Restaurant Recipes
Maine Lobster Two Ways
Restaurant: Arterra | San Diego
Maine Lobster Two Ways presents a unique duo of lobster dishes on the same plate. The presentation is stunningly elegant: hot Poached Lobster with Satsuma Orange Essence on a bed of fennel puree with caramelized pearl onions, edamame, and baby carrots sits alongside a cold Salad of Lobster with creamy ginger dressing, petit arugula and fennel, with Satsuma orange segments. Quality ingredients, careful presentation, and close attention to detail—the fennel and Satsuma orange both appear in each dish, tying them together—make this dish an impressive feat. While an ambitious dish for a home cook, it is certainly doable, and more than rewarding when served.Chicken Chettinad with Saffron Rice
Restaurant: Masala | San Diego
Chicken Chettinad is a popular Southern Indian style curry dish that originated in the small village of Chettinad. It traditionally incorporates tamarind, pepper, and curry leaves, although in this version the tamarind is optional. Saffron rice is rice prepared with one of the most exquisite, and expensive, spices in the world. The golden color imparted by the saffron leaves makes this rice dish an elegant accompaniment to any curry. Serve this meal by passing the rice and curry separately alongside Indian flat bread such as naan or roti (available at Trader Joe’s and elsewhere).Bistecca Intagliata
Restaurant: Chianti | San Diego
This surprisingly quick and easy dish emphasizes quality and presentation. The steak is pan seared and then gently sliced and fanned across the dish before serving. By using minimal ingredients, this preparation allows the flavor of the meat to shine. The key is to use only the finest Angus beef as well as 100% extra virgin olive oil. Chef Genarro De Liso serves the dish at Chianti with seasonal vegetables and potatoes, however also suggests preparing a simple pasta accompaniment using the left over garlic olive oil from the pan as a sauce and maybe some red pepper flakes or sun dried tomatoes.Crab Cakes
Restaurant: Alize | Las Vegas
Chef André Rochat has made a career of preparing flawless French cuisine. Here he offers an elegant, sophisticated version of an American classic, the crab cake, that utilizes succulent Dungeness crab to create a dish that will bring any crab lover to their knees, submitting to its greatness. Among all the crab that's in the crab cakes, a healthy amount of red and yellow bell peppers are present, giving it a lovely flavor combination that will satiate appetites. This appetizer is a great opening dish for a refreshing lunch or a filling dinner. Pair with a light white wine if you're interested in an adult beverage to accompany this dish.OKONOMIYAKI (Japanese Pizza)
Restaurant: Yakitori Izakaya Tec Chan | San Diego
Japanese Pizza. Roughly translated, okonomiyaki is either "what you like" or "what you want", depending on who you ask. This savoury pancake dish can be prepared any number of ways, and like a traditional pizza, there is a slew of topping from which to choose. The dish consists of a batter mixed with shredded cabbage and a variety of ingredients.White Truffle Mac & Cheese
Restaurant: La Jolla Strip Club | San Diego
While the White Truffle Mac and Cheese is a mere side dish at the Gaslamp Strip Club--where steaks take center stage--the dish can certainly hold its own as a main course. Rich and creamy, with the unmistakable aroma of truffles, this decadent creation is a surprisingly easy dish to prepare.Thai Duck Soup with Smoked Duck and Shiitake Mushroom
Restaurant: Serenity Restaurant and Lounge | San Diego
From Executive Chef Josh Hernandez himself, this Thai Duck Soup is draws from all routes of Asian flavor, making for a robust and invigorating dish that entices taste buds with a matrimony of succulent smoked duck breast and fresh shiitake mushrooms paired with sweet and sour notes.Kona Coffee Crusted Ahi Tuna (Yellowtail)
Restaurant: Donovan's Prime Seafood | San Diego
The Donovan's name has a long legacy with everything that is beef. However, at Donovan's Prime Seafood, they are branching out to give patrons the same quality cuts and service like how to do at its other locations. Here is one of Donovan's notable entrees, the Kona Coffee Crusted Ahi Tuna. Ahi tuna, also known as yellowfin tuna, is found in pelagic waters of tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. In this dish the ahi tuna is coated with coffee spices then sear to rare. Simply and easy recipe, the Coffee Crusted Ahi Tuna is a great appetizer for any function.Cancun Shrimp Ceviche
Restaurant: La Fiesta | San Diego
The Cancun Shrimp Ceviche is one of La Fiesta's unique appetizers that takes the flavors of Mexico and mixes it with the aromatic seafood of San Diego. Chef Aaron Valenzuela adds extra spices and cilantro to give this recipe a much needed kick with mango slices for an extra sweet effect.Scallops in a Blanket
