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My recipes represent who I am. While I focus on Korean recipes, I have much more than just Korean here as I love all cuisines, including Indian, Mediterranean, Italian, Japanese, Ethiopian, Chinese, and more! They have changed and have (hopefully) improved over the years just as I have. However, I have tried to keep two factors constant throughout this evolution: taste and simplicity. Every recipe I create or adopt as my own must be delicious (to me), and relatively easy to make. I hope you will find my recipes to be just that. Please try them, personalize them, and let me know how you liked them!
Guacamole is a beloved Mexican dish that has become a global sensation. This creamy, flavorful dip is made from ripe avocados, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Its rich texture and fresh taste make it a perfect accompaniment to tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, and …
My Italian Stuffed Tomatoes recipe is a decent departure from the average stuffed tomato recipe. It isn’t baked in the tomato. It doesn’t contain bread crumbs. Every other recipe that I had found had both of those as an attribute. So, I set out to find …
This Sukiyaki recipe comes with a bit of history. In 2003 when I opened my Japanese restaurant in Tucson, I wanted to offer something unique. That something was a Sukiyaki / Shabu-Shabu bar. It had been done in NYC and LA, but had not yet …
This Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe is a very simple, hearty, and delicious dish made with heart-healthy ingredients. This is another instance where I have been amazed at how well coconut oil and coconut yogurt replace butter and cream – making this dish a bit healthier …
This Mediterranean Cucumber Salad recipe creates a refreshing salad that is great for a warm summer or to accompany gyros or other Mediterranean meat dishes. I have found myself making this dish more often now that I have a spiralizer – a great kitchen tool …
This Caprese Salad recipe is about as simple, but delicious, as it gets in Italian cuisine. There are a variety of ways to prepare and plate, but the simplest method using whole slices and leaves seems to be the best for me. I sometimes substitute …
Spicy Grilled Shishito Peppers are a simple yet irresistible appetizer that has gained popularity in recent years. These small, slender peppers are native to Japan and are known for their mild, slightly sweet flavor with an occasional spicy kick. Grilling the peppers adds a delightful …
