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Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Rice

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 2/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and de-veined
  • Pack of chicken breast
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted divided
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • cajun seasoning
  • Oregano

Instructions

  1. Rinse and clean the shrimp and chicken with water and then pat it down. Cut the chicken in pieces. Seasoning both with cajun seasoning and oregano.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the shrimp until it’s pink and opaque and remove it from the skillet, set aside.
  3. Cook the chicken for 6 minutes or until its tender. Remove it from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, stir in garlic, half of the cajun seasoning, and the rice. Stir in chicken broth, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring 1-2 times throughout. 
  5. Stir the shrimp and chicken into the rice, cover and cook for 3-5 minutes on low heat. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve. 
  6. Don’t forget to share your photos on social media and hashtag, #dinnerwithtayo.

Oven-Baked BBQ Ribs

Ingredients

FOR THE RIBS

  • 2 lb. baby back ribs
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp. Creole seasoning
  • 1 tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne

FOR THE BARBECUE SAUCE

  • 1 1/2 C ketchup
  • 1/4 C apple cider vinegar
  • 4 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. paprika

Instructions

  1. Carefully slide a knife under the membrane and then peel it away.
  2. In a small bowl stir together brown sugar, Creole seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne. Rub mixture all over ribs on both sides and place on a prepared baking sheet. Cover with foil and set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, make the barbecue sauce: In a medium bowl combine all sauce ingredients together and pour the sauce over ribs, cover the foil and marinate this for up to 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Preheat oven to 300° and place the ribs into the oven and bake for 3 hours. Remove foil from ribs and broil until sauce just starts to caramelize, 2 to 4 minutes.
  5. Remove the ribs from the oven and watch how the meat easily falls off the bone.
  6. Don’t forget to share your photos on social media and hashtag, #dinnerwithtayo.

The Best Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Buttermilk fried chicken is a classic Southern dish that has been enjoyed for generations. The dish consists of chicken pieces that are coated in a buttermilk marinade, dredged in a seasoned flour mixture, and then deep-fried until crispy and golden brown.

The buttermilk marinade is an essential part of the recipe, as it helps to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor. The marinade typically consists of buttermilk, which is a tangy, acidic dairy product, along with various seasonings such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. The chicken is then soaked in the marinade for several hours, or even overnight, to ensure that it is fully flavored and tender.

Once the chicken has marinated, it is dredged in a seasoned flour mixture, which typically includes all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. The chicken is then deep-fried in hot oil until it is crispy and golden brown on the outside and cooked through on the inside.

Buttermilk fried chicken can be served in a variety of ways. It is often served with classic Southern sides such as mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, collard greens, and cornbread. It can also be served on a sandwich or in a salad.

Overall, buttermilk fried chicken is a delicious and comforting dish that is beloved by many. Its crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior make it a perfect choice for a family dinner or a backyard barbecue.

Ingredients

  • 1 pack of boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chicken bouillon
  • 1/4 cup Honey

Ingredients

  1. In a large bowl combine buttermilk and honey together. Add chicken thighs, cover and marinate for 1 – 2 hours or up overnight
  2. In a large bowl combine flour, cornstarch, chicken bouillon, peppers, salt, and garlic powder together.
  3. Heat 1-inch olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until deep-fry thermometer registers between 350°F and 375°F.
  4. Move one chicken at a time from marinade and dip the chicken into the flour mixture until both sides are completely coated. Shake off any excessive flour mix.
  5. Fry chicken a few pieces at a time so the oil doesn’t cool down. Turn chicken on both sides to brown evenly and remove when golden and cooked through.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a rack and or paper towel.
  7. Coat the chicken with honey and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
  8. Arrange the chicken on a serving platter and Enjoy. Don’t forget to hashtag, #dinnerwithtayo.

Cioppino (Fish Stew)

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • fennel bulb white part only, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1 1/2 cup yellow onion 1 large, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 3 garlic cloves pressed or minced
  • 1 teaspoon whole fennel seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups of seafood stock
  • 1 1/2 cups of Pinot Grigio
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound cod fillets skin removed, cut into 2-inch dice
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound scallops
  • 1/2 dozen mussels
  • 1/2 dozen littleneck clams 
  • 3 tablespoons parsley minced

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add the fennel and onion and sauté for 10 minutes, until tender.
  2. Stir in the garlic, fennel seeds, and red pepper flakes and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the tomatoes, stock, wine, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. 
  4. First, add the cod, then the shrimp, scallops, and finally the mussels. Do not stir. Bring this to a simmer, lower the heat, cover and cook for 10 minutes until the seafood is cooked and the shellfish open. (Discard any mussels that have not opened).
  5. Gently stir together being careful not to break up the fish; sprinkle with parsley. Serve with toasted french bread or slices of sourdough baguette.
  6. Enjoy and don’t forget to hashtag, #dinnerwithtayo

Jamaican Jerk Chicken with a homemade Jerk sauce

INGREDIENTS

  • Pack of chicken thighs (or selection of your choice)
  • 2-3 scotch bonnet peppers (use habanero pepper for substitution)
  • ½ large red onion chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 4 stalks of scallion
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons Jamaican allspice
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 7 sprigs of fresh thyme
  • squeezed lime juice

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Clean the chicken, season with salt and set aside.
  2. Add all the ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until completely incorporated. Pour the majority of the sauce into a ziplock bag with the chicken. Save the remaining sauce for later. Let this marinate for 1-2 hours (it’s better if you allow the chicken to marinate into the sauce longer, ideally overnight).
  3. Grill the chicken on both sides until it’s cooked all the way through. Occasionally flip it on each side so you don’t burn the outside layer. It’s okay to have a nice brown texture on the outside.
  4. Once ready, remove the chicken from the grill. You can enjoy immediately or let flavors meld together for as long as you like.
  5. You can pick out the side of your choice with this dish. I made plantains with mine. If you don’t know by now I LOVE plantains.
  6. Enjoy this dish with family and friends. Don’t forget to hashtag, #dinnerwithtayo.

Easy and Delicious Vegan Pizza Recipe for a Healthy Meal

Veganism is becoming increasingly popular as people are becoming more conscious of their health and the environment. Pizza is a popular food choice that can be easily adapted to a vegan diet. In this recipe, we will show you how to make a delicious vegan pizza that will satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling good. Enjoy your delicious vegan pizza with your favorite toppings and feel good about your healthy and environmentally-friendly choice!

Here is a recipe for this Vegan Pizza recipe:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 370 degrees.
  2. Add in regular tomatoes, red bell pepper, onions, basil, vegetable stock, half a can of the canned tomato, salt, and garlic parsley seasoning in a blender. Blend together until you have a nice smooth texture.
  3. Spread the blended tomato paste over the crust. Top with spinach, vegan meat, grape tomatoes, and cheese.
  4. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes. (Keep an eye on it so you don’t over bake the pizza).
  5. Once the pizza is ready remove it from oven and allow it to cool down for a second.
  6. Here’s the best part, you now get to eat this food! Don’t forget to tag #Dinnerwithtayo and @tayoscreation on your social media pages.

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