What is mantou? Mantou, or Chinese steamed buns, were thought to have originated from the Qin State during the Zhou Dynasty in China circa 300 BCE. Its origin is often connected to the story of Zhuge Liang, which is where these Asian buns got their name mántóu (meaning “barbarian heads” in Mandarin). These round or semi circle-shaped, sweet steamed buns are a food staple in Northern China these days, along with rice and noodles....
They are the perfect on the go snack or even an at-your-own-leisure with coffee snack at home! This recipe gives you steamy pâté chaud at home that you can share with friends and family when the cravings hit. Origins Bánh patê sô translates to “hot meat pie.” Similar to Vietnamese foods like banh mi, pâté chaud or bánh patê sô, also has origins from French colonialism. In the mid 19th century, French chef Urbain Dubois described a pastry called Pâté-chaud à la Marinière, a French seafood pie covered with a puff pastry shell; This pastry is thought to be an early influence on bánh patê sô....
Like many Filipino breakfast staples (such as Filipino garlic fried rice), it’s so good you’ll want to make this pandesal recipe for every meal! Background Pandesal is eaten by many Filipinos in the Philippines and all over the world. While it translates to “salt bread” in Spanish, don’t be fooled because it’s actually got a fairly sweet and not salty flavor. The name “pan de sal” was given by the Spaniards because the original recipe incorporated salt in the recipe....
They really check all the boxes! Easy to make, super tasty and the mini chocolate chips with peanut butter are a delicious combination. Who can resist chocolate + peanut butter?! Plus, these Peanut Butter Muffins are a great back-to-school treat, after school snack, an on-the-go breakfast or to enjoy for dessert! They are moist and flavorful, and the mini chocolate chips and chopped peanuts top off these delicious muffins with just the right amount of crunch....
In my defense, I am not claiming this is an authentic recipe. And honestly, I have never had a traditional Philly cheesesteak. As a California girl, I’ve only had access to the sandwiches we have here, which I assume are nothing compared to the real deal. With that said, my Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are inspired by the cheese-laden, tender, thinly shaved beef sandwich in Philadelphia. It’s layered with ribeye or sirloin, sauteed onions and bell peppers, and a generous amount of provolone cheese, all nestled between soft slider buns....
While there are plenty of premade puto cake mix boxes you can buy at local Filipino grocery stores, making puto at home is actually fairly easy. With this recipe, you can have fresh, homemade puto in under 45 minutes (or less)! Where does puto originate? The word puto comes from the Malay word “puttu,” which means “portioned.” This makes sense considering most of the time, puto is made in mini muffin or cupcake molds that are around one to one and half inches–the perfect portion if you ask me....
Serving up a healthy, lean protein with plenty of fresh veggies that are perfectly roasted in the most flavor-packed, sesame sauce is always a winning weeknight meal. But, when you can do it on ONE sheet pan and in just about 30 minutes it is 100% a winning situation. My sheet pan pork chops are just as easy! Sheet pan meals are a great way to make a new recipe without spending hours in the kitchen....
It all starts with the perfectly cooked noodles. As a mom of 2, I always have regular ol’ spaghetti in the pantry, usually for spaghetti and meatball night, so that’s why this recipe features spaghetti. 🤣 But the beauty of this recipe is that it works well with ramen noodles, Chinese egg noodles, soba noodles, or even linguine! Letting chili flakes pop in the oil brings the heat to this recipe and makes it extra special....
Spring rolls have variations of both fillings and wrappers depending on the type. For example, the wrappers can be made of wheat flour (that is typically deep-fried or baked) or rice flour (that can be eaten fresh and uncooked). You may have also heard spring rolls in another name like summer rolls, Vietnamese spring rolls, or vegetable rolls. On the other hand, egg rolls have a thicker wrapper and are almost always deep-fried and they often include cabbage and meat fillings....
She would make this not only during the holiday season but for any occasion. It was her signature recipe! Some of my favorite memories are coming home from school and smelling her freshly baked rolls in the house. Mmmm…the BEST! I am so thankful my mom suggested my grandmother to write the recipe down so we could all be blessed with her delicious sweet dinner rolls! Active dry yeast: (not rapid rise or instant yeast) – In active dry yeast, the cells are alive but dormant because of the lack of moisture....
Ever get in a lunch rut? Need new ideas for packing your kids’ or your own lunch? Are packable noontime options dwindling? Surely you’ve met the ‘What shall I pack for lunch?” question head-on with creative ideas. Please share your healthy lunch recipe – so we can swap it into our own rotation. Recipe Redux blog posts always seem to sneak up on me! I love this theme because so often times with work and busy schedules it is easy to fall into a routine of the same lunch or opting for fast food....
These last for a few days in the fridge after wrapping, but this is a great recipe to make a large batch to freeze for quick dinners in the future too. Wontons and dumplings are some of my favorite things to eat. It is completely worth making these at home for better quality and freshness. For me, control over the filling type and seasoning is very important. What’s the difference between wontons and dumplings you say?...
Often times after dinner I find myself wanting something sweet. I am sure many of you have had the same cravings! I usually reach for a small piece of extra dark chocolate to satisfy that craving…but that can get kind of boring. When I received the pitas for this contest a dessert recipe was not what came to mind. Let me tell you what I was thinking… at first I was going to do something with ceviche and pita chips…then I was playing around with the whole pita pizza/flatbread idea…then I started to get off track and thought about how I should make a pie for St....
This chicken is served with steamed rice, a salty soy and vinegar dipping sauce, and goes great with some Filipino pickles too. This is an easy and delicious Filipino barbecue idea for your next grilling party or boodle fight! Background This traditional Visayan dish from the Bacolod region of the Philippines is also known as “char-grilled chicken” or “roasted chicken.” I remember seeing street carts selling chicken inasal on sticks and grilling them over charcoal–they looked so mouth-wateringly good....
They are a breeze to prepare on busy weeknights and require minimal cleanup. Plus, I am always looking for new ways to use ground beef in recipes, and this one fits the bill. For other ways to use ground beef, my husband always requests these Cheeseburger Sliders, my toddler is obsessed with this Hamburger Macaroni, I love this Asian-style ground Beef and Noodles, and the whole family always asks for my classic Spaghetti and Meatballs....
If you’re a fan of easy and nutritious breakfasts too you’ll love this healthy egg scramble and these breakfast cookies! This post has been sponsored by Sprouts. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that keep Kroll’s Korner running! This is officially my new favorite way to make French toast. I mean, all you need is a muffin tin and a few bowls to make this happen!...
In general, most people think of fresh cranberries for one thing and one thing only: cranberry sauce. That’s not a “bad” thing! Cranberry sauce brings me back to my mother’s kitchen. To this day she makes the best cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving. I don’t even need the turkey to eat it…just hand me a spoon! However, there are so many other uses for this versatile fruit besides cranberry sauce and I am excited to share one of those ways with you – a fresh cranberry bar!...
Background When we got to visit Vietnam last year, I was super excited to load up on the street food–most specifically fresh grilled clams and I was not disappointed. From Hanoi to Da Lat to Saigon, I was able to try so many variations of this simple dish. Here’s a photo that really brings back feelings of nostalgia, and me missing Vietnam so much on our trip. This one’s in Saigon in 2020, when we stopped by this bustling spot for clams at night with my parents, cousin and girlfriend....
Can you cook basmati rice in a rice cooker? Cooking basmati rice in a rice cooker is a game-changer if you want a hands-free, no-fuss method to make rice during the week. Making basmati rice is a must when you’re serving it alongside a dish like butter chicken recipe (Indian murgh makhani). Just like the Instant Pot basmati rice recipe, this basmati rice cooker recipe is simple to follow these easy instructions below based on the specific type of basmati rice you want to cook....
Hey friends! I’ve been so BUSY already in 2019 and I am having to remind myself to slow down and find balance in my life. Since choosing to be a solopreneur last April, I have found work to be a huge priority. In 2019, I’m choosing to find a little more balance instead of working 10-12 hour workdays. (eeeek!) But, where to start? I am a millennial and feel like I am ways juggling so many tasks and projects....
