Recipes - Cajun Chef Ryan

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Salsa and a Contest

January 20th, 2010 · 32 Comments

I have been making this salsa recipe since 1988, when I learned from a pro who had worked in Mexican restaurants, and have been tweaking it ever since.

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Tags: Contests · Mexican · Recipes

Florentine Omelet

January 19th, 2010 · 22 Comments

One of the benefits of the 2040 St. Charles Avenue location is that during Mardi Gras it is the main parade route for all Uptown Krewe’s

In New Orleans when you order a sandwich the counter person will ask if you want it “dressed”. This is the local colloquialism for “would you like it with lettuce, tomato, pickles and mayonnaise”, you see, “dressed” just sounds better and is so much easier to say. I am not sure historically how this term came to be, but it has been and is still the way to order your sandwich in New Orleans.

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Tags: Cajun · Recipes · sandwich · Seafood · Weight Watchers

Burgers with Blackened Barbeque Rub

January 14th, 2010 · 26 Comments

I use ground chuck because, to my taste, it’s moist enough to serve on a toasted bun without additional sauces. However, I recommend serving mayo or remoulade on the side in case your guests like it extra juicy.