tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post441750722153340754..comments2024-03-08T06:00:44.143-05:00Comments on Playing with Flour: Ground chicken in hoisin sauce, two waysMonicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-67723748652652002642014-10-02T21:00:40.973-04:002014-10-02T21:00:40.973-04:00Ah...Wendy! "Redecorated" is the perfec...Ah...Wendy! "Redecorated" is the perfect way to put it. This space is such a cozy place for me to go to and it really needed some light touches. I didn't know know how to begin to do that (still don't have much of a clue, to be honest) but I think this works for me for now. :)<br /><br />Thank you for all the kind words. You always make me blush in the sweetest possible way. I am always taking out my amateur-badge because I don't want anyone mistaking me for anything but! Honestly...I'm afraid I make myself sound more knowledgeable than I am! : ) Glad you like the stir fry and spring rolls. I'm glad your daughter is so well versed in the kitchen. There is a lot of work involved with being a vegetarian and eating well, I think. Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-62044015354498442662014-10-02T20:55:29.810-04:002014-10-02T20:55:29.810-04:00Jo - you noticed!! You're the first and I'...Jo - you noticed!! You're the first and I'm so glad you like it. The blog was in sore need of some blush and lipgloss, I think. ; ) It only took me 3 years or so... Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-50079751373387512792014-10-02T19:36:53.117-04:002014-10-02T19:36:53.117-04:00You redecorated, Monica! How pretty! I love the de...You redecorated, Monica! How pretty! I love the delicate colors and the Asian inspired floral prints on the banner flags! When you call this blog "recreational" you are only referring to your attitude of having fun with it. The new look, the photos, your recipes all say "professional"! :) Stir-fries of many kinds are our go-to quick meal (as well as occasionally more elaborate planned meals). Ground chicken is a staple at our house and though its not "authentic", its quick and easy and what I have on hand most of the time. My daughter's stir fries are more complicated because they involve lots of veggie chopping (she is vegetarian) and specially purchased gluten free sauces. Thankfully, there are more and more gf Asian sauces readily available. I am very intrigued by the Spring Rolls because the ingredients on the wrappers appear to be gluten free! This will be my next Monica Inspired Culinary Adventure! p.s. No one will believe this is the first time you made those rolls. They are beautiful!Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05577199796409297591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-5976075636883508922014-10-02T16:40:32.571-04:002014-10-02T16:40:32.571-04:00Wow Monica, just seen your new look blog!! I am lo...Wow Monica, just seen your new look blog!! I am loving it - so chic!! xJo@thecontentedbakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05827345979507898901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-81423063383013695132014-10-01T21:41:58.302-04:002014-10-01T21:41:58.302-04:00Yes, it always seemed daunting and such a project ...Yes, it always seemed daunting and such a project to get all the little add-ins ready to make the spring rolls. They really are not bad to work with. Just barely wet them, remembering they continue to soften, and off you go! Using some leftovers to put inside is a good, shortcut way to start. : ) Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-19849912898563872832014-10-01T17:08:44.592-04:002014-10-01T17:08:44.592-04:00Love this post Monica! I have always wanted to mak...Love this post Monica! I have always wanted to make those lovely spring rolls but have been a bit daunted by how delicate they are. Thank you for such great tips. Hoisin is a favourite in our house :-)Jo@thecontentedbakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05827345979507898901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-41853857888040937712014-09-30T06:49:22.544-04:002014-09-30T06:49:22.544-04:00Thanks, Marcela! : )Thanks, Marcela! : )Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-17776245615531114762014-09-30T06:49:13.801-04:002014-09-30T06:49:13.801-04:00No kidding! 3 bottles is very impressive! I'...No kidding! 3 bottles is very impressive! I'm glad I'm not alone on the spring rolls...turns out, it is pretty easy and if you have leftovers you can "stuff" them with, it's not nearly as big a project as it seems. And believe me, I think food is much better at your place!!Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-64478167660482539302014-09-30T05:04:56.759-04:002014-09-30T05:04:56.759-04:00oh.... i love both! Now I have a problem in choosi...oh.... i love both! Now I have a problem in choosing between two of them! They both look delicious!Marcelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03897056388941689521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-39778080054169861642014-09-29T20:48:48.888-04:002014-09-29T20:48:48.888-04:00Gah Monica! I have 3 bottles of Hoisin in my pant...Gah Monica! I have 3 bottles of Hoisin in my pantry. Stir frys are the absolute best for quick, weeknight dinners - so I always keep this staple on hand. I am super impressed you did spring rolls. I have *always* wanted to try them, but they look so daunting! I want to come eat at your house! :-)Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04973745782634177143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-87002614072560358922014-09-29T13:04:25.187-04:002014-09-29T13:04:25.187-04:00Thank you, Nami. The sweetness of hoisin is defin...Thank you, Nami. The sweetness of hoisin is definitely a bit addicting! I never thought about it as a kid but now I try not to use too much, too often since it does have a lot of sugar. I need to save room for dessert, you know? ; )Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-32712358378628216952014-09-29T02:07:41.078-04:002014-09-29T02:07:41.078-04:00This looks delicious - by looking both dishes, it&...This looks delicious - by looking both dishes, it's hard to pick, but most likely I'd do the same... spring roll the next day! :D Love hoisin sauce! That sweetness is kind of addicting. :)Nami | Just One Cookbookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17104033889937635168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-81616123509047762162014-09-28T22:52:42.105-04:002014-09-28T22:52:42.105-04:00I don't use hoisin all that much either but I ...I don't use hoisin all that much either but I loved it (on those rice noodles) so much as a kid. Given all the sweetness, it's not for everyday but it packs a nice flavor for the spring rolls and such. The Korean feast you made sounds amazing. It truly is crazy how much work can go into a meal and how quickly it can all be devoured. I guess that keeps us busy. ; ) Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-50957560352949200292014-09-28T22:51:27.503-04:002014-09-28T22:51:27.503-04:00Yes, it really does. I love the grated garlic and...Yes, it really does. I love the grated garlic and ginger, too. Adds a lot of flavor. Do try the spring rolls...easy and tasty! :)Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-77009492684018946192014-09-28T22:50:49.931-04:002014-09-28T22:50:49.931-04:00Thanks, Tricia. It's nice when one thing lead...Thanks, Tricia. It's nice when one thing leads to something else...it worked out pretty well!Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-13050898915546668772014-09-28T22:50:10.716-04:002014-09-28T22:50:10.716-04:00haha - hunger-inducing is good! I love basic Asia...haha - hunger-inducing is good! I love basic Asian stir-fries; those pantry items pack so much flavor so quickly. The spring rolls were surprisingly easy and good. : )Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-21228685610466311282014-09-28T22:49:12.986-04:002014-09-28T22:49:12.986-04:00That's the beauty of having a recreational foo...That's the beauty of having a recreational food blog - we can post whatever we want/when we want. : ) And what I want is your prawn stir-fry! It sounds wonderful!Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-75876281021097549552014-09-28T09:05:01.916-04:002014-09-28T09:05:01.916-04:00I am all about quick and easy and during the busy ...I am all about quick and easy and during the busy week. We eat alot of Asian stirfries as well. I don't use hoisin sauce so very much but that sure does make things easy with few ingredients needed. Love your idea for leftover ideas. Tonight I made Korean, not so very quick and easy as it always requires so many little dishes and lots of prep/marinating and all that work and they boys had it demolished in less than 5 minutes. Really... Wishing you a super weekend. Bam's Kitchenhttp://bamskitchen.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-7043720101942841852014-09-27T20:35:39.459-04:002014-09-27T20:35:39.459-04:00The stir fry looks like a wonderful weeknight dinn...The stir fry looks like a wonderful weeknight dinner and I bet the ground chicken really soaks up the flavor well. I never think to use ground meat for a stir fry. The spring rolls look gorgeous. I've wanted to make them for a long time, but haven't gotten around to it yet.Christin@SpicySouthernKitchenhttp://www.spicysouthernkitchen.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-75275580905016347352014-09-27T18:16:23.863-04:002014-09-27T18:16:23.863-04:00Great recipes Monica - I love getting two meals fr...Great recipes Monica - I love getting two meals from one batch - leftovers are our friends. I've always wanted to make spring rolls too - love them! Have a wonderful week.Tricia Buicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01505658467969665618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-56238669722797603102014-09-27T16:23:03.489-04:002014-09-27T16:23:03.489-04:00I should not read food blogs before dinner! haha y...I should not read food blogs before dinner! haha you are making me so so hungry right now! I love making stir-fries during the week. This looks delicious - as do those spring rolls!Ashleyhttp://www.cookiemonstercooking.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-31838017965902092322014-09-27T08:14:13.115-04:002014-09-27T08:14:13.115-04:00He he Monica... we seem to be liking and cooking s...He he Monica... we seem to be liking and cooking similar things. I made a prawn hoisin stir-fry a couple of days back and was contemplating whether to post it. Like you, stir-frys make my life easier all the time and an Asian pantry is the best way to achieve it. Both your dishes look and sound incredibly good. Why have I never thought of adding Hoisin to chicken mince! Lovely recipes...I'd love to make both of them soon.Sugar et al.http://www.sugaretal.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-42364921487573048192014-09-26T23:23:04.837-04:002014-09-26T23:23:04.837-04:00haha - thank you so much!haha - thank you so much!Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-85607271293465795982014-09-26T23:22:41.200-04:002014-09-26T23:22:41.200-04:00I love that thin, chewy texture, too! I won't...I love that thin, chewy texture, too! I won't be so shy about those spring roll wrappers going forward. Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07439320856223502707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6628445235517647413.post-88451977145685668352014-09-26T16:06:23.547-04:002014-09-26T16:06:23.547-04:00Damn delicious recipe!!!
my Asian tastebuds gonna ...Damn delicious recipe!!!<br />my Asian tastebuds gonna be dancing with it....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com