28 September, 2021

Tofu & Broccoli (Vegan)

Posted in : Chinese Cuisine, One Pot Meals, Plant Based, Uncategorized, Vegan, Vegetarian on September 28, 2021 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: black pepper, broccoli, chinese food, chinese take out, cornstarch, garlic powder, ginger, ivyskitchen, mushroom powder, potato flour, sesame oil, sesame seeds, slurry, sugar, thai chili, tofu, tofu and broccoli, water, wok

Tofu is an important source of protein for vegetarians and vegans. I always have tofu and broccoli in my fridge. I wanted to whip up something quick and healthy during the week so I decided to make this quick “Chinese Take Out” favorite. This dish is savory with a small kick of heat. This serves
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21 August, 2020

Pork Chashu Fried Rice

Posted in : Breakfast/Brunch, Fusion, Hawaiian Dishes, Japanese Food, Kid Friendly - Ivy's KIDchen, Left Over Transformations, Pork, Rice Dishes on August 21, 2020 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: butter, fried rice, garlic, green onions, hawaiian food, hawaiian grinds, ivys kitchen, ivyskitchen, japanese food, japanese hawaiian fusion, left over transformations, oiishi, pork chashu, pork chashu fried rice, rice, scrambled eggs, sesame oil, shoyu, so ono

On my last video, I showed you my take on Japanese pork chashu. Instead of eating ramen two days in a row, I decided to transform my pork chashu into fried rice. You can’t go wrong with fried rice and this recipe. This dish is packed with tons of flavor! No words can describe this
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15 May, 2020

Chicken Karaage

Posted in : Appetizers, Chicken/Poultry, Japanese Food, Kid Friendly - Ivy's KIDchen on May 15, 2020 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: Appetizer, boneless chicken thighs, chicken, chicken karaage, chicken nuggets, chicken thighs, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, ivys kitchen, ivyskitchen, japanese chicken nuggets, Japanese cuisine, japanese food, japanese fried chicken, kewpie mayo, potato starch, sake, sesame oil, soy sauce, togarashi

I love chicken karaage. This is Japan’s version of a fried chicken nugget. This recipe is quick to make and turns out juicy, crispy, and delicious. Squeeze lemon on it to bring out the flavors and dip it in kewpie mayo topped with a Japanese chili powder called togarashi for some spiciness. I love hearing
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23 March, 2020

Wonton Noodle Soup

Posted in : Appetizers, Chicken/Poultry, Chinese Cuisine, Seafood, soup on March 23, 2020 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: bok choy, chicken broth, chicken stock, chili oil, chinese food, dumpling soup, egg noodles, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, gyoza, gyoza soup, instant noodles, Ivy's Kitchen, ivyskitchen, low sodium chicken broth, pot sticker soup, pot stickers, salt, sesame oil, shitake, shitake mushrooms, shredded chicken, shrimp, soup, soy sauce, sugar, thai food, white pepper, wonton noodle soup, wonton noodles, wonton soup, wontons

Covid Corona Virus 19 is no joke! During the self quarantine, I decided to make my wonton noodle soup. I usually have these ingredients on hand so I thought this recipe would be perfect to share with you! You can substitute the dry noodles with fresh egg noodles. To make this “Lent” friendly, omit the
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21 October, 2019

Pork & Noodle Stir Fry (with Vegan & Vegetarian options)

Posted in : Chinese Cuisine, Noodles, One Pot Meals, Stir Fry Dishes, Vegan, Vegetarian on October 21, 2019 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: baby bella mushrooms, bok choy, chinese american food, chinese food, cornstarch, dark soy sauce, egg noodles, garlic, golden mountain seasoning sauce, green onions, instant noodles, Ivy's Kitchen, ivyskitchen, low sodium soy sauce, mushrooms, noodles, oyster sauce, pork, red bell pepper, sesame oil, sesame seeds, shitake mushrooms, soy sauce, stir fried noodles, stir fry, sugar, thai chil, yellow onions

Looking for a quick flavorful meal to whip up with left over veggies? Try my pork & noodle stir fry dish. This dish is packed with tons of flavor. If you have the Asian staple ingredients in your pantry, this dish is a must try! It’s better than take out! Vegan/Vegetarian Option: Use Mushroom Sauce
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29 August, 2019

Tofu Summer Rolls / Tofu Fresh Spring Rolls

Posted in : Appetizers, Salad, Thai Food, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vietnamese Food on August 29, 2019 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: bibb lettuce, cabbage, carrot, cellophane noodles, cliantro, cucumber, firm tofu, fresh spring rolls, glass noodles, healthy, iceberg lettuce, Ivy's Kitchen, ivyskitchen, lettuce, low calories, mint, mung bean noodles, red cabbage, red leaf lettuce, rice noodles, rice paper, rice paper wrapper, sesame oil, soy sauce, summer rolls, thai appetizer, thai food, thai summer rolls, tofu fresh spring rolls, tofu summer rolls, vegan, vegetarian, vietnamese appetizer, vietnamese food, vietnamese fresh spring rolls

There is this Thai restaurant near my work that I frequent and always order their tofu summer rolls. I love that this recipe is fresh and healthy. Pair this up with my peanut sauce that I posted in the previous video. If you’re looking for something “filling” yet “light, try this recipe out. Perfect for
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8 August, 2019

Peanut Dipping Sauce

Posted in : Uncategorized on August 8, 2019 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: asian peanut sauce, chili paste, chunky, chunky peanut butter, creamy, garlic, hoisin sauce, Ivy's Kitchen, ivyskitchen, peanut dipping sauce, peanut sauce, sambal chili paste, sambal oelek, sesame oil, sugar, thai peanut sauce, Vegetable oil, vietnamese dipping sauce, vietnamese recipe, water

Coming soon Ingredients: Vegetable Oil (about 2 tsp) 5 garlic cloves minced (about 1 tbs) 5 tbs Hoisin Sauce 1 tbsp chunky peanut butter 1 tbs sugar 1 tsp sambal oelek/sambal chili paste 6 tbs water 1/4 tsp sesame oil (optional) Steps: Heat oil and saute garlic on low heat. Do not burn the garlic!
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19 June, 2019

Char Siu Pork / Chinese BBQ Pork

Posted in : Chinese Cuisine, Pork on June 19, 2019 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: bbq, brown sugar, cantonese, cantonese cuisine, chinese bbq pork, chinese cuisine, chinese pork bbq, chinese roasted pork, dark soy sauce, fermented red bean curd, garlic, hoisin sauce, honey, Ivy's Kitchen, ivyskitchen, pork butt, pork shoulder, red bean curd, red chili flakes, roasted pork, sesame oil, shaoxing wine, soy sauce, sugar, water, white pepper, white sugar

I was inspired to make Chinese Pork BBQ after my trip to China Town in San Francisco, CA. This dish is not complicated at all, however you will need the time and patience to make this dish. Don’t worry, this dish will be worth the time and patience. Pork turned out tender and juicy! Ingredients:
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17 September, 2018

Chicken Fried Rice

Posted in : Chicken/Poultry, Chinese Cuisine, Japanese Food, Kid Friendly - Ivy's KIDchen, One Pot Meals, Rice Dishes on September 17, 2018 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: benihana fried rice, butter, buttery fried rice, carrots, chicken, chicken breast, chicken fried rice, chicken thighs, day old rice, eggs, fried rice, garlic, green onions, hibachi fried rice, ivys kidchen, ivys ktichen, ivyskitchen, left over transformations, low sodium soy sauce, onion, peas, restaurant recreations, rice, rice left overs, rice transformations, sesame oil, soy saue

Photo credit: Benihana I had left over cooked rice and extra raw chicken thighs from another night. I decided to try to recreate Benihana’s chicken fried rice. It didn’t exactly come out the way their’s did, however it still turned out delicious. This dish is simple to make and a great way to reuse left
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15 November, 2017

Bulgolgi Fried Rice

Posted in : Kid Friendly - Ivy's KIDchen, Korean Dishes, Rice Dishes, Stir Fry Dishes on November 15, 2017 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: bulgogi, carrot, celery, eggs, garlic, green onion, Ivy's Kitchen, ivys kidchen, ivyskitchen, korean bbq, onion, pepper, salt, sesame oil, Vegetable oil

I love hosting Korean BBQ at home. I usually pick up pre-marinated meats at my local Korean grocery store. Whenever I host, I always have left over bulgolgi, which are thin marinated beef strips, and I always have left over cooked rice. Whenever I have left over rice and protein, I love turning them into fried
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