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Cooking Lesson #995: Instant Pot Mongolian Beef

2/17/2025

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…from the Perspectives’ Kitchen

Mongolian Beef Over Rice
How you doin’? Instant Pot Mongolian Beef is a delicious dish made with flank steak with a dark flavorful sauce. The beef is tender, and the sauce is thick and rich… perfect to serve over rice.
 
Legend has it that when the Mongol Empire was at its peak, almost 1,000 years ago, it was Genghis Khan and his army that gave us what we now know as Mongolian Beef.
 
At the end of a long hard day of battle, the Mongols would make a large fire and use their shields as grills, as the Mongols believed that food should never be cooked directly on fire. With a freshly slaughtered cow or yak, they would use their swords to turn the meat and even eat with. They had brought along garlic and onions on their battles to help season and flavor the meat, along with a special sweet sauce that only the Mongols knew how to make.
 
We know this is just a ‘legend’, but it’s a lot more fun than the actual truth behind Mongolian Beef (spoiler alert, it doesn’t come from Mongolia, neither does Mongolian BBQ). Regardless of the origin, it’s still one of the top selling dishes in Chinese restaurants.
 
Mongolian beef is a dish from Taiwan consisting of sliced beef, commonly paired with scallions or mixed vegetables and is not particularly spicy. As noted above, Mongolian Beef is often served over steamed rice or in the US, over crispy fried cellophane noodles. It is one of those staple dishes in American Chinese restaurants. Despite its name, the dish has nothing to do with Mongolian cuisine.
 
For some reason Mongolian beef is among the meat dishes developed in Taiwan where Mongolian barbecue restaurants first appeared… beef grilled over basins of charcoal or gas-fired grills. None of the ingredients or the preparation methods are drawn from traditional Mongolian cuisine but from basic Chinese-American cuisine. A variation—Mongolian lamb—substitutes the beef with lamb (same ingredients and prep and cooking times).
 
Prep time:  25 minutes
Cook time:  25 minutes
Yield:  6 servings
 
Ingredients 
3 tablespoons corn starch
2 pounds flank steak, cut across the grain in 1-inch wide strips
2 tablespoons cooking oil, canola, peanut, other neutral oil
8 cloves garlic, pressed
1 tablespoon ginger, minced (or 3 teaspoons powdered)
3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine (mirin), or sherry or rice wine vinegar
3 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, (or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper)
3/4 cup water, divided
5 green onions, chopped in 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
 
To thicken the sauce
2 tablespoons corn starch
2 tablespoons cold water
 
Directions
  1. Add the corn starch to a large plastic zip closure bag. Add the beef slices and shake to coat them in the corn starch. Set them aside in the bag.
  2. Turn on the Instant Pot to SAUTÉ setting.
  3. When the pot is hot, add the oil.
  4. Add the beef in one layer and brown both sides. You will need to do this in two batches, so the meat isn't crowded. The meat will not be fully cooked at this point. Remove the browned meat to a plate and set aside.
  5. While the beef is browning, using a large measuring cup add the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, red pepper flakes and 1/4 cup of water. Mix well and set aside.
  6. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of water to the pot and use a wooden spoon to scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pot (deglaze).
  7. Add the sauce and green onions to the pot and stir.
  8. CANCEL the SAUTÉ SETTING and add the beef and any liquid on the plate back into the pot.
  9. Close the lid and set the steam release knob to the sealing position.
  10. Press the PRESSURE COOK button to HIGH PRESSURE for 10 MINUTES. The pot will take 5 to 7 minutes to come to pressure.
  11. While the beef is cooking, mix the corn starch and water for thickening. Set aside.
  12. When the cook cycle has finished, turn off the pot and let it sit undisturbed for 10 MINUTE NATURAL RELEASE.
  13. Turn the steam release to the VENTING POSITION to release the remaining pressure.
  14. When the pin in the lid drops back down, open the lid.
  15. Add the brown sugar, stir well.
  16. Turn on the SAUTÉ setting (normal heat).
  17. Stir the beef and sauce. When it starts to simmer, pour in the corn starch slurry, if needed. Then TURN OFF the Instant Pot.
  18. Serve immediately over some hot cooked rice and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

ChefSecret:  A lot of dishes in China had Mongolian in the name, but they were in no way related to Mongolian culture. So Mongolian beef is nothing more than a Taiwanese stir-fry!

Quip of the Day:  不怕慢,就怕站 (bù pà màn, jiù pà zhàn)
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Cooking Lesson #990: Slow Cooker Firehouse Beef & Bean Chili

2/5/2025

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…from the Perspectives’ Kitchen

Firehouse Beef & Bean Chili
How you doin’? What’s the perfect crowd pleasing dish for your Super Bowl party? Chili, of course!
 
Firehouse Beef & Bean Chili is always at the top of my list when the weather cools. But even when the weather warms, I can always go for a big bowl of chili. My recipe lets the slow cooker do most of the work. Today most Instant Cookers have a slow-mode button, so you don’t have to go out and buy another piece of kitchen equipment.
 
The slower the chili cooks, the heartier the chili is, and you can serve it so many different ways. Leftovers are never a problem, you can smother an omelet, ladle it on hot dogs or burgers, spoon it over baked potatoes or just pile it high in a bowl with toppings of you choosing.
 
I highly recommend browning the beef in a skillet along with the onions and garlic before adding the meat to your slow cooker. The browning process amps up the savory flavors in the chili and gives the spices a chance to bloom, enhancing their flavor. If you don’t have time or don’t want to mess up a clean skillet, you don’t have to. The beef will cook fine in the slow cooker, and it will be completely safe to eat. You’ll miss out on the flavor from browning the beef, onions, garlic, and spices because caramelizing them a bit adds a huge amount of flavor to the chili, and you’ll be disappointed if you skip the step.
 
If you want to get dinner ready before you leave for work, then set the slow cooker to low and let it simmer for 8 hours, and it will be perfect. When you walk in the door the aroma will knock your socks off. Or you start the chili in the afternoon, cook it on high heat, and have it ready in 3 to 4 hours. If you go with this method, stir the chili occasionally so it cooks evenly.
 
When it comes to additions for your chili, you can go completely crazy with   options — fried onion strings, minced raw white onions, Fritos, avocado, pimento cheese… even bacon!
 
If you have the time, make some crispy corn strips to top your chili. I included the recipe below. Once you make them from scratch, you’ll be glad you did. If you’re pressed for time, store-bought corn tortilla chips work just fine! Personally, I like classic chili toppings, like cheese, sour cream, and chives.
 
If you have leftover chili, you’re in luck! Chili is super versatile, and you can use it in so many ways.
 
Prep time:  30 minutes
Cook time:  7 to 8 hours
Yield:  6 to 8 servings
 
Ingredients 
For the chili

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds ground beef (90/10)
1 cup diced white onion
6 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons mild chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup Stout Beer (I prefer Guinness) or beef stock
1 (4.5-ounce) can green chiles
2 (15-ounce) cans drained and rinsed kidney beans
2 (15-ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup corn chips (I prefer Fritos for the nutty flavor)
 
For the crispy tortillas strips garnish
4 corn tortillas, sliced into strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
 
For garnish
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup grated cheese
4 tablespoons green onion tops or chopped chives
 
Directions
  1. In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once it is hot, add the ground beef and cook, breaking up the beef as it cooks, until beef is brown… 7 to 8 minutes.
  2. Add the onions, garlic and spices and continue to cook for a few minutes to combine the flavors.
  3. At the very end of browning, add the beer or stock and use the liquid to scrape up any stuck brown bits from the skillet.
  4. Transfer all the skillet ingredients to a slow cooker along with green chiles, beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce and corn chips.
  5. Cover the chili and cook on HIGH for four hours, stirring occasionally, or set to LOW for 8 hours.
  6. Season the chili with salt and pepper to taste once it has cooked.
  7. Serve it in big bowls garnished with cheese, sour cream, chives and tortilla strips.
  8. Chili keeps and reheats beautifully. Personally, I think that chili is actually better on day two or three. It keeps well in the fridge for four to five days and you can freeze it without a worry.
To make the crispy corn strips without frying them
  1. Preheat an oven to 375⁰ F.
  2. Slice the tortillas into strips and spread them out on a sheet pan.
  3. Drizzle the strips with oil and spices and use your hands to mix together.
  4. Spread out in an even layer and bake the strips for 5 to 6 minutes. Then stir strips to make sure they are cooking evenly. The ones around the edges will cook faster. Bake for 4-5 minutes and then remove from oven and cool. Tortilla strips will continue to get crispy as they cool.

ChefSecret
:  If you would like to substitute chunky steak, you can. Use round steak cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Brown the steak in a skillet seasoned with salt and pepper, just like the ground beef, and then proceed with the recipe as written.

Quip of the Day
:  Why hasn’t someone figured out how to slow-cook grapes? Eight-hours later you’d have a bottle of wine.

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Cooking Lesson #970: Instant Pot Barbecue-Style Hanukkah Brisket

12/24/2024

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…from the Perspectives’ Kitchen​

Brisket
How you doin’? Did you know the first night of Hanukkah falls on Christmas Day this year? So here is my less traditional festival of lights brisket recipe with a western touch.
 
I’m the kind of guy who gets a hankerin’ for BBQ cooked any way at all at least twice a month. When I downsized from my house on the hill, I had to give up my huge Texas smoker. It was a sacrifice. Some of the barbecue restaurants here are hit and miss.
 
If you’re like me, you'll love this irresistibly delicious beef brisket with smoky-spicy homemade barbecue sauce. This Instant Pot Beef Brisket can’t replace a good Texas-style barbecue smoked brisket, but it’s an awesome shortcut for a Hanukkah dinner.
 
Give this oh-so-tender beef with some chew, bursting with moist and juicy beefy flavors a try. It has a signature super yummy smoky, sweet, savory, spicy homemade barbecue sauce that is so good you’ll think you’re in Texas!
 
Prep time:  30 minutes
Instant Pot cook time:  75 minutes (pressure cook time) + 15 minutes (release time)
Cook time:  8 to 15 minutes (to thicken the sauce)
Yield:  8 servings
 
Ingredients 
3 to 4 pounds beef brisket (2 inches thick with fat cap)
 
For the dry rub
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed, ground
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, ground
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
 
For the barbecue sauce
1 medium onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup unsalted beef stock or water 5 drops liquid smoke (I prefer Wrights)
 
Finishing the sauce
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
 
Directions
To make the dry rub
  1. In a glass mixing bowl, mix dry rub ingredients together.
  2. Rub the dry rub mixture on the brisket, then let it marinate for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight, so the salt can penetrate the meat).
To pressure cook the beef brisket
  1. Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, ketchup, maple syrup, honey, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke or beef stock to the Instant Pot. Mix well.
  2. Add marinated brisket into Instant Pot. Pressure Cook at HIGH PRESSURE for 75 MINUTES.
  3. NATURAL RELEASE for 15 MINUTES. Remove the lid carefully.
  4. Carefully place cooked brisket on a cutting board and let it rest.
  5. Use a fat separator to remove the oil from the BBQ sauce.
  6. Bring the BBQ sauce back to a simmer by pressing the "Cancel" button, then the "SAUTE" button. Mix in the ketchup, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar into the sauce in the Instant Pot.
  7. Let the BBQ sauce thicken by simmering for 8 to 15 minutes. Stir occasionally. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if necessary.
  8. Generously brush the BBQ sauce all over the brisket. If desired, use a blowtorch or oven (broil) to slightly caramelize the BBQ sauce on the brisket.
  9. Slice the brisket against the grain.
  10. Serve with BBQ sauce on the side.

ChefSecret:  Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat, covered, in the microwave or a preheated oven at 350°F until hot all the way through.

Quip of the Day:  Q. Which hand is best to light the menorah with?  A. Neither, it’s best to light it with a candle.

Historical Note: Brisket was and is still used as a special cut of meat on Jewish holidays such as Hannukah, Shabbat, and Passover. The cut of beef was decided to be celebratory and important due to its location. Brisket is found in the cow's front breast, making it kosher for Jews to consume.
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Cooking Lesson #957: Conglomeration Casserole

12/4/2024

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…from the Perspectives’ Kitchen

Conglomeration Casserole
How you doin? Okay, this recipe isn’t going to win a beauty contest or even the front cover of Bon Appétit or even Mad magazine—but My Conglomeration Casserole (my mother’s name) might not be pretty, but it is tasty, great for a busy-night and a kid-friendly meal. The prep time is generally limited to how fast your can opener works and how hard it is to unwrap your meat. The big bonus is that it is a complete one-pot meal!
 
The history of casseroles is long and detailed. The word "casserole" comes from the French word casse, which means "pan" or "ladle". Casseroles may have originated as communal pots shared for family meals. Early recipes involved pounding and pressing rice into a dish and filling it with a savory mixture and baking it.
 
The oldest written casserole recipe is from 1250 and is for pasta sheets layered with cheese and spices—sounds a little like lasagna. Thomas Jefferson's daughter, Mary Randolph, prepared a pasta dish like a casserole that was served at the White House, no less. Casseroles became more popular due to the introduction of oven-proof cookware and canned and boxed foods. Casseroles were a simple, quick, and inexpensive way to feed a family. Recipes for casseroles began to appear on the backs of all kinds of food packaging. Casseroles are still popular today, with recipes and ingredients that vary by kitchen and even cuisine. 
 
Prep time:  10 minutes
Cook time:  20 minutes
Yield:  4 to 6 servings:
 
Ingredients 
1 pound lean ground beef (80/20)
1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese mix
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 cup whole milk
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup frozen diced carrots
1 teaspoon seasoned salt or to taste (I prefer Lawry’s)
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
 
Directions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain the fat before proceeding.
  2. Stir the pasta and cheese mixture from macaroni and cheese package into beef.
  3. Stir in the tomatoes, milk, peas, corn and carrots.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the macaroni is tender, about 12 minutes.
  5. Season with seasoned salt.
  6. Stir 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese into dish to melt.
  7. Top with remaining cheese.
  8. That’s it—you’re done and it’s ready to serve.

ChefSecret:  To make this recipe, I used Kraft-Macaroni and Cheese with the creamy cheese paste.

Quip of the Day:  My former wife’s idea of a surprise meal was to remove all the labels off the cans.
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Cooking Lesson #940: Firehouse Peanut Chili

10/28/2024

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…from the Perspectives’ Kitchen

Pot of Peanut Chili
How you doin’? It’s going to be another big sports weekend coming up… World Series baseball, NFL football, NBA basketball, NHL hockey and the national sport of politics… it’s exhausting just thinking about it!
 
You and your buddies are going to need some serious fortification to keep you going through all those games, and we’ve got just the thing… Firehouse Peanut Chili! That’s right, I said Peanut Chili. 
 
If you're a fan of chili, you know that this spicy dish comes in an almost-endless number of varieties. Just attend any chili cook-off and you'll be amazed at the versions you'll see. From mild to hot, chili can feature different types of peppers, meats, spices, noodles and even beans, or better yet, peanuts as in my version.
 
But where exactly did this spicy dish first come into existence? Some would say that ancient man probably figured out how to combine meat and peppers into a tasty stew thousands of years ago.
 
Myths and tall tales are not hard to find when it comes to the origin of chili. For example, one popular tale tells of a Spanish nun, Sister Mary of Agreda, who supernaturally appeared to Native Americans in the early 1600s and returned with the first recipe for chili: chili peppers, venison (deer meat), onions, and tomatoes.
 
The modern dish we know as chili, also known as chili con carne (chili with meat), does appear to have roots in the American West, particularly the State of Texas. An old legend holds that immigrants from the Canary Islands brought a recipe for chili with them when they settled San Antonio in the early 1700s. Historians do know that chili was a popular meal amongst cowboys and pioneers on the Western frontier.
 
In the 1880s, chili stands became popular in San Antonio. Women known as "chili queens" served "bowls o' red" to customers, and the fame of chili con carne began to spread across the country. The 1893 World's Fair in Chicago featured the dish at the San Antonio Chili Stand. Since that time, chili has become a popular dish all over the United States. Its association with Texas, however, remains quite strong. In fact, the Texas legislature named Chili the official state dish in 1977.
 
Today, playful debates rage at chili cook-offs regarding which ingredients belong in "real" chili. For many Texans, a "bowl o' red" contains nothing more than chili peppers, meat, and spices. Midwestern versions often add beans and additional fat into the mix. It's not uncommon to find regional varieties of chili that also feature tomato sauce and/or pasta noodles.
 
Chili cook-off attendees will often create their own unique version of chili by choosing specific ingredients they feel will create the most intense flavor. You'll find chilis with different types of meat, including beef, sausage, turkey, and venison. Vegetarian chilis are also popular, replacing the meat with a variety of flavorful vegetables. Chili chefs will also customize the spiciness of their chili by selecting a variety of chili peppers that they believe will give their chili the perfect amount of spice and heat.
 
So, why not Chili con Peanuts! This is for real. U.S., southern-grown peanuts (instead of beans), Guinness Stout and cocoa powder come together with lots of flavor and spice in this new popular Firehouse Peanut Chili recipe. The peanuts are a perfect substitute for those old blaster beans. It's just the thing for meals at the fire station, tailgating fare before games or any time of year.
 
Prep time:  30 minutes
Cook time:  at least 3 hours (the longer it cooks the better it tastes)
Yield:  5 quarts+
 
Ingredients 
2 pounds raw peanuts (for soaking)
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1-1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
12 ounces spicy Mexican chorizo
2 cups chopped yellow onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 red jalapeño chile peppers, seeded, seamed and chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3 tablespoons beef stock concentrate (Better Than Bouillon)
1 22-ounce bottle Guinness Stout
1 cup water
4 6-inch tortillas chopped
1/8 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons Tabasco hot pepper sauce (or more if you like it hotter)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you like it hotter)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
 
Garnish 
1 (10.5 ounce) bag corn chips (I prefer Fritos)
1 (8 ounce) packaged shredded Cheddar cheese
1 diced red onion
 
Directions
  1. Soak the peanuts in cold water overnight.  Change the water at least once during the soak.
  2. Place a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Add the peanut oil and crumble the ground chuck and chorizo into the hot pan and cook until evenly browned.
  3. Add the onion, celery, green and red bell peppers and chili peppers; sauté for four minutes.
  4. Skim off any excess grease.
  5. Drain the presoaked peanuts and rinse in cold water.
  6. Add the presoaked peanuts, the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir to coat the peanuts.
  7. Add the beef stock concentrate, Guinness, water and tortillas pieces.
  8. Season with the chili powders, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, oregano, cocoa powder, cumin, hot pepper sauce, basil, salt, pepper, cayenne, paprika and sugar.  Stir to blend, then cover and simmer over low heat for at least 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  9. After 3 hours, taste to test for the doneness of the peanuts and adjust salt, pepper and chili levels to your taste if necessary. The longer the chili simmers, the richer the flavor.
  10. Remove from heat and serve over Frito Scoops with shredded cheese and diced onion or refrigerate and serve the next day.

ChefSecret
:  The tortillas serve as a thickener to help emulsify the chili. You can also thicken and add a toasty flavor to the chili by using Fritos Corn Chips which will give you a cornier flavor.

Quip of the Day
: "Never argue with stupid people. They will drag you down to their level and then beat you over the head with experience."

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Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to [email protected]. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide.
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To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, positive, stay well, stay safe and be kind. Take a breath and count your blessings, and if you have a little extra to share with others, please consider donating to  Feeding America, Tunnel to Towers, Union Rescue Mission and/or American Red Cross.

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