Tiger Cry! Spicy Thai Steak

There are a few different stories about the origin of Tiger Cry. Some say that the steak for this dish comes from the most tender, marbled part of the cow, leaving nothing but the tough bits, therefore making the tiger cry. I like the tale that says the dipping sauce that is served with the…

Salt-Toasted Pork Ribs / Suon Ram Man

In just about every REAL Chinese restaurant, you’ll find these on the menu.  What constitutes “real?”  These RIBS!  You won’t find them in your neighborhood Chinese Takeout/Delivery place!  I’ve made these battered and naked.  We prefer the nekkid kind at my house!  Here’s the recipe!          

Spicy Chicken Tenders

Josh had a great idea while we are cooking dinner last night . . . I think Rachel Ray may already do something like this but  . . .  I’m going to Just Cuc it 😉 and share my recipes for Quick Meals–meals you can prepare in 15-20 minutes! He watches me run around the kitchen sometimes…

Bye Bye Carbs! Blackened Catfish

Josh and I decided we really needed to start eating better and losing some of this happy relationship weight that has inched its way into our britches! We are trying a semi Atkins diet.  Pretty Low – carb, close to no carb, but it almost seems impossible to cut ALL carbs out of one’s diet…

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

AKA:  Campechana de mariscos, a spicy tomato-based, citrusy cocktail packed with shrimp and avocado.   I learned this recipe from some friends whose son used to play soccer with Jonah when he was younger out in Sugarland.  Sylvia shared this delicious recipe and it has been a party pleaser for almost a decade now.  🙂 The only…