When the temperatures soar, there’s not much better than zingy shrimp ceviche! This Peruvian dish of citrus-cured fish bursts with refreshing flavor, pairing the tender shellfish with tomato, red onion and cilantro. Dip it with tortilla or plantain chips, and it’s a perfect appetizer to get any party started. This is one of the first things we cooked together here at A Couple Cooks, so it has a special place in our hearts....

In the culinary world, noodles are the quick fix for a busy day meal. In fact, noodles, in any form, are highly customizable, and it’s an easy way to bring a visual appeal to your meal with plenty of beautiful seasonal produce. When it comes to noodles, the rules are simple. Choose your favorite type of noodles – rice, whole wheat, soba – the possibilities are endless. Load them with plenty of vibrant veggies and your favorite protein....

Love sous vide recipes? Try my sous vide steak, sous vide turkey breast, and sous vide pork belly. I love cooking with chicken thighs and have tried various methods, but nothing comes close to cooking them sous vide style. The meat is consistently juicy, tender, and it’s pretty much hands-off! Why I love this recipe Juicer than oven-cooked chicken thighs. Chicken cooked in a water bath and then quickly seared in a skillet turns out juicier than when cooked in the oven....

Craving a classic cocktail with a spicy twist? Look no further than a spicy pineapple margarita! This refreshing drink combines the sweetness of pineapple with the subtle heat of jalapeño, creating a flavor explosion. As expert mixologists with over 300 cocktail recipes in our library, the margarita reigns supreme as our top cocktail to riff on. This sweet and spicy variation is a unique twist on this beloved classic!...

More Smoothie recipes: Banana Chai Smoothie Layered Oatmeal Cherry Smoothie Grape Lassi or Indian Grape Smoothie Carrot Halwa Smoothie Mango Lassi or Indian Mango Smoothie Yield: 1 Strawberry Smoothie Print This strawberry smoothie is easy to make and delicious. Prep Time 5 minutes Total Time 5 minutes Ingredients 6 large strawberries, cut into big chunks 1 medium banana, cut into big chunks 1 tbsp natural yogurt 1 cup cold milk 1 tsp honey Few drops of vanilla essence Instructions Place all the ingredients in a blender and turn it on....

Here at A Couple Cooks, we’re all about great cocktail recipes: all the classics, made with pristine focus and perfectly styled garnishes. But guess what? We’re also all about easy cocktails that come together in a flash! Because sometimes you have time to plan ahead, but others you just want to a sipper for the patio. Enter: this Tequila and Pineapple Juice! In 2 minutes with 2 ingredients, you’ve got a tasty drink that tastes like a legit cocktail....

See Also: All Homemade Salad Dressings Are you a Thousand Island person? I remember growing up, my sister and I would opt for ranch. But my dad would always have Thousand Island on his salads. So to me, Thousand Island has a retro feel! (Anyone else?) Either way, Thousand Island dressing is a delicious salad dressing that’s easy to make at home. Homemade salad dressings are 1) very tasty, 2) don’t have preservatives or added ingredients, 3) are pretty quick to make!...

Is it possible to make vegan biscuits without butter? Alex and I set out to crack the code to the best ever plant based biscuits. Biscuits get their flakiness and buttery flavor from rich butter. So could it really work with only plant based ingredients? Lucky for you–and us, our experiment was successful. Here’s the recipe for the best vegan biscuits with that signature layered look, a buttery flavor, and a flaky interior!...

From the Martini to the Old Fashioned, many of the popular cocktails we drink today were just as en vogue…one hundred years ago. Yes, the most classic of cocktails have stood the test of time! Here at A Couple Cooks, we’ve made over 200+ cocktails. The ones that stand out are almost always the ones with a rich history and a back story. Here are all the best classic 1920s cocktails that have stood the test of time!...

Been counting down the days to pumpkin season? Every year it seems to get a little bit earlier: these days it’s creeping into August. But for good reason: everyone loves a bit of pumpkin spice! Here are the top popular pumpkin drinks for the season: a few lattes, a few cocktails, and a cocktail for good measure! Whether you’re craving for caffeinated, healthy, or boozy, there’s something for everyone....

The one thing that fills my heat with immense joy on a cold, wet, winter afternoon is a plate of deep fried goodies. When I say fried snacks, I think about the very traditional ones that are untouched by the modern food trends. I mean, pakora, jalebi, and these urad dal fritters or uzhunnu vada or medu vada. These fritters are honestly one of the gems of South Indian cuisine, and you could find so many variations of these delicious snacks in different parts of the country....

The day before our son was born, we made this vegan brownie recipe. We had no idea that the next day our lives would change forever. All we knew was this: these brownies were insanely fudgy and chocolatey! And somehow they were 100% plant based. They instantly jumped to the top of our chocolate desserts list. We kept pulling them out of the fridge to munch on another little piece....

Banana bites made with whole wheat flour. Can a snack get any better than this? I’m not calling them healthy, but at least there’s no refined flour in them. Locally, in Kerala, they are called banana bonda, a sweet snack made from bananas and flour. I’ve done a couple of deep fried banana goodies for the blog already, but this is the very first time I’m combining deep frying with whole wheat flour....

Adding zucchini to our favorite desserts is nothing new. Some of our favorites include brownies, chocolate zucchini cake, and even chocolate chip cookies. When we want something simpler, these zucchini cookies tick the boxes. Why you’ll love this zucchini cookies recipe Just four ingredients. Pantry staples like oatmeal and peanut butter form the foundations of it. Healthy. No added sugar, no butter, and no oil are needed. Ready in 15 minutes....

This is a magic green smoothie. And it will change your life. It will make you skinnier, healthier, and glow from the inside out. Your back side and front side will be tighter. Your friends will idolize you; your enemies will want to be you. You’ll achieve a sense of inner peace. OK, not really! But sometimes, doesn’t it seem like products that are “healthy this” or “clean eating that” make all these claims?...

Hi, it’s Marrekus and Krysten, the husband and wife team from Cooks with Soul. We are excited to team up with A Couple Cooks to share with you our favorite soul food recipes and honor the roots of Black American cuisine! As food bloggers, we must acknowledge the impact of Black Americans on our food heritage, from the African diaspora to the modern kitchen. Our goal is to preserve family recipes that have been passed down through multiple generations, many of which carry cultural and regional significance....

Got a bunch of walnuts and not sure how to use them? This healthy nut works for so much more than candied nuts. This collection of easy and tasty Walnut Recipes highlights the versatility of walnuts: from creamy, cinnamon-spiced walnut butter to basil walnut pesto! Walnuts are a powerhouse of important nutrients like plant-based omega 3’s, protein, and fiber. Here’s our top 10 ways to add them to your diet!...

Brunch is one of the most festive meals around! It’s perfect for celebrating holidays like Easter or Mother’s Day, for baby showers or bridal showers, or just enjoying a cozy weekend! Great brunches need the most delicious foods imaginable, and we’ve got you covered no matter what your diet or taste preferences. Here’s our list of best brunch recipes, based on type! For each category, we’ve listed all the different flavors and variations so you can customize them for any occasion or season....

Need more Asian-inspired beef recipes? Try my black pepper Angus steak, Hunan beef, and shaved steak. It’s no surprise that my family and I love making Asian food at home. Coming from a half-Asian background with Korean roots, these are the flavors I grew up with. When I want a dish to impress, I make my family’s Korean BBQ beef, bulgogi style! Why I love this recipe Next-level flavor. The marinade is spicy, umami, and savory, and the high heat adds a subtle smoky flavor....

Looking for more low carb seafood recipes? Try my Chilean sea bass, baked salmon in foil, grilled Red snapper, and baked haddock. Canned fish has quite a bad wrap, but when used correctly, it can be transformed into something delicious. My keto salmon patties are one example and a dish my family enjoys at least once a week! Why I love this recipe Ready in 5 minutes. From prep to plate, these patties take just five minutes to cook....