Careme Recipes

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Oven-Roasted Ginger–Scallion Glazed Steelhead with Sautéed Bok Choy + Crispy Smashed Gold Potatoes

A bright, Pacific-Northwest feeling dinner: succulent steelhead with a punchy ginger-scallion glaze, plus quick-seared bok choy and crispy-edged smashed gold potatoes. It’s weeknight-fancy but totally doable.

Ingredients

  • Steelhead fillet (Fresh Farm Raised) 12 oz (for 2 servings) $8.99/lb (sale)
  • Spice World™ Fresh Peeled Ginger Bag 1 Tbsp ginger, finely grated $3.99 (7 oz)
  • Green Onions 2 green onions, thinly sliced (whites + greens separated) $1.50 each
  • Organic Baby Bok Choy 12 oz bok choy, halved lengthwise $3.99/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Gourmet Gold Potatoes 1 lb gold potatoes (about 3–4 medium), scrubbed $3.50 (24 oz)
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced $1.50 each
  • Pantry: soy sauce 2 1/2 Tbsp
  • Pantry: honey or brown sugar 1 Tbsp
  • Pantry: rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp
  • Pantry: neutral oil (avocado/canola) 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Pantry: sesame oil (optional) 1 tsp
  • Pantry: black pepper + kosher salt to taste
  • Pantry: red pepper flakes (optional) pinch

Instructions

  1. Prep: Heat oven to 450°F. Put a kettle of water on or fill a pot for boiling potatoes. Pat 12 oz steelhead fillet dry; lightly salt and pepper it.
  2. Cook potatoes: Add 1 lb gold potatoes to a pot, cover with cold water, and add 1 tsp kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer until a knife slides in easily, 15–20 minutes. Drain well.
  3. Make glaze: While potatoes cook, in a small bowl whisk 2 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp honey (or brown sugar), 1 Tbsp rice vinegar, 1 Tbsp neutral oil, 1 Tbsp grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and the sliced white parts of 2 green onions. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want heat.
  4. Roast fish: Line a small sheet pan. Place the 12 oz steelhead on the pan and spoon about half the glaze over the top. Roast at 450°F until just cooked through (125–130°F in the thickest part), 8–12 minutes depending on thickness.
  5. Smashed potatoes: When the potatoes are drained, set them on another sheet pan (or the same pan’s empty side if you have room). Smash each potato to about 1/2–3/4 inch thick using a mug. Drizzle with 1 Tbsp neutral oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast at 450°F until crisp and browned at the edges, 12–15 minutes (you can do this while the fish roasts—just pull fish when done).
  6. Sear bok choy: Heat a large skillet on the stove over medium-high. Add 1 Tbsp neutral oil. Place 12 oz bok choy cut-side down; sear until deeply browned, 2–3 minutes. Flip, add 2 Tbsp water, cover, and steam until tender-crisp, 2–3 minutes. Uncover and season with a tiny splash of soy sauce (or a pinch of salt) and 1 tsp sesame oil (optional).
  7. Finish: Brush the remaining glaze over the hot steelhead. Plate the steelhead with the crispy smashed potatoes and bok choy. Top with the sliced green parts of the green onions.

Health notes: ~700–850 kcal per serving (depends on potato portion and oil). High-protein, omega-3 rich; lots of micronutrients from bok choy. Keep it lighter by using less oil/butter and a smaller potato portion.

Drink pairing: Steelhead loves acidity and a little aromatics to echo ginger and scallion. Go for a crisp, citrusy white with moderate alcohol. Suggested styles: Dry Riesling; Sauvignon Blanc; Grüner Veltliner. Local-ish picks (WA): Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley); Charles Smith “Kung Fu Girl” Riesling.

Stovetop Pork Chops with Date–Balsamic Pan Sauce + Garlicky Lacinato Kale & Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Fast comfort food with a little date-sweetness and a lot of savory depth: juicy pork chops with a glossy pan sauce, plus garlicky sautéed kale and tender roasted sweet potatoes. Weeknight “Sunday dinner” vibes.

Ingredients

  • Boneless Pork Loin Center-Cut Chops 12–14 oz total (2 small chops or 1 large cut into 2) $7.29/lb (reg)
  • Bard Valley Natural Delights Whole Fresh Medjool Dates 4 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped $13.99 (32 oz)
  • Organic Lacinato Kale 1 bunch (about 8 oz), stems removed, sliced $2.99 (1 ct)
  • Red Sweet Potato 1 lb, cut into 3/4-inch cubes $2.29/lb
  • Jumbo Yellow Onions 1/2 large onion, thinly sliced $1.29/lb (sale)
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced $1.50 each
  • Parsley 2 Tbsp chopped (optional but great for finish) $1.69
  • Pantry: balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp
  • Pantry: Dijon mustard 1 tsp
  • Pantry: chicken broth or water 1/2 cup
  • Pantry: olive oil 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Pantry: butter (optional) 1 Tbsp
  • Pantry: smoked paprika or regular paprika 1/2 tsp
  • Pantry: kosher salt + black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep: Heat oven to 425°F. Cut 1 lb red sweet potato into 3/4-inch cubes. Thinly slice 1/2 large yellow onion. Mince 2 garlic cloves. Pit and chop 4 Medjool dates. Slice 1 bunch lacinato kale (stems removed).
  2. Roast sweet potatoes: Toss 1 lb cubed sweet potatoes with 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and black pepper. Roast at 425°F until browned and tender, 20–25 minutes, tossing once halfway.
  3. Season pork: Pat 12–14 oz pork chops dry. Season both sides with 3/4 tsp kosher salt and black pepper.
  4. Sear pork (stove): Heat a skillet over medium-high with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Sear pork chops until deeply browned, 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness). Transfer chops to a plate to rest.
  5. Build date-balsamic pan sauce: Lower heat to medium. Add the sliced 1/2 onion to the same skillet; cook, stirring, until softened, 3–4 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook 30 seconds. Stir in 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar and scrape up browned bits. Add 1/2 cup chicken broth (or water), 1 tsp Dijon, and the chopped 4 dates. Simmer until glossy and slightly thick, 3–5 minutes. Swirl in 1 Tbsp butter (optional) for richness. Taste and adjust salt/pepper.
  6. Warm pork in sauce: Return the pork chops and any juices to the skillet and spoon sauce over. Cook 1–2 minutes to rewarm and finish (aim for 145°F).
  7. Sauté kale: In a second skillet (or wipe out and reuse), heat 1–2 tsp olive oil over medium-high. Add sliced kale and a pinch of salt; sauté 3–5 minutes until bright and tender. Add a small splash of water if it starts to stick.
  8. Serve: Plate pork chops with date-balsamic onion sauce, roasted sweet potatoes, and sautéed kale. Finish with 2 Tbsp chopped parsley if using.

Health notes: ~650–850 kcal per serving. Solid protein, lots of fiber and potassium from sweet potatoes and kale. Moderate in saturated fat depending on chop thickness and added butter.

Drink pairing: The date-balsamic vibe (sweet + tangy) and pork pair beautifully with fruit-forward, medium-body reds or richer whites. Suggested styles: Pinot Noir; Grenache/GSM blend; dry/off-dry Chenin Blanc. Local-ish picks (WA): A WA Pinot Noir (Columbia Valley) or a Charles Smith red blend (if available).

Grilled Tri-Tip with Charred Hatch Pepper Relish + Fuji Apple–Cabbage Slaw

A backyard-style dinner even in February: grill-marked tri-tip with a quick charred hatch-pepper relish, paired with a bright, crunchy cabbage–apple slaw. Big flavor, minimal fuss, and totally different from the recent rotation.

Ingredients

  • Certified Angus Beef Tri Tip Steak (2 Steak per Pack) 12–14 oz tri-tip steak (for 2 servings) $11.99/lb (sale)
  • Fresh Hatch Peppers 2 hatch peppers, seeded and sliced $1.49/lb
  • Organic Green Cabbage 10 oz cabbage, thinly sliced $2.49/lb
  • Kroger® Fuji Apples – 3 Pound Bag 1 Fuji apple, julienned or thinly sliced $4.99 (3 lb)
  • Parsley 2 Tbsp chopped (optional for relish) $1.69
  • Jumbo Yellow Onions 1/4 onion, very thinly sliced $1.29/lb (sale)
  • Pantry: mayonnaise or Greek yogurt 3 Tbsp
  • Pantry: apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 Tbsp
  • Pantry: honey or sugar 1 tsp
  • Pantry: olive oil 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Pantry: ground cumin 1/2 tsp
  • Pantry: kosher salt + black pepper to taste
  • Pantry: lime or lemon (optional) 1/2, for finishing

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat grill to medium-high (about 450°F) and clean/oil the grates. Thinly slice 10 oz cabbage, julienne 1 Fuji apple, and thinly slice 1/4 yellow onion. Seed and slice 2 hatch peppers.
  2. Season tri-tip: Pat 12–14 oz tri-tip dry. Rub with 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin.
  3. Make the slaw: In a bowl, whisk 3 Tbsp mayo (or Greek yogurt), 1 1/2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey (or sugar), 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss with the sliced cabbage, apple, and onion. Let sit while you grill (it softens slightly and gets better).
  4. Grill the peppers: Toss sliced 2 hatch peppers with 1 tsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Grill in a grill basket or on foil until charred-tender, 4–6 minutes total, turning occasionally. Chop the peppers and mix with 1 Tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, black pepper, and 2 Tbsp chopped parsley (optional). Add a squeeze of lime/lemon if you have it.
  5. Grill the tri-tip: Grill the tri-tip 4–6 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until nicely charred and 130–135°F for medium-rare or 140–145°F for medium. Rest on a plate 8–10 minutes.
  6. Slice + serve: Slice tri-tip thinly against the grain. Serve with the hatch-pepper relish spooned over and the cabbage–apple slaw on the side.

Health notes: ~650–900 kcal per serving depending on tri-tip portion. High-protein and iron-rich; slaw adds fiber and vitamin C. Keep it lighter by choosing a 5–6 oz steak portion and going easy on oil in the relish.

Drink pairing: Char + beef + mild chile heat wants a red with fruit and spice but not tons of tannin. Suggested styles: Syrah (cool-climate); Malbec; Tempranillo. Local-ish picks (WA): A Yakima Valley/Columbia Valley Syrah (many WA producers excel here); if you see K Vintners or Charles Smith Syrah, they’re excellent fits.

Shopping list
  • Steelhead fillet (Fresh Farm Raised) 12 oz (for 2 servings)
  • Spice World™ Fresh Peeled Ginger Bag 1 Tbsp ginger, finely grated
  • Green Onions 2 green onions, thinly sliced (whites + greens separated)
  • Organic Baby Bok Choy 12 oz bok choy, halved lengthwise
  • Simple Truth Organic® Gourmet Gold Potatoes 1 lb gold potatoes (about 3–4 medium), scrubbed
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced, 2 cloves, minced
  • Pantry: soy sauce 2 1/2 Tbsp
  • Pantry: honey or brown sugar 1 Tbsp
  • Pantry: rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp
  • Pantry: neutral oil (avocado/canola) 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Pantry: sesame oil (optional) 1 tsp
  • Pantry: black pepper + kosher salt to taste
  • Pantry: red pepper flakes (optional) pinch
  • Boneless Pork Loin Center-Cut Chops 12–14 oz total (2 small chops or 1 large cut into 2)
  • Bard Valley Natural Delights Whole Fresh Medjool Dates 4 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
  • Organic Lacinato Kale 1 bunch (about 8 oz), stems removed, sliced
  • Red Sweet Potato 1 lb, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • Jumbo Yellow Onions 1/2 large onion, thinly sliced, 1/4 onion, very thinly sliced
  • Parsley 2 Tbsp chopped (optional but great for finish), 2 Tbsp chopped (optional for relish)
  • Pantry: balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp
  • Pantry: Dijon mustard 1 tsp
  • Pantry: chicken broth or water 1/2 cup
  • Pantry: olive oil 2 Tbsp, divided, 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Pantry: butter (optional) 1 Tbsp
  • Pantry: smoked paprika or regular paprika 1/2 tsp
  • Pantry: kosher salt + black pepper to taste, to taste
  • Certified Angus Beef Tri Tip Steak (2 Steak per Pack) 12–14 oz tri-tip steak (for 2 servings)
  • Fresh Hatch Peppers 2 hatch peppers, seeded and sliced
  • Organic Green Cabbage 10 oz cabbage, thinly sliced
  • Kroger® Fuji Apples – 3 Pound Bag 1 Fuji apple, julienned or thinly sliced
  • Pantry: mayonnaise or Greek yogurt 3 Tbsp
  • Pantry: apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 Tbsp
  • Pantry: honey or sugar 1 tsp
  • Pantry: ground cumin 1/2 tsp
  • Pantry: lime or lemon (optional) 1/2, for finishing

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