Month: February 2005

1 lb beef (Tri-Tip Sirloin, Eye of round or Flank Steak works best)
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp cornstarch
3 cloves of garlic, minced
2 Tbsp peanut oil
1/2 cup water
2 1/2 tsp cornstarch
1 Tbsp sesame seed oil
3 Tbsp soy sauce
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
pinch of ginger
1 broccoli crown, cut into small florets
2 Tbsp water
6 green onions, chopped

Thinly slice the beef against the grain. Combine in a bowl with 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp cornstarch, and garlic and let sit 10-15 minutes.

Combine 1/2 cup of water, 1 Tbsp sesame seed oil, 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 1/2 tsp cornstarch, ginger and red pepper ans set aside or let warm over very low heat.  Stir occasionally to keep cornstarch from clumping.

Heat a large, heavy skillet or wok on high. Add 1 Tbsp of peanut oil to the pan then the beef.  Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until beef is evenly browned.  Remove beef from the pan, wipe clean with a paper towel, and return it to the burner.

Add 1 Tbsp of peanut oil to the pan then add the broccoli florets.  Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes when the broccoli begins to brown.  Add the 2 Tbsp of water and cover for 1-2 minutes until cooked through.  Add the green onions and cook 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Add the cooked beef to the pan with broccoli and green onions then pour in the sauce mixture.  Stir-fry on high until sauce thickens.  Serve over brown rice.

2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp brown mustard
2 tsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp dried thyme
2-3 tsp various dry herbs (oregano, thyme)
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp onion powder
salt & pepper to taste
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

Combine the ingredients and marinate for at least 1 hour.

Grill over Medium-High heat, 4-5 minutes per side.

1/4 cup lime juice
2 Tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp liquid smoke
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 lb flank steak OR boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 large white onion, sliced in thin rings
1 red bell pepper (green or yellow works), seeded and sliced in thin rings

Combine the lime juice, oil, garlic, soy sauce, salt, liquid smoke, peppers, and either the flank steak OR the chicken in a container, cover, and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

Save the leftover marinade liquid and grill the meat over medium flame 4-5 minutes on each side. Let rest for at least 5 minutes. Cut meat into thin strips. Set aside and keep warm.

Soak peppers and onions in leftover marinade for a couple minutes before cooking. Grill the onions and peppers for about 3 minutes a side.

2 Large boneless, skinless whole chicken breasts
1 tsp coarse salt
1 tsp cracked black pepper
1/2 tsp hot red pepper flakes
1 Tbsp minced garlic
1 Tbsp chopped Rosemary
1 large lemon, juiced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 clean bricks (not really necessary)

Rinse and dry the breasts, then sprinkle them with the salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, garlic, and rosemary. Place the chicken in a baking dish, pour on lemon juice and olive oil, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.

Wrap each of the bricks in Aluminum foil. Place chicken on grill with brick on top. Cook over high heat for 4 to 6 minutes per side.

Sesame-Grilled Asparagus goes great with this dish.