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CookingForZen
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Приєднався 28 гру 2020
Welcome to CookingForZen!
I am a self-taught home cook. I don't own a restaurant, nor a catering business. All the foods in the videos are everyday meals for my family and myself. Over the years, I have been sharing my recipes with my friends and family. However, explaining on the phone or texting has its limits. That's why I decided to produce videos.
If you have seen some of my videos, I try to eat cleaner and healthier. That's why I don't make a whole lot of sauce, unless the dish requires it in terms of flavor. Besides, making proper sauce requires too much work. I garnish with the ingredients that make sense with the dish, not just because they look pretty in photos.
Although I may not cook healthy food every single time, I am trying my best to cook healthier and lighter food for myself and my family, and that gives me peace & Zen. That's how the name, CookingForZen came about. If you are like me, join me and my food journey! I am happy to share my recipes!
Thank you!
I am a self-taught home cook. I don't own a restaurant, nor a catering business. All the foods in the videos are everyday meals for my family and myself. Over the years, I have been sharing my recipes with my friends and family. However, explaining on the phone or texting has its limits. That's why I decided to produce videos.
If you have seen some of my videos, I try to eat cleaner and healthier. That's why I don't make a whole lot of sauce, unless the dish requires it in terms of flavor. Besides, making proper sauce requires too much work. I garnish with the ingredients that make sense with the dish, not just because they look pretty in photos.
Although I may not cook healthy food every single time, I am trying my best to cook healthier and lighter food for myself and my family, and that gives me peace & Zen. That's how the name, CookingForZen came about. If you are like me, join me and my food journey! I am happy to share my recipes!
Thank you!
Відео
Crispy Skin Salmon
Переглядів 62Рік тому
Salmon skin has tons of collagen, which is super good for your skin. Unfortunately, when salmon skin is soggy, it's just gross. However, when the skin is cooked crispy, it's delicious. Just think about crispy chicken skin vs. soggy chicken skin. You don't want to eat soggy chicken skin but the crispy chicken skin is so good!!! You just need a little tips to cook perfectly crispy salmon skin. Ch...
HEALTHY GRANOLA
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Don't be fooled by many healthy snacks in grocery stores. They may have healthy ingredients, but they usually contain too much sugar and use chemicals that we don't even know how to pronounce. Making granola is super simple. Instead of buying granola from stores, why don't you make your own granola. That way, you know exactly what goes in and control the sugar and salt content, especially if yo...
How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs Peel Easily
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Let's face it. Boiling eggs is super easy. However, peeling eggs smoothly is a challenge. Watch the video. A few tricks go a long way.
CHICKEN SCALLOPINI WITH MUSHROOM SAUCE
Переглядів 37Рік тому
Try this simple and delicious dish for a romantic occasion. Especially when you buy thinly sliced chicken from a grocery store, the work will be minimal. Deep red color from wine will make this dish look rich and romantic!
How to Prevent Soggy Uncooked Pizza Crust
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Most people do not own a pizza oven. When we bake pizza in a traditional / convectional oven at home, the crust often comes out soggy and uncooked. This can be extra challenging for people who make sourdough pizza to watch out their sugar intake or eat healthier. I reveal a secret to prevent soggy pizza crust in the video. Check it out.
EASY PAELLA || THE BEST PAELLA RECIPE
Переглядів 117Рік тому
You may have seen people making paella in Spain, and I bet it seemed quite intimidating. I used to think so too. From rice to the paella pan, I didn't know how to even begin. Now, I cook paella whenever I am in the mood for. My easy paella recipe doesn't require a paella pan. This recipe doesn't compromise the taste, yet keeps things simple and delicious! Now, you don't need to look for Spanish...
Zucchini Pasta || LOW CARB VEGETARIAN
Переглядів 71Рік тому
Are you looking for a low carb vegetarian dish? Or are you simply tired of the same ol' zucchini squash? Try this dish. It's fun. It's light. It's delicious. You will never feel the same about zucchini squashes. This can be a vegetarian's dream meal. Or this can be an elegant side dish. If you are working on losing some weight or eating clean, this should be your go-to dish!
LifeStyle Bowl with Tahini Sauce || HOW TO MAKE KALE SOFT
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Do you want to eat delicious, healthy food? Then, this lifestyle bowl with tahini sauce should be your go-to dish. It is beautiful, fun, and well-balanced. Do you have a little scraps of vegetables, protein, or rice leftovers? Lifestyle bowl is a perfect dish to finish all those leftovers. You are what you eat. Try this beautiful, healthy, delicious dish! FYI, lifestyle bowl is also known as bu...
Rainbow Sushi Rolls
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A rainbow sushi roll is so beautiful that it looks like a piece of an art. It's not as difficult as you think. With a little practice, you can impress your guests and yourself. If you are on a budget, making rainbow sushi rolls yourself will save you tons of money! Tip: make sure to season rice with sushi vinegar!
Bruschetta
Переглядів 41Рік тому
Are you looking for something easy, quick, delicious yet something that will impress your guest? If that is the case, bruschetta should be your go-to crowd pleaser dish! This video will explain the basics of how to make vinaigrette.
Ahi Tuna Steak with Soy Bean Paste Vinaigrette
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Ahi tuna steak is a great appetizer or crowd pleaser. This is an upscale appetizer to please your guest during holiday gatherings. Most of all, it is simple and quick to cook!
Rice Stick Noodles vs. Rice Vermicelli Noodles
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Boiling rice noodles sounds simple enough. However, unlike pasta, cooking directions for rice noodles on the package rarely work. After trials and errors, this is how I do it. Check out the video. This will make your life a little easier!
Chicken Cacciatore
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Try this warm, comforting dish today! It's so easy and delicious! Paid Sound Track through Envado Market: audiojungle.net/item/happy/32981551 Item title: Ambient Acoustic
Easy Creamy Mushroom Hors d'oeuvres
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Sometimes, you just need a quick, easy, yet delicious side dish. If that's what you need, this is it. It's incredibly delicious and melting in your mouth! This will be a great party food because you can make them with minimal prep and cook in short time! This is something you can cook while you are entertaining your guests!
EASY CHINESE TAKE OUT - GENERAL TSO’S CHICKEN
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EASY CHINESE TAKE OUT - GENERAL TSO’S CHICKEN
COPYCAT CHIPOTLE CARNITAS WITH AN INSTANT POT, SLOW COOKER, OR OVEN
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COPYCAT CHIPOTLE CARNITAS WITH AN INSTANT POT, SLOW COOKER, OR OVEN
BASMATI RICE || HOW TO COOK BASMATI RICE ON THE STOVE
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Secrets to crispy potato fries || CRISPY BAKED POTATO FRIES
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Secrets to crispy potato fries || CRISPY BAKED POTATO FRIES
PERFECT SUNNY-SIDE-UP EGGS || HOW TO COOK PERFECT SUNNY-SIDE-UP EGGS?
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SUSHI RICE || HOW TO COOK PERFECT SUSHI RICE WITH A RICE COOKER OR INSTANT POT
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SUSHI RICE || HOW TO COOK PERFECT SUSHI RICE WITH A RICE COOKER OR INSTANT POT
Guilt-Free Energy Balls | How to Make Homemade Peanut Butter and Almond Butter
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POACHING EGGS || HOW TO POACH EGGS LIKE A PRO
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POACHING EGGS || HOW TO POACH EGGS LIKE A PRO
Sourdough Pizza || What Do I Do with Sourdough Discard?
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Sourdough Pizza || What Do I Do with Sourdough Discard?
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I like your cuisine lovely sourie d angnou French
Thank you so much for your video. I could not get my vermicelli rice noodles to come out right by following the directions on the package. Now I know why. Great video! ❤
Thanks! ❤️
60 minutes to cook in the instapot ?
When I select Mutigrain, the actual cooking time is 35 minutes. However, it (at least mine) won’t start cooking rice until 25 minutes later. I think it’s soaking the rice during the fist 25 minutes... I said 60 minutes so that home cooks can prepare ahead of time instead only 35 minutes before. I hope this explains.
Nice work on the lamb. I’m sure Gordon Ramsay from Hell’s Kitchen would be impressed
Thank you!!!
He probably would, since you know..... It's his recipe.
Thank you, recipe is awesome!
That looks tasty. Any advice for if I swap out the pork for chicken? I guess I'd need to add a small amount of oil to the pan to compensate for the leaner chicken meat.
Thanks and that’s what I said in the chef tip! Please read all the chef’s tips! They are important and happy cooking!!!
It looks so delicious & yummy! Love your video!
Thank you so much and I am glad you liked the video. Each time I make this dish, it’s an instant hit in my family. I hope you try this recipe!
nice
Thank you!
Philo 🌹👸🏼👨🏽🍳 dough
Awesome, thanks for sharing 👍🏿
It's my pleasure. Thanks for watching the video and happy cooking!
The recipe is great. I liked the method very much. Thanks for sharing, looks delicious.🥰
Thank you so much!!!❤️
amazing content.👍💖 thanks a lot🙏🙏
Thanks you so much, and you are welcome!!!❤️
Looking so Good 👍👍👍
Thank you ❤️
well done💯💯
Thanks ❤️
@@CookingForZen u welcome dear friend
와우~ 완전 멋져요~
Thank you so much!
Excellent instructions and fabulous flavor
Thank you so much!
Nice
Wwooww. Is help me toomuch... Thank you chef❤️❤️❤️❤️.. love from Dubai
Wonderful 😊
Thank you so much!!! 🥰
Great video! Would you be our UA-cam friend ? Thanks.
nice but WHERE IS THE LAMB SAUCE?!
Thanks. I didn’t make it because I ended up throwing it away each time I made it. This is our actual dinner, and my family is not into sauce. They think it’s unnecessary. Other than for the photo shoot, I must say it is unnecessary in terms of flavors. 😉 Besides, I am just a home cook, and sauce takes time. Thank you so much for your comments and watching my video!!! ❤️
Wonderful recipe
Thank you so much! It was a lot of work. I definitely have a new appreciation for Hollywood filming making. There is a lot more behind the scenes as well....Anyway, When I hear compliments like this, my hard work finally pays off. I am trying my best to share my recipe as detailed as possible. Thank you for watching my video and happy cooking!
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Ilove you're video keep it up ❤️
Thanks for a great comment. I always have my friends and family in mind when I make videos and try to show them step-by-step process. It’s good to know that it’s been working for a broader audience as well! I will do my best to produce quality videos. Happy cooking!
That looks delicious 😋🤤
Yes, it was, especially the sweet and spicy glaze!!!
the avocadoes dont make sense?
Thanks for the comment. The caterpillar roll is not something I invented. Every sushi restaurant we have been to that has caterpillar roll on the menu has avocado on it. This is how sushi restaurants serve in the U.S., and I am simply sharing how I make my caterpillar rolls. As you may guess, the name caterpillar came from the green color from avocados. Since avocados are a staple food in my household, we absolutely love caterpillar rolls!!! I hope this answers your question. Happy cooking!!!
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UA-cam recommended your video to me i have never seen your channel and i ain't complaining ❤❤ oh nevm i'm dumb i have already subscribed to you 🤣🤣
Thank you so much for watching my videos and your subscription! I am a self-taught home cook who likes to share my recipes and know-how with my friends and family. I find it much easier to share my recipes through UA-cam videos than via text or over the phone. If I could reach out more people along the way, that will be awesome! Happy cooking, and thanks again!
@@CookingForZen that is awesome you are certainly reaching a wider audience hello from South East Asia :D
Oh, wow! That's awesome!!!
고급 레스토랑에서 나오는것 보다 훨씬 근사해요~
That is the best compliment I can get! I appreciate it!!!
الطباخ الصح مايقولش بح
Thanks for watching my video!
Great sear and done-ness! Are the veggies just oven roasted?
Thanks for the comment! It’s nice to know you have been watching my videos!!! Hard vegetables were oven roasted, but soft vegetables were pan fried. Check out the video on How to cook perfectly charred mushrooms! Mushrooms need to be cooked/ prepared differently than other vegetables! Happy cooking!
The thumbnail looks form master chefs canada lol
Oh wow, thanks! Since I am just a self-taught home cook, I will take that as a greatest compliment!
@@CookingForZen nice i followed your cooking and its great keep up the good work
Thank you so much!!!
nice
OMG you just removed the fat!!!! That’s sacrilegious. The fat will melt and help cook the meat to perfection. 🤦🏻♂️
LOL, thanks for the comments. I understand your concern, but let me assure you that the meat was juicy and tender. It’s like cooking Filet mignon. It has no fat, yet it’s the most tender, juicy meat, if it’s properly cooked. Sometimes, I do cook lamb without trimming fat because I don't want to do all that work. You should have seen my family’s face. They weren’t happy….Hey, they can't have their way all the time! LOL! In the past, I also made Demi Glacé and ended up throwing most of it away because my family thought it was unnecessary. You know how long it takes to make that sauce, right? Since then, I have stopped making it. Hey, Good for me. No complaints here. Anyway, eating is like a habit. If you eat light, that’s what you want and enjoy, and vice versa. We eat light or at least try to eat light in general. Happy New Year and have a wonderful day!
@@CookingForZen HNY to you too and thanks for your reply. I hear ya! I also cook for my family all the time and love experimenting with fine dining recipes. Although I acknowledge certain cooks/chefs follow the french cuisine refined approach, my preference is to follow techniques that help me put delicious food on the table as quickly as possible to feed my hungry guests and free some time for myself. But hey! there's no right or wrong here just different ways. Peace!
Bravoooo, Amazing. Thanks. The best 1 ..Respect from 🇷🇴 Romania 🇷🇴
Thank you so much! I am glad you liked the video. Happy holidays!
Happy New year ! God bless you ! Keep going .....you are amazing .Big hugs. Whit respect, Adrian Munteanu.
Your kind words definitely motivate me, for sure. Thanks again, and happy New Year!
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Thank you
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Thank you so much!
New Subscriber! I like your channel! I make videos too and would love to learn together with you!
Thank you for your subscription and your kind words! Happy holidays!
It was Mickel G's dish nice to see full recipe
Put garnish/seasoning on that plate, and that dish well look unreal!
The crust is basically the garnish, a sauce would really make it pop though!
@@mattysancho8988 true. The veggies to me look a little bland
Thanks for watching my video and comment!
Thanks for the comment!
Oh woow Looks Awesomeee Instant Sub :D
Thank you so much!
Wow! Very impressive Dish in Filming. Excellent jobs with everything in this video. Keep up the good job! Take care and Thank You!
Oh wow, what a compliment!!! Thank you so much!
I made this for Daniel, but added some indian spices to the egg. Worked well. Thanks for this idea.
I am glad you tried this recipe!
Love it. Looks so tasty
Thanks!
Great job
Beautiful. Great job
Thank you! 😊
Beautiful
Thank you
@@CookingForZen trying to help.
Really beautiful
Thank you so much 😊
nice vid
Great vid
Thank you so much!!!