Fried Garlicky Shrimp

May 30, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Buffet, Dinner, Easy Miscellaneous Recipes, Main Course, New Miscellaneous Recipe, Supper, fried

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Fried Garlicky Shrimp - This simple, savory, shrimp recipe is quick, convenient, and just mouth watering! Using everyday ingredients, you can make an easy garlic shrimp dish, so flavorful, it’s almost too good to be true. Skillet fried stove top, you can enjoy this one any time of year.

Prep Time: 10-15 mins
Cook Time: 35-45 mins
Servings: 6-8
Main Ingredient: Shrimp
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Fried Garlicky Shrimp

1 bag (3 1/2-ounce size) boil-in-bag brown rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
32 peeled and deveined large shrimp
1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 slices lemon (1/4-inch-thick)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon butter
lemon wedges (optional)

Directions to make Fried Garlicky Shrimp

Step 1:Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over shrimp. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, red pepper, garlic, and bay leaf to pan; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 2:Add wine and lemon to pan. Increase heat to medium-high, and bring to a simmer; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup (about 3 minutes). Remove from heat. Discard bay leaf and lemon. Add parsley and butter, stirring until butter melts.

Step 3:Serve shrimp and sauce over rice. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

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Tags: Citrus, Dinner, fish, Garlic, healthy, Lemon, light, Lunch, Quick, Shrimp, Simple, Skillet, Spice, Stove Top, Wine

Authentic Thai Shrimp

February 14, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
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Authentic Thai Shrimp -This simple, savory, recipe for thai shrimp stir fry, is yet another of our “Less Than 30 Minute Meals”, and a very authentic tasting one. We really made this one stand out by adding some sweet to the thai, for an innovative, yet easy recipe. As with most stir fry’s we suggest serving over rice, or even pasta, if you prefer, either way it is spectacular!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Shrimp
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Authentic Thai Shrimp

1 tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil
1 lb uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp, thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
1 cup sliced red onion
1 to 2 teaspoons green or red Thai curry paste
1 can (14.5 oz) organic diced or fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
1/2 cup coconut milk (not cream of coconut)
1/4 cup chopped fresh Thai basil or basil leaves

Directions to make Authentic Thai Shrimp

Step 1:In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp and onion in oil 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in curry paste; cook 1 minute.

Step 2:Stir in tomatoes, lime juice and brown sugar. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 1 minute. Stir in coconut milk and basil. Heat over low heat until hot. Serve with pasta or rice.

Tags: Basil, Citrus, Coconut Milk, Curry, fish, One Pot, Onion, Quick, Seafood, Shrimp, Simple, Stir Fry, Stove Top

Simple Salmon Steaks

February 6, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
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Simple Salmon Steaks -This oh so simple, oven baked salmon recipe is simply flavored with the fresh, light taste of citrus. Foil wrapped and oven baked, with lemon slices stuffed inside, and around the salmon, it is another “Less Than 30 Minute Meal”, that any salmon lover will love.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10-15 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Salmon Steak
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Simple Salmon Steaks

1 cn Low-salt chicken broth,14 1/2 oz
6 c Sliced mushrooms
2 tb Olive oil
2 Garlic cloves, minced
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 c Non-fat plain yogurt
2 ts Cornstarch
4 Salmon steaks, about 6 oz ea

Directions to make Simple Salmon Steaks

Step 1:Pour broth into small saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat and reduce to 1 cup. Set aside. Meanwhile, saute mushrooms in oil in a large skillet over high heat 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Reduce heat to medium and stir in garlic. Saute 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 2:Season with pepper. Add yogurt and cornstarch to reduced broth and whisk to blend. Whisk yogurt mixture into mushrooms. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat and keep warm.

Step 3:Season salmon steaks with salt and pepper and saute in a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium-high heat 10 minutes per inch of thickness, or until fish just flakes when tested with a fork. Turn once while cooking. Arrange each salmon steak on a dinner plate with reserved sauce

Tags: Broth, Cornstarch, fish, Garlic, Mushrooms, Quick, Salmon, Sauce, Seafood, Simple, Skillet, steak, Stove Top, Yogurt

No Fuss Salmon

January 30, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Baked, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Miscellaneous Recipes, Main Course, New Miscellaneous Recipe, Supper

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No Fuss Salmon -This oh so simple, baked salmon recipe, is lightly flavored with a splash of fresh, citrusy, lemons. A whole salmon is covered in sliced lemon, before being foil wrapped and oven baked. As tasty and tender as can be, feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices before baking, this succulent dinner recipe.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 30-35 mins
Servings: 4-6
Main Ingredient: Whole Salmon
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make No Fuss Salmon

3 1/2 lb Salmon
1 Lemon
Salt and Pepper
1 tb Oil or Softened Butter

Directions to make No Fuss Salmon

Step 1:Lay a piece of silver foil, large enough to wrap the salmon in a very loose parcel, on a baking tray. If the salmon is to be served hot, grease the foil with the butter, or use the oil if serving the salmon cold. Thinly slice the lemon and put about half on the foil.

Step 2:Put the salmon on top, with a few slices of lemon inside and lay the rest of the lemon along the top of the salmon. Season generously and wrap loosely, making sure the edges are securely folded together so that no steam can escape. Bake 350 for 10 minutes per pound.

Step 3:If serving hot, take it out of the oven and let it stand for a further 10 minutes.

Step 4:If serving cold, leave the salmon in the foil for two to three hours. To serve: Unwrap the fish and gently pull off the skin.

Tags: Baking, Citrus, fish, Herbs, Lemon, Oven Baked, Quick, Salmon, Seafood, Seasoning, Simple, Spice, Whole

Vegetable Shrimp Salad

January 23, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Appetizer, Boiled, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Miscellaneous Recipes, Lunch, New Miscellaneous Recipe, Salad, Starter

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Vegetable Shrimp Salad -This recipe for shrimp and vegetable salad is exquisite. One of a kind asparagus, is paired with succulent shrimp that has been marinated for this dynamic shrimp salad. It even includes the second recipe for the marinade! Quick and easy, shrimp lovers “Must Try” this tasty treat.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Shrimp, Asparagus
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Vegetable Shrimp Salad

1 lb Shrimp shelled and cleaned
1 1/2 lb Cleaned asparagus
1 Thin lemon slice
1/4 c Sliced green onion
2 tb Minced parsley
1 md Diced tomato
Lettuce leaves
1 oz Grated Monterey jack cheese

DRESSING
1/2 c Salad oil
4 tb Vinegar
1/4 ts Salt
Dash cayenne
1/8 ts Pepper
1 tb Parsley
1 tb Basil
1 tb Oregano
1 tb Chervil

Directions to make Vegetable Shrimp Salad

Step 1:Cook shrimp; drain and set aside. Cook asparagus until crisp- tender; drain well. Place shrimp, asparagus and lemon slice in mixing bowl. Pour herb dressing over all, cover and chill well, stirring once or twice.

Step 2:Combine onion, parsley and tomato. To serve, drain shrimp asparagus mixture and arrange on plate with lettuce and cheese. Serve with tomato mixture.

Step 3:DRESSING: Combine oil, vinegar, salt, cayenne, pepper, parsley, basil, chervil and oregano.

Tags: Asparagus, Basil, Cayenne, Chervil, Citrus, fish, Green Onion, healthy, Herbs, Lemon, Lettuce, Monteray Jack Cheese, Quick, Seafood, Shrimp, Simple, Spice, Stove Top, Tomato, Vegetable

No Fuss Garlic Butter

January 16, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Buffet, Easy, Easy Miscellaneous Recipes, New Miscellaneous Recipe, No Cook, Sauce

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No Fuss Garlic Butter -This rich, thick, quick fix recipe for garlic butter just has so many uses! Made with only 4 ingredients, it just doesn’t get any easier than this! Great for meat, fish, vegetables, bread, and such a quick easy recipe.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Main Ingredient: Garlic, Butter
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make No Fuss Garlic Butter

1/4 c Butter or margarine, softened
1/2 ts Paprika
1/8 ts Pepper
2 Cl Garlic, peeled, minced

Directions to make No Fuss Garlic Butter

Step 1:Beat all ingredients, until well blended.

Tags: Black Pepper, Butter, fish, Garlic, Lunch, Meat, Paprika, Quick, Seafood, Simple, Vegetable, Vegetarian

Simmered Spicy Sauce

January 9, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Buffet, Easy, Easy Miscellaneous Recipes, New Miscellaneous Recipe, Sauce

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Simmered Spicy Sauce -If you like a little extra, slightly fiery flavor with your fish or tofu, then this full of flavor sauce is for you! A distinct combination of spice and heavy cream are what put this savory sauce head and shoulders above the rest. A simple, quick, stove top sauce recipe that is phenomenal.

Prep Time: 10-15 mins
Cook Time: 15-20 mins
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Simmered Spicy Sauce

1 c Chopped mustard greens OR Swiss Chard
1/2 c Coarsely chopped green pepper
1 lg Red-ripe tomato, cored,quartered
1/4 c Loosely packed chopped cilantro
2 Fresh hot green chiles,stemmed, seeded
2 Garlic cloves, peeled
1 tb Mild olive oil
1/2 ts Ground cumin
1/2 ts Ground coriander
1 tb Dijon-style mustard
1 ts Sugar
1/2 ts Salt, or to taste
1/3 c Heavy cream

**A full recipe of this sauce is enough for about 1 1/2 pounds of cooked fish, seafood or firm cubed tofu.

Directions to make Simmered Spicy Sauce

Step 1:Place greens, pepper, tomato, cilantro, chiles and garlic in a blender or food processor and process until smoothly pureed. Set aside.

Step 2:Heat oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add pureed mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until sauce is thick, 12 to 15 minutes.

Step 3:Makes about 2 cups.

Tags: Chilies, Cilantro, Corriander, Cream, Cumin, Dijon Mustard, Dinner, fish, Garlic, Herbs, Lunch, Peppers, Quick, Sauce, Seafood, Simple, Spice, Stove Top, Tofu, Vegetable, Vegetarian

Fresh Fruit Salmon Salad

January 9, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Barbeque, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Miscellaneous Recipes, Grilled, Lunch, New Miscellaneous Recipe, Salad

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Fresh Fruit Salmon Salad -This wholesome blend of fresh vegetables, fruit, and fish is delightfully delicious, and a very healthy recipe. A medley of healthy, dark green salad leaves, bright red strawberries, and griiled pink salmon fillets, provide an incredible assortment of important vitamins, as well as an out of this world taste, in this simple salmon salad, that is a a “Must Try”.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Servings: 2
Main Ingredient: Salmon, Salad Greens, Fruit
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Fresh Fruit Salmon Salad

1/4 c. frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 T. + 1-1/2 tsp. white wine vinegar or cider vinegar
1 T. chopped fresh basil OR 1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1-1/2 tsp. olive oil
1 (8-oz.) salmon fillet (about 1-in. thick)
4 c. torn mixed greens
3/4 c. sliced strawberries
10-12 thin cucumber slices, cut into halves
1/8 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper

Directions to make Fresh Fruit Salmon Salad

Step 1:Whish together the first 4 ingredients. Set aside 2 T. juice mixture. Reserve remaining mixture to use as salad dressing.

Step 2:Preheat grill for direct grilling. Grill salmon, skin side down, over medium coals 5 minutes. Turn and grill 5 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork, brushing frequently with 2 T. juice concentrate mixture.

Step 3:Cool slightly. Toss together greens, strawberries and cucumber slices. Place on 2 serving plates. Remove skin from salmon. Break salmon into chunks. Arrange salmon on greens mixture. Drizzle with reserved juice concentrate mixture. Sprinkle with pepper.

Tags: BBQ, Chilled, Citrus, fish, Fruit, Grilled, healthy, Herbs, Lunch, Quick, Salmon, Seafood, Simple, Vegetable

No Fuss Tuna Noodle Bake

September 30, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Baked, Boiled, Buffet, Casserole, Easy, Easy Miscellaneous Recipes, Main Course, New Miscellaneous Recipe, Supper

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No Fuss Tuna Noodle Bake - This hearty, homestyle, tuna casserole recipe is going to be the new family favorite. The family will love it for it’s rich, creamy texture, and big chunks of tuna, that stick to the broad egg noodles; you will love for all those reasons, and even more. And, this pasta recipe is quick and easy!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20-30 mins
Servings: 6
Main Ingredient: Tuna, Egg Noodles
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make No Fuss Tuna Noodle Bake

4 c Wide egg noodles
Seasoned salt
2 cn Cream of mushroom soup
Seasoned pepper
2 cn Tuna, chunk
1/2 ts Cumin
1 ts Margarine
1 ts Paprika
Bread crumbs

Directions to make No Fuss Tuna Noodle Bake

Step 1:Boil the noodles until tender. Drain. Mix noodles, soup and tuna meat together. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add cumin.

Step 2:Pour into buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top. Sprinkle paprika on top of bread crumbs. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake until top is toasty brown. 20-30 minutes.

Tags: Baking, Bread Crumbs, Canned Tuna, Creamy, Dinner, fish, Lunch, Seafood, Simple, Soup, Spice

Fiery Mayonnaise Sauce

September 22, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Buffet, Easy, Easy Miscellaneous Recipes, New Miscellaneous Recipe, No Cook, Sauce, Side Dish

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Fiery Mayonnaise Sauce - This phenomenal, blended, homemade mayonnaise sauce recipe has a bit of “heat” to it, giving it a mouth watering flavor. An abundance of fragrant, flavorful garlic, adds loads taste, and sassy cayenne pepper adds the heat. Great with fish!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Main Ingredient: Homemade Mayonnaise
Difficulty Level: 2

Ingredients to make Fiery Mayonnaise Sauce

1 Red bell pepper, roasted, peeled, seeded
2 Egg yolks
1 tb White wine vinegar
1 Lemon, juiced
1 1/2 ts Capers
6 Garlic cloves
8 Anchovy fillets
1 1/2 ts Cayenne pepper
1 c Salad oil

Directions to make Fiery Mayonnaise Sauce

Step 1:In a blender place the roasted red bell pepper, egg yolks, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, capers, garlic, anchovy fillets, and cayenne pepper. Blend the ingredients together so that they are smooth. With the blender still running, slowly dribble in the salad oil so that a mayonnaise is formed. Correct the seasoning with the salt (and more lemon juice) if necessary.

Tags: Anchovy, Capers, Citrus, Dip, Egg, fish, Garlic, Kid Friendly, Lemon, Quick, Red Pepper, Sauce, Simple, Vegetable

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