One of my favorite Thai dishes is Khao Soi (ข้าวซอย). In one bowl, you hit on practically every flavor and texture — chewy egg noodles, savory braised chicken, crispy fried noodles, sour lime juice and pickled vegetables, and a coconut milk broth that is sweet, savory, and richly-spiced all at once. From my own experience, …
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If you love chicken pot pie flavors, but not how messy the crust gets after slicing and serving, chicken pot pie casserole is for you! This biscuit-studded version holds up beautifully when served. Each round biscuit fits neatly into bowls or ramekins. It is great for groups, and in my opinion, also easier to make. Win …
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Bold, juicy, and flavorful: Chimichurri steak is one of my favorite ways to prepare skirt steak. It’s fast and foolproof to make, and the herbal chimichurri sauce gives it an extra savory kick. Here is an easy recipe and ideas for wine pairing with chimichurri steak. Wine Pairing with Chimichurri Steak Since skirt is a …
If Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio came together and had a baby, it might be Verdejo. Verdejo has all of the fresh citrus and stone fruit flavors of a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, but without the “cat pee” aromas and significantly less grassiness. Instead of being in-your-face, its aromatics are more delicate, closer to an …
As cool weather hits, I start to crave warm, hearty dishes that wrap around me like a comforting hug. Beef birria tacos are the perfect combination of tender, savory meat and satisfyingly crunchy tortilla. Read on for an incredibly easy recipe and wine pairing with beef birria tacos. The Dish Beef birria is basically beef …
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If you love Thai green curry chicken (แกงเขียวหวานไก่), but don’t have the time to make fresh curry paste from scratch, there is a way. Here’s an easy hack to make delicious, easy Thai green curry chicken in minutes, and how to take it to the next level with a wine pairing. The Dish: Thai Green …
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PSA for wine lovers: you can pair chili with wine. While this dish is more often associated with beer, you, the wine enthusiast, do not need to settle. Chili has all the hallmarks of a great partner to wine – plump beans and hearty beef bathed in a bright tomato stew, sprinkled with cheese, and …
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What if I told you that you could recreate restaurant-style salmon, with a crisp crust and flaky inside, at home? And that instead of paying $35-$40 per plate, you could feed four people for the same price? Here are two easy ideas for delicious, restaurant-style salmon and wine pairing. An Overview of Salmon and Wine …
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Let’s get this straight: wine is not just for meat, cheese, and other rich dishes. You can pair wine with plant-based dishes, but preparation is key. Raw vegetables have green, grassy flavors that can make wines taste bitter — especially full-bodied reds. But when vegetables are roasted and caramelized, the astringent flavors that clash with …
When it comes to wine and steak pairing, not all cuts are created equal. Cabernet Sauvignon is loved as one of the most versatile wines for steak, but there are some cuts that it works better with than others. In this guide, I’ll delve into why you should consider pairing a ribeye steak with Cabernet …
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