• Dinner,  Lunch

    Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork

    I used to always order pork vermicelli bowls at Vietnamese restaurants all the time until I realized I could easily make them at home! This marinade is so easy and is so delicious- the best part is that you can make it right in the comfort of your own home! Enjoy! Author: Cookingwithchow Course: Lunch/ Dinner Servings: 4 Prep Time: 40 mins Cook Time:10 mins Total Time: 50 mins INGREDIENTS 1 lb of boneless pork shoulder/chop Marinade 3 cloves of minced garlic 2.5 tbsp of minced lemongrass (you can either mince fresh/frozen lemongrass or buy it minced at any Asian grocery store) 2 tbsp of canola oil 1 tbsp of…

  • Appetizers,  Dinner

    Nepalese Pork Momos

    Growing up, I used to eat these all the time at my best friend Pratiksha’s house. Her mom would make the most amazing momos ever! So trust me when I say, these are oh-so-delicious! Momos are a type of South Asian dumpling. The ingredients are very similar to any other Chinese dumpling, however it is infused with Indian spices and herbs. This recipe is the perfect blend of spice and savouriness. If you are a dumpling fan already… you will for sure love these! Yes, they do require a little bit of labour, but trust me, the end result is amazing! An idea is to have a momo party where…

  • Dinner,  Lunch

    Thai Lemongrass Ribs | Instant Pot

    For you meat lover fans out there… this one is for you! This recipe is honestly so easy to make and leaves your house smelling like a Sage Wellness store. I personally love cooking with lemongrass! For those of you who don’t know what it is, it is a grass herb that is used widely in Asian cuisine. You can either buy them fresh or frozen from any Asian grocery store. I personally like to buy them frozen as I find it easier to use as I don’t have to chop them up! However, fresh options are always amazing as well. If you do buy fresh lemongrass, just be sure…

  • Dinner,  Lunch

    Rosemary Garlic Steak

    Hi everyone! This recipe is for all those beef lovers out there, this is an amazing recipe for steak. A quick, easy, and cheap date night option as well! Enjoy!  Author: Cookingwithchow Course: Dinner Servings: 2 Prep Time: 5 Cook Time: 5 Total Time: 10 INGREDIENTS 2 (10 ounce) ribeye/ top sirloin steaks (about 1 inch thick) 1 tsp of garlic seasoning 1 tablespoon of kosher salt 1 tsp of pepper 2 tbsp of olive oil 3 tbsp of chopped fresh rosemary 4 cloves of garlic (roughly chopped) 5 tablespoons of butter DIRECTIONS Combine small bowl with salt, pepper, and garlic seasoning.  Rub the steak with seasoning.  Heat up pan…

  • Appetizers,  Dinner,  Lunch

    Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts

    Growing up, brussel sprouts was definitely one of my least favorite vegetables. Something about the bitter taste I really didn’t enjoy. But after I tried this dish at an event, brussel sprouts quickly rose to one of my top ten vegetables! So if you were like me, or ARE like me, trust me.. this dish is SO good. This dish can be a great pairing item for lunch or dinner or make you famous at a potluck event. Enjoy! Author: Cookingwithchow Course: Lunch Servings: 2 Prep Time: 10 Cook Time:10 Total Time: 20 INGREDIENTS 1 pound of brussel sprouts: washed & sliced in half 5 slices of bacon 1/4 cup…

  • Appetizers,  Dinner,  Lunch

    Honey Garlic Soy-Glazed Shrimp

    PREP TIME (20 MINS)      |      COOK TIME (10 MINS)     |      TOTAL TIME (30 MINS) INGREDIENTS 1 pack of large shrimps (about 300 g) 1/4 large white onion chopped 2 garlic cloves minced 4 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoon light sauce soy sauce 1 tsp cornstarch 1/2 tsp pepper 2 tsp coconut oil 1 bunch of scallions DIRECTIONS Defrost shrimp in cold water (if frozen). If not, combine shrimp into a bowl.  Removing shrimp shell is option, I personally don’t do it as I find the shell gives the shrimp more flavor! Combine all ingredients minus the coconut oil into the shrimp bowl. Let it…