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Shao Hsing (or Shaoxing) is a seasoned rice wine used in Chinese cooking.
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Look for it in Asian specialty markets or with other Asian ingredients in large supermarkets.
Use your favorite brand of kimchi, just be sure to drain it before adding.
A fried egg adds protein to this vegetarian kimchi-tofu soup.
Ali Redmond
If you avoid eating seafood, look for a brand of kimchi that’s vegetarian.
Melted garlic butter coats the salmon and vegetables, adding depth of flavor and richness to the dish.
Make a double batch and freeze it for a quick healthy dinner.
Ali Redmond
Serve the stew with couscous and steamed broccoli.
Cool the walnut oil slightly before adding the water to avoid splatters.
For a protein boost, add sauteed shrimp alongside or atop this dish.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee
Ingredients like oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives and toasty pine nuts help to build big flavor fast.
Here, it adds depth of flavor to curried chicken and vegetables.
If your peppers are mild and you like heat, opt for spicy pico de gallo.
This easy vegetarian dinner recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.
Look for shelf-stable gnocchi near other pasta.
Serve with baby arugula salad with vinaigrette and a glass of pinot grigio.
Plus this recipe for healthy bean and barley soup freezes beautifully.
Black Bean Quesadillas
In a hurry?
These satisfying quesadillas take just 15 minutes to make.
We like them with black beans, but pinto beans work well too.
If you like a little heat, be sure to use pepper Jack cheese in the filling.
Serve with: A little sour cream and a mixed green salad.
Greg DuPree
Kielbasa adds protein and a deeply savory note to this dinner in a bowl.
Curry powder, onions, cumin and other seasonings give this vegetarian dinner tons of flavor.
Serve over rice to complete the meal.
Rick Poon
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Jason Donnelly
