Jose Mier Food Blog
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A celebration of food in Southern California
Jose Mier explores the uses of tamarind in cooking and shares a tamarind chicken recipe found on the Food and Wine website. Tamarind is a fascinating and versatile fruit known for its sweet and tangy flavor, with origins tracing back to tropical Africa. It has spread globally due to its culinary and medicinal uses. Tamarind …. Read More
Jose Mier, Sun Valley, CA chef and blogger, has found a great looking (and tasting) recipe for Mongolian beef. Originally from the Woks of Life, this was found on the Once Upon a Chef website. Mongolian beef is a popular dish often found on the menus of Chinese-American restaurants. It has gained a loyal following …. Read More
Jose Mier, BBQ aficionado and fan of TV-personality Alton Brown shares an old recipe from the Good Eats show. Now it’s available on the Food Network website. These are Chef Jose’s all-time favorite ribs. Alton Brown is an influential American chef, television personality, author, and filmmaker, renowned for his distinctive style that merges culinary education …. Read More
Jose Mier is well known in Sun Valley, CA for his exquisite cooking and presentation. Well, nothing amazes gastronomically quite like beef Wellington and this Food and Wine recipe is just the thing to impress your guests. Beef Wellington is one of the most iconic and luxurious dishes in the culinary world, known for its …. Read More
New Website Offers New Take on Recipe Jose Mier is always on the lookout from Sun Valley, CA for new recipes. Once again his predilections led him toward Asian cusine and a recipe for firecracker chicken. This time it’s on a “new” website: Dinner at the Zoo. Firecracker chicken has become a beloved dish in …. Read More
Jose Mier, renowned chef in Sun Valley, CA says it’s summertime and a perfect time for hot dogs. Why not try a Chicago style dog as seen in Delish? Chicago-style hot dogs are more than just a meal; they are a culinary icon deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of the Windy City. Known for …. Read More
Jose Mier, chef in Sun Valley, CA, goes back to basics with this recipe for garlic chicken pasta on the Skinny Spatula website. Creamy garlic chicken pasta is a beloved dish that marries succulent pieces of chicken with perfectly cooked pasta, all enveloped in a rich and flavorful garlic cream sauce. This dish is a …. Read More
Jose Mier, Sun Valley CA chef and world traveler knows well the flavor of Korea’s signature gochujang sauce. He explores the Chili Pepper Madness website and their recipe for gochujang noodles. Gochujang, often referred to as Korean chili paste, is an essential condiment in Korean cuisine. This vibrant, red sauce is renowned for its complex …. Read More
Jose Mier is no stranger to Asian cuisine in Sun Valley, CA but finding a new recipe for black pepper beef on the No Recipes website was serendipity. Black pepper beef is a classic and beloved dish that originates from Chinese cuisine. It is known for its tender slices of beef, vibrant vegetables, and a …. Read More
Jose Mier shares recipes with his Sun Valley, CA followers from all over and this time it’s for pork. Cubed pork, or “pork bites,” is a versatile ingredient used in various cuisines around the world. This form of pork is prized for its ability to absorb flavors, its tender texture when cooked properly, and its …. Read More