Welcome to Mary’s Kitchen, I was born in Coronado and have been a personal chef on the island for several years specializing in farm to table homestyle cuisine. My goal is to share with you my passion for food and travel by introducing you to recipes from around the world.Check out my recipes on the
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Fall is in the air and there’s nothing better than curling up with a bowl of homemade chicken soup! This soup is full of vegetables and perfect for our cooler San Diego evenings. Ingredients: 1 lg Rotisserie Chicken 1/4 cup Coconut oil 2 Garlic Cloves, crushed and chopped 1 lg Yellow Onion, sliced 2 cups…
These quiche are wonderful for brunch, parties, picnics or breakfast on the go! I will often make extra and freeze them to enjoy throughout the week. Ingredients: 6 Large Fresh Eggs 1/2 cup Milk (I often use goat’s milk) 1-2 tsp Sriracha depending on desired heat Salt and Pepper, to taste 1/2 medium Onion, chopped…
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil 5-6 cloves garlic Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste Pinch or two crushed red pepper to taste (depending on spice desired) 2 lbs beef steak stew meat 2 lbs small multi color potatoes (I like the mini medley or fingerling), cut into one inch pieces 1 lg sweet…
While traveling Thailand I learned to make several wonderful curry dishes, here’s a favorite that I hope you enjoy! Phanaeng is an ancient variety of red curry, usually prepared with pork. Like everything else making your own fresh curry paste gives you the best most flavorful taste. Ingredients: Fresh Phanaeng curry paste https://maryskitchenchef.com/travel-blog/thai-phanaeng-or-panang-curry-paste/ 1/2-3/4 lb…
Ingredients: 1/4 Cup Olive Oil Large White or Yellow Onion chopped One Large Bunch of Fresh Basil chopped 4-5 cloves of garlic chopped 1-2 lg pinches of Crushed Red Pepper to taste (I like heat in mine) 3 large cans whole, chopped or crushed tomatoes (I like Cento Tomatoes or San Marzano canned tomatoes) Sea…
Ingredients: 50g bird’s eye chilies- 25g fresh and 25g dry chilies for Thai medium spice (this is very spicy) 1 teaspoon coriander seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon white peppercorns 1 kaffir lime leaf, finely sliced 1/4 cup roasted peanuts 4 garlic cloves 4 small shallots, sliced The rind of half a kaffir lime,…
We all know and love our spring rolls and/or egg rolls. They are not only an American favorite in Asian cuisine but truly loved all throughout Southeast Asia as well. You can find this delicious appetizer on every menu from the food huts on the streets to the finest restaurants in Thailand. This is a…
This dish is originally from the Central Plain and is yet another favorite Thai street food, a favorite in America as well. Pad Thai takes minutes to prepare and is simply delicious. There are many different recipes for this dish because of the many variations you can use while preparing it. This is a favorite…
Pad See Ew Kung is one of the most popular street foods in Thailand. It’s delicious and only takes minutes to prepare. You can find this dish at most food stands and take it to go, some even call it Thai fast food. The bold flavors and rich colors make it a must have while…
One of my favorite soups of all time is this hot and spicy prawn soup from the Central Plain of Thailand. I was so excited to learn the secrets of Thai dishes like this! It takes just a few minutes to prepare and the flavors are amazing! A must have when traveling Thailand and on…
This salad is a favorite in Thailand and often eaten in the daily diet. It is traditionally prepared in a large mortar and served with sticky rice. The quantities below are for one mortar and serves one. Ingredients: 1 garlic clove 2-3 tbsp roasted Peanuts 3/4-1 cup Green Papaya, finely shredded 1/4 cup Carrot, finely…
While traveling Koh Samui, Thailand, I was on the hunt for the perfect chili sauce. I love my food spicy and even in Thailand found myself asking for extra heat in my food. I was lucky enough to become friends with many on the staff at Poppies resort in Koh Samui. While I was there…