Homemade Chorizo Patties made with Fresh Ground Pork and Pork Belly Fat

 

 

 

 

Romans 8:37-39

[37] No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. [38] For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, [39] nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

An ej original recipe!

1 lb ground Pork 

1/4 c soft fat trimmed off pork belly

Grind in food processor to incorporate 

Seasoning mix

1 T ground Ancho/Pasilla chili spice

1 t salt

1/2 t black Pepper 

1 t brown sugar 

1 T smoked paprika 

1/2 t ground toasted cumin

1/2 t ground Mexican oregano 

1/4 t ground coriander 

1/4 t ground cloves

1 T mashed roasted garlic

1 t olive oil

1 T Apple cider vinegar 

Mix well into pork/fat mixture

Refrigerate for 1 hr to meld flavors

Freeze or cook

To cook frozen, add water into heated skillet until it thaws then fry weighted, covered with foil until crispy on outside

I made a breakfast croissant sandwich using this chorizo, Pepperoni, cheese and fried egg

Delicious 

Green Onion Chicken Meatballs in Mushroom Fresh Fennel Balsamic Gravy

Ecclesiastes 12:7

[7] and the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.

An ej original recipe!

Desired amount small egg noodles, cook set aside and reserve water

Green Onion Chicken Meatballs

1 lb ground chicken 

1 T mashed roasted garlic

1 t oregano 

1 t onion powder

1 t basil

1 t parsley

1 t Fennel seeds

1 t smoked paprika 

1 t salt

1 t black pepper

1/4 c diced green onions

1/4 t red pepper flakes 

1 t Honey

1 t Olive oil

Mix and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors held.

Fry in clarified butter oil mixture.

Build gravy, ingredient below.

Gravy

Pan drippings from Meatballs 

2 c Beef stock

1/4 c Rhone red wine ( I love Cotes-du-Rhône from Costco)

1 t white balsamic vinegar 

1 t Worcestershire sauce

1/2 t salt

1/2 t black pepper

1/8 c chopped mushrooms 

1/8 c chopped Fennel 

Pasta water to the desired amount of gravy

Serve over noodles!

Air Fryer No Peek Chicken

Psalm 91:1-2

My Refuge and My Fortress

    [1] He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High

        will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. 

    [2] I will say to the LORD, “My refuge and my fortress,

        my God, in whom I trust.”

An ej original recipe!

Air Fryer Mode

375 degrees 

13x9 foil pan tightly covered with foil

40 minutes or until chicken pieces reach 165 degrees

1-2 boneless skinless chicken breast cut in half lengthwise and cut into 2-3 inch chunks (keep about the same size)

(This step isn't necessary but I brined my pieces in salt sugar water for 30 minutes before seasoning)

Sprinkle Kinder Wood fired seasoning on chicken pieces 

Set aside

1 qt of Rice ( I used sticky white rice I keep in freezer) it was thawed 

2 cups Chicken bone broth 

1/2 c diced Mushrooms 

DIY Shallot soup mix* or pkg of onion soup mix

1 can Cream if chicken soup

Dump rice in pan

Add mushrooms, soup, broth and stir to mix

Lay Seasoned chicken pieces on top

Sprinkle dry Shallot soup mix over rice and chicken 

Cover tightly, bake till chicken reaches 165 degrees, around 40 minutes 

Serve with tossed Salad 

* DIY Shallot dry soup mix

1 T dry beef broth seasoning 

1 T dried shallots

1/8 t onion powder

1/8 t garlic granules 

1/8 t celery seeds

1/8 t smoked paprika 

1/8 t coarse black pepper 

1/8 dried parsley 

Mix and set aside

Panang Curry Chicken and Shrimp over Stick Rice

Psalm 84:1-2

My Soul Longs for the Courts of the LORD

To the choirmaster: according to The Gittith. A Psalm of the Sons of Korah.

    [1] How lovely is your dwelling place,

        O LORD of hosts! 

    [2] My soul longs, yes, faints

        for the courts of the LORD;

    my heart and flesh sing for joy

        to the living God.

6 Chicken tenders, cut on diagonal into 1/4 inch thin pieces

10 Shrimp, cleaned and tail removed( I used frozen reds)

1 can un-sweet coconut milk(separate heavy thick cream from the thin liquid) reserve both

1 level Panang curry paste (this is spicy so adjust to your liking)

1 T brown sugar 

1/2 t Molasses 

Salt and pepper to taste

1 t basil, crush 

1/2 t kariff powder or a squeeze of lime

1/2 t anchovy paste( u can skip this)

1 T Soy sauce

1 onion sliced thin

2 c broccoli florets 

Melt the heavy thick cream in a large skillet or wok.

Add chicken pieces and cook 5 minutes.

Flip chicken to insure even cooking.

Add the Panang curry and mash into the melted cream.

Add all the seasonings, Soy, anchovy paste, and the veggies.

Cook 2 minutes, add shrimp, cook 2-4 minutes until shrimp is slightly tender.

Mine was frozen so it took 4 minutes. 

Serve over sticky rice along side egg rolls.

Deconstructed Ground Chicken Egg Roll over Sticky Rice

 

 

 

Psalm 84:11-12

    [11] For the LORD God is a sun and shield;

        the LORD bestows favor and honor.

    No good thing does he withhold

        from those who walk uprightly. 

    [12] O LORD of hosts,

        blessed is the one who trusts in you!

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Sticky rice, set aside

Won-ton wrappers cut into strips

Fry to crispy, lightly salt and set aside 

1 pkg. slaw mix, small

Cook covered in microwave for 5 minutes.

Set aside and cool.

1 lb ground chicken 

1 c green onions, chopped

1 T roasted Garlic, mashed

1 T toasted sesame oil

1 T sugar

2 T sushi ginger, chopped

2 T Soy sauce

2 T sweet chili Thai sauce

Stir fry until onions are tender.

Add chicken and cook until done. 

Stir in the veggies and just heat.

Serve over sticky rice.

Drizzle with sweet chili Thai sauce. 

The drizzle is optional but oh so delicious!

Roasted Poblano Chicken Noodle Soup

Psalm 80:3

    [3] Restore us, O God;

        let your face shine, that we may be saved!

An ej original recipe!

 

Sauce

1 T butter

1 T flour

Sauté in heavy bottom pan.

Add following ingredients 

1/4 c guacamole salsa (Herdez)

1/4 c salsa verde (Herdez)

1 t sugar

1 t toasted cumin

1 c Chicken stock

Cook until slightly thickened 

Cool 5 minutes 

Whisk in 

1 c full fat sour cream 

Simmer along with following ingredients 

2 c Rotisserie chicken breast

2 fire roasted Poblano peppers, seeded, cut into thin strips

1 qt Chicken bone broth 

1 medium sautéed cut into strips Onion in 1 t olive oil, 

1/2 c Havarti Cheese

1/8 c fresh tinga salsa *

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Cheesy Roasted Garlic Jalapeño Cornbread

Psalm 78:22

    [22] because they did not believe in God

        and did not trust his saving power.

Psalm 78:38-39

    [38] Yet he, being compassionate,

        atoned for their iniquity

        and did not destroy them;

    he restrained his anger often

        and did not stir up all his wrath. 

    [39] He remembered that they were but flesh,

        a wind that passes and comes not again.

Dry ingredients 

1 c cornmeal

1/2 c flour

2 t baking powder

1/2 t baking soda

1-1/2 t salt

1 T sugar

Whisk together

Wet ingredients 

1 c buttermilk 

2 beaten eggs

1/8 melted butter

1/8 c olive oil

Whisk together 

Add ins

1 diced and seeded Jalapeño 

2 T toasted mashed garlic

1/4 c chopped Green onions

1 c shredded cheddar 

1/2 c white cheddar and mozzarella mixed

Add dry ingredients to wet and mix

Fold in the add ins

Turn toaster oven on to 350 degrees

Grease 2 (6) inch cast iron skillets or 1 (8) inch skillet 

Heat skillet

Fill each with half of Cornbread mix

Cook for 35 minutes or until good and golden brown

Serve with a drizzle of honey

Sake Paste Pork Belly Bites

Psalm 79:6

    [6] Pour out your anger on the nations

        that do not know you,

    and on the kingdoms

        that do not call upon your name!

An ej original recipe!!

Small slab of Pork belly ( I had 12 chunks and froze another 12) got at Aldi 

Trim some fat, cut into 1 inch thick strips, then 2 inch chunks

Slather on sake Paste 

Place in fridge a few hours on plate uncovered 

Sake paste

1 t sake (found at Publix)

1 t brown sugar

1 t garlic granules 

1 t onion powder 

1 t coarse sea salt

1 t coarse black pepper

1 t mustard seeds

Mix to get paste, set aside

Bring pork belly out to counter and let sit 20 minutes 

Set Air Fryer to 400 degrees 

Place rack on foil pan

Add 1/2 c water

Spray rack with nonstick 

Cook fat side up 20 minutes

Lower temp to 350

Flip and cook another 15 minutes 

Flip and test internal temp 

Needs to be 160 degrees

If necessary cook additional time to reach temp

You can add sauce if you want but not necessary 

Chicken Thigh Buffalo Bites

 

 

Psalm 77:13-14

    [13] Your way, O God, is holy.

        What god is great like our God? 

    [14] You are the God who works wonders;

        you have made known your might among the peoples.

1-3/4 lb of Boneless skinless chicken thighs, trim some fat and cut into 2 -3 inch chunks

Marinate overnight in fridge in water just to cover

1/4 c salt

1/4 c sugar

1/4 c Sweet Baby Ray buffalo sauce

Drizzle Spoon Sauce 

1-1/4 c Sweet Baby Ray Buffalo sauce

1/4 c Maple syrup

1 T melted butter

1 t olive oil

Mix and set aside

Crisping slurry for brushing 

2 T olive oil

1 T cornstarch 

Mix and set aside 

Place chicken bites on sprayed with non stick rack on 13x9 foil pan filled with 1/2 c water

Spoon sauce over chicken pieces

Set air Fryer to 375

Cook 20 minutes 

Flip, cook an additional 10 minutes, ck internal temp, should be at least 165 degrees

Brush on crisping slurry

Cook 3-4 minutes until bites begin to crisp

Serve with garlic potatoes and tossed salad