Copycat RECIPES
LIFESTYLE
Eat, Drink & Be Merry
RESTAURANT FAVORITES TO RECREATE AT HOME BY MEGAN ZINGER
Going out to eat can be fun, but if you’re like me and feel guilty spending money when there is food at home, it is time to improvise. While it may be convenient just to pick something up, there are so many copycat recipes online to make your favorite food at home that can save you money!
Plus, by cooking at home, you can control what goes into your food and make any modifications to your liking. For example, swapping out mayonnaise for plain Greek yogurt is a simple, healthy substitute. So, in the end, copycat recipes may end up being a bit healthier than the original dish—win-win!
Bang-Bang Shrimp from Bonefish Grill COURTESY OF THE COOKIE ROOKIE INGREDIENTS
1 lb. shrimp 26-30, peeled & de-veined 6 bamboo skewers, optional 1/2 cup Bang Bang Sauce (see to the right) 2 Tbsp. chopped green onions sliced at an angle
BANG-BANG SAUCE 4 Tbsp. plain Greek yogurt 3 Tbsp. sweet chili sauce 1 tsp. Sriracha sauce
DIRECTIONS
1.
If using skewers, place shrimp in a shallow baking dish and cover them with water and soak them 10 minutes prior to using. 2. Pour half the sauce in a smaller bowl to use as a dipping sauce. Set aside. 3. If using skewers, thread 4-5 shrimp on each and brush the remaining
sauce over the shrimp. 4. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil onto the skillet or griddle and place the shrimp in the skillet. 5. Cook the shrimp 1-2 minutes per side, or until shrimp is opaque. Adjust the cooking time if using
different size shrimp. 6. Transfer shrimp to a serving dish and brush lightly with the reserved sauce. Garnish with extra chopped green onions. 7. Serve immediately, with a dollop of dipping sauce, on the side.
Chuy’s Tex-Mex Creamy Jalapeño Dip COURTESY OF OUR VERY OWN PUBLISHER, SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG INGREDIENTS
1 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup sour cream 1-4 oz. can chopped jalapeños
1-4 oz. can chopped green chiles 1/2 tsp. garlic, minced 1/3 cup chopped cilantro ¼ cup lime juice 1-1 oz. packet of dry ranch dressing mix
DIRECTIONS
1.
28 MARCH 2022
Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor and process until smooth.
2. Refrigerate any leftovers.
