Tag Archives: Shrimp

Spicy Shrimp Vegetable Stir Fry with Udon

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

Seriously hungry this morning, I visited the refrigerators downstairs and pulled out whatever caught my fancy; zucchini, baby bok choy, red bell pepper, scallions, chillies, asparagus and black tiger gambas from the freezer. Having no idea at all what I … Continue reading →

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Udon Shrimp Noodles

Posted on April 12, 2013 by

I love Asian noodles, especially fresh udon noodles.  One of my favorite sites, Rasa Malaysia, inspired me to try packaged, pre-boiled udon noodles, and drove me to substitute so many items that I’m sure this doesn’t taste the same but … Continue reading →

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Faux Gumbo

Posted on December 4, 2012 by

I had a whole chicken and shrimp in the freezer and that, along with refrigerated odds and ends, sounded like gumbo to me.  Problem is, my file gumbo powder is in Sens and I have never made gumbo with okra, … Continue reading →

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Shrimp Soba Noodles

Posted on October 19, 2012 by

I think I’m allergic to Germany!  Just kid-ding.  But I do have a terrible cold.  It’s probably from going in and out of those really cold houses during our house hunting forays.  Boy howdy, you wouldn’t believe some of the … Continue reading →

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Salmon and Marinated Shrimp Salad for Bento

Posted on September 13, 2012 by

Good news!  My husband just got promoted to the Foreign Service equivalent of a 2 star General!  So proud of him.  Of course I’ve always known he was superior  Jade and I will finally join the officer and gentleman on … Continue reading →

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Spicy, Wild Sesame Seed Shrimp

Posted on July 5, 2012 by

Still “lagged” but have to do something with myself, and I found a new plate at the supermarket.  Anyway this was easy; shrimp were in the freezer. Spicy Wild Sesame Seed Shrimp 1 tbsp sunflower oil 1 tbsp sesame seed … Continue reading →

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Lumpiang Hubad

Posted on April 20, 2012 by

Well Jade’s back from her class trip to London and I’m back to blogging.  I really didn’t feel like food blogging meals for one, so I took the opportunity to find my voice for the cookbook I’m writing.  Mission accomplished! … Continue reading →

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Jamie’s Fabulous Fish Pie

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

I’m having lighting issues again.  During the dull and dreary winter, the light shining on my photography table was perfect; soft and bright.  Now that the weather is sunny, I’m getting a harsh glare that is driving me insane.  Today, … Continue reading →

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Grazing: Skagen and Salade Rouge

Posted on March 22, 2012 by

As it warms up and the fruits and vegetables come to the market in there Sunday Go To Meeting clothes, my thoughts turn to lighter dining fare.  Good ole Jamie’s March/April issue has a number of recipes from Sweden, including … Continue reading →

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Japanese Shrimp Noodle Bowl

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

I woke up this morning thinking about my overloaded freezer but when I looked inside, I just couldn’t think.  I had two lone chicken thighs that kept calling attention to themselves and a pound of shrimp that I’ve been eyeing for … Continue reading →

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