Saturday, September 4, 2010

Turkey Lettuce Wraps





Ingredients:

1 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 onion
1 tbsp. minced garlic
1 lb. ground turkey
1/4 c. stir-fry sauce
2 tbsp. soy sauce
3 tbsp. Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce (optional)
1 head iceberg lettuce, leaves separated

Directions:

In large skillet, heat olive oil over high heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add turkey and cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon.

Once meat is cook thoroughly, stir in stir-fry sauce, soy sauce, and Sriracha. Cook until heated through. Divide mixture among the lettuce leaves and serve immediately.

Tips:

-You can substitute ground beef for the ground turkey, but turkey is a healthier choice.
-You can add shredded carrots to the ground turkey mixture for added healthiness.

Sunday, August 29, 2010

Baked Chicken with Spicy Dry Rub






Spicy Dry Rub Ingredients:

1/4 tsp. cumin
1/4 tsp. Caribbean Jerk seasoning (optional, but recommended)
1/4 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
1/4 tsp. dried thyme flakes
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. brown sugar

Directions for Spicy Dry Rub:

Mix all ingredients together. Rub on chicken, shrimp, or turkey. Prepare meat as directed.

Makes approximately 1/2 c. Spicy Dry Rub



Baked Chicken with Spicy Dry Rub


Ingredients:

1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
Spicy Dry Rub

Directions:


Rub chicken with Spicy Dry Rub. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until juices in chicken run clear.