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“Fried Wontons for Busy Parents – Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce that Will Make Your Mouth Water!”
Fried Wontons with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce
As a stay at home parent, I’m always looking for new and creative ways to make mealtime fun and interesting. One of my favorite recipes is Fried Wontons with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce. This delicious dish is easy to make, flavorful, and super simple to customize. Plus, it’s a great way to get the kids involved in the kitchen!
My story about Fried Wontons with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce begins when I was a young girl. My mother was an amazing cook, and she would make these delicious fried wontons for us every now and then. As a child, I loved them so much that I would beg her to make them at least once a week! Even when I became an adult, I could not get enough of these fried wontons.
The best part about this recipe is how easy it is to prepare. All you need are wonton wrappers, ground pork or chicken, garlic, scallions, soy sauce, cornstarch, vegetable oil for frying, and whatever other toppings you’d like to add. Simply mix together the pork or chicken with garlic and scallions before stuffing the wonton wrappers with the mixture. Then fry the wrappers until golden brown and crispy.
For the Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce, simply mix together chili paste, rice vinegar, honey or brown sugar, water, garlic powder and sesame oil – that’s it! The dipping sauce adds just the right amount of heat and sweetness to the fried wontons.
If you’re feeling adventurous in the kitchen, you can also customize your Fried Wontons with different ingredients such as shrimp or vegetables. No matter what you choose to add to your wontons, they will always be delicious!
Fried Wontons with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce is a great way to bring some fun and flavor into mealtime. Whether you’re enjoying them as an appetizer or a main course – your family is sure to love them just as much as I did growing up!
Ingredients:
Wonton Wrappers
Ground Pork or Chicken
Garlic
Scallions
Soy Sauce
Cornstarch
Vegetable Oil for Frying
Toppings of Choice (optional)For The Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce:
Chili Paste
Rice Vinegar
Honey or Brown Sugar
Water
Garlic Powder
Sesame Oil
“Grill Deliciousness: How to Make Honey Mustard Chicken with a Stay at Home Parent’s Touch!”
Grilled Chicken with Honey and Mustard Marinade
Ingredients:
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper.
2. Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Turn them to coat in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours and up to overnight.
3. Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the chicken on the hot grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through (internal temperature should read 165 degrees F on an instant read thermometer).
4. Serve with your favorite sides for an easy weeknight meal. Enjoy!As a stay at home parent, I know how hard it can be to come up with exciting meals that keep everyone in the family happy. That’s why I’m so excited to share this Grilled Chicken with Honey and Mustard Marinade recipe with you! It’s a simple marinade that packs a lot of flavor and can be prepared in advance for easy weeknight meals. Plus, it requires just a few ingredients that you likely have on hand in your pantry or fridge!
I first discovered this recipe when my son was just starting preschool and I was looking for something quick yet delicious to make for lunch that I could also share with him when he came home from school. After reading through a few different recipes I decided to combine some of my favorite ingredients into one marinade that would bring out the best flavors of the grilled chicken without being overly complicated or taking too much time out of my day. The result was this Grilled Chicken with Honey and Mustard Marinade recipe that has become one of our family favorites!
This delectable dish requires only a few simple steps. First you whisk together a mixture of Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme and salt and pepper in a bowl before coating your chicken breasts in it and allowing it to marinate in the refrigerator for at least two hours up to overnight (the longer you let it sit in the marinade the more flavorful your chicken will be). Then all you have left to do is preheat your grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat before cooking your chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through (internal temperature should read 165 degrees F on an instant read thermometer).
Once your chicken is cooked through all that’s left is to serve it up with your favorite sides for an easy weeknight meal that your whole family will love! Not only is this dish flavorful but it’s also healthy so you don’t have to feel guilty about indulging every now and again. Plus it’s sure to become one of those meals that you make over and over again for years to come!
So go ahead and give this Grilled Chicken with Honey and Mustard Marinade recipe a try tonight – I promise you won’t be disappointed!
“Beef Stew to Spice Up Your Stay-at-Home Dinner Routine!”
Beef Stew with Potatoes and Carrots: A Delicious and Hearty Meal for Stay at Home Parents
As a stay-at-home parent, you know that time is at a premium. You have to manage the household, care for your children, and maybe even work from home. In the midst of all this, it can be difficult to find time to prepare a nutritious and delicious meal. That’s why I’m excited to share this recipe for beef stew with potatoes and carrots. This hearty dish is sure to fill your family’s bellies and warm their hearts.
My family has been preparing this particular beef stew recipe for over 30 years. We’ve served it at countless family gatherings and holiday meals, and it never fails to be a hit. It’s also incredibly easy to make, so stay-at-home parents like you will find it a breeze to whip up on busy weeknights. Plus, it’s loaded with healthy ingredients that you can feel good about feeding your family.
Ingredients:
2 lbs chuck roast, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 large carrots, peeled and sliced into coins
2 cups beef broth/stock
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:1) Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.
2) Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the onion and garlic to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3) Return the beef cubes to the pot along with the potatoes, carrots, beef broth/stock, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and salt & pepper. Stir everything together until combined.
4) Cover the pot with a lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 ½ – 2 hours or until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through. Stir occasionally while cooking.
5) Serve with crusty bread or dinner rolls for a delicious meal your whole family will love! Enjoy!I vividly remember my mom making this beef stew when I was growing up. To me it was always more than just food—it was a warm hug in a bowl that comforted me after long days at school or after rough playground tumbles with my siblings. I’m so glad that I can pass this comforting recipe down to my own children now that I’m a stay at home parent – it’s definitely become a staple in our household!
This simple yet delicious dish is sure to please even the pickiest eaters in your home. Whether you’re looking for something quick and easy or just want something warm and comforting on those chilly evenings, this beef stew recipe won’t disappoint! So grab those ingredients from your pantry or fridge, get cooking, and enjoy!