To make two chicken cutlets, hold your knife parrallel to the cutting board, halfway up the thickness of the breast. With the opposite hand placed firmly on the top of the chicken, slice through. Flatten each half with a meat mallet.
Who doesn't order grilled squid (calamari) when at a good Greek restaurant? Why not enjoy it more often at home? It's easy – and inexpensive to boot.
This delicate and moist fish tastes superb with its seasoned dressing. After taking it off the grill, let it cool for a few minutes to ensure the skin doesn't stick to the foil.
A tender cut of beef, such as sirloin, can be grilled, sliced and topped with a zesty orange barbecue sauce to serve right away on crusty rolls. Or grill it ahead, slice and reheat on the barbecue or in the oven.
Golden, curry-scented kedgeree is a British dish traditionally made with smoked fish and basmati rice. We've borrowed a lot of the same flavours, added some healthful ingredients like kale, and taken a few shortcuts so you can create this dish in only 30 minutes, with minimal effort.
Plums might not be the first fruit you think to grill, but their gorgeous burgundy skin gets even prettier as the natural sugars caramelize. The sweetness pairs well with grilled pork and this aromatic sauce full of warming spices.
A cross between falafel and a veggie burger, these savoury patties make a hearty meal. Quinoa flakes act as a binding agent and ramp up the protein content, too.
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.
Lasagna packed with mushrooms and cheese will garner rave reviews from both vegetarians and meat eaters.
Instead of the usual spaghetti and meatballs in tomato sauce, add some excitement to your weeknight dinner with this twist. You can find fresh pasta refrigerated in the deli section of the grocery store. Serve with green beans or asparagus.
