For some reason, I really like pickled foods. Watching cooking shows like Chopped, the judges always remark that the food needs acid. Pickles are a great way to add acidity to a dish. Also they keep well in the refrigerator. I made these the other night to accompany some Beef Bulgogi, but these would work in … Continue reading Quick Pickled Korean Cucumbers (Oi Jee)
Month: February 2019
Bulgogi
We had some left over beef tenderloin in the freezer. It was the part called the "chain", which is a long thin strip that runs along the whole tenderloin. Not much you can do with it except cut it thin and stir-fry it. So I thought I would try making the Korean dish Bulgogi, which … Continue reading Bulgogi
Elephant’s on Corbett
Pretty soon I'll be moving from my old haunt in South West Portland to a new, much nicer place right next to the river in the South East. I'm really excited about it. But it also means I have to do what I can to write about all of the great places to eat near … Continue reading Elephant’s on Corbett
Burgerville
Seemingly, every state has it's own proprietary fast food chain that they hold in regard higher than any other. In Texas, Whataburger is sacred. In California, In & Out is the institution to which all other burger joints are unfavorably compared. Oregon has one too, it's called Burgerville. Also, since I live in Oregon I … Continue reading Burgerville
Pineapple Cake
This is for after the game. Pineapple Cake Ingredients: CAKE 2 cups flour 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 20 oz can crushed pineapple with juice FROSTING 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1 8 oz cream cheese OPTIONAL 1 cup pecans, chopped finely and … Continue reading Pineapple Cake
Cheese Curd Bloody Mary
For the Superbowl. If you can't find fresh cheese curds in you local cheese shop, you can substitute with a stick of Manchego or Gruyere. Who knew there was such a thing as horseradish-infused vodka? Turns out you can make your own by peeling and slicing fresh horseradish and dropping it into a bottle of … Continue reading Cheese Curd Bloody Mary
Artichoke Pâté
Serve this during the half-time show for the Superbowl. Prepare everything ahead of time and pop it into the oven at the 2 minute warning in the 2nd half. Artichoke Pâté Ingredients: 1 14 oz can artichoke hearts packed in water, drained 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 clove garlic, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely … Continue reading Artichoke Pâté
Black Bean Salsa
Make this the day before the Superbowl 'cause it needs to meld before it is served. Black Bean Salsa Ingredients: 2 Anaheim chili pepper, chopped 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped 3 jalapeno chile peppers, chopped 1/3 cup red onion, chopped 11 ounces Niblets corn, drained 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained 3 roma tomato, chopped … Continue reading Black Bean Salsa