MEAT
Beef:
Beef Shank Kådu with Fresh Vegetables and Vermicelli Noodles
It's currently 9 degrees outside, with a windchill of -11 degrees -- it's the perfect time for a pot of my delicious Beef Shank Kådu (which means…
Beef Stir Fry with Eggplant, Mushrooms and Bean Sprouts
Beef...it's what's for dinner. 🙂 I love that commercialized tag line. Beef stir fry is another one of those versatile dishes that you…
Beef Stir Fry with Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Bell Peppers and Onions
I posted a recipe a while back for another version of Beef Stir Fry (with mushrooms, onions, broccoli, eggplant and bean sprouts). Here is another…
Beef Tinaktak
Beef Tinaktak is a delicious Chamorro dish. It's one of my favorite comfort foods--I love drowning my rice with the coconut milk kådu…
Braised Oxtail Soup
Don't let the name of this dish turn you off. Oxtail, as the name describes, was commonly the meaty part of the tail of an ox. Nowadays, they are…
Chamorro Bistek (or Bisteak)
Bistek (or Bisteak) is a favorite Chamorro dish. The addition of achote (or annatto) gives a unique flavor, along with the tanginess of the added…
Cheeseburger Biscuits
Cheese...seasoned ground beef...bacon...all baked in a fluffy biscuit (did I mention there was BACON?). 🙂 These little pillows of delight are…
Corned Beef with Cabbage and Onions
This is another classic Chamorro comfort dish. Most Chamorros grew up eating corned beef, maybe because it used to be inexpensive. Now, it's…
Corned Beef with Corn and Tomato Sauce
Chamorros love canned corned beef! It's called Latan Kåtne (canned meat) in Chamorro. Corned beef can be prepared many different ways, depending…
Easy Homemade Chorizos
I made pancakes for my kids' breakfast this morning, but the hubby and I wanted something heartier. Here's my version of homemade chorizo. It's…
Ground Beef Stir Fry
Stir fried lean meat and vegetables are delicious and healthy meal choices. Use your favorite vegetables or whatever is in season. I like using…
Hannah’s Carne Asada Tacos
My daughter loves to cook as much as I do, and she loves to experiment with new dishes. This is her take on Carne Asada Tacos, complete with her…
Hannah’s Teriyaki Burgers
My daughter is quite the budding chef. She whipped these burgers up from some ingredients she found in the fridge and pantry. She calls them…
Hearty Beef Stew
Beef stew is a comfort dish that everyone should know how to make. That and chicken soup -- both are recipes you should have in your cooking…
Homemade Beer Chili
Homemade chili such a versatile dish that can be changed up depending on the ingredients you add. My family's favorite is chili made with ground…
Juicy Cheeseburgers with Baked Smothered Fries
I may be dating myself, but one of my favorite burger places to eat was Cool Spot, a quaint drive-in burger joint in Barrigada owned and operated by…
Korean Lettuce Wraps (Ssambap)
When my family and I lived in Seoul, we had a favorite restaurant that was nestled along the Han River. Like many Korean BBQ restaurants, this…
Lasagne al Forno
I first made this lasagne years ago, when I lived in Germany (yes, Germany, not Italy). There was this small family run Italian…
No Tomato Chili
My family loves chili. Chili with rice, chili dogs, chili with Frito's corn chips, or Chili with Doritos chips -- you name it, we love…
Pot Roast, Chamorro Style
Whenever I find myself feeling a bit homesick, I think of something to cook that soothes my longing for my island home. Chamorro Pot Roast is one of…
Short Ribs Soup (Kådun Kåtne)
It's cold and rainy right now in the Colorado Rockies...perfect weather for Short Ribs Soup. We call this Kådun Kåtne in Chamorro.…
Smoked & Slow-Grilled Brisket
There's nothing like a good BBQ, be it pork ribs, a good steak, or a brisket. But to get a great tasting, tender brisket, you need to cook it long…
Smoked Beef Brisket – A slightly sweet, smoky version
I love a good BBQ. It's rare that I use a dry rub when we BBQ at our house, especially since my daughter makes excellent marinades. However, when…
Tater Tot Casserole
If you're looking for a stick-to-your-ribs comfort dish, this one is it. Tater tots, seasoned ground beef and cheese sauce are all baked into a…
Tender and Juicy Burgers
I love grilled ribs and steaks, but occasionally I crave a really good, juicy burger. I'm not talking about those flat, plain, frozen patties…
Thai Beef Salad
This popular Thai beef salad can serve as an appetizer or a meal. It's quick and easy to prepare so you can have it on your table in just a few…
Chicken:
“Crack” Chicken
When I was stationed in Korea a few years ago, my family and I used to frequent a fried chicken place that served the most delicious chicken…
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
These chicken lettuce wraps are a good choice if you're looking for a quick dish to make for an appetizer or a light meal. I created this recipe…
Baked “Fried” Chicken
Healthy Fried Chicken -- is there even such a thing? 🙂 My recipe below is healthy, or at least it's a less unhealthy version, and it does not…
Carolyn’s Kådun Pika (Spicy Chicken)
Kådun pika is a spicy Chamorro chicken dish that's somewhat similar to chicken adobo. It's an easy dish to make -- it takes only a few ingredients…
Chicken & Spinach Alfredo Lasagne Roll-ups
I love good pasta. Two of my favorites are chicken alfredo and lasagne, so how about we combine the two? This is a rolled version. I love how…
Chicken ala King
Chicken ala King is a classic comfort dish. Growing up, chicken ala king was usually served at rosaries, after the prayers were completed, of…
Chicken Chalakiles
Chicken Chalakiles is one of my favorite Chamorro comfort foods. It's a soup made with chicken, onions and garlic, thickened with toasted…
Chicken Kelaguen & Flour Titiyas
Kelaguen and Titiyas ~ both staples on a Chamorro fiesta table. But you don't have to be invited to a fiesta in order to enjoy these tasty dishes…
Chicken Macaroni Salad
Macaroni salad one of my family's favorite side dishes. There are many, many macaroni salad variations, but we're simple...we like two specific…
Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken noodle soup is comfort food at it's best. This soup is quick and easy to make. Cook up a batch when you're feeling under the weather, or…
Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Chicken pot pie is a favorite in my family. There's something about the tender chicken, delicious vegetables and cream sauce that makes us…
Chicken Soup (Kådun Månuk)
Kådu is the Chamorro term for soup or broth. Think of it as Chamorro Comfort Food. It could be 90 degrees outside on Guam, but serve…
Chicken Stir Fry with Noodles
If you’re looking for a weeknight meal that’s delicious and quick to prepare, look no further. My Chicken Stir Fry with Noodles takes…
Chicken Stir Fry with Udon Noodles
According to Chinese folklore, noodles represent long life and good health. So, here's my contribution to living a long, healthy life! 🙂 All…
Chicken Thighs with Honey Mustard Garlic Wine Sauce
Hafa Adai! I know, I know...it’s been a while since I added a new recipe. But this one is worth the wait, trust me. I made this with skin on,…
Corn Soup
Chicken corn soup is a classic dish on Guam. It's made many different ways, from cutting corn kernels off fresh ears of corn to using canned or…
Green Chicken Curry
There are so many varieties of curries -- from chicken, to beef, to all vegetable -- I haven't found a curry I didn't like. 😉 It's such a…
Judy’s Empanadas
Chamorro empanadas are high up on the list of my favorite snacks, but they can easily be a meal in and of themselves. In fact, when I was on Guam…
Pork:
Ham Hocks with Mongo (Mung) Beans
Ham hocks and beans go so well together. For those who’ve never heard of it before, a ham hock is the pork knuckle and is usually salt-cured and…
Hawaiian Pulled Pork
This is a cross between two of my family's favorites -- Kahlua Pork and traditional pulled pork with BBQ sauce. The pork has that hint of…
Pork & Shrimp Chop Suey with Noodles
Chop suey most often refers to a stir fried noodle dish, but I like my version of chop suey with a bit of gravy. I guess my brain refuses to…
Siopao
Siopao is a favorite snack on Guam that is of Chinese (Cha Siu Bao, or Chinese BBQ Pork Buns) or Philippine origin (Siopao Asado). The Philippine…
Thai BBQ Pork
Thai BBQ Pork is one recipe you'll definitely want to try. The secret is really in the marinade and basting sauce. Cilantro, soy sauce, lots of…
Tomato-Braised Pork Ribs
One of my family's favorite ways for me to cook pork ribs (other than Chamorro BBQ) is to braise it in a thick and sweet tomato sauce. My mom used…
Turkey:
Smoked & Grilled Turkey
Turkey doesn't have to be served only during Thanksgiving or other holiday meal. Chamorros love to BBQ, but occasionally, we like to smoke and…
SPAM:
Fried Rice with Spam, Bacon and Chorizos Españot
My daughter calls this Meat Lover's Fried rice, maybe because there is a ton of meat in it. And yes, Spam is meat, so don't be a hater. 🙂 Despite…
Musubi
I am so happy to be FINALLY writing this post! Not just because I love musubi, but because it's my inaugural SPAM post!!! (Applause, applause,…
Spam Kelaguen
Spam is a staple on Guam. In fact, Spam has been called the "poor man's steak" by many, although a can of Spam is not cheap! I have a friend who…
