Mongolian Beef and Spring Onions Savory Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry with Fresh Spring Onions Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) flank steak, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon ginger, minced 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry) 1 bunch spring onions (scallions), sliced into 2-inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Cooked steamed rice, for serving Directions: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced flank steak in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the beef and set aside. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, water, and brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Return the beef to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly in the sauce. Add the spring onions and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another 1-2 minutes until onions are tender but still bright. Serve immediately over steamed rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #mongolianbeef #asianstirfry #beefrecipes #quickdinner #springonions #stirfryrecipe #chinesefood #weeknightdinner #easymeals #familymeals #savorydishes #comfortfood #homemadefood #asianflavors #meatlover #beefdish #fastrecipes #mealprep #flanksteak #deliciousdinner Craving bold flavors? This Mongolian Beef and Spring Onions stir-fry delivers savory, sweet, and a hint of spice in every bite! Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

Cabbage Roll Soup Hearty Cabbage Roll Soup with Ground Beef and Rice Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chopped green cabbage 2 large carrots, peeled and diced 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes 4 cups beef broth 1/2 cup uncooked white rice 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant. Stir in chopped cabbage and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with juices), beef broth, uncooked rice, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until rice is tender and cabbage is softened. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cabbagerollsoup #comfortfood #souprecipes #easymeals #onepotmeal #groundbeefrecipes #riceandsoup #familydinners #homemadesoup #savoryflavors #heartyrecipes #healthycomfortfood #cabbagecooking #cozyeats #homestylecooking #soupseason #mealprepideas #easyweeknights #lowcostmeals #souplovers Cold weather calls for something warm and hearty—like this Cabbage Roll Soup! Everything you love about classic cabbage rolls, now in an easy one-pot meal.

CREAMY GARLIC MUSHROOM SALMON Ingredients: For the salmon: 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For the sauce: 2 tablespoons butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup vegetable broth 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: 1⃣ Season the salmon fillets with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside. 2⃣ In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender. 3⃣ Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. 4⃣ Add heavy cream, vegetable broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. 5⃣ Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the creamy mushroom sauce over the top. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to heat through. 6⃣ Serve hot with your favorite side dish, like mashed potatoes or rice. Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Calories: ~450 kcal per serving Servings: 4

Bulgarian Kavarma – Meat and Vegetable Stew in Clay Pot A hearty Bulgarian dish, Kavarma is made with pork or veal stewed slowly with onions, peppers, tomatoes, and spices, often baked in a traditional clay pot. Ingredients (Serves 4): * 700g pork shoulder or veal, cubed * 2 onions, chopped * 1 red bell pepper, sliced * 2 tomatoes, chopped * 1 carrot, diced * 100ml white wine * 1 tsp paprika * 2 bay leaves, thyme, salt, pepper * Sunflower oil Instructions: 1. Sear meat in oil until browned. Remove. 2. Sauté onions and vegetables in the same pan until soft. 3. Return meat, add wine, paprika, bay leaves, and herbs. 4. Transfer to a clay pot or casserole. Cover and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 1.5 hours. 5. Serve hot with bread or rice. Bulgarian Tip: Often enjoyed sizzling hot in individual clay bowls with a side of Shopska salad.

Shrimp and Kimchi Stew Spicy Korean Shrimp Stew with Kimchi and Tofu Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 small onion, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ginger, grated 1 cup kimchi, chopped (plus 2 tablespoons kimchi juice) 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), or to taste 1 tablespoon soy sauce 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1/2 block soft or silken tofu, cubed 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 green onions, sliced (plus extra for garnish) 1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Heat sesame oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add sliced onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in chopped kimchi, kimchi juice, and gochugaru. Cook for 2–3 minutes to deepen the flavor. Pour in the broth and soy sauce. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to simmer for 10 minutes. Add the tofu cubes and cook for 5 more minutes. Add the shrimp and simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Stir in fish sauce (if using) and green onions. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with additional green onions and serve hot with steamed rice. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #kimchistew #shrimprecipes #koreanstew #spicyseafood #comfortfoodbowl #tofuandkimchi #asiansoups #lowcarbdinner #glutenfreeoption #onepotmeals #weeknightcomfort #fermentedfoods #spicysoup #koreancooking #shrimpdishes #cozyeats #probioticsoup #savoryshrimp #soulwarmingrecipes #easyasiandinner This Shrimp and Kimchi Stew is the perfect mix of spicy, tangy, and cozy. Packed with bold Korean flavors and ready in 30 minutes!