Why spend hundreds on a gourmet meal when you can enjoy delectable restaurant-quality meals in the comfort of your own home! Whether you are a foodie, a home cook or new to the kitchen these five standout recipes prove that you don’t need a culinary degree to enjoy a fine dining experience at home!
1. The Ultimate Crowd Pleaser – Shrimp Tacos
Spice up your day with some zesty shrimp tacos topped with fresh cilantro lime slaw. This bold flavourful dish from Gimme Some Oven is great for group self-assemble taco nights! You can also substitute shrimp with haddock, as this delicate melt in your mouth fish pairs perfectly with lime.
Ingredients
Tacos:
- 1 batch cilantro lime slaw
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 to 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- Fine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 8–10 flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
- 2 avocados, peeled, pitted and thinly-sliced
- optional toppings: chopped fresh cilantro, chopped red or white onion, sliced jalapeño or serrano peppers, crumbled cotija cheese, and/or lime wedges
Chipotle Crema Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayo)
- 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce (or 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Total Time: 40 Minutes
Yields: 8-10 tacos
Difficulty Level: Easy
2. Something the Kids Will Love – Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts
Who said gourmet meals are reserved for adults? This bacon-wrapped chicken breast recipe from the Food Network is a favourite among kids and kids at heart! The crispy savoury bacon creates a protective casing around the chicken keeping it juicy while the cream cheese and chive filling adds an extra layer of richness and flavour.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 small yellow onion, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Four 6- to 8-ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 slices of bacon
Total Time: 1 Hour and 5 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Difficulty Level: Easy
3. Impress Someone Special – Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb with Red Wine Sauce
Treat your special someone to a delicious meal right in the comfort of your own home! This Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb with Red Wine Sauce by Just a Little Bit of Bacon is the perfect choice for your next date night. Pair this dish with a full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, a Bordeaux, or a Pinot Noir for an extra bit of extravagance.
Ingredients:
Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 6 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, mint, sage, oregano, chives, or parsley
- 2 tsp lemon zest
Herbed Bread Crumbs
- 1 cup fresh bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, mint, sage, oregano, chives, or parsley
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- 1-2 tbsp dijon mustard
Red Wine Sauce
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 medium shallots, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup red wine, medium-bodied such as Merlot
- Kosher salt and black pepper
Total Time: 8 hours and 20 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Difficulty Level: Moderate
4. Quick and Easy- Sesame Crusted Seared Tuna
Who says you need to spend hours in the kitchen to get a great-tasting healthy gourmet dish? This flavour-packed Sesame Crusted Seared Tuna from All Recipes can be ready in under 15 minutes. Serve your tuna with some fragrant jasmine rice or a simple but fresh cucumber and tomato salad.
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- ½ cup sesame seeds
- 4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Wasabi paste
Total Time: 11 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Difficulty Level: Easy
5. Classic Sunday Night Dinner – Sunday Night Pot Roast
End your week off with this mouth-watering pot roast from The Stay-at-Home Chef! It is great for family dinners and tastes even better the next day as flavours develop overnight making it perfect for those busy Monday night dinners. This tender and hearty pot roast is infused with red wine and Worcestershire sauce, it elevates the natural sweetness of the vegetables and adds depth to the beef roast.
Ingredients:
- 1 3 to 5 pound beef roast chuck, round, or brisket
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 6 cloves minced garlic
- 1 to 2 cups red wine*
- 2 cups low sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 large white onions cut into 2 inch chunks
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 1 pound red potatoes cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
Total Time: 3 hours and 15 minutes
Serves: 8 people
Difficulty Level: Moderate
A gourmet meal can turn a boring day into something special, treat yourself or your loved ones to one of these five show-stopping dishes! These recipes prove that you don’t need to go to a fancy restaurant to experience fine dining.
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