Ginger is full of antioxidants. In fact, it is a natural way to combat nausea. Although I’m not a big fan of ginger in desserts, I love ginger in savory dishes. Carrots are high in Vitamin A, which promotes better vision. The best thing about my carrot ginger soup is that it’s simple and economic … Read more
Gai Lan is Chinese broccoli. It looks nothing like American broccoli. In fact, it doesn’t have the beautiful florets that American broccoli does and is leafier. I love a good roasted American broccoli (find my recipe here https://zanygastro.com/roasting-broccoli/) but Gai Lan is another way to add more vegetables to my diet. The more varied plants … Read more
Tomato soup is a classic American comfort food. Perhaps we think that because Campbell’s made it so? I actually prefer a creamy tomato soup because it feels more substantial. But all that heavy cream or sour cream can’t be too good for you. Here I show you how I make my creamy tomato soup with … Read more
Granola is a great snack and accompaniment to yogurt. Some people particularly those who like to eat keto or those who watch their glycemic index (i.e. diabetics) prefer a lower carb granola. A lower carb keto-friendly granola tends to be grain-free. Although supermarkets sell lower carb or keto-friendly granola, they’re so expensive. The cheapest quality … Read more
Though my family is not Korean in origin, I’ve grown to like Gochujang. Gochujang is a paste made from red chili peppers, fermented soybeans, sticky rice, and salt. It has a wonderful spicy sweet and umami flavor. Sometimes when I’m feeling lazy but want to cook something nutritious, simple, and low carb; I make my … Read more
In our house, we try to eat salmon about once a week. Salmon contains omega-3 fatty acids, which greatly supports our cardiac and brain health. Did you know that salmon skin actually contains the highest concentration of omega-3 fatty acids? So to get the full benefit, we should be consuming the salmon skin as well. … Read more
Swiss chard is chock full of Vitamins A, C, and K. Some regard Swiss chard as a superfood. Raw Swiss chard tends to have a bitter taste, which usually dissipates when the Swiss chard gets cooked. I think Swiss Chard is fun because it reminds me of Christmas – where else can you find red … Read more
The Lunar New Year occurred on January 22. In China, this is the biggest holiday of the year. In fact, lots of businesses close around the new year such that workers can celebrate with their families. The trains are not just packed with travelers but also with gifts people bring for family members. A typical … Read more
I love Shanghai Bok Choy tips or Shanghai Tips for short. They’re different from the Baby Bok Choy. Whereas a Baby Bok Choy leaf’s center is completely white, a Shanghai Bok Choy Tip leaf’s center transitions subtly from light green to white. Shanghai tips are a miniature version of Shanghai Bok Choy. However, I find … Read more
Although bell peppers are versatile – great for stir-frying, grilling, stuffing, and baking; the sweet long peppers have a crunchier feel and more delicate taste. Sweet long peppers are not always available in the grocery store so when I do find them, I grab them. More recently I picked some up from Costco. What You’ll … Read more