Homemade Meals

I've tried several muhammara dips throughout the years, and this is probably my favorite. If you are looking for healthy and delicious dip, give it a try! You can eat it with your choice of vegetables (I prefer carrots) or spread it on a sourdough toast. It is vegan and gluten free. The recipe is from the Fiber diet cookbook Ingredients  (for 2 cups) : 6 large bell peppers (I sometimes buy the 6-pack variety from Costco and that's what I used to when I took this picture) 1 cup raw walnuts, chopped  2 tablespoons olive oil ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice ¼ cup balsamic vinegar  1 teaspoon ground cumin  1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste  ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Place the whole bell peppers directly onto a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, turning after 15 minutes, so that the bell peppers are lightly charred on each side. Place the peppers in a large bowl and immediately cover with a kitchen towel to al

This is probably one of the very first recipes I learned as a young adult. The crepes turn out very delicious each time I make them. I hope you enjoy them as well! Ingredients  (for 2-3 Servings) : 1 cup milk 1 cup water 1 egg 2 cups all-purpose flour a dash of salt and a dash of baking soda 1 tbsp coconut oil or grapeseed oil (or another oil you have at home) Instructions: 1. In a small bowl mix the water, milk, and egg. 2. In a separate bowl mix the flour with salt and soda 3. Mix the dry and wet ingredients together, and add the coconut oil. 4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with 1/2 tsp of butter. 5. Pour a ladle of the pancake mixture into the hot skillet and cook the crepes unit golden. 6. Continue with the remaining crepes. You don't have to add more butter to the pan, but if the mixture sticks to the pan, add more oil. Enjoy them on your own with maple syrup or add toppings of your choice.

  I am usually not a pasta person, but we recently had lunch at Oahu Country Club and they had a lunch special- penne pasta. It was so delicious, so I tried to recreate it. It turned out very delicious, so I would like to share it with you. Give it a try, and let me know how you like it! Ingredients  (for 3 Servings) : 3 chicken thighs 1/2 diced onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 small jar of basil pesto 1 small jar of sun-dried tomato 4 oz goat cheese 1/2 bag penne pasta Black pepper, salt to taste Instructions: 1. Cook the pasta according to the cooking instructions. Set aside. 2. Rub the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper and grill until fully cooked (temperature should be 165F). Set aside and cut into pieces.  3. In a skillet, over medium heat, saute the onion for approximately 2 minutes, then add the garlic and saute for an additional 1 minute. 3. Add the chicken to the skillet, the pesto, the tomatoes, and the cooked pasta. Combine everything together and cook until heated th

Pork chops have never been part of my meal plan. Ever since I discovered this recipe, I am tempted to cook it every time the pork chops are on sale :)  And who would've thought about using garam masala as the main seasoning? At least not me- I've always associated this spice with Indian dishes. Give it a try and let me know how you like it! Ingredients  (for 4 Servings) : 4 thin, bone-in, center-cut pork chops 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp garam masala 1/4 tsp black pepper 3 tbsp unsalted butter 1 large shallot, thinly sliced 2 cups unthawed frozen green peas 1 cup thinly sliced radishes 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 tsp grated lemon zest Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 400F. Combine 2 tsp salt, black pepper, garlic, and garam masala. Rub the mixture on the pork chops and let them stand for 10 min. 2. Melt 2 tbsp butter on an ovenproof skillet (I use cast iron), add the pork chops, and sear until golden brown (4 to 5 min). Flip them over and sear undisturbed until golden br

  This is a vegan version of an omelet. It is probably one of my favorite breakfasts- s o yummy and healthy. It has a rich flavor from oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes and capers. It is served with sourdough bread. The original recipe is from the Fiber Fueled cookbook. Ingredients  (for 1 Serving) : 1 tablespoon vegetable broth or water 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 scallion (you can also use onion), thinly sliced 5-6 cherry tomatoes  ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, plus more to taste (optional) ½ teaspoon dried thyme ½ teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 pack extra-firm tofu (6oz), drained 1 tablespoon capers, drained 5-6 kalamata olives Seasoning (to taste): Ground turmeric, Salt, Freshly ground black pepper Fresh parsley or cilantro for serving Instructions: 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the vegetable broth and olive oil. Add the scallion, tomato, red pepper flakes, thyme, and oregano. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.  2. Use a spatula

  Ingredients  (for 1 Serving) : 1 head of celery, stalks separated  1 large apple, sliced                                                                             1 lemon  ½ bunch parsley or cilantro  4 sprigs fresh mint Instructions:  Place all the ingredients in a blender. Enjoy!