# Recipes

A personal recipe collection. Each section below is a complete recipe.

# Chicken Skewers

## Ingredients

- chicken breasts or thighs
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- paprika
- baby potatoes
- broccoli
- skewers

## Instructions

1. Cut chicken into bite-sized chunks and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Thread the chicken onto skewers.
3. Grill over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, for 8–12 minutes until charred and cooked through.
4. Slice slits in the potatoes and smoke them for 45–60 minutes.
5. Steam the broccoli for 5 minutes.
6. Serve the skewers hot with the potatoes and broccoli.

# Chicken Wings

## Ingredients

- flour
- Frank's wing powdered seasoning
- red pepper flakes (optional)

## Instructions

1. Air fry for 20 minutes at 300 using the standard air fry setting.
2. Take out and cool in the fridge for 30 minutes.
3. Air fry for 13 minutes at 400 using the max crisp setting.

# Chili Crisp Chicken With Capers

## Ingredients

- chicken breasts
- salt
- black pepper
- cooked white rice
- chili crisp
- capers
- green onions
- garlic powder (optional)
- olive oil
- butter
- flour
- chicken broth

## Instructions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder if using.
2. Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
3. Rest the chicken for 3–5 minutes, then slice.
4. In the same pan, warm a splash of olive oil with butter over medium heat.
5. Whisk in a touch of flour and cook for 1 minute.
6. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes until lightly thickened into a white sauce.
7. Warm the rice and spoon it into bowls, then ladle a little white sauce around the rice.
8. Top with sliced chicken, spoon chili crisp over the chicken, and scatter capers and sliced green onions on top.
9. Serve immediately.

# Croissant Burger

## Ingredients

- ground beef
- croissant
- habanero cheese
- lettuce
- japanese mayo
- sriracha
- fresh white onion

## Instructions

1. Form the ground beef into patties and season both sides. Cook in a skillet or on the grill for 3–4 minutes per side until done to your liking.
2. Cut the burger in half horizontally after cooking and put the cheese in the middle.
3. Slice the croissants in half and toast with the cheese and burger together for 1–2 minutes.
4. Build the burger: bottom croissant, patty with cheese, japanese mayo and sriracha, sliced white onion, lettuce, top croissant. Serve immediately.

# Egg In A Hole

## Ingredients

- 1 slice of bread
- 1 egg
- butter
- salt
- black pepper
- fresh chives
- hot sauce
- pickled onions
- pickled jalapenos

## Instructions

1. Cut a hole in the center of the bread slice.
2. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
3. Place the bread in the pan and crack the egg into the hole.
4. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden, then flip and cook for 1–2 minutes to desired doneness.
5. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with chopped chives.
6. Drizzle with hot sauce and serve with pickled onions and jalapenos on the side.

# Fried Coated Chicken

## Ingredients

- chicken breasts
- salt
- black pepper
- flour
- eggs
- crackers
- parmesan
- oil for frying
- cooked white rice
- broccoli
- hot sauce
- japanese mayo
- dried oregano

## Instructions

1. Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets and season with salt and pepper.
2. crush crackers and add together with parmesan
3. Dredge each cutlet in flour, then egg, then coating.
4. Fry in oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then slice.
5. Steam the broccoli for 5 minutes.
6. Plate the sliced chicken over white rice with broccoli on the side.
7. Drizzle with hot sauce and japanese mayo, then sprinkle with dried oregano.

# Green Beans

## Ingredients

- green beans
- garlic
- soy sauce

## Instructions

1. Cook green beans for 5–7 minutes until most of the way done.
2. Mince garlic and start to fry it.
3. Cook the green beans on low in the garlic for 2–3 minutes.
4. Add soy sauce once everything is about done.

# Jerky

## Ingredients

- center round cut of beef
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon honey

## Instructions

1. Trim excess fat from the beef and slice it into thin strips against the grain, about 1/4 inch thick.
2. Mix the black pepper, smoked paprika, cajun seasoning, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, and honey.
3. Toss the beef strips in the seasoning mix until evenly coated.
4. Cover and marinade overnight in the fridge.
5. Arrange the strips on Traeger grates with a little space between each piece.
6. Smoke on the Traeger at 165–180°F for 6–8 hours until dry but still slightly pliable.
7. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container.

# KFC Mashed Potatoe Bowl

## Ingredients

### Popcorn Chicken

- chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- salt
- black pepper
- flour
- eggs
- bread crumbs
- oil for frying

### Bowl

- mashed potatoes
- gravy
- corn
- green onions, sliced
- shredded cheese (optional)

## Instructions

1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
2. Dredge each piece in flour, then egg, then bread crumbs.
3. Fry in oil for 4–6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
4. Add a layer of mashed potatoes to the bottom of a bowl.
5. Top with gravy, corn, and the fried chicken.
6. Sprinkle with sliced green onions (and cheese, if using) and serve.

# Pasta

## Ingredients

- penne pasta
- tomato sauce
- fresh diced tomatoes
- diced onion
- diced garlic
- parmesan
- black pepper
- ground beef

## Instructions

1. Cook penne for 10–12 minutes.
2. Pre-cook diced onion and garlic for 3–4 minutes.
3. Add in ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes.
4. Toss with tomato sauce and tomatoes.
5. Top with shaved parmesan and cracked black pepper.

# Potatoes

## Ingredients

- baby potatoes or small Yukon golds
- salt
- black pepper
- oil for frying
- sour cream
- pickled red onions
- pickled jalapeños
- microgreens
- edible flowers (optional)

## Instructions

1. Boil the potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender, then drain and let cool slightly.
2. Place the potatoes on a board and smash each one flat with the bottom of a glass or mug.
3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the smashed potatoes for 3–5 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy.
4. Season with salt and black pepper and transfer to a plate.
5. Drizzle with sour cream, then top with pickled red onions, pickled jalapeños, and microgreens.
6. Garnish with edible flowers if using, and serve immediately.

# Potatoes And Salmon

## Ingredients

### Salmon

- salmon fillet
- seasoning
- hollandaise sauce

### Loaded Potatoes

- potatoes
- pickled onions
- fresh chives
- sour cream
- bacon
- seasoning salt

### Asparagus

- asparagus
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper

## Instructions

1. Season the salmon and roast in the oven for 12–15 minutes until it reaches the proper internal temperature.
2. Slow smoke the potatoes for 60–90 minutes, then mash them lightly.
3. Top the potatoes with pickled onions, fresh chives, sour cream, bacon, and seasoning salt.
4. Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grill for 5–8 minutes until charred and tender.
5. Plate the salmon with a drizzle of hollandaise sauce alongside the loaded potatoes and asparagus.

# Ribs

## Ingredients

- ribs
- seasoning
- light brown sugar
- honey
- butter

## Instructions

1. Cut ends so it's flat on the ends.
2. Season overnight.
3. Cook at 275°F for 2.5 hours.
4. Bring in and season again.
5. Lay down tin foil with light brown sugar, honey, and butter.
6. Wrap up meat side down.
7. Cook for another 2 hours at 275°F.

# Rice

## Ingredients

### Sushi Rice

- 1 cup rice
- 1.75 cups water

### Brown Rice

- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups water

### Mixed Rice

- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups water

## Instructions

1. Rinse rice.
2. For sushi rice, cook with the listed water ratio for 18 minutes.
3. For brown or mixed rice, cook with the listed water ratio for 40–45 minutes.

# Salmon

## Ingredients

- salmon
- seasoning

## Instructions

1. Slice into cubes.
2. Season to taste.
3. Throw in oven for 8–12 minutes until proper internal temperature.

# Steak

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjQWzOFFxKU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bc8udhll8qo

## Ingredients

- steak

## Instructions

1. Heat to 130°F, then take off and let sit for 5–10 minutes.

# Thai Peanut Butter Noodles

## Ingredients

### Sauce

- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar

### Toppings

- chicken
- diced cucumber
- diced red pepper
- crushed peanuts
- cilantro
- edamame

## Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
2. Add the noodles and cook for 8–10 minutes.
3. Drain the noodles and rinse with cold water.
4. Cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes, then dice for topping.
5. In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, and sugar.
6. Add the noodles to the peanut butter sauce and mix well.
7. Serve with chicken and your favorite toppings.

# Tonkatsu

## Ingredients

- pork loin or pork tenderloin chops
- seasoning salt with herbs
- salt
- black pepper
- flour
- eggs
- panko breadcrumbs
- oil for frying
- tonkatsu sauce
- white sesame seeds
- microgreens
- cooked white rice

## Instructions

1. Pound the pork chops thin and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Dredge each cutlet in flour, then egg, then panko, pressing so the breadcrumbs stick.
3. Fry in oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then rest for 2–3 minutes and slice into strips.
4. Serve over white rice topped with seasoning salt and herbs, drizzle with tonkatsu sauce, and finish with sesame seeds, microgreens, and a pinch of black pepper.

# Twice Baked Potatoes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKiRQG4q_bA&ab_channel=MasonWoodruff

## Ingredients

- potatoes
- parsley
- bacon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- black pepper
- cheese
- sour cream
- chives

## Instructions

1. Air fry potatoes for about 20 minutes.
2. Scoop out potatoes and add sour cream.
3. Mix in parsley, bacon, butter, black pepper, and cheese.
4. Add the mix back into the potatoes.
5. Return to the air fryer with cheese on top for 5 minutes at 400.
6. Top with bacon, chopped chives, and sour cream.