Serve this fresh summery salad at your next backyard barbecue or potluck. Grilling the corn brings out its natural sweetness, which pairs well with the edamame. To remove kernels from the corncob, hold the cob at an angle and carefully cut down the ear with a sharp knife, removing several rows of kernels with each slice. If you're short on time, substitute with 1 cup frozen corn kernels, cooked and cooled.
These one-bite hors d'oeuvres deliciously deliver the traditional Thai sensations of hot, sour, salty and sweet.
A great source of iron, this beef salad pairs spicy jerk seasonings with sweet grilled peppers. Leftovers taste great for lunch the next day.
Succulent chunks of chicken and colourful skewers of fruit and vegetables make a pretty plate. Setting part of the marinade aside for basting the chicken ensures that you don't transfer raw chicken juices to the cooked food.
This curry is based on the techniques and flavours of Bengali cuisine, which is noted for its many fish dishes. A firm-fleshed freshwater or saltwater fish is needed here: Tilapia or ocean perch fillets will do quite well. Serve with rice.
Bright, citrusy lemongrass, heady star anise and fresh ginger add flair to store-bought beef broth in this Asian-inspired twist on chicken noodle soup. Different brands of udon noodles vary greatly in sodium content. Look for noodles that have about 400 milligrams of sodium per 200-gram package.
A vegan dish is one that contains no animal products, and this curry is a full-flavoured example of the genre. Squash and red pepper provide brilliant colour and textural contrast to firm tofu in this one-pot dish. We use firm tofu in stews because it holds its shape well when stirred. If you aren't into fiery foods, you can use Thai Kitchen red curry paste (which we find milder than other brands), reduce the amount or use mild Indian curry paste. Serve over rice or noodles.
Per serving
Restaurant cost $7.50
To make $3.83
Savings $3.67
Time-Saving Tip: This makes enough for six healthy servings. Making slightly larger portions at dinner and refrigerating the extras for the next day's lunch can save precious time in the morning.
This curry is inspired by Pork Colombo, a stewed dish popular in West Indian cuisine. It takes its name from the Colombo spice blend, which can be found in major supermarkets or West Indian grocery stores. You can also prepare it yourself.
