http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/ennoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:24:39 -0500Bloggertag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242721125http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/343179350/crispy-old-bay-shrimp.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-82200046319237756652008-07-23T00:01:00.847-04:00 Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled, tails intact 1 cup cornmeal 1 egg 2 tablespoons Old Bay salt black pepper canola oil Directions: Whisk together the salt, pepper, Old Bay, and cornmeal. Pour into a shallow bowl and set aside. Beat an egg in a second bowl. Heat about 1 1/2 inches of oil in a large saucepan or skillet, enough to cover the shrimp. Dredge the shrimp in egg, then dip into http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/crispy-old-bay-shrimp.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/342754535/announcement-and-winner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:52:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-52609185823835448232008-07-22T13:27:47.682-04:00I contributed a recipe to the Neighbors Project's Bodega In A Box cookbook that is available for sale right now. Proceeds help fund the Food & Liquor project which aims to encourage locally owned corner stores and bodegas to carry fresh produce and other Neighbors Project initiatives. The Bodega in a Box has all you need to hold a party using only ingredients found at the corner bodega: a http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/announcement-and-winner.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/341584867/big-mess-ogreens.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:20:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-8372699511247627002008-07-21T11:06:27.432-04:00 Ingredients: 2 lb mustard greens 2 quarts chicken or turkey stock 4 cloves garlic, sliced 3 smoked turkey legs 2 habanero peppers, seeded, stemmed and sliced 2 onions, diced 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions: First, remove the stems from the greens and tear them into small pieces. Rinse http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/big-mess-ogreens.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/339972142/bacon-rice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:00:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-88027905792606924842008-07-19T14:02:52.531-04:00 Ingredients: 5 slices thick cut bacon for the omelet: 1 green onion, chopped (green parts only) 3 eggs 1 teaspoon sesame oil 4 dried shiitake mushrooms canola oil For the rice: 1 cup sushi rice* a couple drops sesame oil sesame seeds For the Chinese broccoli: 4-5 stalks Chinese broccoli (gai lan), chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 tablespoon light soy sauce or kecap http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/bacon-rice.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/338656566/hawaiian-style-pork-burgers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Thu, 17 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-34413911242421497812008-07-18T00:01:01.467-04:00 Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork 4 tablespoons panko 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, grated 1inch knob fresh ginger, grated 1/4 teaspoon pineapple juice white pepper salt to serve: 4 pineapple slices* Hawaiian rolls Directions: With a gentle hand, mix together all of the burger ingredients. Form into 4 patties. Grill over medium heat about 3-5 minutes on each side. Make sure the burgerhttp://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/hawaiian-style-pork-burgers.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/336723162/hawaiian-hamburger-rolls.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-40589499755877070572008-07-18T06:34:46.059-04:00 Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups flour 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup pineapple juice 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 oz active dry yeast for the egg wash 1 egg yolk 1 teaspoon water Directions: Stir together the milk, pineapple juice, butter, vanilla, sugar and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil then remove from heat and allow the http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/hawaiian-hamburger-rolls.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/334757024/tropical-fusion-baked-beans.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sun, 13 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-68318381363603194332008-07-14T13:34:44.817-04:00 Ingredients: 16 oz dried navy beans 1 large onion, sliced 1 mango, cubed 4 garlic cloves 1/2 cup chile sauce (like Heinz) 1/2 cup water 2 inch knob of fresh ginger, sliced 4 tablespoons molasses 1 tablespoon liquid smoke 1 tablespoon pineapple juice 1 tablespoon grainy mustard* 2 teaspons salt 2 teaspoons pepper 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon cloves 1 teaspoon allspice 1 teaspoon ground http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/tropical-fusion-baked-beans.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/333655736/lemongrass-ginger-granita.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sat, 12 Jul 2008 12:17:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-2984397207206855952008-07-13T08:59:21.424-04:00 Ingredients: 4 cups water 6 stalks lemongrass, chopped 2 inch knob ginger, sliced 1/2 cup sugar 2 tablespoons lemongrass cello* Directions: In a small pot, bring together the lemongrass, ginger, sugar and water to a boil. Continue to boil until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is very fragrant. Strain into a large measuring cup. It should measure about 2 1/2 cups. Stir in the Lemongrasshttp://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/lemongrass-ginger-granita.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/332337596/thai-tofu-on-lemongrass-skewers_11.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Thu, 10 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-23153252517016161752008-07-11T00:01:13.111-04:00 Ingredients: marinade: 1/2 cup roughly chopped Thai basil 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce 1 stalk lemongrass, cut into bits 2 garlic cloves, grated 2 inch knob ginger, grated 1 inch knob galanga, grated 1 Thai chile pepper, minced 1 teaspoon palm sugar pepper salt to serve: 2 zucchini, sliced horizontally in 1 inch chunks 8 lemongrass stalks shiitake orhttp://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/thai-tofu-on-lemongrass-skewers_11.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/331396523/contest-ultimate-grilling-spices-gift.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Wed, 09 Jul 2008 23:08:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-10346404444957327312008-07-17T12:48:49.146-04:00 As you know, we have been heavily into grilling on our Weber Gold this Summer. So far for My Grill Fridays I've posted: Grilled Corn on the Cob Porcini Mushroom Dry Rubbed Steak Grilled Rapini and Mushrooms Seasoned Potato Wedges Chipotle Cheese Spread Pomegranate Mint Glazed Pork and I have a lot more to come. There will be new recipes every Friday until Labor Day. Since we are almost at http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/contest-ultimate-grilling-spices-gift.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/330082491/smoky-spicy-sloppy-joes-for-grown-ups.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Mon, 07 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-33428200097924669342008-07-08T15:20:13.537-04:00 Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb lean ground beef 6 oz tomato paste 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup bourbon 1 medium onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 carrot, finely grated 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon allspice smokehouse http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/smoky-spicy-sloppy-joes-for-grown-ups.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/328542180/blueberry-gelato.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-67953614106584358372008-07-07T00:01:00.115-04:00 Directions: 2 cups blueberries 2 cups milk 1/2 cup sugar 2 tablespoons water zest and juice of 1 lime Directions: In a medium saucepan bring the blueberries, water and sugar to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat and simmer until the blueberries are easily mashed and the sugar is fully dissolved. Mash with a potato masher until fairly smooth. You can either strain (really mashinghttp://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/blueberry-gelato.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/327512181/mango-coconut-carrot-spice-muffins.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sat, 05 Jul 2008 12:56:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-71172092721984488662008-07-05T13:56:14.416-04:00 Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups shredded carrot 1/2 cup cubed mango 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup sugar 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup canola oil 1/3 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon cardamom 1 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon cloves 1/4 teaspoon mace 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 large http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/mango-coconut-carrot-spice-muffins.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/326343538/grilled-corn-on-cob.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Thu, 03 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-15487569685995609722008-07-04T10:41:38.884-04:00 Ingredients: 4-6 ears of corn olive oil spices* Directions: Peel off outermost layers of husk, leaving just a few towards the center. Peel the husks of the corn back just enough to remove the silk but do not remove the husk. Discard the silk. Brush the kernels with olive oil and sprinkle with spices. Pull the husks back over the corn and secure the ends if needed. I used discarded husk as http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/grilled-corn-on-cob.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/324569748/tarragon-chive-and-caper-deviled-eggs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Tue, 01 Jul 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-61481779982598964262008-07-02T00:01:12.717-04:00 Ingredients: 6 hard boiled eggs, peeled and sliced lengthwise 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon capers 4 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon 2 teaspoons chopped fresh or freeze dried chives white pepper Directions: In a small bowl, use a fork and thoroughly mix together the yolks, mayonnaise, mustard, tarragon, chives, pepper, and capers. Spoon an equal http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/07/tarragon-chive-and-caper-deviled-eggs.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/322968663/double-ginger-carrot-cupcakes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sun, 29 Jun 2008 23:02:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-15174054652007810332008-06-30T07:45:18.276-04:00 Ingredients: 1 cup shredded carrots 3/4 cup flour 1/2 cup sugar 3 tablespoons canola oil 1/3 cup milk 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 2 inch knob ginger, grated zest of 1/2 lemon 1 egg, at room temperature cinnamon cream cheese frosting Directions: Preheat oven to 350. Line or grease and flour 6 wells in a cupcake pan. In a large bowl, mix all http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/double-ginger-carrot-cupcakes.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/322959707/cinnamon-cream-cheese-frosting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sun, 29 Jun 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-51980629586270206362008-06-30T00:01:01.533-04:00 Ingredients: 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1 1/4 cup confectioners sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon Directions: Beat all ingredients until smooth. Spread on cooled cupcakes or cake. My thoughts:Tasty, simple icing that is great on spice cake. Quick tip: if it is very hot weather, keep the frosting refrigerated until you are almost ready to serve, then ice the cupcakes. http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/cinnamon-cream-cheese-frosting.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/322229243/yogurt-herb-two-potato-salad.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:59:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-3966236424492464932008-07-01T14:51:20.393-04:00 Directions: 1 1/2 lb red skin potatoes, cubed 1 1/2 lb purple potatoes, cubed 2 stalks celery, diced 1 bunch scallions, greens and white parts, diced for the dressing: 150 g (5.3 oz) Greek yogurt 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/3 cup chives, cut into 1/4 inch pieces 1/4 cup chopped tarragon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 1/4 teaspoon celery seed Directions: Bring a large pot of http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/yogurt-herb-two-potato-salad.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/321030030/seasoned-potato-wedges.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Thu, 26 Jun 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-79031926562539707962008-06-27T00:01:01.212-04:00 Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb red skin potatoes, cut into wedges* olive oil salt black pepper garlic powder smoked paprika Directions: Bring a pot of water to boil. Drop in the potatoes, return to a boil and boil the potatoes for 3-5 minutes. You do not want to completely cook, you just want to get them started i.e. parboil the potatoes. Drain and pat dry. Drizzle with olive oil. Liberally sprinkle http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/seasoned-potato-wedges.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/319395377/coconut-pancakes-with-cardamom-syrup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-54336762992207893272008-06-25T06:40:43.375-04:00 Ingredients: for the pancakes: 1 3/4 cups flour 1 1/2 cups milk 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 2 1/2 tablespoons melted butter 3 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons coconut natural flavor blend* 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs for the syrup: 1/2 cup golden syrup 1/2 tablespoon butter 6 drops of cardamom extract** butter for griddle Directions: Whisk together all pancake ingredients together http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/coconut-pancakes-with-cardamom-syrup.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/318266329/ginger-peach-streusel-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sun, 22 Jun 2008 20:04:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-50253901751450658832008-06-23T13:57:18.206-04:00 Ingredients: for the cake: 2 cups flour 2 cups sliced fresh peaches 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup butter, at room temperature 2 teaspoons baking powder 3 drops ginger extract* 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 egg, at room temperature for the streusel: 1/4 cup butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup sugar 1/3 cup flour 1 teaspoon ground ginger Directions: Preheat the oven to 375. http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/ginger-peach-streusel-cake.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/317055879/shrimp-scallop-noodle-bowl.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Sat, 21 Jun 2008 15:02:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-75710551085628473372008-06-21T19:40:47.981-04:00 Ingredients: for the sauce: 1 1/4 cup shrimp stock 2 inch knob ginger, sliced 2 inch knob galangal, sliced 1 stalk lemongrass, sliced 1 teaspoon palm sugar dissolved in 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch for the stir fry: 3/4 lb shrimp 3/4 lb scallop 6 oz fresh shiitake mushrooms 2 carrots, in matchsticks 2 head Shanghai cabbage, sliced in 1/4 inch wide pieces horizontally 1b fresh egg http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/shrimp-scallop-noodle-bowl.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/316114375/chipotle-cheese-spread.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-25628383019915583492008-06-23T10:06:41.815-04:00 Ingredients: 3 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar 6 chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped 6 tablespoons mayonnaise 4 teaspoons adobe sauce 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce salt white pepper to serve: 4 hamburger patties* hamburger rolls Directions: Mash together all of the ingredients with a fork in a medium bowl. Grill hamburgers until almost done. Evenly divide the cheese mixture and top each http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/chipotle-cheese-spread.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/314701349/dragon-fruit-sorbet.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:18:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-10322528451396052242008-06-18T14:19:12.274-04:00 Ingredients: 2 dragon fruits (also known as pitaya or pitahaya) 3/4 cup cold water 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon agave nectar or simple syrup Directions: Cut the dragon fruit in half. Scoop out the flesh. Reserve the halves for serving, if desired. Freeze the halves until you are ready to fill them (to help them maintain their shape). Meanwhile, place the pulp in the blender along http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/dragon-fruit-sorbet.htmlhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/WTup/~3/313272334/carrot-cucumber-salad.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rachel)Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:01:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7131242.post-73158742180183615612008-06-16T16:16:15.074-04:00 Ingredients: 4 medium carrots, sliced diagonally 3 Spring onions, greens and white, chopped* 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced diagonally dressing: 1/4 cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 2 cloves garlic, grated 1 inch knob ginger, grated 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Directions: Whisk together all of the dressing ingredients. Toss http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/2008/06/carrot-cucumber-salad.html