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Spicy Korean Chicken Fiery Gochujang Korean Chicken with Sticky-Sweet Heat Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste) 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon honey 2 teaspoons brown sugar 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 green onion, thinly sliced (for garnish) 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish) Cooked white rice or lettuce leaves, for serving Directions: In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Add chicken to the marinade, mix to coat well, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for stronger flavor). Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (reserve excess) and sauté for 6-8 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Pour in remaining marinade and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion. Serve hot with rice or in lettuce wraps. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Marinate Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 325 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #koreanchicken #spicykoreanfood #gochujang #gochujangchicken #spicychicken #koreanbbq #koreanrecipes #easykoreanfood #weeknightdinners #flavorfulchicken #asianmeals #stickychicken #sweetheat #koreanhomecooking #marinatedchicken #umamiflavor #hotandsavory #homemadekorean #lettucewraps #spicydinner Turn up the heat! This Spicy Korean Chicken is rich with gochujang flavor and perfectly sticky. Serve it over rice or in lettuce wraps!

Purple Yam Jam Creamy Homemade Ube Halaya (Purple Yam Jam) Ingredients: 2 lbs purple yam (ube), peeled, boiled, and mashed 1 can (14 oz) condensed milk 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk 1 cup coconut milk 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: In a large nonstick pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add mashed ube and stir until well incorporated. Gradually add the condensed milk, evaporated milk, coconut milk, and sugar. Stir continuously to prevent lumps or sticking. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, for 30-40 minutes or until it becomes thick and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Add vanilla extract and continue stirring for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before transferring to sterilized jars or containers. Store in the refrigerator. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 290 kcal per serving | Servings: 8 servings #ubehalaya #purpleyamjam #filipinodessert #uberecipes #halaya #pinoyrecipes #dessertideas #ube #homemadejam #sweetspread #filipinofood #asianrecipes #tropicalflavors #ubejam #easyfilipinodessert #coconutmilkrecipes #halayarecipe #ubeobsession #comfortdessert #sweettooth Craving something sweet and unique? This creamy homemade Purple Yam Jam (Ube Halaya) is the Filipino dessert you didn’t know you needed!

Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry Vibrant Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry with Crisp Vegetables and Tangy Glaze Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 small onion, sliced 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon grated ginger For the sauce: 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1/4 cup ketchup 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water Directions: In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Set aside. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften but remain crisp. Stir in pineapple chunks and return the chicken to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables; stir to coat evenly. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #sweetandsourchicken #stirfryrecipes #asianrecipes #chickenstirfry #healthymeals #quickdinner #easyrecipes #asianflavors #homemade #weeknightmeals #chickenrecipes #freshveggies #pineapplerecipes #familydinner #mealprep #foodie #foodblogger #healthyeating #dinnerideas #comfortfood This Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry is the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors with crisp veggies and juicy pineapple. Dinner done right!

Belgian Carbonade Flamande – Beef and Beer Stew A rich Flemish beef stew slow-cooked with onions, dark beer, and mustard — sweet, savory, and traditionally served with fries or mashed potatoes. Ingredients (Serves 4): * 800g beef chuck, cubed * 3 onions, sliced * 2 tbsp Dijon or whole grain mustard * 500ml dark Belgian beer (e.g. dubbel or brown ale) * 2 slices bread (for thickening) * 2 tbsp butter * Thyme, bay leaf, salt, pepper Instructions: 1. Brown beef in butter and set aside. 2. Sauté onions until caramelized. Return beef, add herbs and beer. 3. Spread mustard on bread slices, place on top. 4. Cover and simmer 2–3 hours until beef is tender. Stir in soaked bread as it dissolves into sauce. 5. Serve with fries or mashed potatoes. Belgian Tip: For authenticity, use Pain d'épices (spiced bread) instead of plain bread.