Hey Y’all - I’m Bradley
Welcome to my Food Life. I’ve been cooking since I was just a tiny lil guy helping my Mom out in the kitchen. I’m cooking for 1, so I try and be creative to not get bored with what I make/eat. I love to test out food trends too! I’ll be posting recipes and videos below. Hopefully you find them useful…or at least entertaining!
CRISPY BBQ SALMON BITES
Crispy BBQ Salmon Bites - I know why everyone is making these Air Frier Salmon Bites now! These bites would make great appetizers for a party, a protein topping for a salad, or even a main dish protein to pair with rice and a veggie. The slightly crispy edges and the sticky caramelized BBQ sauce complement the fattier section of the salmon tail and collar.
BULGOGI TACOS
Bulgogi Tacos - One of my favorite ways to repurpose leftover Korean food is by making tacos or burritos. The Korean flavors mesh so well with Mexican fusion food preparation. It also makes eating leftover much more enjoyable as it doesn’t feel like you are just eating the same thing just on repeat.
HUNGRY BELLY - DALLAS
Hungry Belly - Dallas
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Dallas that just so happens to be in my neighborhood! It is a Pan Asian style restaurant that specializes in Korean Dishes and Sushi. If you haven’t been there, you need to test it out!!! Everything I have tried from their menu has always been delicious!
CRISPY IMITATION CRAB BITES
Crispy Imitation Crab Bites - These are not the crab bites from your youth when your mom popped them in the microwave and served them up with some butter and salt and pepper. The Air Fryer was able to get the outside edges crispy while the inside remained moist and juicy! Test out this cooking method the next time you would like a snack, make a new app for your friends to test out or make for a healthy lunch.
PORK & BOK CHOY HOISIN STIR FRY
Pork & Bok Choy Hoisin Sauce Stir Fry - This will be one of your go to easy weeknight dishes that you can change up by swapping the pork for steak, chicken, or even shrimp or tofu. It pairs great with rice or noodles but is also hearty enough to eat on its own.
BREAKFAST COTTAGE CHEESE BOWL
Breakfast Cottage Cheese Bowl - I am now on board with the Cottage Cheese Bowl Trend for a quick and easy Macro friendly breakfast or lunch option! Test one of these out and see what the viral trend is all about!
CAVA – MY GO TO ORDER
Cava - Come check out my go to CAVA order! All the Mediterranean flavors in a healthy SuperGreens Bowl!
Roasted Poblano and Jalapeno Crema Lasagna
Roasted Poblano and Jalapeno Crema Lasagna - This is a healthier version of lasagna packed with protein AND flavor! A few swaps of lean ground beef, fat free mozzarella and utilizing the cottage cheese crema all keep this jam packed with flavor but won’t bust your calorie bank for the day.
Bacon Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
Bacon Balsamic Brussels Sprouts - This side dish has so much flavor you will think it’s the start of the show. Slightly smokey, slightly sweet, and have a hint of acid from the reduced balsamic. These pair well with the Balsamic Chicken Thighs and they also complement any steak night!
Balsamic Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Balsamic Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs - These chicken thighs are bursting with a slightly sweet, savory, and acidic flavor from the balsamic as it reduced. These will pair well with bacon balsamic Brussel sprouts, creamy mashed potatoes, or even a baked sweet potato.
HAM, ONION, POBLANO, AND CHEESE OMELET
Ham, Onion, Poblano, & Cheese Omelet - A perfect start to your morning and ready to eat in less than 15 minutes. Make a hot breakfast a regular start to your day. This is my go to for a Low Calorie, High Volume, and High Protein Breakfast Option.
MY PERFECT MEDIUM RARE STEAK
My Perfect Medium Rare Bone In Ribeye Steak - No Grill, No Oven, Just a Cast Iron Skillet and Proper Rest Time. My cast iron skillet is a life saver for making a great steak in the winter or in the Dead of the Summer heat here in Dallas when you don’t want to be standing over your hot grill.
STUFFED PORK CHOPS
Stuffed Pork Chops - This meal with give you all the comfort food feelings you want or need if you are having a bad day! I used Pork Tenderloin that I tenderized out and stuffed with a Pork Flavored Stuffing Mix. This is a quick and easy 30 minute meal that you will want to put on repeat. Pair this with your favorite side dish.
ROASTED POBLANO & JALAPENO (COTTAGE CHEESE) CREMA
Roasted Poblano and Jalapeño Cottage Cheese Crema - I originally started making this sauce/dip because I was looking for a Chuy’s dupe of their white sauce/salsa. This tastes so similar! It makes a great dip to accompany chips and salsa. It is also so flavorful that you can put it atop grilled meat such as pork, carne asada, chicken, or grilled salmon! I hope you enjoy this healthier version
MEXICAN SUGAR – DALLAS UPTOWN
Mexican Sugar - Upscale Mexican Food Dining and tequila tasting room!
COUNTRY STYLE GREEN BEANS
Country Style Green Beans - The pairing of fresh green beans, sautéed bacon, cartelized onion, and sautéed mushrooms will have even your pickiest eater wanting to eat their vegetables. They pair well with all of your grilled summer meats as well as baked chicken and pork!
TOMATILLO AVOCADO SALSA
Tomatillo Avocado Salsa - A bright, tangy, and spicy green salsa that will be the star of the show when you bring this to your next gathering. You will want to keep this on hand weekly to add to your morning eggs, lunchtime burritos, or place on all of your taco Tuesday creations!
SMASHED CUCUMBER AND RADISH QUICK KIMCHI
Smashed Cucumber & Radish Quick Kimchi - This is a fresh, crisp quick version of a Korean side dish that I love to pair with any Korean dish I prepare.
BULGOGI (COTTAGE) CHEESE FRIES
Bulgogi (Cottage) Cheese Fries
Make an delectable appetizer inspired by one of my favorite restaurants in Dallas, Hungry Belly. I added a little extra kick of protein to this dish by making the cheese sauce out of cottage cheese.
CHEESEBURGER CHILI PROTEIN MAC
Cheeseburger Chili Protein Mac - Get Nostalgic and make a quick 15 Minute Meal but amp up the protein and flavor!
This is just a little journey into my cooking life. A side gig/hobby that keeps me grounded after my daily 9-5 work life. Hopefully you enjoy and find some inspiration for yourself!
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Air Fryer Recipes
- Aug 10, 2023 CRISPY AIR FRYER SUSHI BITES
- Sep 4, 2023 CRISPY IMITATION CRAB BITES
- Sep 7, 2023 CRISPY BBQ SALMON BITES
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Appetizers
- Aug 10, 2023 CRISPY AIR FRYER SUSHI BITES
- Aug 12, 2023 BULGOGI (COTTAGE) CHEESE FRIES
- Sep 4, 2023 CRISPY IMITATION CRAB BITES
- Sep 7, 2023 CRISPY BBQ SALMON BITES
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Breakfast
- Aug 21, 2023 HAM, ONION, POBLANO, AND CHEESE OMELET
- Aug 26, 2023 BREAKFAST COTTAGE CHEESE BOWL
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Chicken Dishes
- Aug 22, 2023 Balsamic Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
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Cottage Cheese Dishes
- Aug 12, 2023 BULGOGI (COTTAGE) CHEESE FRIES
- Aug 18, 2023 ROASTED POBLANO & JALAPENO (COTTAGE CHEESE) CREMA
- Aug 24, 2023 Roasted Poblano and Jalapeno Crema Lasagna
- Aug 26, 2023 BREAKFAST COTTAGE CHEESE BOWL
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Dips
- Aug 18, 2023 ROASTED POBLANO & JALAPENO (COTTAGE CHEESE) CREMA
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Fish Dishes
- Sep 7, 2023 CRISPY BBQ SALMON BITES
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High Protein Dishes
- Aug 11, 2023 CHEESEBURGER CHILI PROTEIN MAC
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Korean Food
- Aug 12, 2023 BULGOGI (COTTAGE) CHEESE FRIES
- Aug 14, 2023 SMASHED CUCUMBER AND RADISH QUICK KIMCHI
- Sep 6, 2023 BULGOGI TACOS
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Main Dishes
- Aug 19, 2023 STUFFED PORK CHOPS
- Aug 20, 2023 MY PERFECT MEDIUM RARE STEAK
- Aug 22, 2023 Balsamic Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- Aug 28, 2023 PORK & BOK CHOY HOISIN STIR FRY
- Sep 6, 2023 BULGOGI TACOS
- Sep 7, 2023 CRISPY BBQ SALMON BITES
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Ninja Creami Recipes
- Aug 9, 2023 3 Go To Ninja Creami Recipes
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Pasta
- Aug 11, 2023 CHEESEBURGER CHILI PROTEIN MAC
- Aug 24, 2023 Roasted Poblano and Jalapeno Crema Lasagna
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Pork Dishes
- Aug 19, 2023 STUFFED PORK CHOPS
- Aug 28, 2023 PORK & BOK CHOY HOISIN STIR FRY
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Salsas
- Aug 15, 2023 TOMATILLO AVOCADO SALSA
- Aug 18, 2023 ROASTED POBLANO & JALAPENO (COTTAGE CHEESE) CREMA
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Side Dishes
- Aug 14, 2023 SMASHED CUCUMBER AND RADISH QUICK KIMCHI
- Aug 16, 2023 COUNTRY STYLE GREEN BEANS
- Aug 23, 2023 Bacon Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
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Snacks
- Aug 9, 2023 3 Go To Ninja Creami Recipes
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Steak
- Aug 20, 2023 MY PERFECT MEDIUM RARE STEAK
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Sushi
- Aug 10, 2023 CRISPY AIR FRYER SUSHI BITES
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Tacos
- Sep 6, 2023 BULGOGI TACOS
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Vegetable Dishes
- Aug 16, 2023 COUNTRY STYLE GREEN BEANS
- Aug 23, 2023 Bacon Balsamic Brussels Sprouts