Juicy Sirloin Cheddar & Shrimp Shumai (Makes 30 pieces) Filling: 1½ pounds ground beef (preferably 80/20) ½ pound raw shrimp, finely chopped 1 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 scallion, green only, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 egg 30 wonton wrappers Dipping sauce: Sriracha or sambal oelek Soy sauce Make the Filling In a large bowl, mix together all the filling ingredients until evenly combined. Set aside. In a small bowl, beat the egg with 2 tablespoons of water until combined
Chocolate Budino Tart with Strawberries & Sea Salt (Serves 8-10) Crust (also see note): 1¼ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup granulated sugar Kosher salt 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, cold and cut into ½-inch pieces 3-4 tablespoons ice water Note: Feel free to just use a store-bought pie crust. Filling: 1¼ cup heavy cream 4 large egg yolks ¼ cup brown sugar Kosher salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Strawberries, thinly sliced Sea salt, for garnish Make the Crust Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray the inside of a 10-inch tart pan and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Using a pastry cutter (or two butter knifes), work
Cast-Iron Butternut Squash & Chorizo Fried Rice (Serves 4-6) ¼ cup unsalted butter ½ cup onions, diced Kosher salt Ground black pepper 12 ounces butternut squash (or pumpkin), diced ½ pound chorizo 4 cups of cooked rice, preferably one day old 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil Canola oil 4 large eggs, beaten Caramelize the Onions In a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. When the butter has melted add the onions and season with salt and black pepper. Cook the onions until golden brown and translucent, about 9-10 minutes, making sure to stir often so the onions do not burn. Add the Other Ingredients Add the diced pumpkin and cook for 7-8 minutes. Ad