No matter what the weather, your Memorial Day barbecue will go off without a hitch if you make these pork adobo tacos: if it rains, broil the pork in the oven, or fire up the grill if it’s sunny. Round out the week with a company-worthy (though surprisingly affordable) steak and asparagus, and simple spring vegetable lo mein. Get the week’s shopping list here (ingredients for suggested side dishes not included on the list).
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RecipeRoasted Adobo Pork Tacos
Because this sauce, with its hint of orange and garlic, is so good, you’ll want to keep it handy to try on shrimp, grilled tuna, or fried eggs. It also works well as a marinade. -
RecipeLeek, Chicken, and Rice Soup
The mellow sweetness of leeks mingles with smoky paprika to make this chicken soup perfect for a rainy spring afternoon.
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RecipeCrispy Fish Sandwiches with Wasabi and Ginger
Wasabi, ginger, and soy sauce give this otherwise typical fried fish sandwich a bright and spicy flavor. Look for tubes of wasabi paste near other Asian ingredients in the supermarket.
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RecipeGrilled Flap Steak and Asparagus with Béarnaise Butter
A compound butter packed with tarragon and shallot mimics the flavors of béarnaise sauce with much less effort. If you have any left over, try it on salmon or rice.
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RecipeSpring Vegetable Lo Mein
Mushrooms stand in for meat in this fresh version of a take-out favorite, and asparagus and carrots give it a decidedly spring feel. This dish is delicious on its own, but for a more filling main course, try topping each serving with a sunny-side-up egg or a piece of broiled soy-glazed salmon.
