Category Archives: Side Dishes

Fried Rice w/Pineapple Curry

Fried Rice w/Pineapple Currie
Fried Rice w/Pineapple Curry

Prep: 30 min. Makes:8 servings

4 Tbsp. canola oil
2 eggs, beaten
1 small onion, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups cold cooked rice
1 can (8oz.) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1/2 cup cashews (light on the salt)
1/2 cup of peas
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup raisins
3 Tbsp. chicken broth
2 Tbsp. fish sauce, optional
1 1/2 tsp. curry powder
1 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

1. In a large skillet or a wok, heat 1 Tbsp. oil over medium heat; add eggs. Cook until done. Set eggs aside but keep warm. In the small skillet, stir-fry onion and shallots in remaining oil. Add garlic, cook for I minute then add the rice, pineapple, cashew, peas, cilantro ,raisins, broth, fish sauce, curry, sugar and pepper flakes; heat through. Chop egg into small pieces; add the rice mixture. Enjoy!!

Fresh Spinach-Potato Salad

Fresh Spinach-Potato Salad
Fresh Spinach-Potato Salad

This is one of my favor salads to make and eat. I enjoy the fresh taste that you get form this recipe. Great summer side dish for your table. Enjoy!!

Pre: 45 Min.
Makes: 12 Servings

2 English cucumbers, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 lbs. small red potatoes, halved
2 garlic cloves, minded
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. celery seed
1/2 tsp. ground pepper
1 package (16 oz.)fresh baby spinach
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup fresh dill
1/4 cup olive oil

1. In a small bowl, combine the cucumbers, onion and 1/4 cup vinegar. Let stand for 20 minutes.
2. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Drizzle with the remaining vinegar; sprinkle with garlic, salt, celery seed and pepper. Cool.
3. Add spinach, bacon, dill, oil and cucumber mixture; toss to coat. Service at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy!!