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Mixed Plate Friday

Jul11

TKG Sauce Packets

Sorry, I’m late to post this. I wasn’t late on the trend but just late to post lol. I was lucky because my cousin actually went to Japan and bought me this whole pack to try before it arrived in Hawaii (and got sold out in like a day). I love TKG rice – I don’t know how they do this. Is the “yolk” part real yolk? How is it shelf stable? I was surprised when they were able to import it here. Have you folks tried it yet?

It looks just like the ketchup and mustard packets Japan made famous years and years ago

Hmmm…

Hmmm…!

Verdict? Ehhh…to me, it doesn’t taste like TKG rice lol. I’m trying to pinpoint what it does taste like but I can’t quite think of it right now. It tastes okay but like I’m not a huge fan. I gave the rest to Chan so he can have quick meals with this. I don’t think I would buy it if I saw it, I rather eat fresh TKG rice!

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Mixed Plate Friday

Jun27

I saw this sign the other week and thought it was so funny and oddly specific. It’s like this place had it UP TO HERE with Nan, Inc. vehicles in particular and had a special sign made for them. I couldn’t help but laugh.

Tuna Mayo Omusubi | $2.49

Unagi Hijiki Omusubi | $3.99

I went to Marukai Wholesale Mart the other day and love to peruse the ready made food section – especially after work since they are marked down (I am Chinese after all). I was super excited to try these musubis because I think they are made with a special rice and you even have to get the fresh nori from the cashier as you pay. The tuna mayo musubi was basic, exactly what you would expect. The unagi unfortunately was a bit of a bummer for me. The mixed rice was a bit mushy and sweet for my taste and the unagi was just okay. I probably wouldn’t get this again.

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Mixed Plate Friday

Jun20

Trader Joe’s Shrimp Seafood Burgers

I didn’t have access to a grill or a pan with cooking oil so I just baked them. These were okay, edible but nothing great. I think it would definitely taste better on a grill!

Trader Joe’s Uncured Turkey Corn Dogs

My likes for sausages continue (please, no jokes). Wanted to try the turkey corn dogs, couldn’t taste the difference – it was good! Heated it up in the oven with our leftovers from night one (curly fries and long john silver’s).

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Mixed Plate Friday

Jun13

Happy Aloha Friday! No food in this post. Just a few pics from the Vegas Strip. I’m not big on being on the strip, too much people and too expensive. I remember the days when parking used to be free at the hotels, now they all charge minimum $20-$25 which is insane. Also, no validation even if you dine at their restaurants! Check out some pictures from the Bellagio! They say Vegas is slow now but dang, you wouldn’t know it if you were here! Enjoy.

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Mixed Plate Friday – Trader Joe’s Edition

May16

Peanut Udon Noodle Salad

Meh. Just okay, not great.

Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

Not good.

Truffle Mousse Pate

Yes. A million times yes. This one is made with chicken. Since Chan was not feeling well, I ate this entire thing over the course of the trip. Yeah. I did. Ate it with some golden round crackers (think Ritz Crackers). No regrets here. Chan told me probably get this kine in Hawaii but I haven’t tried it locally yet. IT WAS GOOD AND A GOOD PRICE AND I LOVED IT.

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Mixed Plate Friday

May2

OG sign from Kaimuki

Anyone remember this sign? This picture must be like 2 decades old but I was always so amused by this sign. Pidgen but straight and to the point. Just no do em k?

Chinese Chicken Wing Seasoning

Don’t even ask me where I bought this. I forget already but I always saw this on random videos online and it always made the chicken wings look so delicious so I decided to try it. Well all the instructions are in Chinese and Google Translate wasn’t very helpful so I really just improvised. I think I added too much water to the marinade but I let it sit overnight and then baked it in the oven. The taste wasn’t bad! My brother loved it so it’s big kid approved. Would I make it again? Sure! Wish they had English directions haha.

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Mixed Plate Friday

Apr25

Are you a jook with green onions and cilantro on the side type of person? Or are you a green onions and cilantro with a side of jook person?

I am obviously the latter. Add to that a splash of sesame oil, white pepper and preserved duck eggs and I’ll be in heaven. Thanks!

Oldie but goodie and also timely. Chan and I got to attend a UH Men’s Volleyball Fundraiser Dinner a few months ago thanks to Chan’s friend and it was great seeing the team and coach – nice to see them in aloha shirts too. It was a nice night and it’s so great to see them doing so well this season!

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Hello!

Apr21

I apologize for the unscheduled vacation! I got super busy and then my dad fell ill and had to go to the hospital. The hospital visit turned into a week long stay and we had some scary moments there. I don’t know if I’ve shared before but my Dad is a stroke patient so we deal with reoccurrences sometimes. It’s really hard to gauge and I give the utmost credit to my step-mother who is his full-time caretaker.

I’ve had a distant relationship with my father for a long time. There’s nothing that happened or was done per say. If you are a product of immigrant parents, you might understand my plight…or not. It’s okay, everyone has layered relationships. I tried my best to hold strong during the visit, and stayed extended hours at his bedside to allow my step-mom a break.

I’m not one to be touchy feely with my father at all, but I held his hand a lot during this time. Just wanted him to know he had family who loves him by his side as he drifted in and out. He has been discharged and is at home now, with new medication that will hopefully help him further. Have a great week folks.

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Mixed Plate Friday

Apr4

Homemade Jjamppong (sorta)

Chan had a craving for jjamppong one day so I got the fresh packs at Hmart. I also bought an extra pack of noodles and a bag of frozen seafood mix. It was perfect! Really hit the spot. Probably could have been spicier for Chan – spice was good for me lol.

Lomi Salmon Dip

Sorry, I know that doesn’t look too appetizing but it is so delicious. My friend Arleen served it to us during a visit and I was like, please give me the recipe. She said it’s literally a container of lomi salmon and one block of cream cheese. LOL, can’t get easier than that. I was at Sam’s Club so I got 3/4 lb of lomi salmon from the seafood/poke bar and mixed it with one 8oz block of cream cheese. It was magical. Actually if you mix it and let it chill in the fridge overnight, even more magical. It tastes great with crackers – yum!

Shake my head and fist!

This young lady was weaving in and out of lanes on a drive of mine. Can you see what is wrong in this picture?? First of all, she has these humongous headphones on so there is no way she can pay attention to her surroundings. Secondly, she has her purse on her shoulder – how can you ride and not have those straps fall off? Third, you can’t see it but she was also holding an iced drink in her left hand and sipping it the whole time. And I guess fourth is she doesn’t have a helmet on but well, that’s her decision and her life at risk. *shaking my head* Have a nice weekend folks!

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Mixed Plate Friday

Mar28

Chicken Katsu Curry | $6.99

Don’t get to frequent 7-eleven too much now but was excited to see this on my last visit so I had to try it! Not going to be a good judge because I had to microwave it myself and timed it wrong so it was still kind of cold when I was eating it but was too lazy to continue heating it after I already opened it up. They have a transparent sheet that separates the chicken katsu from the curry that you pull out when you dig in. Interesting way to keep the chicken “crispy” but let’s be real, it’s not crispy when we are grabbing this from the fridge lol. This was okay but the chicken portion is small, would rather just go L&L to grab a freshly made one.

Homemade Udon Salad

Made a variation of the Japanese Udon Salad I usually make, linked above. Same concept, I just varied up the ingredients a bit! The biggest main stay for me is the goma dressing and fresh cilantro. Other than that, you can do whatever you like! I even made Japanese styled seasoned shiitake mushrooms for the first time. Yum!

Corned Beef

Happy Belated Saint Patrick’s Day! This kine food is more Chan’s style but we bought some corned beef so we made it the other week. Threw in some potatoes, cabbage and carrots. He sous-vide the beef and then we threw it in with the vegetables into his pressure cooker insta-pot. It was spewing things out like a volcano when I released the vent. I don’t use these contraptions like ever. Anyway, have a nice weekend!

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