A Perfect Feast

September 12, 2022

Falafel with Lemon Tahini Sauce

Falafel with Lemon Tahini Sauce is one of our favorite meatless meals. I start this dish by deep-frying the falafel chickpea patties. Then, I stuff the falafel in pita pockets, and drizzle on the Lemon Tahini Sauce. Finally, I add tomatoes, red onion, and sliced …

meatless

by Sharon

September 10, 2022

Summer Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette

Summer Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette is one of our favorite summer salads. I start this salad by making a Blueberry Vinaigrette. Then, I tossed the vinaigrette with spring lettuce mix, blueberries, strawberries, red onion, goat cheese, and candied pecans. We like this salad for several …

salad

by Sharon

September 9, 2022

Summer Vegetable Miso Ramen

Summer Vegetable Miso Ramen is one of our favorite summer soups. I start this soup by roasting some rich and delicious pork belly. Then, I simmer together a red miso, ginger chicken broth. Finally, I layer the bowls with the broth, the pork belly, summer veggies, six-minute eggs, and ramen noodles. We like this soup for several reasons. First of all, I like that I can make most of the components in advance. Then, I just crisp up the pork belly right before serving. Secondly, I like that this soup is a complete meal. Thirdly, I like that everyone in the family can customize their bowls to their liking. And, finally, we all love the tender pork belly, the sweet veggies, and the delicious noodles.

The Equipment I Used

A Dutch Oven- I like to simmer the broth in an enameled cast iron Dutch oven, but you can use any large pot

The Ingredients Needed for Summer Vegetable Miso Ramen

Chicken Stock- I always use homemade chicken stock. My recipe is below. I like to make lots of chicken stock and store it in my freezer.
Ramen Noodles- I like the Hakubaku Organic brand. Good quality noodles will really elevate the flavor of this dish.
Red Miso Paste- This is great to have on hand. It lasts for a long time in the refrigerator. You can usually find it in the refrigerated section of the produce department.
Pork Belly- I often like to bake this a day ahead. Then, I slice and fry it right before serving.

How I Made my Soup

First, I baked the pork belly. Take care to not overcook it.
Next, I simmered together the broth.
Then, I cooked the vegetables, eggs, and noodles.
Finally, I let everyone add what they liked to their bowls.

If you like soup, you need to try this warm and comforting Summer Vegetable Miso Ramen.

Summer Vegetable Miso Ramen

Ramen noodles in a red miso, ginger, and chicken broth with pork belly, carrots, zucchini, and corn.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1 30

Chilling Time 1

Total Time 3

Course Soup

Cuisine Japanese

Servings

Calories 436 kcal

Ingredients

1 pound pork belly
½ tsp. sugar
¼ tsp. kosher salt
¼ tsp. black pepper
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
4 cups chicken stock
2 tbsp. red miso paste
1 tbsp. peeled and thinly sliced ginger
12 oz. ramen noodles, like Hakubaku Organic Ramen Noodles
4 large eggs
2 ears corn on the cob
1 cup thinly sliced zucchini
4 carrots, sliced thinly
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 Fresno chili, sliced
1 tbsp. sesame seeds
1 tbsp. sesame oil

Instructions

Begin by preparing the pork belly. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Remove the skin from the pork and dry it off with paper towels.
Sprinkle it all over with the sugar, salt, and pepper. Put it in a ceramic casserole dish and bake for thirty minutes. Turn the heat down to 275 degrees and roast it for 40 more minutes. Remove it from the oven and let it cool off a little and then refrigerate it for at least a hour.
Meanwhile, boil the ramen noodles according to the package directions and then drain them.
Also, in a three- quart saucepan, bring one inch of water to a boil, and steam the carrots and zucchini for five minutes.
Also, prepare the eggs: Place the eggs in a three quart saucepan and cover with water. Bring the pot to a boil, and then cover the pot and remove it from the heat. Let the eggs sit in the water for six minutes. Then, drain the eggs and peel them. Cut the eggs in half.
Also, steam the corn. Place it on a plate, cover it with a paper towel, and microwave for six minutes. Remove the kernels from the cob.
In a Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil and then add the red miso and ginger. Cook for one minute and then add the chicken stock.
Bring it to a simmer and keep it warm until you're ready to plate the soup.
In a cast iron skillet, heat another tablespoon of oil on high heat. Slice the pork into thin slices and cook it on both sides, until it start to get crispy.
Divide the broth between 4 bowls. Add the noodles, pork belly, corn, zucchini, eggs, carrots, and peppers. Then, sprinkle on the sesame seeds, scallions, and sesame oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal

Keyword pork

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soup

by Sharon

September 7, 2022

Honeycrisp Apple and Bacon Salad

Honeycrisp Apple and Bacon Salad is one of our favorite fall salads. I start this salad by toasting pecans in a skillet until they’re crispy. Then, I toss the pecans together with Honeycrisp apples, apple chips, bacon, and grapes. Finally, I drizzle on my homemade …

salad

by Sharon

September 7, 2022

Creamy Lobster and Corn Pappardelle

Creamy Lobster and Corn Pappardelle is one of our favorite summer dinners. I start this dish by steaming two lobsters. Then, I boil the pappardelle and steam the corn. Next, I make a creamy Parmesan sauce and toss everything together. We like this pappardelle dish …

seafood

by Sharon

September 4, 2022

Uji Matcha Bubble Tea

Uji Matcha Bubble Tea is one of our favorite summer treats. I start this drink by whisking together the matcha mixture. Then, I shake it up with ice, milk, and Trader Joe’s Instant Brown Sugar Boba Kit packets. We like this drink for several reasons. First of all, I like that making this at home is much more convenient than buying it out. Secondly, I like that I can make this yummy quick treat in just about five minutes. And, finally, we all love the sweet green tea flavors in this drink.

The Equipment I Used

A Microwave- I used this to defrost my boba kits.
Jars with Lids- The jars make it so easy to shake everything together.
An Instant Read Thermometer- Use this to make sure your water is at the correct temperature to blend with the matcha.

The Ingredients Needed for Uji Matcha Bubble Tea

Matcha- I used Zen Tea Leaf Uji Matcha Green Tea. It’s hands down the best matcha I’ve ever had. I highly recommend it.
Trader Joe’s Instant Brown Sugar Boba Kit- You can find this in the freezer case at Trader Joe’s.
Milk- I used whole milk, but you can use any kind of milk that you like. I think oat milk would be really great in this drink.

How I Made my Matcha Boba

First, I mixed the matcha powder with the water. You want to be sure that the mixture is very well mixed. And you can save this mixture overnight in the refrigerator.
Next, I added the brown sugar boba mixture to the jars.
Then, I poured in the ice and milk.
Finally, I added the matcha and shook up each jar. Be sure to shake the jars up well.

If you like matcha, you need to try this delicious and refreshing Uji Matcha Bubble Tea.

Uji Matcha Bubble Tea

Uji Matcha Bubble Tea features a matcha latte poured over milk, brown sugar syrup, and brown sugar boba.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course Drinks

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