Is your weeknight menu getting a bit stale? There’s something to be said for the tried and true, but sometimes your tastebuds need a kick. Why not go international? Exploring foods from various continents introduces you to new flavors and ingredients, many of which benefit your overall health and well-being. Here are eight fun ways to enjoy Asian food at home. 1. Try Fusion “Asian fusion” may sound like a modern trend, but it has ancient origins. Chefs have long experimented with various cuisines, and those who traveled brought back new flavors to add to everyday dishes. However, most folks these days think of funky foods a la Wolfgang Puck, such as buffalo…

Ramen is a quick, easy and inexpensive meal option that many people rely on to stay within their food budgets. However, most of us simply use the original recipe and don’t take any creative liberties. It’s time to shake up your Ramen noodles and try something different. Here are ten unique ramen recipes you should try.  Ramen Sliders  Our first recipe is a clever combination of ramen noodles and cheeseburger sliders. The noodles act as the buns, so you need to cook them into solid, yet flexible blocks for the recipe to work. The buttery noodles pair well with the juicy beef and the other standard burger toppings (lettuce, tomato…

I totally love to cook and am always trying new cuisines and experimenting with new recipes. I recently had the chance to try Risotto, which I cannot believe I have never had until now as it is so yummy and satisfying. I enjoyed the Risotto so much that I have decided to do my research to find out how to make the best batches of Risotto for me and my own family. Risotto is a creamy Italian dish, made using Arborio rice and that tastes a lot like the rice version of a yummy mac and cheese. That is everything to me and the reason I loved this recipe as…

When it comes to nutrition, the term “plant-based diet” is all the latest crazes. The benefits of eating a vegetarian diet are numerous and they include a reduced chance of heart disease, diabetes, and certain malignancies. Going plant-based does not mean you would only have to eat salads for the rest of your lives. Just be a bit creative and you surely would not even go back to meat-based foods afterwards.   Here is a list of the best plant-based meals that would definitely make you come back in seconds.   Chickpea curry  Curry dishes are often linked with animal-based foods. However, curry can also be made with plant-based proteins. Try this Indian-style curry with chickpeas and basmati brown rice to liven things up while keeping costs down. This is because you would only need canned…

You may have tried traditional Japanese fares like sushi and ramen, but what other renowned dishes are there to sample? Japan’s culture and history are reflected in the way they prepare food. You can get a taste of this beautiful country’s rich culture without having to go halfway across the world by visiting the best Japanese restaurant in Toronto. Japanese cuisine has risen in popularity across the world as a result of how healthy but delicious Japanese meals can be. The Japanese believe in the saying “you are what you eat,” and they make a point of balancing nutrients and colors in every meal. Sushi – Nigiri Nigiri means “two fingers”…

Szechuan cuisine boasts some of the most diverse and complex flavors around. The mix of traditional Chinese, Arabic, and Latin American spices can be combined together into a variety of delicious variations, but the complexity of these flavors can make many think that they’re complex to cook. That’s not the case! While Szechuan cooking might involve working with a few ingredients you otherwise wouldn’t, it’s not that hard to learn. Here are some of the most popular Szechuan dishes you can cook at home. The Importance of Mapo Tofu There are few better comfort foods out there than mapo tofu – at least if you have the tolerance for a…

A Few Simple and Delicious Indian Foods India is one of the largest and most populous countries in the world. This country has a long and interesting history and tradition and unique culture. Of course, just like many other countries in the world, India has an original national cuisine. Today, the attention of many gourmands is focused on India because many of the dishes prepared there include vegetables, fruits, spices and other ingredients that make the dishes very healthy. Since India is a large country, it is no surprise why their cuisine is so diverse. But, regardless of its versatility, the vast majority of people agree that the food is…