1. Combine oil and mustard seeds, if using, in a large wok or heavy frying pan over medium-high heat. Cover (the mustard seeds will pop and splatter) and cook until you hear the seeds crackle, 1 to 2 ...

Flavorful fried rice with vegetables and a spicy cheesy drizzle on top. Main ingredients: rice, soy sauce, carrots, peas, ...

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Spread the cashews in a single layer on a baking tray and place in the center of the oven. Roast until golden (about 10 minutes), shaking the pan every now and then.

The secret to making fried rice that isn’t mushy is cooking the rice in advance, chilling it, and bringing it back to room temperature before frying. Also, long-grain and basmati rice tend to be dryer ...

I had a hankering for fried chicken last week. This happens about once a year. The chicken is delicious but — like all fried food — is best enjoyed in small doses and on rare occasions. Oftentimes, a ...