Archive For January 2015

Famous Detective Falls in Switzerland! Sherlock! – travel review

Famous Detective Falls in Switzerland! Sherlock! – travel review

Now I have the attention of my dear, curious reader! Always eager for some dramatic news. Did our hero trip over a ski pole? Perhaps a slide on a fondue slick? Who is this unfortunate sleuth, anyway? In truth, this is old news …over one hundred year-old news, and the aforementioned detective is none other…

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Crunchy Chicken (or Pork) with Yutaka Panko Breadcrumbs

Crunchy Chicken (or Pork) with Yutaka Panko Breadcrumbs

by Chrissie Walker   It seems like anything fried in breadcrumbs is a winner with the whole family. The trick is to present moist meat with plenty of flavour and crunch. Yutaka Panko breadcrumbs certainly help with texture – sealing in those delicious juices and seasonings. Here is a spicy coating to enhance the natural…

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Chicken with Satay Sauce

Chicken with Satay Sauce

From BBC Food   Ingredients 450g/1lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2.5cm/1in cubes 1½ tbsp groundnut (peanut) oil   For the marinade tbsp light soy sauce 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry salt freshly ground black pepper 2 tsp cornflour   For the sauce 3 tbsp sesame paste or smooth peanut butter…

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Crispy Duck with Apricot and Plum Sauce

Crispy Duck with Apricot and Plum Sauce

From BBC Food   For a delicious way to cook duck, try this recipe for crispy-skinned breast with a homemade plum sauce.   Ingredients For the marinade: 4 tbsp grated fresh root ginger 2 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry 2 tbsp ground Sichuan peppercorns pinch of salt, to taste (optional) 6 whole star…

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Coronation Chicken

Coronation Chicken

From BBC Food   This retro dish is delicious in sandwiches and perfect for picnics and street parties.   Ingredients 1.5kg/4lb free-range chicken 4 spring onions, sliced 6 garlic cloves, peeled, left whole 1 tbsp sea salt 10 whole black peppercorns   For the sauce 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1 tbsp curry…

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