This week’s menu is serving up bold global flavors and cozy comforts, perfect for easing into September evenings:
…and plenty more, from smoky BBQ flatbreads and hearty beef stew to southern-style Redfish & Grits and classic Shrimp Po’ Boys.
Whether you’re in the mood for light Mediterranean bites, spice-packed curries, or comfort food that sticks to your ribs, there’s something here to make dinner extra satisfying.
Hope you enjoy! — Rhys
14 Fresh Dinner Recipes — Tzatziki Chicken Bowl, Curry, Empanadas & More
1. Tzatziki Grilled Chicken Bowls
Juicy grilled chicken with cool cucumber yogurt sauce.
GYROS BOWL by The Distillery Restaurant Mt. Hope
Grilled marinated chicken, rice pilaf, salad greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, feta, kalamata olive, red wine vinaigrette, grilled naan bread, tzatziki
1h • 2 servings
2. Vegan Chickpea Curry
Creamy, spiced coconut curry with chickpeas and spinach.
Chickpea and cauliflower curry (v) (gf) by Wild Ginger McKenzie
An Indian inspired vegan dish using our house made curry powder. Chickpeas and cauliflower are slow cooked in a classic masala of onions, ginger, garlic and tomato.
50m • 4 servings
3. Empanadas de Carne
Beef-filled pastry pockets with garlic aioli.
Empanadas de Carne, de Huitlacoche or Pollo by Aguardente
Fried Flour tortillas your choice ground beef, chicken or corn mushrooms with red and green peppers, onions, garlic, paprika, and drizzled with a vegetable aioli
1h 30m • 6 servings
4. Thai Nad Prik Pao Tofu
Sweet chili paste stir-fry with tofu and veggies.
Thai Chili Tofu by Barrio Grand Rapids
Crispy tofu cubes stir-fried in a vibrant blend of Thai chilies, garlic, and fresh vegetables, delivering a perfect balance of heat and flavor.
30m • 4 servings
5. BBQ Chicken Flatbreads
Charred chicken with smoky BBQ glaze on flatbread.
BBQ CHICKEN FLATBREAD by Twisted Ranch
Diced BBQ Chicken, mixed cheese, red onion, and BBQ Ranch.
25m • 2 servings
6. Sea Bass Veracruz
Pan-seared sea bass (also great with redfish) with tomato, olives, and capers.
Veracruz-style Sea Bass by La Mesa Mexican Restaurant
A flavorful sea bass dish inspired by Veracruz cuisine.
30m • 4 servings
7. Beef Stew with Root Vegetables
Slow-simmered beef with carrots and potatoes.
Harvest Beef Stew by HUB Restaurant & Ice Creamery
Warm up with our Harvest Beef Stew, a hearty blend of tender beef slow-cooked to perfection with seasonal root vegetables and aromatic herbs.
2h 30m • 6 servings
8. Vegan Stuffed Peppers
Peppers filled with quinoa, beans, and herbs.
Vegan Stuffed Peppers by Big Ditch Brewing Company
Twin bell peppers stuffed with wild rice & black bean corn relish, served over roasted red pepper marinara with garlic toast.
1h 5m • 2 servings
9. Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs
Served with tzatziki and pita.
Mediterranean Spiced Lamb Meatballs by Mister A's
Fennel tzatziki, heirloom tomato, flatbread
45m • 4 servings
10. Spinach & Mushroom Scramble
Breakfast-for-dinner scrambled eggs, spinach and mushrooms.
Spinach & Mushroom Scramble by Saffron Columbus
Egg Beaters scrambled with slow-roasted tomatoes, onion, fresh spinach and mushrooms. With three chicken apple sausage links, fresh fruit and dry whole wheat toast.
25m • 2 servings
11. Korean BBQ Short Ribs
Marinated galbi ribs grilled to perfection.
Korean BBQ short ribs by M Pocha
Galbi marinated bone-in short ribs, grilled onions, aloha sauce
4h • 6 servings
12. Redfish & Grits
Southern-style creamy grits topped with seared redfish.
Cornbread Dusted Redfish by Char Restaurant
Cheddar grits | spinach | Innerspace Pub Ale crab & crawfish pan sauce
1h • 4 servings
13. Veggie Korma
Creamy spiced curry with mixed vegetables.
Navaratan Korma by India Clay Oven Bar and Grill
Fresh vegetable cooked with creamy cashew sauce.
45m • 4 servings
14. Shrimp Po’ Boys
Louisiana-style sandwiches with crispy shrimp.
Po Boys by Cajun Corner - Uptown OKC
Cajun-inspired sandwiches served on fresh bread.
1h • 4 servings
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Check out my previous dinner ideas! There’s everything from buddha bowls to tropical tacos.
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