• Appetizers,  Snacks

    Pork Katsu Sando

    Travelling through Japan, this was one of my favourite quick snack items to grab from the convenience store or local street vendors prior to hopping on the bullet train. Katsu Sandos is short for Katsu Sandwiches. They originated from Japan and they are typically filled with Pork Katsu or Ebi Katsu- they are super delicious and easy to eat. What is a Katsu Sando? Katsu Sando is short for Katsu Sandwich. It involves pork cutlets that are tenderized, marinated in salt and pepper, then coated in flour, dipped in egg, and covered with panko. Then it’s deep fried until golden brown, then sandwiched between shokupan (thick cut white bread), spread…

  • Appetizers,  Dinner

    Chinese Pork and Shiitake Stuffed Zucchini

    This is one of my favourite Chinese dishes ever. It’s comforting, healthy, delicious, and super easy to make. Steamed Pork Stuffed Zucchini is a must-try recipe! Zucchinis are one of my favourite vegetables to steam with, they are neutral in flavour and have great soft texture to them. That’s why they’re such a great canvas for soaking up the delicious juices from the pork and shiitake filling. Once steamed, top with soy sauce slurry for optimal umami flavours. A Chinese-inspired Zucchini stuffed with minced pork and shiitake mushrooms. Steamed and then served with a Chinese slurry. Let me know how you enjoy this recipe in the comments below! Stay tuned…