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Affordable Asian-Inspired Chicken Recipes

Regular readers of this blog know that I buy chicken in bulk. My family never seems to tire of eating “the bird.” I, on the other hand, struggle on a weekly basis to find new ways to present chicken without going over budget. Fortunately, I got some inspiration during our recent trip to Hawaii. The following Asian-inspired recipes pep up chicken in a way your entire family will enjoy. What’s more, both dishes are easy and affordable. CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts 1 package chicken flavored ramen noodles 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup sesame seeds, toasted 1/2 … Continue reading →

The Best Japanese Restaurants in Memphis – Nagasaki Inn

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Even though Memphis is in the heart of the South, it has many great ethnic restaurants. Maybe it is because there is such a blend of people that call Memphis home. There are many great Japanese restaurants in Memphis, but my personal favorite is the Nagasaki Inn at 3951 Summer Avenue. It is located in an older part of Memphis, so many people forget about it, but it has a great, relaxed atmosphere, great service and prices, and best of all, great food! Nagasaki Inn specializes in teppanyaki cooking. Teppanyaki cooking is the art of cooking foods on a large … Continue reading →

Yakisoba

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Yakisoba literally translates to “fried noodles.” I had never heard of it until I moved to Jacksonville, NC. It is a favorite among Marines – in fact, it is served on many bases both in the U.S. and abroad. I discovered it when I went to the little Japanese fast food place down the street. The first time I ordered it, it was so delicious that I am now hooked! In fact, I cooked it last night for dinner. In Japan, yakisoba is often sold at festivals. It consists of noodles (similar to ramen noodles), steak or chicken, and vegetables … Continue reading →