Monday, May 31, 2021

Jerk Mustard Chicken Thighs





































Ephesians 5:6


[6] Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience.


An ej original recipe!



Boneless chicken thighs, cut in half, dry off

Yellow mustard, lightly cover thighs

1 Lime juiced

Light Soy sauce


Jerk seasoning

1/2 T salt

1 T cayenne pepper

2 T brown sugar

1/2 T nutmeg

1 T smoked paprika 

1/2 t allspice

1 t cinnamon 

2 T chicken base seasoning 

1 T Cilantro 

1/2 t black pepper

2 t thyme

1 t garlic granules 

1 t onion powder

Mix well.


Cover with mustard.

Cover with desired amount of rub.

Place in ziplock and refrigerate for a few hours.

Bring thighs to room temp. 

Squeeze lime over thighs.

Lightly drizzle light Soy sauce over thighs.

Bake 350 degrees for 45 minutes, toast under broiler.

Done internal temp 165 degrees.

Serve with pineapple salsa.


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Avocado Pineapple Salsa































An ej original recipe!


 

 

1 Peter 1:14-16


[14] As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, [15] but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, [16] since it is written, “You shall be holy, for I am holy.”


1 c canned Pineapple chunks, quartered 

1 jalapeño, seeded and spine removed, diced

1 small avocado, chopped

1/2 c maraschino cherries, chopped 

2 t honey

1/2 t salt


Mix and refrigerate for 1 hr.

Sunday, May 30, 2021

Off The Cobb Mexican Street Corn



































Revelation 22:12-17


[12] “Behold, I am coming soon, bringing my recompense with me, to repay each one for what he has done. [13] I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end.”


[14] Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the tree of life and that they may enter the city by the gates. [15] Outside are the dogs and sorcerers and the sexually immoral and murderers and idolaters, and everyone who loves and practices falsehood.


[16] “I, Jesus, have sent my angel to testify to you about these things for the churches. I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star.”


[17] The Spirit and the Bride say, “Come.” And let the one who hears say, “Come.” And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who desires take the water of life without price.


An ej original recipe!

 

 

1 qt shaved off Cobb frozen corn (I used what I put up from the garden last year)


Thaw and set aside.


1/2 t clarified butter to bloom spices

1 T smoked paprika 

1/2 t Ancho chili powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1/2 t Toasted cumin powder

1 T Cilantro 

Zest of 1 small lime

Juice of that same lime


Bloom spices in skillet.

Add corn, lime zest and juice, Mayo and cheese.

Cook about 10 minutes on simmer, stirring constantly, just until corn is tender.



1/4 c Mayo

1/4 c Parmesan 

Thursday, May 27, 2021

Lemon Juice Yellow Mustard Dredged Fried Catfish Strips




































Colossians 1:13-20


[13] He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, [14] in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.


[15] He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. [16] For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. [17] And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. [18] And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. [19] For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, [20] and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.



5-6 Frozen catfish Fillets, cut into strips(mine were small so one cut got 2)

Thaw in cold water with 1/2 of a fresh lemon juiced  


Wet dredge

Place yellow mustard in a large plate, set aside.


Dry Dredge

1/2 of a 12 oz box of Zatarain's Fish Fri crispy southern, place in medium bowl


Heat Fry Daddy with the appropriate amount of peanut oil.


Dredge in mustard then fish fri.

Add to plate and continue until all are coated.

Fry 3 strips at a time, turn using tongs, a few times, until they float and are golden brown.


Tarter sauce 

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Monday, May 24, 2021

Rotisserie Chicken Lo Mein Stir Fry

































An ej original recipe!



Psalm 117


    [1] Praise the LORD, all nations!

        Extol him, all peoples! 

    [2] For great is his steadfast love toward us,

        and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever.

    Praise the LORD!



2 squares just plain, no seasoning Ramen noodles 

Cook, rinse and set aside.


2 Rotisserie chicken breast, pulled

1 t olive oil

1 Leek, chopped

2 c Broccoli florets 

1 t mashed Pickled Ginger

2 T Roasted garlic 

 

Sauce

1-1/2 c chicken broth

1 T Mushroom Soy sauce

1/8 c Mirin

1/2 t anchovy paste 

1/2 t Toasted sesame oil

1/2 t honey

1 1/2 T Cornstarch 

Mix well with whisk.

Set aside.

 


Stir fry leeks in oil until tender.

Add garlic and ginger 30 seconds.

Then add broccoli, stir fry1 minute.

Add chicken and sauce, heat just until sauce thickens.

Lastly add ramen.

Sprinkle with crushed dry roasted peanuts.



Saturday, May 22, 2021

Tuna Steaks with Shrimp Leek Cream































An ej original recipe!




Psalm 115:1-3


Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to your name give glory, for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness!

Why should the nations say, “Where is their God?” 

Our God is in the heavens; he does all that he pleases.




2 Tuna steaks, each cut into thirds


1 hr. Marinade

1 c Olive Garden Italian dressing 

3 T Lemon juice

1/2 t Garlic granules 

1 t ground bay leaves

Black pepper

Smoked paprika 

Mix, place in a covered container, add tuna, flip with tongs to coat.

Marinade in fridge for 1 hr.

Bake preheated 425 oven for 5 minutes each side.

Sprinkle a little paprika on top and toast top slightly under broiler.


Leek Cream Sauce

2 c thawed cooked and cleaned coarsely chopped shrimp, set aside

2 T clarified butter

1 Leek, sliced 

1/2 c green onions

1/2 c chopped onions

1/4 c soft cream cheese

1/4 c Sauvignon Blanc

1/4 c half and half

Pinch red pepper flakes

1/4 t sugar

Salt and black pepper to taste

1/2 t Mrs. Dash table

1/2 t Umami powder Trader Joe


Prepare sauce while tuna cooks.

Sauté leeks, green onions and onions in butter. 

Turn off heat.

Add cream cheese and seasonings.

When it melts add wine then half and half.

Turn heat back on, sauté until thickened.

Turn off heat and add Shrimp.


To serve, add tuna to plate and spoon cream sauce over tuna.

Thursday, May 20, 2021

Bacon Wrapped Sous Vide Pork Tenderloin Medallions



































Galatians 3:22


[22] But the Scripture imprisoned everything under sin, so that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe.



2 pork Tenderloin, cut into 2-3 inch medallions

4 T Mardi Gras Rub 

1 T Brown sugar

Mix rub, toss medallions in rub.

Secure with kitchen string in bunches of 2 or 3 medallions.   

Sous Vide preheated Instant Pot 149 degrees for 3 hrs

Saute in oil until desired brown color. 


Dijon Mustard Sauce


1 T Clarified butter

1 Sliced Leek 

1 small diced Shallot

1 T roasted garlic, mashed

Stir fry on medium low just until slightly tender.

Add:

1 t chicken base seasoning 

1 heaping T Dijon mustard

1 c Sauvignon Blanc 

1/2 t sugar

1/2 t fresh sage

1/2 t fresh thyme 

1/2 t fresh oregano 

1/2 t fresh sweet basil

Splash half and half

Stir constantly with a fork until sauce thickens.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve over thin sliced pork Tenderloin.


Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Cabbage and Cheese Skillet Pie





































Psalm 98:2-3


    [2] The LORD has made known his salvation;

        he has revealed his righteousness in the sight of the nations. 

    [3] He has remembered his steadfast love and faithfulness

        to the house of Israel.

    All the ends of the earth have seen

        the salvation of our God.



2 c shredded cabbage 

7/8 c flour

3 beaten eggs salt and pepper them

1 c sliced scallions 

Salt and pepper

Mix together.


Heat 1/8 c peanut oil in light colored skillet, fry on med heat on stove top covered with foil for 15minutes,  covered with sheet pan.

This will burn so watch closely.

Light colored pan is best, cast iron darkens too quickly.

Flip out into plate, place back in skillet and cook 10 minutes, sprinkle with cheese of your choice.

Slice to serve.

Serve with dollops of sour cream.


Peanut Oil for frying

Cheese for topping, I used cheddar 

Sous Vide Italian Style Chicken Thighs
































Psalm 105:7


    [7] He is the LORD our God;

        his judgments are in all the earth.


An ej original recipe!


3 chicken thighs bone in skin on

2 T each thigh Olive Garden Italian dressing

Fresh 1 sprig oregano, 2 leaves sweet basil, 2 sprigs thyme

3 T Roasted garlic

Salt and pepper


Sous Vide temp 165 degrees

Cook time 2 hours 


After Sous Vide time, drain.

Sauté in a medium heated skillet to desired crispness.

Sprinkle Italian cheese bland over hot chicken.

If desired, drizzle with Italian dressing.

Saturday, May 8, 2021

Spicy Baby Kale Scallion Egg White Skillet






























An ej original recipe!



Psalm 17:15


    [15] As for me, I shall behold your face in righteousness;

        when I awake, I shall be satisfied with your likeness.



1 t bacon grease

1 c baby kale, shredded 

1/2 c green onions

1 T roasted garlic

1/2 t chicken base seasoning

Sauté until tender.

Add:

1 t Apple cider vinegar

1/2 t honey

A few shakes of Texas Pete's 

Sauté 1 minute.


Add:

3/4 c shaken Egg whites

1/2 c jalapeño cheddar jack cheese

1/4 c Italian cheese blend

3 T heavy cream

Soft cook egg/cheese mixture.