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Last Updated ( Sunday, 20 January 2008 )
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 (ARA) - Imagine pampering your taste buds with captive flavors from India, enticing aromas from the Mediterranean, vibrant colors of Mexico and distinctive styles of Asia. By incorporating exotic flavors in your meals, you can send your senses on vacation without ever leaving your kitchen.
"Adding worldly flair to everyday meals is easy," says Dan Hernandez, "Flavor Czar," Hormel Foods. "You can achieve the authenticity of native dishes by folding in one or two new flavors with those you already have at home!"
Hernandez utilizes his expertise in ethnic cuisine to help others discover the true essence of flavor. Below, he offers a few simple suggestions on turning the common chicken dish into chicken cuisine extraordinaire.
Rev up the Rice
If a typical bland meal of chicken and rice sends your family dreaming of take-out, try substituting the rice with couscous. Although the rice and couscous have similar appearances, couscous contains strong North African roots, with flavoring the whole family will love. This new side dish, with flavors such as mango salsa, parmesan and even plain for picky eaters, is also naturally low in fat and cholesterol.
Make it Mexican
Create an authentic Mexican meal by using mole sauce with your regular chicken recipe. Mole, a condiment with chocolate, chiles, spices and seasonings, gives meats, enchiladas and vegetables a more a festive feel. It is as easy as adding water to a jar of pre-made mole and incorporating it into any cooked dish.
Spice up Supper
Preparing delicious Indian food does not need to be complicated. Simple Indian barbecue marinades, such as PATAK'S Honey and Ginger marinade, can add a tangy twist to chicken, with no extra effort. The masalas, or blend of spices, boost flavor like no other, enticing friends and family to keep coming back for seconds!
Stir in the Zest
Another simple meal for even picky eaters is the ancient Asian tradition of stir-fry. The basic cooking techniques used in Asian cooking, stir-frying, deep frying and steaming, are still practiced by families today. Adding pre-made stir fry sauce to chicken and vegetable dishes saves time and enhances flavor.
"Being adventurous in the kitchen is half the fun of cooking," Hernandez says. "Many Web sites, such as our own worldfood.com, were created to cater to those with exotic tastes, and those just looking for the chance to indulge in something a bit different."
For cooking tips, authentic recipes and more, visit www.worldfood.com.
Courtesy of ARAcontent
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