Asian Turkey Pot Stickers

June 20th, 2013 | Posted by Milana in Appetizers | Asian Cuisine - (2 Comments)

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INGREDIENTS:

1 carrot peeled
1/8 small red cabbage
2 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
3 Tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp sesame oil
1 lb ground turkey breast
5 scallions, chopped
90 round or square spinach dumpling or gyoza wrappers
2 Tbsp peanut oil

DIRECTIONS:

Add carrot and cabbage to the food processor and process until finely chopped. Add the ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame oil. Pulse a couple times and taste to see if you want more of any seasoning.
Add ground turkey and pulse until incorporated. Place filling in a bowl and stir in chopped green onions.
Put one rounded teaspoon worth of filling in the center of the wrapper. Moisten the edge of half the wrapper then fold both edges up and pinch the edges.
To cook, pour canola oil in a skillet and heat on medium high. Add the potstickers and let fry for one minute, then add 1/4 cup water to the pan and cover with lid. Steam 6 minutes then remove the lid. Let fry another 1-3 minutes until the edge touching the pan is golden. Don’t move the potstickers until you are ready to take them from the pan to prevent sticking and tearing.

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This recipe was inspired by Ellie Krieger’s Soft Asian Summer Rolls which I have tweaked to make it my own. πŸ™‚ These are perfect as a lite, healthy appetizer your family will love.

INGREDIENTS:

2 oz cooked rice noodles

6 rice paper rounds

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( about 5 oz each)

1/2 cup shredded carrot

3 Romain lettuce leaves cut in half leaving you with 6 equal halves

DIRECTIONS:

Bring water to a boil and cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse and cool (makes about 2 cups).

Butterfly the chicken breast and place on a baking sheet that has been greased with cooking spray. Sprinkle the chicken with Mrs. Dash Chicken Seasoning and a pinch of turmeric spice. Broil on high for about 7 min or until cooked through. Cool and Slice into strips.

 Line up ingredients in small bowls before beginning to make rolls. Fill a large bowl or saucepan with very warm water. Place a rice paper round in the hot water. Soak for between 30 seconds and 1 minute, or until rice round is pliable and pattern on the round is barely visible. Remove and place on a clean, slightly damp kitchen towel.

Place lettuce leave on the inner edge of the rice round, about 1-inch from the edge and leaving about 1-inch on each side. Top with approximately 1/4 cup cooked rice noodles. Place 3 strips of chicken on top. Top with about 2 tablespoons carrots. Bring the edge over filling and tuck underneath. As you continue to roll, fold in the sides. Finish rolling, repeat with the other rolls, and reserve under a damp cloth or paper towel. When ready to serve, slice in half on and serve, cut ends up.

Nutrition Facts:

Nutrititional Analysis
                                     Per Serving
 
Calories
                                     130
 
Total Fat
                                     3.6g
 
Cholesterol
                                     34.3mg
 
Sodium
                                    100mg
 
Carbohydrates
                                     18g
 
Protein
                                     21.7g
 
Fiber
                                      2.3g

 

 

 

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What is Soba Noodles?

November 25th, 2011 | Posted by Milana in Asian Cuisine | Food Picks - (0 Comments)

 

Soba is the Japanese name for buckwheat. It is synonymous with a type of thin noodle made from buckwheat flour. Soba noodles look very much like  spaghetti noodles except they are a light brown in color. They are quite popular in Japan and gaining popularity in many other places. You can find them in any Asian supermarket .  I especially love their nutty flavor and smooth texture when they’re cooked. They cook in boiling water within 5 minutes. One serving (1 cup) is 113 calories, with .1 grams fat, 24 grams carbs, amd 6 grams of protein. Soba contains all eight essential amino acids, including  lysine, which is lacking in wheat. Soba contains a specific type of polysaccharide that is easily digested. I usually drizzle these noodles with 1 tsp of sesame oil topped with sauteed chicken breast and broccoli. Give these noodles a try, this may be your new favorite go-to noodle πŸ˜‰

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