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Shrimp and Chayote Stir-Fry

Shrimp and Chayote Stir-FryShrimp and Chayote Stir-Fry

Adapted from The Slanted Door, Modern Vietnamese Food by Charles Phan, this stir-fry is light and refreshing.

Chayote aka mirliton is crisp, pale-green squash with a delicate flavor and tender crunch, somewhere between zucchini and green papaya. It holds up beautifully in a quick stir-fry and absorbs seasonings well.

Here, the colors and textures are part of the appeal. The light green chayote stays crisp-tender, while the shrimp turn soft pink and slightly springy. Together they create a clean contrast — cool green and warm pink, crisp and juicy against sweet and firm. Tossed with air-dried Momofuku noodles, it becomes a complete dish — the noodles soaking up the light, savory sauce and tying together the light jade and blush pink in a tangle of satisfying chew.

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Salmon Noodle Soup

Salmon Noodle Soup

Salmon Noodle Soup

The combination of chewy noodles, fresh toppings, and savory sockeye salmon makes Salmon Noodle Soup extra satisfying and flavorful. Adding tofu enhances the dish by boosting protein while keeping it light and silky.

The miso-based dashi broth creates a soup that is both dynamic and complex. Butter in the broth gives the soup a rich, luxurious texture while sansho pepper adds a unique citrusy, tingly heat that pairs beautifully with the umami-rich broth, salmon, and tofu.

Salmon Noodle Soup

Salmon Noodle Soup Recipe

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Sultry Coconut Curry Noodles with Shrimp

Sultry Coconut Curry Noodles with Shrimp

Sultry Coconut Curry Noodles with Shrimp

This yellow curry noodle dish carries a sultry allure, with its velvety textures and deeply spiced flavors that envelop the palate in warmth.

It has a fragrant, creamy broth with a balance of spice and richness. The aromatic shallots, ginger, garlic, and jalapeño are sautéed in olive oil. Curry powder and ground turmeric deepen the flavor before coconut milk and chicken stock create a smooth, flavorful base. A touch of cornstarch thickens the broth, while fish sauce adds serious umami notes.

Plump shrimp are simmered until just cooked, absorbing the warm, spiced broth and taking on the gorgeous golden color. Served over chewy-tender noodles, this dish is comforting, super flavorful, and mildly spicy. A garnish of fresh cilantro and basil add bright herbal notes while red jalapeño brings a bit more color and heat.

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3 Restaurants on The Vegas Strip in 3 Hours

Restaurants on the Vegas Strip

3 Restaurants on the Vegas Strip in 3 Hours

Three foodies enjoy a grazing lunch at three restaurants on
The Las Vegas Strip in three hours.

We were looking to graze on The Strip, to try lots of dishes in a fun and relaxed manner.  We were looking for inspired original innovative tastes, famous chefs, trendsetting ambiance, within walking distance of each other, menus that would fit harmoniously with each other, with items that we could all share. (And they had to be open for lunch, as many high-end restaurants are not).

Turns out we chose 3 very different and exciting restaurants with mostly Asian fare: Momofuku by David Chang with a menu that draws influence from the US, Korea, and Japan. China Poblano by José Andrés with dishes encompassing a global voyage that has connected the cuisines of the East and West. And the new Din Tai Fung, a world-renowned Taiwanese restaurant that specializes in soup dumplings and noodles.

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