I grew up on the Big Island of Hawaii, eating traditional Hawaiian food like poke and lomi lomi salmon. Here I give you my favorite recipes for both of these dishes and show you how to make them in my video.
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Over the last few weeks, I’ve posted a few of the recipes I’ve learned to make over on my YouTube channel. I’m lucky enough to have several Japanese friends who have taught me their favorite Japanese recipes over the years. I love Japanese recipes because they are super healthy (assuming you are okay eating rice), but have a ton of flavor.
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The secret to my gluten-free chicken nugget recipe is to get your oil super hot before adding the breaded chicken. This ensures that the chicken comes out slightly browned and crispy, not soggy from extra oil being absorbed. I use avocado oil because it doesn’t smoke at high heat (like olive oil does), but you could use a variety of Paleo-friendly oils, including coconut oil, or even a mixture.
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Japchae is a traditional Korean dish featuring special Korean noodles and vegetables. It originated as a royal dish but is now an indispensable part of any Korean feast. The word “japchae” translates to “mixed vegetables,” which makes sense given that this recipe features an assortment of fresh vegetables cooked separately to perfect crispness.
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Jambalaya is a classic New Orleans dish that got its start in the historic city’s French quarter. Thanks to its history, New Orleans enjoys diverse influences from Spain, France, and West Africa, all of which come together to create a very tasty dish featuring meat, rice, vegetables, and spices.
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This chicken pho recipe is an easy way to get dinner on the table in about 30 minutes. The refreshing herbal flavors and luscious broth make chicken pho a winner with everyone in your family, whether you’re watching macros so you can hit those fitness goals or you’re trying to feed your kids something healthy.
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As someone who is also concerned about fitness, I make sure to know what I'm putting in my body by reading nutrition labels when I grocery shop. Educating ourselves is important because there's a lot of misleading information.
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Adobo is similar to a Filipino stew. Like many Filipino dishes, vinegar features heavily in adobo, which can actually be made with any kind of meat. I like to use chicken in my adobo because it’s low in fat and appeals to picky eaters.
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My mama grew up in the South, so some of my favorite recipes are Southern classics, like these Snap Green Beans with Red Potatoes and Turkey. This tasty side dish often makes an appearance at holidays like Thanksgiving, but it’s good any time of year when you want something that’s hearty and comforting but still healthy.
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I’m a busy mama with 5 kids and my own business. Sometimes I like to go all out and make a special meal, but most nights I need something quick and healthy that I can throw together in under an hour, like this 30-Minute Beef and Broccoli Recipe. It’s what I like to call a kitchen quick shot!
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Pozole is the name of this style of stew. It's also the Spanish word for hominy. Hominy is corn kernels that have been soaked in a lye solution to alter their flavor, texture, and appearance. If you want a Paleo version of this dish, just leave out the hominy! Then you have more of a chicken chile verde.
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Rice au Gras, also known as “fat rice,” is a specialty of the Ivory Coast in West Africa. I learned this recipe from my sister-in-law, who makes it every New Year for her family. It’s a traditional celebratory dish that, true to its name, usually has a lot of fat! To make this recipe healthier but still tasty, I’ve substituted the vegetable shortening for olive oil and reduced the amount of fat while still maintaining flavor.
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This recipe includes a few special tricks, like adding mustard to the egg mixture to add a little flavor. You'll also want to make sure the oil is piping hot before cooking, and don't crowd the tilapia as it lowers the heat of the oil. For a side dish, I serve my cornmeal fried tilapia with red beans and rice, just like my mama used to. I add a side salad as well to keeps things a little healthier.
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These two recipes are some of my favorites to cook up on the weekend. You can put Paleo chermoula and ladolemono on virtually anything to add a little flavor and keep your meals interesting. The herbs in each are super healthy for you too! Chermoula contains cilantro and parsley and comes from North Africa (Morocco specifically). Ladolemono is a Greek sauce featuring oregano. Both are excellent on fish, grilled meats, and even grilled veggies or salads.
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I grew up on the Big Island of Hawaii with lots of Filipino friends and family. As a kid, I learned to cook several Filipino dishes, including this tasty chicken adobo. It’s Paleo, Keto, and super easy to make!
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