StreetSmart Kitchen
Hi! I am Sharon Chen, an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach helping you make healthy meal prep easier than ever with simple sous vide cooking, street-smart cooking tips, and easy recipes.
Crispy Tofu & Broccoli Stir Fry and Chickpea Salad with Kale
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, How has your new year been so far? Between the whirlwind of Christmas and New Year’s, and with my son's birthday, plus Lunar New Year just around the corner in February, I’ve been craving a little reset—something fresh, satisfying, but totally doable on a busy weeknight. If you’re feeling the same, I’ve got you covered. This month, I’m leaning into two of my favorite plant-powered recipes that are...
Your Answer to "What's for Dessert?"
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, I can't believe it's almost Christmas already...again! I used to view the holiday season as a nutritional minefield. Every party plate felt like a test of willpower, and saying “no thank you” to my mom's legendary sweet fermented rice wine with mini glutinous rice balls felt… well, slightly tragic. As a holistic health coach, I knew there had to be a sweeter way—literally—to celebrate without the...
The Silkiest Pumpkin Purée & 5 Ways to Use It
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, The temperature in Hong Kong finally dropped. I've busted out fuzzy blankets and temporarily stored away my summer clothes. How about you? Can you feel that crispness in the air wherever you are? I’ve fully embraced the pumpkin season in my kitchen, and let me tell you, the results have been nothing short of spectacular. I’m talking about a whole week of cozy, flavorful, and surprisingly simple...
Down for a challenge?
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, The weather is finally changing over here in Hong Kong. It's been hot for far too long. Depending on where you are, you might still be soaking up the sun. However, there's something about this time of year that calls for a reset—a cozy, comforting shift in our routines. And what better way to reset than with food? If you’ve been feeling the urge to get organized, ditch the takeout temptation, and...
A New 30-Minute Dinner Obsession
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, I have been creating a ton of personalized meal plans for my health coaching clients in Hong Kong. When I create healthy meals, I mentally run a checklist like this: It's packed with lean protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs to keep you feeling full and energized. It's delicious. It takes as little time as possible, ideally within 30 minutes. Guess what? This new Salmon Quinoa Bowl checks off all...
I'm back! And I brought 15-minute Chili Garlic Noodles 🍜
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, It’s Sharon from StreetSmart Kitchen. As a single parent, I've learned that some seasons require a different kind of focus. This summer, that meant pouring my energy into making memories with my young son and dedicating my time to a special project that is close to my heart (more on this later). I made the conscious choice to pause my regular posting schedule to be fully present for that. I'm now...
Sous Vide Whole Jerk Cauliflower
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, I was watching a MasterClass on brain health the other day, and James Beard award-winner Gregory Gourdet’s stunning oven-roasted Jerk Cauliflower recipe caught my eye. I immediately knew that I had to replicate it with sous vide. It would deliver that perfect tenderness, while a quick broiler finish would lock in the Chef’s signature jerk glaze. The result? A fiery, brain-boosting showstopper born...
Tzatziki: The 5-Minute Game Changer
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, Is it just me, or is summer practically begging us to keep things refreshing? Between the sunshine and the sudden urge for anything cool and creamy, my mind instantly goes to one hero: homemade tzatziki. Seriously, this cucumber-yogurt magic is summer on a spoon! This week, I’m bringing you a tzatziki triple-threat – the lightning-fast base sauce itself, plus two incredible recipes that let it shine....
Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Salad | Ground Beef Taco Salad Bowl 🥗
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, Hong Kong has officially entered its “sauna season” – 85°F with 90% humidity, and my hair has given up entirely. All I crave these days are crisp salads, chilled noodles, and meals that don’t require me to hover over a stove. Depending on where you are, you might not be melting into a puddle as I am. Keep this meal plan handy because it's not just for summer. It includes 3 recipes for breakfast,...
Vegan Quinoa Bowl with Tahini Dressing: Two Paths to Veggie Nirvana 🌱
SIMPLE COOKING WITH STREET-SMART TIPS & EASY RECIPES Mostly sous vide & low-carb. Hey Reader, Happy Spring! Ready to drop a recipe that’s equal parts nourishing, flavorful, and flexible? Whether you’re a sheet-pan loyalist or a sous vide skeptic-turned-enthusiast (trust me, I get it), today's Vegan Quinoa Bowl in StreetSmart Kitchen is your ticket to a vibrant, plant-powered meal. Look, I know quinoa bowls are everywhere. But this one? It’s got roasted pumpkin that caramelizes like a dream,...
Hi! I am Sharon Chen, an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach helping you make healthy meal prep easier than ever with simple sous vide cooking, street-smart cooking tips, and easy recipes.