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Pan Grilled Fish Fritters

October 24, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

If you are looking for an easy, low-calorie, healthy seafood recipe this could be it. These fish fritters not only make a terrific main dish for dinner, but are really nice for lunch as well. You can use whichever fish that you prefer — I prefer whiting or tilapia.

Ingredients

3 whiting fish fillets skinned, all bones removed and cut into small chunks
1 scallion chopped
1 mini red pepper finely diced
2 teaspoons old bay seasoning
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl add raw fish, scallions, red pepper, old bay seasoning and flour. Gently combine all ingredients. Place a large non-stick griddle on medium heat and add olive oil. Next, make your fish into patties and grill on both sides until golden brown. Make sure to only flip patties once to ensure that it doesn’t break apart.

Serve with a small portion of egg noodles and steamed spinach. Or as a lunch, serve with a side salad (or on top of the salad) with a vinaigrette dressing. Also, a squeeze of lemon on top of the fritter will add more flavor.

Enjoy!!!!

Posted by Eve

Asian-Inspired Pork with Brown Rice

October 2, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

This recipe for Asian-Inspired Pork with Brown Rice is packed with Asian flavors that are sure to stimulate your taste buds. It’s a meal that will taste like you’re enjoying it at a top Asian restaurant.

Ingredients

1-2 Lbs pork (you can use pork loin, pork ribs, chicken or even steak)
2 tablespoons of Olive oil
1/4 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup fish sauce
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup oyster sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
One medium piece of ginger grated and peeled
Three large garlic cloves
One stalk of lemongrass peeled and coarsely chopped
One cup of brown rice made with chopped scallions

Instructions

The meat needs to marinate for one hour. For the best results, marinate meat overnight in a sealed flat container. Begin by adding all spices except the olive oil to either a food processor or blender. Blend until all ingredients are combined. Place the meat into a container.

Now poke holes in the meat with a knife or fork. Make plenty of holes in the meat so the marinade can seep in. Then pour the entire marinade over the meat. Let meat sit for 30 minutes then flip over, cover and put back into the refrigerator.

To cook the meat, place it on a grill or skillet on medium high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Carefully placed me into skillet. While cooking, pour half of the marinade on the meat. Repeat this step when you flip the meat over. Allow the meat to cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Be aware that the sugar will make the meat caramelize and brown, so don’t worry.

Serve this Asian-Inspired Pork with Brown Rice and chopped scallions. For added flavor add a half of a teaspoon of soy sauce to the rice.

Enjoy!

Posted by Eve

Battered Fish and Shrimp with French Fries and Tartar Sauce

October 2, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

This simple recipe for Battered Fish and Shrimp with French Fries and Tartar Sauce is an awesome seafood dinner. It is packed with tons of flavor. A bonus is that the batter and tartar sauce are homemade, so you know exactly what’s in it. They consist of simple ingredients that you have in your refrigerator and pantry already.

Ingredients

2 Lbs Skinless Fish Fillets (flounder, whiting, talapia, perch and cod are all OK to use for this recipe)
1/2 Lb Shrimp Peeled, Deveined And Butterflied
2 Cups Frozen French Fries

– Homemade Batter –
1 Cup Flour
1 Tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 Cup Seltzer Water

– Homemade Tartar Sauce –
1/2 cup of mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet relish
1/2 tablespoon of shredded carrot (optional)
A pinch of salt and pepper
Juice from 1/2 of a lemon (a whole lemon if you really like it tart)

Instructions

First, prepare your batter, by mixing flour, seasoning and seltzer water in a large bowl or dish. Batter should be thick enough to generously coat fish and shrimp. Next, in a large fry pan add the oil and place on medium high heat.

Now, fry your French fries until golden brown and place on a baking sheet. Place baking sheet in the oven on warm. Then allow the oil to reheat for two to three minutes. Meanwhile, coat fish fillets with batter on both sides. Carefully, place fish in the oil. Allow fish to cook for three minutes on each side until golden brown. Repeat this process to fry the shrimp. Remember that shrimp cooks faster than fish. Also, don’t forget to place fish and shrimp on a cooling rack to allow excess oil to drain.

Finally, combine the ingredients for your fresh tartar sauce and adjust ingredients as needed for taste. Place a dollop on the side and use it as a dip for your fish and shrimp.

Enjoy your Battered Fish and Shrimp with French Fries and Tartar Sauce!

Posted by Eve

Pork Wraps Made with Boneless Ribs

September 18, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

This recipe for Pork Wraps Made with Boneless Ribs is a way to put those frozen, boneless leftover ribs from summer barbecues to good use. This wrap is an unique way to use the ribs to feed you and your entire family. With just a few added ingredients, you have a delicious meal.

Ingredients

1-2 Lbs boneless pork ribs (beef boneless ribs are ok)
1/4 cup of oil
1-2 tablespoons mesquite seasoning
1/4 cup of barbecue sauce (your choice)
1/4 cup of red onion thinly sliced (white onion is ok)
3 large mushrooms thinly sliced
4-5 baby peppers (red, yellow, orange) sliced into rings
3 tablespoons flour
2-4 white flour tortilla wraps

Instructions

In a large sauce pan add 1-2 tablespoons of oil and place in diced onions, mushrooms and peppers. Sauté until tender. Remove from pan. Now, slice ribs into 1/4 inch pieces and season with mesquite seasoning. Then add flour to coat ribs. Put your sauce pan on medium high heat, add oil and fry rib pieces on both sides until it is golden brown. Add cooked onions, mushrooms and peppers to pan with rib meat. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat. Place tortillas on a plate in the microwave and warm. Divide rib meat mixture evenly onto tortillas and drizzle barbecue sauce generously on top. Create your wrap.

Enjoy this recipe for Pork Wraps Made with Boneless Ribs with a drizzle of greek yogurt or ranch dressing!

Posted by Eve

Italian Breaded Chicken Recipe with Ham, Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella Cheese

September 18, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

This Italian Breaded Chicken Recipe with Ham, Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella Cheese is a hearty meal for a family of four. The flavors are amazing together — it will taste as if you spent all day in the kitchen preparing this meal.

Ingredients

4 chicken thighs deboned and flattened between wax paper
2 whole eggs beaten
1 cup of seasoned bread crumbs
4 slices of lightly salted ham 1/4 ” thick (avoid sweetened ham for this recipe)
1 medium can of seasoned chunk tomatoes (salt, pepper, garlic, basil, oregano)
1 cup of shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup oil
2 cups egg noodles cooked (optional)

Instructions

Place beaten eggs in a large bowl. In another large bowl add bread crumbs. Place oil in a large fry pan on medium high heat. First, take a thigh and cover completely with egg. Then place thigh into the bread crumbs. Be sure to coat both sides. Carefully place in fry pan. Repeat. Make sure to brown both sides. Preheat oven to 350* Place fried chicken thighs in a large casserole dish. Top chicken with one piece of ham. Then pour chunk tomatoes over ham. Lastly, cover with mozzarella cheese and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown. Serve over buttered egg noodles if you’d like.

Enjoy this Italian Breaded Chicken Recipe with Ham, Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella Cheese with a soft breadstick or salad!

Posted by Eve

Breaded Italian Chicken Roll with Turkey & Mushroom Gravy

July 31, 2015 By LovingOurHome.com Leave a Comment

Some of the best memories I have are those witnessing my mom dedicating her time to cook special meals for the family. This recipe is a version of her Breaded Italian Chicken Roll with Turkey & Mushroom Gravy. It requires a bit of work, but is definitely worth the effort!

Main Ingredients

4 chicken thighs deboned
1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 eggs (beaten)
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/2 cup oil
4 pieces sliced turkey breast
4 thick slices of Swiss cheese (optional)

Ingredients for Gravy

2 beef bouillon cubes
2 cups hot tap water
2 tablespoons flour
5-6 large fresh mushrooms (sliced)
3 large garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions for Chicken

Wrap the chicken thighs in plastic wrap and pound flat. ( use rolling pin or mallet ) Combine all seasoning in a large bowl and generously season both sides of chicken. Now, in one bowl add bread crumbs. In another bowl add eggs. Then in a large fry pan add oil and place on medium high heat. Begin your chicken roll by placing one slice of turkey on each thigh. If your using cheese now is the time to place on top of turkey. Roll each thigh into a tight roll. First, roll chicken in egg wash then roll into the bread crumbs. Then place in fry pan and repeat steps for remaining pieces. Allow chicken to fry on both sides until golden brown. Remember, you are not fully cooking chicken you are just browning it. Now place a large cooling rack on top of a baking sheet. Turn oven to 350*. Chicken is placed on a rack to not allow bottom of chicken to get soggy. Bake for 30-40 minutes.

Instructions for Gravy

While chicken is cooking in the oven you can begin to prepare your gravy. Start by turning the used fry pan on medium high heat. Add mushrooms and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Sauté 3-5 minutes. Now add garlic slices and lower heat. Sauté another 3-5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl add 2 cups of hot water and bouillon cubes. Use a fork to help break down cube. Add flour and stir vigorously. Slowly add mixture to pan and gently stir. Reduce heat to low and allow gravy to thicken. Spoon gravy on top of chicken and serve.

This Breaded Italian Chicken Roll With Turkey & Mushroom Gravy recipe requires patience, but it’s worth it because the results are AMAZING. You and your family will really appreciate it. Serve with scalloped potatoes and a side salad for a filling dinner.

Enjoy!!

Posted by Eve

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