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14 Comfy Recipes — Rice Cakes, Gochujang Halibut, Spicy Tofu Teriyaki & More
Plus even more dinner ideas!
Rhys Lawson
November 16, 2025
This week’s lineup leans into bright aromatics, cozy broths, and bold umami. From miso-rich noodles to ginger-glazed seafood and herb-layered classics:
Salmon Rice Cakes: crispy, togarashi-spiced rice with salmon and spicy aioli
Wild Alaskan Halibut: tender white fish with pineapple heat, fried rice, and sesame
Spicy Tofu Teriyaki: crisp tofu in sweet-spicy glaze with rice and veggies
Hope you enjoy! — Rhys
Quick ⚡Family-style
1. Salmon Rice Cakes
INSPIRED BY @finpointoysterbargrille
45m • 4 servings
salmon tartare mixed w/ asian spicy aioli & rice, togarashi spices, micro cilantro*
Quick ⚡Family-style
2. WILD ALASKAN HALIBUT
INSPIRED BY @walkers
45m • 4 servings
pork and vegetable-fried rice, gochujang mayonnaise, spicy pineapple relish, toasted cashew, sesame oil
Quick ⚡Family-style
3. Spicy Tofu Teriyaki
INSPIRED BY @teriyakimadness
40m • 4 servings
Savor our Spicy Tofu Teriyaki, featuring crispy tofu tossed in a zesty teriyaki sauce, served with steamed rice and vibrant vegetables for a delightful kick.
Family-styleSpicy 🌶️
4. Bulgogi Pork Ribs Lettuce Wraps
INSPIRED BY @lpstreetfood
120m • 4 servings
Lettuce, Bulgogi Beef Or Chicken, Chili Paste, Pickled Radish.
30min ⚡Dinner
5. Thai Curry Bowl
INSPIRED BY @peacockalley
30m • 2 servings
Superfood veggies, peppers, mushrooms, onions, red curry sauce, naan bread, jasmine rice. Option to add Steak or Shrimp (+$7) or Chicken (+$3)
Quick ⚡High-protein 💪
6. Kara Miso Ramen
INSPIRED BY @bao
45m • 2 servings
ramen noodles in a mushroom miso broth topped with spicy butter fried corn and crispy tofu, enoki mushrooms, pickled shiitakes, scallions, bonito, nori, a soy marinated egg, and togarashi(spicy) *GF/V…More
Family-styleDinner
7. Glazed Ginger Salmon
INSPIRED BY @soulaodkitchen
50m • 4 servings
30min ⚡Family-style
8. TOMATO BASIL SOUP
INSPIRED BY @centro
30m • 4 servings
with cheese tortellini
Family-styleSpicy 🌶️
9. ข้าวซอยไก่ (Khao Soi Gai)
INSPIRED BY @padkrapowplatterbychefnum
60m • 4 servings
Northern Thai coconut curry soup with chicken and egg noodles
Family-styleHigh-protein 💪
10. Nona’s Chicken Cacciatore
INSPIRED BY @bellabravabexleylandolakes
90m • 4 servings
peppers | roasted wild mushroom | fresh herbs | caper | crushed tomato red wine braising sauce | creamy asiago polenta
30min ⚡High-protein 💪
11. Fried Rice
INSPIRED BY @marblerye
30m • 2 servings
seared tofu, seasonal vegetables, fried egg, jalapeño, chili crisp, sesame, cilantro
30min ⚡High-protein 💪
12. Morning Mushroom Flatbread
INSPIRED BY @goose120
30m • 2 servings
Fresh mushroom medley, cipollini onion, arugula, burrata cheese
Spicy 🌶️Dinner
13. Baked Sicilian Chicken Thighs
INSPIRED BY @angelositalianrestaurantwichita
70m • 3 servings
Three chicken thighs marinated in our special blend of spices, lemon, and olive oil. Baked to perfection. Served with 2 slices of garlic bread, and your choice of side & starter.
30min ⚡Family-style
14. Chicken Pesto Tortellini
INSPIRED BY @broadwaybrewery
30m • 4 servings
Buttonwood Farms chicken breast, three cheese tortellini, cherry tomatoes, peas, asparagus, pesto cream sauce
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