Exotic BBQ Sauce

  Exotic BBQ Sauce - This simple, savory, bbq sauce recipe has a zesty Asian taste to it, giving it an exquisite, ethnic flavor. Great for all meats, the fresh herbs and magnificant, International hoisin sauce got together so well, it makes absolutely anything tase delicious!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Main Ingredient: BBQ Sauce
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Exotic BBQ Sauce

TANGY BARBECUE SAUCE:
1 1/2 tb Peanut oil
1 tb Orange zest
2 tb Finely chopped shallots
2 tb Chinese chilibean sauce OR 2 tb Finely chopped scallions
2 ts Satay paste
1 tb Finely chopped garlic
2 ts Tomato paste
1 tb Finely chopped fresh ginger
1 ts Chinese white rice vinegar
2 tb Fine chopped fresh cilantro - or cider vinegar
3 tb Finely chopped fresh chiles
1/2 c Orange juice
2 tb Rice wine or dry sherry
1 1/2 tb Light soy sauce
3 tb Hoisin sauce
1 1/2 tb Dark soy sauce
2 tb Sugar
1 ts Salt
2 ts Chinese sesame oil
1 ts Freshly ground
black pepper

Directions to make Exotic BBQ Sauce

Step 1:Heat a wok or large frying pan and add the oil. Quickly add the shallots, scallions, ginger and garlic. Stir-fry for 20 seconds and add the rest of the sauce ingredients. Reduce the heat and simmer the sauce gently for 15 minutes. Allow the sauce to cool. (These steps can be done hours ahead or even the night before.)

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Vegetarian Italian Sausages

vegetarian_italian_sausage Vegetarian Italian Sausages - This very versatile, vegetarian, Italian food recipe, is International cooking, at it’s easiest! Fiery, authentic, and amazing, these delectable sausages, are a “must try”.


How To Make Vegetarian Italian Sausages Video

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Asian Tuna Steaks

  Asian Tuna Steaks - An authentic Asian marinade, and hearty, moist tuna steaks, are combined for this easy International recipe distinct flavor, that is sure to tickle your tastebuds! Less than 30 minutes from start to finish, this light, healthy, tuna steak, and sweet and sassy marinade, are simply delectable!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 8-10 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Tuna Steak
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Asian Tuna Steaks

1/2 cup pineapple or other tropical fruit preserves
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks, about 1 inch thick

Directions to make Asian Tuna Steaks

Step 1:To prepare marinade, combine preserves, hoisin, lime juice, cilantro, ginger, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Stir well. Pour into a resealable plastic bag or glass bowl; toss tuna with marinade to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Step 2:Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
Step 3:Remove tuna steaks from marinade, shake off excess, and discard remaining marinade. Cook on preheated grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side. Be careful not to overcook - the tuna should be lightly browned on the outside but still slightly pink in the middle. Serve immediately.

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Light Angel Hair Pasta and Veggies

July 3, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
Filed under Boiled, Easy Recipes, Main Course, Supper

  Light Angel Hair Pasta with Veggies - An exquisite, fresh pasta and vegetable International recipe, that is made with olive oil, instead of sauce. The tiny angel hair noodles are used for this to keep it light, and so you don’t miss any of the other decadent flavors of fresh garlic, herbs , and veggies! Using fresh pasta, it not only provides more flavor, it cooks quick and easy as well.

Prep Time: 5-10 mins
Cook Time: 10-15 mins
Main Ingredient: Pasta, Vegetables
Difficulty Level: 2

Ingredients to make Light Angel Hair Pasta with Veggies

1 ts Olive oil
2 Garlic cloves, peel & mince
1/2 c Dry white wine
1/4 c Freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 c Chopped tomato (1 medium)
4 oz Spinach angel hair pasta
4 oz Semolina angel hair pasta
1/4 c Chopped fresh basil
2 tb Freshly grated Parmesan
Ground black pepper to taste

Directions to make Light Angel Hair Pasta with Veggies

Step 1:Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and maintain at a boil.
Step 2:Put the olive oil and garlic in a saute’ pan and cook over medium heat just until the garlic begins to brown. Remove the saute’ pan from the heat and pour in the wine. Return it to the heat. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the wine has been reduced by half. Stir in the lemon juice and tomato. Remove the pan from the heat.
Step 3:Place the pasta in the boiling water and cook to desired doneness, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain the pasta and put it into a warm serving bowl. Add the basil, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper, along with the tomato mixture. Toss and serve immediately.

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