Stir Fry

Whether dried or fresh, oregano can be a wonderful addition to many dishes. Slightly bitter, oregano is a staple in many Italian and Mexican dishes. This spice works well with other spices and is…

The wok is one of the world's most elegant pieces of basic cooking technology. It makes supremely efficient use of both fuel and cooking oil, two things traditionally in short supply throughout much…

Sichuan dishes --- otherwise known as Szechuan and Szechwan --- originated in the southwest China province. Sichuan food features bold flavors and pungent spices, along with peanut paste, garlic and…

Oregano is an herb that is very similar to marjoram, in fact it is often referred to as wild marjoram. The leaves of the herb are the part used when cooking. While you can use fresh or dried oregano,…

Oregano is a member of the mint family and a common component of Italian and Mexican cuisine. Two main varieties -- Mexican and Mediterranean -- are used in cooking. The Mexican variety has a stronger…

Cloves are used in both sweet and savory dishes and are an integral ingredient in many different ethnic cuisines. The name comes from the Latin word for nail, clavus, which is what whole, dehydrated…

Leafy greens provide a low-calorie source of vitamins A and C as well as several minerals. Cooking times are longer for tougher greens such as kale and collards than for tender greens such as chard…

For many beginning cooks, the vast amount of culinary vocabulary seems intimidating at first. Many terms have similar meanings, but the differences between these terms often have a huge impact.

Cooking tofu can seem like a daunting task for a beginner who's afraid of making it resemble a gross eggy custard or overcooking it into a charred mess. It's fairly easy to get it right, though, if…

Tofu is a product made from processed soybeans bound with water or other liquid flavoring agents and molded into blocks. Lacking its own distinctive flavor, tofu can replace meat in certain dishes…

Egg foo yong is a Western omelet made in an Asian style. Egg foo yong can be served for breakfast or brunch, or as a snack or appetizer, or as a side dish. This basic egg foo yong is easy to make,…

A low-calorie stir-fry recipe can be made with chicken breasts, broccoli, onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, celery, mushrooms, carrots, garlic and more. Make a sauce for a low-calorie…

Cooking cactus flowers is as easy as cooking okra or fresh fruit. According to the website Garden Guides, cactus flowers of the genus Opuntia (prickly pear) are edible. The entire flower, though, is…

Eye round roast is an inexpensive cut of meat that is great for stir-fry. In many grocery stores, the butcher will slice it for you for free, but if you don't want to take the time to wait or the…

For Korean stir fry, simply slice up the pork steaks into 1/4-inch strips, and trim off any excess fat. Learn more about making traditional Korean food with advice from a lifelong cook in this free…

Contrary to myth, frozen vegetables can be just as healthy, if not healthier, than fresh vegetables. As they are frozen as soon as they are picked, they preserve the essential nutrients, unlike…

Bitter melon, also called bitter gourd, is a vegetable used mainly in eastern cuisine and traditional eastern medicines. It's a bitter vegetable, and the younger it is the more bitter it tastes.

If you're making fruits, vegetables and other nutrient-rich foods a part of your daily diet, you know you're doing your body a big favor. But you may be unknowingly losing precious vitamins and…

Soy products, which are food items made from soy beans, are everywhere, hiding in foods and being touted as the greatest thing since sliced bread. Soy foods are a basic staple of the vegetarian diet…

Adding fried noodles to a basic stir-fry is a great way to impress dinner guests with a less-common but delicious home-cooked meal. Also known as chow mein, stir-fried noodles typically include a…

Cooking in anodized aluminum can be easy if you follow some rules. Anodized aluminum has been put through a process that hardens the surface of the aluminum and makes it non-stick, scratch-resistant…

Watching the calories starts with the way a dish is prepared. Let me share with you a low calorie stir fry recipe you can easily, quickly and deliciously make in your kitchen tonight.

Quality living and a healthy life should not only include checkups with your doctor and regular physical activity, but should also include a healthy, nutritious diet. Lowering our cholesterol and…

Sometimes you spot mushrooms on sale and then later find that you bought too much of them. Well, they don't need to go into the garbage if you can't use them up before they rot; turn dark. With…

Making a healthy but delicious low carb stir fry is not difficult. A low carb stir fry can taste great and can be varied enough to help make any low carb diet easier. In addition, if done properly,…

Bean thread noodles are known by a variety of names, including Chinese vermicelli or cellophane noodles. Japan, Thailand, China and Korea all have traditional dishes that incorporate the bean thread…

In less than 30 minutes, you can have a simple and delicious stir-fry noodle dish ready to serve. Use a vegetable broth for a vegetarian version or add leftover diced chicken or ground meat for a…

Stir frying is a popular cooking technique. Originally associated with Asian cuisine, this style of cooking is now used by cooks around the world to prepare quick, healthful meals. As long as you have…

Creamed asparagus on toast is a classic dish that makes a healthy and delicious breakfast or lunch. This easy recipe is comfort food at its best.

Leafy greens are a good source of vitamins and minerals. These include vitamin A, which helps strengthen the immune system, and vitamin E, which serves as an antioxidant, helping the body clear out…

Asian food can be some of the best for you. Learn how to stir fry tofu for pot sticker soup in this free video clip on healthy Asian recipes.

Eating stir fry doesn't mean that you can't eat healthy. Simply substitute some of your favorite ingredients for healthy alternatives and you can enjoy stir fry as much as you always have.

Few people do not like stir-fry, and yet only a fraction of enthusiasts try to attempt such a dish at home. The drawback is making room for and cleaning a wok. With these tips, you can stir-fry…

You can stir-fry vegetables over one burner in under a half hour, which makes it a great summer dish when you're busy and don't want to turn on the oven. Stir-fry is best done with a wok, which…

In Japan, egg fu yong -- also spelled egg fu young, egg foo yong and other ways -- is known as kanitama, which means crab egg. Egg fu yong is basically an omelet, only it doesn't have to be as pretty…

Quick, light and tasty. Serves 2.

Stir-frying is an Asian technique for cooking meat and vegetables quickly, so that they retain texture and flavor. Stir-frying typically involves a quick sauté over high heat, occasionally followed by…

Leftover turkey is ideal for a stir-fry. Because the turkey is already cooked, this is even faster and easier than a normal stir-fry. Serves 4.