tags: Cilantro, Cooking, Cucumber, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Duck Sauce, Food, Ginger, Green Onions, Orange juice, recipes, Rice Sticks, Shrimp Spring Rolls with Tangy Citrus Sauce, Small Shrimp, Spring Roll Skins

For a 2nd Diabetic Dish I have a recipe for Shrimp Spring Rolls with Tangy Citrus Sauce. You’ll be using Spring Roll Skins, Water, Rice Sticks, Cucumber, Small Shrimp, Green Onions, Cilantro, Duck Sauce, Ginger, and fresh Orange Juice. This recipe is also from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Shrimp Spring Rolls with Tangy Citrus Sauce

Ingredients
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes.

4 eight-inch circular spring roll skins
Warm water
2 ounces rice sticks
1 small (6-inch) cucumber
8 small shrimp (50- to 60-per-pound size), cooked and peeled
2 green onions
Handful of fresh cilantro sprigs
1/4 cup prepared duck sauce
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon unsweetened or fresh orange juice

Directions
Yield: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 shrimp roll with about 1 tablespoon sauce

Dipping sauce:

1 – In a large pie pan or shallow casserole dish, place 1 spring roll skin so it lies flat. Pour in enough warm water to cover the skin by at least 1/2 inch. Allow it to soften about 2 minutes. Carefully transfer the skin, allowing excess water to drip off, to a serving plate. Repeat with each skin.

2 – Fill a 2-quart saucepan three-quarters full of water, place over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Add the rice sticks and cook approximately 3–5 minutes until softened. Drain well and allow to cool. Peel cucumber and cut off 1/2 inch from each end. Cut cucumber in half horizontally. Cut each half lengthwise into strips, about 1/2 inch thick; you will need 16 cucumber strips total for the rolls. (Store any extra cucumber in refrigerator if desired or discard.) Cut each shrimp in half, lengthwise, and set aside. Remove root end from green onions with a sharp knife. Cut a 4-inch segment from the white part of each onion, and split in half lengthwise. Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and mix with a fork or small whisk.

3 – To make the spring rolls, start by placing approximately 1/4 cup drained rice sticks in a column in the center of each skin. Place 2 pieces of cut cucumber on either side of the rice sticks (4 pieces total per skin). Top rice sticks with 4 halves of shrimp, equally spaced, and top with half an onion segment and 2 sprigs of fresh cilantro. Beginning at one edge, parallel to the column of filling, fold the skin over the column. Fold the top and bottom of the skin toward the middle to enclose the filling. Roll from the center toward the final edge of the skin, using your fingers to center the filling as you roll. Serve immediately at room temperature, or chill if desired. Serve with dipping sauce.

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 99 calories, Carbohydrates: 15 g, Protein: 3 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 18 mg, Sodium: 37 mg, Fiber: 1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/snacks-appetizers/shrimp-spring-rolls-with-tangy-citrus-sauce/

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Diabetic Dish of the Week – Tasty Teriyaki Chicken

June 23, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a comment
Tags: Apple Cider Vinegar, baking, chicken breasts, Cooking, CooksRecipes, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Food, Ginger, Grilling, recipes, Soy sauce, Splenda Sweetner, Tasty Teriyaki Chicken

This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week is – Tasty Teriyaki Chicken. Splenda Sweetener replaces the Sugar in the Recipe. To make this week’s recipe you’ll need Cornstartch, Cold Water, Splenda, Soy Sauce, Cider Vinegar, Garlic, Ground Ginger, Ground Black Pepper, and Boneless Chicken Breasts Halves. The Dish is only 140 calories and 3 carbs per serving.The recipe is from the CooksRecipes website. At the Cooks site you’ll find a huge selection of recipes to please all Tastes, Diets, or Cuisines so be sure to check it out today for any of your recipe needs! Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Tasty Teriyaki Chicken
A much requested reduced calorie chicken recipe, that’s easy to double for a large group.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1/2 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Cooking Directions:

1 – In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the cornstarch, cold water, Splenda® Granulated Sweetener, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger and ground black pepper. Let simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens and bubbles.
2 – Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
3 – Place chicken pieces in a lightly greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Brush chicken with the sauce. Turn pieces over, and brush again.
4 – Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Turn pieces over, and bake for another 30 minutes, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Brush with sauce every 10 minutes during cooking.
Makes 12 servings.

http://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/tasty_teriyaki_chicken_recipe.html

Jennie – O Turkey Recipe of the Week -Turkey Burger Spring Roll

February 7, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: Bao Buns, Cooking, Food, Ginger, Green Onion, Hoisin sauce, Jennie - O Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast, Jennie - O Turkey Recipe of the Week, Oyster Sauce, recipes, Rice Wrappers, Sesame Seeds, Switch, Turkey Burger Spring Roll

This week’s Jennie – O Turkey Recipe of the Week is a Turkey Burger Spring Roll. Made using JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast, Green Onion, Oyster Sauce, Ginger, Rice Wrappers, Bao Buns, Hoisin Sauce, and Sesame Seeds. It’s a Ground Turkey Spring Roll served on Bao Bun along with a Cucumber Salad (recipe included). You can find this recipe along with all the other Delicious and Healthy Recipes at the Jennie – O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2020! https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey Burger Spring Roll
Featuring a homemade ground-turkey-filled spring roll on a bao bun, this nontraditional take on the turkey burger comes from chef Chris Cheung—award-winning restaurateur from New York City’s Chinatown and chef/owner of East Wind Snack Shop in Soho.

INGREDIENTS
½ (16-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Ground Turkey Breast
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1½ teaspoons chopped ginger
salt and pepper, if desired
4 rice wrappers
vegetable oil for frying
4 bao, split and toasted
hoisin sauce
cucumber salad (recipe follows)
sesame seeds

DIRECTIONS
1) In bowl, combine ground turkey, green onion, oyster sauce, ginger and salt and pepper, if desired.
2) Fill large bowl with warm water. Dip 1 wrapper into the water for 10 seconds to soften. Lay wrapper flat. Place ¼ turkey mixture in center of each wrapper. Tightly roll the wrapper, beginning at one end. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
3) Heat oil in large saucepan to 350°F. Fry spring rolls 2 to 3 minutes. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Remove from oil and place on rack to drain.
4) Slice each spring roll. Place in bao. Top with hoisin sauce, cucumber salad and sesame seeds, if desired.
5) Cucumber salad: In bowl, combine 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber, ¼ cup julienned carrot and 1 tablespoon julienned red bell pepper. Toss with 2 tablespoon rice vinegar.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 200
Protein 18g
Carbohydrates 29g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 4g
Fat 2g
Cholesterol 30mg
Sodium 370mg
Saturated Fat 0g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/1310-turkey-burger-spring-roll

Vietnamese Pork Rolls SATURDAY

April 27, 2019 at 6:01 AM | Posted in CooksRecipes | Leave a comment
Tags: Boston Lettuce, Cooking, CooksRecipes, Fish sauce, Food, Ginger, Pork Cutlet, recipes, Vietnamese Pork Rolls

I came across a recipe for Vietnamese Pork Rolls. I checked out several versions of it and I’m passing along the one from the CooksRecipes website. You’ll be using Pork Cutlets to make the dish. As I said you can find this recipe at the CooksRecipes website which has a huge selection of recipes to please all tastes, diets, and cuisines so check it out today! Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One! https://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

Vietnamese Pork Rolls

Vietnamese Pork RollsThese rolls are special, yet not hard to make. A simply dressed green salad with cucumber or radish would be a perfect accompaniment. Cut them on the diagonal or cut the lettuce leaves into thirds and roll up smaller, hors d’oeuvre-size pieces.

Recipe Ingredients:
Dressing:
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
Pinch red pepper flakes

Pork:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound pork cutlets
1 (1/2 pound) head Napa cabbage, shredded (3 cups)
1 small red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
8 large Boston lettuce leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Cooking Directions:
1 – For the dressing: Whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
2 – For the pork: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season pork with salt and pepper and sauté until lightly browned, 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and slice into thin strips. Toss with 1 tablespoon of the dressing.
3 – Combine cabbage, bell pepper, and remaining dressing in a large bowl. Lay lettuce leaves on a clean, dry work surface. Divide pork among leaves. Top with cabbage mixture and roll tightly, tucking edges in as you go. Place rolls, seam side down, on a cutting board, cut in half, and serve.
Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/4 of recipe): 220 calories, 10 g fat, 2.5 g saturated fat, 26 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate, 2 g dietary fiber, 490 mg sodium.
https://www.cooksrecipes.com/diabetic/vietnamese_pork_rolls_recipe.html

Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe – Spicy Apricot Glazed Chicken

February 17, 2019 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Diabetes Self Management, Sunday's Chicken Dinner | Leave a comment
Tags: apricot spread, Baking, Chicken Breast, Cooking, Diabetes Self Management, Food, Ginger, recipes, Spicy Apricot Glazed Chicken, Sunday's Chicken Dinner, Vinegar

This week’s Sunday’s Chicken Dinner Recipe – Spicy Apricot Glazed Chicken. Just the name gets the mouth watering! Chicken Breasts topped with a mixture of ginger, apricot spread, vinegar, pepper flakes, and olive oil and then baked. The dish is only 215 calories and 15 net carbs. You can find this recipe at the Diabetes Self Management website which has a fantastic selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes to please all! So Enjoy and Make 2019 a Healthy One! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/

Spicy Apricot Glazed Chicken

Preparation time: 5 minutes. Cooking time: 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
2 four-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons Smuckers Simply Fruit Apricot Spreadable Fruit
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
Black pepper

Directions
* Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a small baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Place the chicken breasts on the sheet. Combine the ginger, apricot spread, vinegar, pepper flakes, and olive oil in a small bowl with a fork or small whisk. Using a pastry brush or small spoon, spread the mixture evenly on the tops of the chicken breasts. Place in the oven, and bake for approximately 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Sprinkle with black pepper before serving.

Yield: 2 servings. Serving size: 1 breast.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 215 calories, Carbohydrates: 19 g, Protein: 19 g, Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 45 mg, Sodium: 493 mg, Fiber: 4 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/spicy-apricot-glazed-chicken/

Diabetic Recipes: Our Best Spring Desserts

April 1, 2018 at 5:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, Diabetic Living On Line | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking, cakes, Chocolate, Cookies, Cooking, dessert, Diabetes, Diabetic Living Online, Food, Ginger, lime, Pies, recipes, Spring Desserts

From the Diabetic Living Online website its – Diabetic Recipes: Our Best Spring Desserts. Start the Spring off right with these Diabetic Recipes: Our Best Spring Desserts. Delicious Dessert recipes like; Silky Chocolate Pie, Berry-Ginger Shortcakes, and No-Bake Lime Pie. Find these recipes and more at the Diabetic Living Online website. Enjoy and Eat Heathy in 2018! http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/

Diabetic Recipes: Our Best Spring Desserts
Brush off the winter blues with refreshing spring desserts that fit into your diabetic diet. Enjoy fresh flavors of the season featuring lemon, strawberry, lime, blueberries, raspberries, and more in dessert favorites from creamy custards to luscious cheesecakes.

Silky Chocolate Pie
The secret to this velvety smooth chocolate lovers’ pie is fat-free yogurt. Using plain fat-free Greek-style yogurt, which is commonly found in most grocery stores, will also save you preparation time…….

Berry-Ginger Shortcakes
Boasting a medley of sweet berries, whipped topping, and cakey biscuits, this diabetic dessert doesn’t skimp on taste or satisfaction…….

No-Bake Lime Pie
A simple graham cracker crust and easy-prep citrus filling keep you away from the oven so you can get back to the things you love about spring……..

* Click the link below to get all the – Diabetic Recipes: Our Best Spring Desserts
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/food-to-eat/diabetic-recipes-our-best-spring-desserts

It’s Nuts I tell you………..DARK CHOCOLATE COVERED GINGER

March 14, 2018 at 5:02 AM | Posted in nuts, NUTS COM | 2 Comments
Tags: Baking, Cooking, Dark Chocolate, DARK CHOCOLATE COVERED GINGER, Food, Ginger, Grilling, Nuts, NUTS COM, recipes, Snacks

This week from the nuts.com website (https://nuts.com/) its DARK CHOCOLATE COVERED GINGER! I have never heard of this snack before and can’t wait to try it! This is just one of so many healthy and delicious items that you can choose from at the Nus site. You can choose from items like; NUTS, DRIED FRUIT, CHOCOLATES and SWEETS, SNACKS, COFFEE and TEA, COOKING and BAKING, and GIFTS. Plus there’s FREE shipping on orders over $59, see for details. Now more on the DARK CHOCOLATE COVERED GINGER. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2018! https://nuts.com/

DARK CHOCOLATE COVERED GINGER
Our dark chocolate covered ginger just might be one of the best ways to enjoy ginger. Pure diced ginger pieces are drenched in smooth dark chocolate. The ginger is sweet with a signature kick of spice. The dark chocolate ties everything together for an indulgent treat.

Ingredients
Semisweet chocolate {(sugar, chocolate liquor, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (emulsifier), vanillin (artificial flavor) ), gum arabic, confectioner’s glaze}, crystallized ginger, sugar. Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products.

Approximately 150 pieces per pound.

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 40g (~1.4 oz.)

Amount per serving
Calories 180
Calories from Fat 90
%DV
Total Fat 10g 0%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Total Carbohydrate 19g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2g 10%
Sugars 22g
Protein 1g
Calcium 2%
Iron 10%
* Storage
Store at room temperature for up to 1 year.
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Turkey and Vegetable Stir Fry

January 26, 2018 at 5:57 AM | Posted in Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products | Leave a comment
Tags: carrots, Cooking, Food, Ginger, Jennie - O Extra Lean Turkey Breast Cutlets, Pea Pods, recipes, Soy sauce, Spices, Switch, Turkey and Vegetable Stir Fry

For a second Jennie – O Turkey recipe I’m passing alonga recipe for Turkey and Vegetable Stir Fry. Made using JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Turkey Breast Cutlets along with carrots, pea pods and fresh grated ginger. Stir Fry made healthier by Jennie – O! You can find this recipe at the Jennie – O Turkey website. Enjoy and Make the SWITCH in 2018! https://www.jennieo.com/

Turkey and Vegetable Stir Fry
Crunchy carrots, pea pods and fresh grated ginger join turkey breast cutlets and toasted sesame seeds in this low fat, carb conscious recipe. Under 300 calories per serving!

INGREDIENTS
½ (17.6-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Extra Lean Turkey Breast Cutlets
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon grated ginger
1 small red onion, cut into wedges
1 medium carrot, sliced diagonally
2 tablespoons chicken broth
1 cup sugar snap peas or pea pods
1 tablespoon HOUSE OF TSANG® less sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
carrot and green onion curls, if desired

DIRECTIONS
1) Cook cutlets as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. In skillet, over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add garlic and ginger; stir-fry 1 minute or until fragrant. Add red onion and sliced carrot; stir-fry 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth and cover skillet; steam 2 minutes.
2) Add sugar snap peas and soy sauce. Stir-fry 2 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Serve turkey cutlets with stir-fried vegetables. Garnish with carrot and green onion curls, if desired.
* Always cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

RECIPE NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING

Calories 250
Protein 32g
Carbohydrates 12g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 5g
Fat 8g
Cholesterol 55mg
Sodium 430mg
Saturated Fat 1.5g
https://www.jennieo.com/recipes/201-turkey-and-vegetable-stir-fry

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

January 19, 2018 at 6:21 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | Leave a comment
Tags: Baking, Cooking, Cooking Tips, Food, Ginger, Grilling, Kitchen Hints, recipes, Spices

Ginger……

You can keep raw ginger in a sealed plastic bag in your freezer, and it will last pretty much forever. Plus no need to defrost it before you grate it into your dishes.