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Egg-celent egg timer!
For the egg lovers out there like me! Sure we can just go online and check out tips in boiling eggs (soft->hard) but this gadget is my go to! It’s on Amazon!
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When you don't feel like chopping!
Sometimes, you just don’t feel like chopping - that is OK! Fresh garlic, ginger, onion and shallots are always available at home but sometimes i resort to these amazing finds from your local grocery store (Ralphs, etc)
garlic paste
ginger paste
fried garlic chips
crunchy garlic oil (has heat)
Cento tomato paste
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Another kitchen staple that i make sure we never run out of - broth! I use it in most of my recipes. FYI - it's low sodium!
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Filipino ingredients - must have in stock at all times!
The latest addition are the spicy vinegar to the left and the Sukang Iloco that i bought recently. These are key to cooking adobo and beef and onion. Found at Filipino or Asian stores (99 Ranch) or even on Amazon!
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Umami ++ to all Asian dishes
Note: Don’t forget to refrigirate the fish sauce and oyster sauce once opened. Chili oil, sesame oil and rice vinegar should be stored in room temp.
Found at local grocery stores. Or go to the Asian market near you!
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When your rice cooker is not operating 24/7
Frozen rice it is! I usually buy these from Trader Joe’s, other stores should carry their own brand. 3 minute microwave on High …rice rice baby!
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Tips on Meats
We love our meats! I find rotisserie chicken very convenient - no cooking required. Great in salads, last minute dinners, and as an ingredient to some of my quick meals
Ground turkey - always in our weekly shopping list.
On buying pork or beef - you can request to have them cut the meat depending on how you’re cooking it (fajita style, in cubes, etc). Already cut meat = time saved in the kitchen!
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Got Herbs?
Fresh herbs add freshness to your dishes! My top 5 and always in the fridge are: parsley, green onion, rosemary, basil and cilantro!
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My canned goods friends
garbanzo beans
anchovies in olive oil
tuna in olive oil
hearts of palms
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Get Sauce-y
When i feel like making pasta - Rao’s my go to sauce! You can’t go wrong with it - delicious, got rave reviews online and time saver for sure!
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Naan for Flatbreads!
Watch out for their expiration date and you can freeze them for future use!
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Trader Joe's Finds (always in stock at home!)
Mandarin chicken sweet and sour
Mini vegetable samosas (frozen)
Chicken barbecue pizza
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Nuts and Dried Fruits
I always have various selections of nuts and dried fruits at home for my salads!
Pine nuts, walnuts, dried cranberries figs and dates!
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Reuse the Juice!
Pickling without the hard work! Don’t throw away the juice of your store bought pickles - add the veggies of your choice, picking at its best!
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Chopped Veggies
When it’s soup season, i always have this mirepoix (fancy huh) in stock. Why spend time chopping celeries, carrots and onions if you can buy it at the store?
