Home Cook Maverick Vol.5

The Right Way to Eat Sushi

We have a small little sushi place we go to when we feel we need some good takeout. The sushi is fantastic for the price and the specialty rolls are awesome. After having some this past weekend, it occurred to me I really don't know anything about the etiquette of eating sushi. Turns out I was doing a lot wrong. One little tidbit I found interesting is don't add soy sauce to sushi that's already sauced. That makes it a little less cumbersome when handling the super volcano roll.

The Best Chopsticks

If I eat Japanese food, I have to have chopsticks. For me it just makes it more of an event. I even have several of my own gifted from a family friend, which makes it nice to whip them out when I need them. In case you'd like your own, here's a comprehensive list on some from across Asia.

The Five Best Soy Sauces for Sushi

This list is for anyone who's interested in upping their soy sauce game. Instead of reaching for your run-of-the-mill Kikkoman, it might be time to take a chance on variety of flavors the soy sauce world has to offer. I'm guilty for just relying on good 'ol Tamari (which is a huge upgrade if you only use the basic Kikkoman).

Your Grocery List

Banh Mi Rice Bowl

Add all of your favorite Banh Mi fillings to rice and create this delectable rice bowl. Try this Banh Mi Rice Bowl recipe for a twist on the classic banh mi sandwich, but without the bread!

Spoonful of FlavorAshley C.

Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs

Cilantro lime chicken thighs are perfectly juicy, just a little crispy, and full of flavor thanks to an easy marinade that takes only minutes to make.

All the Healthy ThingsAshlea Carver

Classic Minestrone Soup with Gluten-Free Noodles

This gluten free minestrone soup features a variety of flavorful and nutritious vegetables like carrots, celery, onions, zucchini, and kale. An Italian inspired recipe with lovely complex layers of flavor thanks to a few dried spices and tomato paste that can be made in less than an hour. It’s vegetarian (and vegan if you use…

nyssa's kitchenNyssa Tanner

Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Vegan) - Two Spoons

Black bean stuffed sweet potatoes recipe with fresh ingredients like tomatoes, corn, black beans, a simple guacamole, and vegan sour cream.

Two SpoonsHannah Sunderani

High-Protein Chimichurri Grain Bowl | Walder Wellness, Dietitian (RD)

This High-Protein Chimichurri Grain Bowl is a healthy vegetarian lunch or weeknight dinner idea. Recipe can be made ahead and enjoyed either warm or cold!

Walder Wellness, RD | Simple, Healthy Whole Food RecipesCarrie Walder