We prepare Icelandic Cod simply with influences from pub food we enjoyed in Europe. We season the fish, dredge it in seasoned flour and dip it in beer batter. Then, we quickly lay it in a hot cast iron skilled of vegetable oil. Poof! Fluffy crusted, flakey white fish emerges. Pair with salty French fries….
Ingredient: black pepper
Coconut Shrimp
Crispy shrimp with notes of sweet and savory, this recipe is easy and so delicious. Serve with some dipping sauce and ice-cold beer. Coconut Shrimp – – egg, flour (1/2 cup for batter, 1/4 cup for dredging ), beer (Kona Brewing Longboard Lager, preferred), baking powder, salt, black pepper, coconut (shredded, unsweetened), shrimp (shelled (tail…
Potato Mac Salad
Hilo, Hawaii Embracing traditions and certainly local fare is always top of mind in our travels. One of our first meals in Hilo was a typical Hawaiian lunch platter with Hawaiian short ribs, kailua pork, white rice and delicious potato mac salad. Here’s our version, which will be a perfect side dish for summer BBQ…
Ragu Lasagna with Spinach Ricotta
Santa Barbara, California We made a cozy little motel on Bath Street our home away from home in Santa Barbara. We checked in, parked the car safely in front of our room and set out to discover Santa Barbara on foot, bike, Surrey cycle and city shuttle. “Park and Go” is our relaxing way to…
Albondigas Soup
Mission Viejo, CA K.O. And I are avid collectors of colorful Fiesta dinnerware. Fiesta and Southwest cuisine have a particularly appealing synchronicity. What could be more appetizing than our Albondigas Soup in Fiesta? This is a typical meal at home, RoadTripFlavors-style. Click on the photo below to link to the recipe. Albondigas Soup – –…
Savory Quinoa Salad
The 2016 Fancy Food Show in San Francisco inspired us to source the best ingredients for this healthful Mediterranean side dish. We acquired quinoa from Bob’s Red Mill, goat cheese from Petaluma, kalamata olives from Greece, olive oil from California and produce from our local farmer’s market. Bon Appetit! Savory Quinoa Salad – – Quinoa:…
Karl’s Grill Rub
Fullerton, California K.O.’s dad, Karl, loved a well-seasoned grilled steak back in the day. We honored him by naming our grilling spice mix after him! Karl’s Grill Rub – – Kosher salt (coarse), black pepper, paprika, crushed red peppers (less if desired), garlic powder, onion powder, coriander (ground), dill, Measure ingredients into a jar. Place…
California Latkes
Mission Viejo, California In the RoadTripFlavors kitchen, we are always experimenting with our own versions of traditional recipes. We enjoyed potato latkes with applesauce at a Hanukkah celebration. They were delicious and passed the test of perfection when everyone went back for more and more. For our California Latkas (see recipe below), traditional potato latkes…
Bolognase
Mise En Place! This recipe may seem complex, but prepping all the ingredients in advance will streamline the process. You will create a sauce with a deep layers of flavors. Your dinner guests will rave about the meal! Bolognase – This dish is a labor of love. Prepare all of the ingredients in advance. (see…
Meatball Ragout
Meatball Ragout – A French Canadian dish that we found in Quebec City. Americans will recognize the flavors similar to Salisbury Steak. Truly a comforting dish. – Meatballs: egg, milk, Panko breadcrumbs, beef (lean ground chuck), ketchup (Heinz perferred), mustard (coarse ground), Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, onion powder, olive oil, Ragout (Gravy): butter, onion…