SAUCES & SEASONINGS
In-N-Out Burger Sauce
In-N-Out Is a burger chain in several western states. It is known for their juicy burgers slathered in their special sauce with optional (though I…
Ahi Tuna Poki Salad
This is a new twist on Ahi Tuna Poki. Marinate good quality cubes of ahi tuna in my Japanese Vinaigrette dressing and serve with your favorite salad…
BBQ Chicken Marinade
The classic Chamorro marinade is quite simple. Start off with a base of soy sauce and vinegar -- the ratio is up to you, but I like using a 1:1…
BBQ Sauce
I usually opt for fina'denne' with my food, but occasionally I love a good BBQ sauce, most especially on smoked brisket, and sometimes on BBQ…
Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Garlic Wine Sauce
Hafa Adai! I know, I know...it’s been a while since I added a new recipe. But this one is worth the wait, trust me. I made this with skin on,…
Easy Lemon Garlic Aioli
My super simple aioli is tangy from fresh lemon juice and packed full of flavor from chopped garlic and cajun seasoning. It takes a few short…
Fina’dene’ ~ Chamorro ‘Special Sauce’
Chamorro Special Sauce -- that's what my non-Chamorro friends call fina'denne', the literal translation of which means made with pepper or donne',…
Garlic Ginger Vinaigrette
Good salad dressings are quite simple to make. One of the simplest to make is a vinaigrette, of which the basic components are vinegar…
Hannah’s BBQ Marinade
My teenaged daughter is the official Marinade maker in our house. She has a recipe that is so simple yet has all of our friends salivating when…
Hannah’s Carne Asada Tacos
My daughter loves to cook as much as I do, and she loves to experiment with new dishes. This is her take on Carne Asada Tacos, complete with her…
Herb Crusted Salmon with Wild Rice and Lemon Balsamic Salad
With the Lenten season upon us, I'm looking for opportunities to cook my favorite seafood different ways. One of my favorite types of seafood is…
Homemade Blackened Seasoning
Homemade Blackened Seasoning -- it's better than store-bought! This recipe is great when making Blackened Fish or Chicken. Give my recipe a…
Homemade Dry BBQ Rub
Homemade Dry BBQ Rub -- it's better than store-bought! This recipe is delicious on pork (ribs or roasts), beef brisket, and chicken. Whether…
Homemade Seasoned Salt
Homemade Seasoned Salt -- this is so much better than any store-bought variety. I've listed the very basic ingredients below, but you can create…
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Homemade Taco Seasoning -- it's better than store-bought! This recipe makes the equivalent of one packet of commercial taco seasoning mix. Use…
Japanese Salad Dressing
There is a sushi restaurant I frequent that serves a creamy white salad dressing with their salads that I just love. It's sweet, savory, and…
Japanese Vinaigrette
I love salads, but it's all about the dressing for me. I've been experimenting with various salad dressings but I always seem to migrate toward…
Lemon Balsamic Salad Dressing
This recipe was first published with my recipe for Herb Crusted Salmon (find my recipe here). Drizzle it over your favorite greens and serve with…
Lumpia Dipping Sauce
Lumpia is delicious all on its own, but occasionally I like serving them Vietnamese style -- on a bed of rice noodles atop a lettuce leaf with a side…
Miso Donne’ Dinanche (Miso Pepper Sauce)
Donne' Dinanche, or a hot pepper paste, has many variations. It can be made with just peppers and no other seasoning, or you can add other…
Pineapple BBQ Sauce
This sweet and tangy sauce is perfect with pulled pork. Try it on my Hawaiian Pulled Pork. I think you'll like it. 🙂 Pineapple BBQ…
Smoked Beef Brisket – A slightly sweet, smoky version
I love a good BBQ. It's rare that I use a dry rub when we BBQ at our house, especially since my daughter makes excellent marinades. However, when…
Thai BBQ Pork
Thai BBQ Pork is one recipe you'll definitely want to try. The secret is really in the marinade and basting sauce. Cilantro, soy sauce, lots of…
Thai Beef Salad
This popular Thai beef salad can serve as an appetizer or a meal. It's quick and easy to prepare so you can have it on your table in just a few…
Have you ever heard of taking Kool-Aid and mixing it with Beef Base to sprinkle on rice and meat? My friend says it is called seega. I love all of your recipes and love that I have I been introuduced to Chamorro food. Thank you!
I think that mixture might be more common in the Northern Mariana Islands, not so much on Guam.
Thanks, also, for giving my recipes a try.
Hafa Adai, Annie!
Love your site and really appreciate the recipes and effort you put into it!
Thank you!
Ken Cruz
Columbia , SC
Hafa Adai, Ken! Thanks, and you’re welcome.