Explore Recipes by Alex Sablan
Recipes by Alex Sablan feature a diverse collection of dishes inspired by international flavors, family traditions, and everyday cooking at home. This category highlights original recipes developed to be approachable, flavorful, and perfect for home kitchens.
Inspired by Global Cuisine
From Japanese street food favorites to Mediterranean classics and comforting one-pan meals, these recipes reflect a love of exploring different culinary traditions. These dishes combine authentic inspiration with practical techniques that home cooks can easily follow.
Cooking That Brings People Together
Cooking is about more than just ingredients—it’s about sharing food and creating memorable meals. These recipes are designed to be satisfying, flavorful, and simple enough to prepare for family dinners, gatherings, or relaxing nights at home.
Mediterranean Chicken Casserole From the Pantry
Sometimes the best meals come from looking at what is already in the cupboard instead of making a trip to the grocery store. This Mediterranean chicken casserole from the pantry is exactly that kind of meal. With a few canned goods, pasta,…
Pantry Stir-Fry
Why Cooking From Your Own Pantry Matters Why make a pantry stir-fry? There’s something powerful about cooking straight from your own pantry and fridge. It removes friction. No last-minute grocery runs. No waiting. Just real food built from what you…
Potu (Poto): Chamorro Steamed Coconut Rice Cake Recipe
What potu is and how it tastes Potu—also spelled poto—is a traditional Chamorro steamed rice cake made with rice flour and coconut milk. Its flavor is gently sweet with a clean coconut aroma, and its texture is soft, fluffy, and…
Shokupan: Japan’s Beloved Milk Bread
Shokupan, also known as Japanese milk bread, is a staple in Japanese bakeries and households. This soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet bread is a testament to Japan’s dedication to perfecting even the simplest foods. Unlike traditional Western breads, Shokupan is…
Copycat Colonel’s Crispy Fried Chicken
The Origins of Fried Chicken in American Culture Fried chicken holds a special place in American food history. While frying meat has existed for centuries across cultures, fried chicken as we know it today took shape in the American South….
Red Bean-Filled Mochi
Mochi: A Pillar of Japanese Culture Mochi, the soft and chewy rice cake enjoyed in Japan for centuries, is more than just a beloved treat—it is a deeply rooted cultural symbol, and we have a Red Bean-Filled Mochi recipe for…
The Secret to a Flaky Grated Butter Apple Pie Crust
A truly memorable apple pie begins with the crust, and few techniques deliver better results than a grated butter apple pie crust. While traditional cubed-butter methods work well, grating cold butter creates thin ribbons of fat that translate into airy…
Authentic Bool Go Gi in America
A Korean Classic That Found a Home in America Bulgogi (불고기), literally meaning “fire meat,” is one of Korea’s most iconic dishes, with roots tracing back over a thousand years to the Goguryeo era. Originally prepared as skewered, grilled beef…
Chili-Lime Quick Cooking 16lb Turkey
Chili-Lime Quick Cooking 16lb Turkey is a refreshing way to break free from Thanksgiving traditions and the same ol’ flavors that rely on sage, rosemary, and thyme. While those classics have their place, a Southwest-inspired twist brings new energy to…
Lemon-Ancho Chili Shrimp with Korean Glass Noodles
Lemon-Ancho Chili Shrimp with Korean Glass Noodles is a dish born at the crossroads of cultures, where smoky Latin warmth meets the savory depth of Korean cuisine. This recipe takes inspiration from the slow, earthy heat of ancho chiles—common in…