Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry with Tofu Spicy Thai Basil Chicken and Tofu Stir-Fry in Savory Garlic Sauce Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground chicken 1/2 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 red chili, thinly sliced (adjust to taste) 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional for color) 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce) 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or additional soy sauce for vegetarian version) 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1/4 cup water 1 cup Thai basil leaves Cooked jasmine rice, for serving Directions: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan, then add garlic and chili. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add ground chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Stir in bell pepper (if using) and cook for 2–3 minutes. Return the tofu to the pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and water. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Toss in the Thai basil and stir-fry just until the basil wilts, about 1 minute. Serve hot over jasmine rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 370 kcal per serving | Servings: 3 servings #thaibasilchicken #thaifoodlove #chickenstirfry #tofurecipes #asiancuisine #spicystirfry #basilchicken #vegetarianfriendly #ricebowl #weeknightdinner #homecookedmeal #garlicchicken #easythaifood #flavorfuldinner #herbydish #quickstirfry #chilitofu #fusionflavors #mealprepideas #tofuandchicken Craving bold flavor? This Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry with Tofu is spicy, savory, and full of Thai herb goodness. Serve it over jasmine rice and dinner is DONE!

Pesto and Ricotta Pasta Creamy Pesto and Ricotta Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz fusilli or penne pasta 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup reserved pasta water 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Lemon zest (optional) Directions: Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in pesto and cook for another minute. Add ricotta and reserved pasta water. Stir to combine into a creamy sauce. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Stir in grated Parmesan, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of lemon zest for brightness. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: Approximately 540 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #vegetarianrecipes #pastadish #basilpesto #ricottapasta #comfortfood #quickdinnerideas #weeknightmeals #homecooked #italiandinner #freshherbs #easypasta #pestolove #parmesancheese #garlicflavor #creamyricotta #dinnerunder30 #simpleingredients #easyrecipes #pastalovers #lightdinner Creamy, dreamy, and bursting with basil flavor! This Pesto & Ricotta Pasta is the ultimate comfort food made easy.

Goan Chicken Xacuti Spicy Coconut Chicken Xacuti – A Traditional Goan Delight Ingredients: 1.5 lbs (700g) bone-in chicken, cut into pieces 2 tablespoons oil 2 medium onions, finely chopped 1 cup grated fresh or desiccated coconut 4 dried Kashmiri red chilies 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns 1-inch cinnamon stick 3 cloves 3 green cardamom pods 1 star anise 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional for color) Salt to taste 1/2 cup water (or as needed) Fresh coriander leaves for garnish Directions: Dry roast the coconut in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown. Set aside. In the same skillet, dry roast the poppy seeds, coriander, cumin, fennel, peppercorns, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, star anise, and red chilies until fragrant. Let all roasted ingredients cool slightly, then grind them with the toasted coconut into a smooth paste using a little water. Heat oil in a large pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken and sauté for 5–7 minutes until lightly browned. Mix in turmeric, paprika, and salt. Then add the coconut-spice paste and stir well to coat the chicken. Pour in water, cover, and simmer on low for 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the gravy has thickened. Garnish with chopped coriander and serve hot with rice or Goan poee bread. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 410 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 #goanchicken #xacuti #chickencurry #spicyindianfood #goanrecipes #indianchicken #coconutcurry #traditionalgoan #flavorfulindian #indiancomfortfood #southasianflavors #currylovers #homecookedmeals #indianheritage #indianfoodie Craving a bold, spicy curry? Goan Chicken Xacuti brings the heat with toasted coconut and aromatic spices. A must-try Indian classic!

Crunchy Fried Shrimp Golden Crunchy Fried Shrimp with Zesty Dipping Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on 1 cup buttermilk 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup cornmeal 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat) Salt and black pepper to taste Vegetable oil for frying Lemon wedges and tartar sauce or spicy aioli for serving Directions: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. Pour buttermilk into a shallow bowl and add shrimp. Let soak for 10–15 minutes. In another bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. In a third bowl, place panko breadcrumbs. Heat 2–3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, then back into buttermilk, and finally coat in panko breadcrumbs. Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 330 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #friedshrimp #crispyshrimp #seafoodrecipe #shrimpdinner #pankoshrimp #easyfriedfood #southernseafood #shrimpfry #homecookedseafood #shrimpstarter #crunchybites #appetizerideas #shrimpfest #spicyshrimp #crispygoodness #shrimplovers #goldenfriedshrimp #easyseafoodrecipes #homemadefriedshrimp #friedfavorites Craving crispy seafood? These Crunchy Fried Shrimp are golden, juicy, and totally addictive! Perfect with a squeeze of lemon or a spicy aioli

Coconut Chicken Curry with Spinach Creamy Coconut Chicken Curry with Fresh Spinach Ingredients: 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks 1 tablespoon oil (coconut or vegetable) 1 large onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated 1 tablespoon curry powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk 3 cups baby spinach Salt to taste Juice of 1/2 lime Fresh cilantro for garnish Cooked basmati rice, for serving Directions: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for another minute. Add curry powder, turmeric, cumin, paprika, and chili flakes. Stir for 30 seconds to bloom the spices. Add chicken pieces and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Stir in spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and lime juice to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over rice. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #coconutchicken #spinachcurry #chickencurry #coconutmilkrecipes #comfortfood #easycurryrecipe #indianinspired #chickenandspinach #healthycurry #glutenfree #dairyfree #coconutflavor #creamyandspicy #weeknightmeals #lowcarboption #currylovers #richflavors #spinachrecipes #onepotdinner #homecookedcurry Creamy, cozy, and full of flavor! This Coconut Chicken Curry with Spinach is the ultimate one-pan meal for any night of the week