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Bite-Sized Salmon Tikka

Bite-Sized Salmon Tikka

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cayenne, turmeric, and salt in a bowl; add salmon and toss to coat. Set aside for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. While oil is heating, sprinkle cornstarch over salmon; toss to coat.
  3. 3 Add salmon to the skillet; cook until golden brown, about 1 minute per side.

By Tarama

Sherry Chicken Curry

Sherry Chicken Curry

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Coat chicken with cornstarch and place in skillet with garlic, onion, salt and pepper. Add sherry and beef bouillon and let liquid reduce a little.
  2. 2 Stir in peanut butter and curry powder and add water to cover; add ginger, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, then lastly stir in coconut milk and serve hot.

By Rebecca Swift

Chili Paneer

Chili Paneer

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place paneer in a bowl and add enough cornstarch to coat; mix well.
  2. 2 Heat oil large skillet over medium heat; fry paneer until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer paneer to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving oil in the skillet.
  3. 3 Combine garlic and ginger in the hot oil; add onion, green chile peppers, and bell pepper. Cook and stir until vegetables are golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Mix soy sauce, chile sauce, tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and remaining cornstarch into onion mixture, stirring in water if mixture is too thick. Add paneer; cook and stir until gravy is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and garnish chili with cilantro and green onions.

By Shruti

Apricot Chicken Curry

Apricot Chicken Curry

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until garlic is soft and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add chicken and brown for about 3 minutes per side.
  3. 3 Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  4. 4 Bring apricot nectar to a boil in a large pot over medium-high heat, then reduce then heat to medium-low. Mix water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir into apricot nectar. Stir in curry powder, then apricots. Add baked chicken.
  5. 5 Place the cast iron skillet with chicken drippings over medium heat. Stir in carrots, onion, bell pepper, and chile pepper; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour chicken and apricot sauce into the skillet; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Season again with salt and pepper. Stir in water chestnuts just before serving.

By Katherine D

Coconut Curry Fish

Coconut Curry Fish

4.1

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring the water and rice to a boil in a pot. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 45 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion and garlic, and cook 1 minute. Mix in cod, and season with curry powder, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour in the coconut milk, and mix in frozen vegetables. Cover, and cook 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and cod is easily flaked with a fork.
  3. 3 Drain 1/2 cup liquid from the skillet into a bowl, and mix with cornstarch. Stir back into skillet to thicken sauce. Serve over the cooked rice.

By MATHGOD

Indian Stir-Fried Shrimp in Cream Sauce (Bhagari Jhinga)

Indian Stir-Fried Shrimp in Cream Sauce (Bhagari Jhinga)

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk tomato paste, salt, sugar, garam masala, ground cumin seed, red pepper flakes, cilantro, jalapeño, lemon juice, and coconut milk together in a large bowl. Set aside.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add mustard seeds, and cook until they begin to pop. Immediately stir in garlic, and cook until garlic begins to brown.
  3. 3 Add shrimp, and cook until opaque, about 2 minutes. Add coconut sauce to the wok and cook until sauce begins to simmer. Mix cornstarch and water together in a small bowl, and stir into sauce. Continue cooking until mixture thickens.

By DEBMCE4

Vegetarian Coconut Curry with Tofu

Vegetarian Coconut Curry with Tofu

5.0

Prep
40 min
Cook
25 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wrap tofu in 2 to 3 layers of paper towels and place on a plate. Place a second plate on top to encourage fluid out of the tofu. Let sit until paper towels are saturated, 3 to 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking tray.
  3. 3 Discard wet paper towels and cube tofu. Place on the prepared baking tray.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until adequately dry, about 20 minutes.
  5. 5 While the tofu is baking, drain pineapple chunks, reserving juice.
  6. 6 Combine coconut milk, liquid aminos, ginger, curry paste, chili powder, curry powder, and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. Add reserved pineapple juice and bring to a boil. Reduce temperature to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  7. 7 Mix cornstarch and water together in a small bowl; add to the coconut milk mixture and whisk until slightly thickened.
  8. 8 Stir in basil and jalapeno; cook for 1 minute. Add bok choy, spinach, green onions, mushrooms, chile peppers, tomatoes, and pineapple chunks; stir to coat. Cook over medium heat until vegetables are crisp tender, about 5 minutes.
  9. 9 Add tofu and stir to coat. Season with salt. Transfer to a covered dish for 10 minutes to let flavors mix, or serve immediately.

By Kiersten

Chicken Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken)

Chicken Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken)

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté shallot and onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in butter, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin, and bay leaf. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, continuing to frequently stir.
  3. 3 Stir in half-and-half and yogurt. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, frequently stirring. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. 4 Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Reduce heat, and season with remaining 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. Stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. Add cooked chicken into sauce and stir together.
  6. 6 Dissolve cornstarch into water, then mix into the sauce. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.
  7. 7 Serve over rice with naan.

By MITCHMAN21

Chicken 65

Chicken 65

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken in a medium bowl. Add egg, cornstarch, 1/2 of the minced garlic, 1/2 of the minced ginger, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until chicken is completely coated.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep skillet and fry chicken pieces until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Set fried chicken aside.
  3. 3 Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a second skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and cook until crackling, about 1 minute. Add remaining garlic, remaining ginger, serrano peppers, cumin, chile powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and salt. Add curry leaves and stir to combine. Add chile-garlic paste, ginger paste, and red food coloring. Stir to create a paste. Add water to thin paste slightly.
  4. 4 Add fried chicken to the the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly. Stir in cilantro.

By heavenzH2O

Creamy Chicken Korma

Creamy Chicken Korma

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cover cashews with ¼ cup boiling water in a small bowl; set aside, for 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, place garlic and ginger in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth. Set aside.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. Add bay leaves; cook 30 seconds. Stir in onion; cook until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic-ginger paste, coriander, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder; stir in chicken and cook 5 minutes. Add chicken broth and tomato sauce, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, place cashews, soaking water, heavy cream, and yogurt in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth.
  5. 5 Stir cashew mixture into wok; simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Whisk cornstarch and 1 teaspoon water together; stir into wok and cook, 1 to 2 minutes more.

By Trina

Indian Chole Aloo Tikki

Indian Chole Aloo Tikki

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
50 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and peel.
  2. 2 Place cooked potatoes into a bowl and add cornstarch, ginger, cumin, cayenne, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mash together with a fork. Oil your hands with a little vegetable oil and divide the potato mixture into 4 equal portions. Pat each portion into a potato patty about 1/3-inch thick.
  3. 3 Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry potato cakes until golden, about 3 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  4. 4 Grind peppercorns and cloves with a mortar and pestle.
  5. 5 Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in red chile peppers, cumin, bay leaves. Add onion, ginger, and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is golden, about 5 minutes. Add pepper-clove mixture, curry powder, and turmeric.
  6. 6 Mix tomato paste with water. Stir diluted tomato paste and tomato into the skillet. Cook over medium heat until the tomato has softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in chickpeas and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
  7. 7 Spoon chickpea sauce over the potato cakes and sprinkle with cilantro leaves.

By Pankaj

Old Bay® Grilled Chicken Wings

Old Bay® Grilled Chicken Wings

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place wings in a large bowl. Add 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning and massage into wings until evenly coated. Add cornstarch and toss to coat. Place wings on a baking sheet and let rest for 10 minutes while the grill is preheating.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C) and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Place wings directly onto the grate of the preheated grill and cook over indirect heat for 10 minutes. Flip the wings and cook 10 minutes more over indirect heat. Transfer wings to a baking sheet to rest.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add remaining 1 tablespoon of seafood seasoning and cook until seasoning is incorporated into the butter, about 3 minutes.
  5. 5 Place wings in a large bowl. Drizzle seasoned butter over the wings and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Honey-Glazed Baby Carrots

Honey-Glazed Baby Carrots

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add carrots, cover, and steam until tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2 While carrots are steaming, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Combine with honey and cornstarch.
  3. 3 Pour glaze over cooked carrots and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

By Sarah Stephan

Brookville Hotel Cream-Style Corn

Brookville Hotel Cream-Style Corn

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine corn, cream and salt in a large stockpot or Dutch oven. Stir together the sugar and cornstarch to prevent lumps, then stir them into the corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 20 minutes. The longer it cooks, the thicker it will be.

By RLSTANFIELD

Bourbon-Cider Glaze Sauce

Bourbon-Cider Glaze Sauce

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine ketchup and bourbon in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Whisk apple cider and cornstarch together in a small bowl until smooth; pour into the saucepan. Bring to a boil, whisking occasionally, and cook until sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Remove sauce from heat and stir in black pepper; set aside to cool.

By Chef Mo

Roast Beef with Coffee

Roast Beef with Coffee

3.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
365 min
Total
375 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Using a sharp knife, make five deep slits around the top and side of roast. Push one garlic clove into each slit.
  2. 2 Place roast in a slow cooker and pour coffee over top. Cover and cook on Low until roast is browned and cooked through, about 3 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the roast should read 145 degrees F (65 degrees C), 6 to 8 hours.
  3. 3 Transfer roast to a serving platter. Pour drippings into a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; slowly pour into drippings and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with roast.

By karela

Easy Fried Chicken

Easy Fried Chicken

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Place cornstarch in a bowl.
  2. 2 Slice chicken into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Transfer to a bowl and mix with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne.
  3. 3 Divide chicken into 2 or 3 portions and dredge in cornstarch until evenly coated and all white; add more cornstarch if necessary.
  4. 4 Lower chicken carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until crispy on the outside and no longer pink in the center, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve hot.

By Tuny

Fried Butterflied Shrimp

Fried Butterflied Shrimp

4.4

Prep
25 min
Cook
10 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat deep fryer or skillet with oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a large bowl, pour in water and mix in cornstarch and eggs.
  3. 3 Dip the shrimp into the mixture allowing them to be completely coated. Then roll the shrimp in the breadcrumbs. Coat the shrimp well with the breadcrumbs. Mix up the cornstarch batter again. Dip the breadcrumbs coated shrimp back into the cornstarch batter. Roll the shrimp in the breadcrumbs for a second time. Repeat for each shrimp.
  4. 4 Drop shrimp, one at a time, into the hot oil and cook shrimp until they are golden brown.

By Joy Fleming

Heavenly Scotch Ham

Heavenly Scotch Ham

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
120 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Set the ham with the flat side down in a large roasting pan. In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, cornstarch, mustard, cinnamon and Scotch. Brush some of the mixture onto the ham, reserve the rest for basting.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven, basting every 20 minutes, for 2 hours. Remove from the oven and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand for 15 minutes before removing the foil and serving. This ham is delicious served warm, at room temperature or even cold.

By Mazzeppa

Carrots a la Orange

Carrots a la Orange

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil in a saucepan and cook carrots in the boiling water until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain. Transfer carrots to a serving dish and keep warm.
  2. 2 Whisk sugar, cornstarch, salt, and ginger in a saucepan until thoroughly combined; turn heat to medium and whisk in orange juice. Bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, and cook until sauce is smooth and thickened, about 3 minutes; stir in butter. Pour sauce over carrots, stir to coat, and serve.

By larkspur

Air Fryer Old Bay® Chicken Wings

Air Fryer Old Bay® Chicken Wings

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place chicken wings in a large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons Old Bay® seasoning and black pepper. Add cornstarch and toss wings until fully coated. Shake each wing and place in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching; cook in batches if necessary.
  3. 3 Fry in the preheated air fryer for 10 minutes, shake the basket, and fry an additional 8 minutes. Flip wings over and fry until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear, 5 to 6 more minutes.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, combine butter and 1 teaspoon Old Bay® seasoning for sauce in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  5. 5 Dip each wing in the sauce. Serve with remaining sauce on the side.

By Yoly

Apricot Glazed Chicken

Apricot Glazed Chicken

4.2

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Brown chicken in heated skillet.
  2. 2 Add chicken broth, jam and soy sauce. Simmer for 20 minutes or until chicken is done (no longer pink in the center).
  3. 3 Remove chicken from skillet. Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water to sauce to thicken (equal amounts more of each if you like it thicker). Return chicken to skillet and turn to coat thoroughly with sauce.

By M. Burton

Maple Glazed Pork Loin

Maple Glazed Pork Loin

4.4

Prep
120 min
Cook
60 min
Total
190 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the roast into a large resealable bag. In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, vinegar, pancake syrup, cornstarch and brown sugar. Pour into the bag with the roast. Seal, and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the roast into a roasting pan or large Dutch oven, and pour the marinade over it.
  3. 3 Cover, and roast for 1 hour in the preheated oven. Remove the lid, and continue roasting until the top is browned and the internal temperature is at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer. Remove from the oven, and let rest for about 10 minutes before carving. The internal temperature should increase by 10 degrees.

By missdixie

Agedashi-esque Tofu

Agedashi-esque Tofu

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut tofu into 12 cubes. Place cornstarch on a plate or in a shallow bowl and dredge tofu in it, coating thoroughly.
  2. 2 Heat enough oil so that tofu will be half-way submerged. Fry tofu in hot oil for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. 3 Sprinkle green onions over tofu and drizzle with hoisin sauce. Serve immediately.

By SMACPRODUCTIONS

Carrots with Apricot Preserves

Carrots with Apricot Preserves

4.4

Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Bring carrots and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and steam until the carrots are just tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, stir together the apricot preserves, cornstarch, dried apricots, and raisins in a saucepan. Place over medium heat, and cook until the mixture bubbles, thickens, and turns clear, 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. 4 Once the carrots have cooked, drain, and stir into the apricot preserves. Pour into a baking dish, and bake in preheated oven until the sauce has thickened further, and turned light brown, about 15 minutes.

By MeganM

Chili Cheese Fries

Chili Cheese Fries

4.2

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Prepare french fries as directed on the package.
  2. 2 Stir cornstarch and water in a small cup until cornstarch dissolves; set aside. Bring milk and margarine to a boil in a saucepan, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat and whisk the cornstarch mixture into the milk mixture, bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook and stir until the mixture is thick and smooth. Add the cheese to the milk mixture and stir until the cheese has melted and is well combined.
  3. 3 Prepare chili as directed on the can. Pour the cooked chili and the cheese sauce over the top of the cooked french fries.

By Michael L

Easy Sweet and Sour Pork

Easy Sweet and Sour Pork

4.5

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Blend cornstarch and soy sauce in small bowl; stir in pork until well coated.
  2. 2 Brown pork in hot oil in Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in 1/4 cup water. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. 3 Stir carrots, onion, bell pepper and sweet & sour sauce into pork mixture. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes longer, stirring frequently.
  4. 4 Add pineapple chunks; cook and stir only until pineapple is heated through.

By Kikkoman

Chicken A La Orange

Chicken A La Orange

3.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a skillet, brown chicken breasts in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Cook till juices run clear.
  2. 2 Add orange juice to the pan. When juice just begins to bubble around the edges of the pan, add corn starch dissolved in hot water. Mix ginger and honey together in a cup, and add to orange juice. Cook until sauce is thick and slightly browned. Serve.

By SKEHLER

Easy Air Fryer Tofu

Easy Air Fryer Tofu

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
52 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut block of tofu in half vertically and set side by side on a plate lined with multiple layers of paper towels. Add a thick layer of paper towels on top, weigh down with a heavy object (I used my bread box) and press for 30 minutes to remove as much liquid as possible.
  2. 2 Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes and place in a bowl. Drizzle with soy sauce and carefully toss to coat.
  3. 3 Combine cornstarch, onion powder, paprika, and white pepper in a small bowl. Add to tofu and carefully coat tofu with cornstarch mixture. Drizzle with sesame oil. Place tofu pieces in one layer in the basket of your air fryer. You might need to work in batches.
  4. 4 Air-fry at 390 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 6 minutes. Turn tofu pieces over and air-fry until crispy, about 6 more minutes.

By barbara