Chinese Mustard Brussels

I was super shocked when this side was a huge hit with an International audience this Thanksgiving. I warned everyone that came that I had gotten carried away and spiced things to my taste – but … they still liked it. Aussies, French and Brits alike. 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

This side wasn’t the star my husband’s bourbon ham was (to be expected) … oooor the Chipotle sweet potatoes I 100% forgot to write any kind of recipe down for – but they were loved. I’ll take the win!

Boooooooooo – this picture sucks, but I forgot in the serving rush to take a better and didn’t end up with leftovers to shoot.

Chinese Mustard Brussels

1.5 lbs brussels sprouts, washed, de-stemmed and quartered

2 Tbsp mustard oil

2 Tbsp sesame oil

1 Tbsp rice vinegar

1 Tbsp smoked paprika

2 Tbsp Chinese mustard

4 Tbsp sesame seeds

4 Tbsp nutritional yeast

2 tsp red chili flakes

Salt & white pepper

First, prep your Brussels by washing them, cutting off the stem ends and quartering.

Preheat your air fryer on 400 for 3 minutes.

Toss the prepped Brussels with the oils, vinegar, paprika, and generous sprinkles salt & white pepper.

Air fry, tossing a few times, until nicely browned – about 15 mins.

When nice and roasted, toss with the mustard, sesame seeds, nutritional yeast and chili flakes to serve.

Makes a nice side for 6 in a Thanksgiving spread.

December 2, 2022

Dhow boats all decked out in World Cup country flags at this year’s month-long festivities

December 1, 2022

2022 Holiday card preview. Why do I insist on waiting till the 11th hr and then some every year?

November 30, 2022

Finally went to see the crossed swords hotels we watched go up over the last couple years. It’s massive, beautiful, and right on the Marina promenade.

November 29, 2022

One of our grocery stores – arguably the most consistent to find American and vegan products – is throwing an American foods spotlight. Aaand they just opened a branch within walking distance from me.

https://images.app.goo.gl/PFFWpDgPNcvjSoXB6

(Gif is of Ralph from the Simpsons saying “I’m in danger”) 😂😂

November 28, 2022

Brazil vs Switzerland at 974 Arena. This arena is made of shipping containers and is set to be disassembled and shipped off to another country after the World Cup.

November 27, 2022

I did actually leave the house today, but apparently was on such the hunt for jeans that I forgot to take any pics from the 4 hours I spent at the mall. 😂

November 26, 2022

Forgot to take any actual pics today – just a ton of screenshots of FIFA-related stuff for my digital scrapbook.

November 25, 2022

Part of this years Thanksgiving Spread: candied pecans, vegan French onion dip, dippables, vegan pumpkin hummus & dairy-free cheese ball bites

Flank Steak with Salsa

This is a fantastic – and quick – weeknight main.

gluten-free, paleo

Flank Steak with Salsa

1 lb. flank or flap steak

1 large tomato

2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced and salted

1 green chili, minced

1/4 c parsley, chopped

1-2 tsp fresh thyme, picked and chopped

1/4 c smoked almonds, chopped

4 Tbsp flavored vinegar (I used ume plum but sherry would be good here)

2 anchovies

Salt, pepper & oil

First, make your salsa & sauce by adding half of the following to a blender & half to a bowl: chopped tomatoes, parsley, thyme and almonds; sliced and salted garlic, and vinegar. Add the sardines to the blender only.

Blend half the mix and toss the other. Set aside.

Heat a pan over high heat, and add a bit of high smoke point oil. Salt & pepper the steak and brush some of the blended sauce over. Sear on one side, flip, re-sauce and let cook a couple minutes (about halfway done). Flip again and sauce. Continue cooking until your desired doneness is reached. Re-sauce and let rest.

To serve, layer slices of steak over a bit of the blended sauce and top with the chunky salsa.

Serves 3-4