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Georgia’s Restaurant Soul-Delicious!

SOUL FOOD is crunchy, smothered in sauce, deep-fried, creamy, sweet mixed with warm spices and cajun influence that lingers in the back of your mouth or on the tips of your fingers. Food links all ethnic cultures because brings community back to the table. The month of February celebrates Black History Month. African Americans have contributed to all industries in American history. During this pandemic, it is important to support local restaurants but also Black-Owned Restaurants whom are not always recognized. Yesterday, I had lunch at Georgia’s Restaurant in Long Beach, California, where they provide delicious plates of SOUL FOOD. They have an outdoor patio with tables spaced at appropriate distances. I even had the opportunity to meet the General Manager Samuel McKinney and ironically the waitress and I share the same birth name but are spelled differently.

Georgia’s Restaurant provides pick-up and delivery options. This restaurant has two locations: Long Beach and Anaheim.

All Cajun seasoned French Fries.
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Cornbread served with Honey Butter.
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Glistening with Honey Butter.
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Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich served on a Ciabatta Roll with shredded lettuce, dill pickles & garlic mayo and a side of coleslaw.
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Lunch is served in the beautiful city of Long Beach.
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A sizeable portion of Peach Cobbler.
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The All seasoned Cajun French Fries had a crunchy exterior and coated thoroughly with the seasoning. Plus this dish offered a great portion in terms of sharing plates. The spread of honey butter across the inside layer of the cornbread added a softness to the bite. The choice of having the Shrimp Po’Boy served on a Ciabatta Roll, made the bite pleasurable for my sensitive teeth. The Cajun seasoning on the large shrimp with the garlic mayo tied in harmoniously after tasting the sandwich. The peach cobbler had a golden crust and plenty of large pieces of fruit. It was slightly dry in terms of the juice content of a cobbler, but overall it had the right amount of sweetness.

If you have the chance to check out Georgia’s Restaurant in either one of their locations, let them know HippieSrirachaGirl referred you. It was a pleasure to meet the respectful staff at Georgia’s Restaurant. Comment below on which dish you had the chance to eat. Next time, I’ll check out their Chicken & Waffle plate! Continue to support Black-Owned Restaurants. Every restaurant deserves a platform to be recognized.

Stay safe and viligant,

HippieSrirachaGirl

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Louisiana-Style Tilapia, a Summer Plate

A GUMBO that is what Louisiana is. We’re talkin’ a lil bit of each culture, we’re talkin’ a blend of various ethnic backgrounds to include: African, European, Native American and Caribbean, which later evolves into Creole and Cajun cuisine. We’re talkin’ spices. The spices that were attached to the cultures’ to each of these individual apron strings. Using these spices during the summer months will wake up your tastebuds with a burst of flavor on a fresh piece of Tilapia.

Hello Fresh has created a Louisiana-Style Tilapia dish, which includes a few simple ingredients for a friendly budget: Tilapia, Yukon Gold Potatoes, Carrots and Red cabbage. There is nothing better than pan fried fish. a touch of OLD BAY Seasoning and a fresh side of coleslaw with family and friends. As the people of Louisiana say, “LIVE TO EAT” and remember to respect the heritage of the food you eat.

Ingredients from Hello Fresh
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Chopped Mini Green Chile Peppers, Scallion Greens, Carrots & Yukon Gold Potatoes, Preheat oven at 425 degrees
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Toss Yukon Gold Potatoes with a drizzle of oil, sprinkle of paprika, black pepper and Pink Salt
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Golden Brown, cook for 20-25 minutes
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Coat Tilapia in OLD BAY Seasoning with sour cream, 1 TBSP of water, panko and cornstarch
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Fry Fish: 1/3 inch layer of oil in large pan over medium-high heat, 2-3 minutes per side
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Louisiana-Style Tilapia w/ Potato Wedges, Red Cabbage Slaw & Spicy Remoulade
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Top your Tilapia with your choice of Hot Sauce and your coleslaw with Scallion Greens! If you are interested in cooking this dish for a friendly budget dish during this summer of Covid-19, check you Hello Fresh!!!

Stay healthy and vigilant!

Thanks,

HippieSrirachaGirl

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Harissa Salmon & Broccoli, a North African Lunch

Harissa Salmon & Broccoli delivered from Martha & Marley Spoon, is a warm spicy tone of traditional North African spices. 30 minutes from prep to table. If you are looking for a meal with complex flavors, the Harissa Salmon & Broccoli with Almonds over a bed of Israeli Couscous is just what you are looking for. The flavor profile in this meal includes a combination of a variety of red chile peppers and an assortment of herbs.

Included in the kit is a recipe card that shares a tidbit of information on the dish. I learned Harissa paste is a staple of North African cooking cuisine and the peppers are packed with bold richness. In one bite you are transported to the lavish flavors of North African cuisine through this traditional spice that can be used in stews, curries, and roasted vegetables!

Ingredients from Martha & Marley Spoon
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Chopped garlic, sliced lemon, red onions and broccoli along with 2 teaspoons of lemon zest
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Add in 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the Israeli couscous over medium-high heat
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Continue to stir and cook until Golden Brown, 3-4 minutes
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Add in 3/4 cup water, chopped garlic, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of vegan butter (substituted for regular butter). Cook for 10-12 minutes, on low heat
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Toss vegetables in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and black pepper, cook time: 15 minutes at 425 degrees
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Season Salmon with 1 teaspoon of Harissa Spice and 1 tablespoon of olive oil
Pat dry before adding the seasoning
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Roasted vegetables & almonds along with cooked Salmon, cooked for 8-10 minutes at 425 degrees
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Harissa Salmon & Broccoli with Almonds over a bed of Israeli Couscous
with a lemon wedge on the side
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Dressing for the Salmon and roasted vegetables: of pinch of Harissa Spice, 1 tablespoon of oil, one wedge of lemon juice, a sprinkle of black pepper and I used a teaspoon of honey (substituted for white sugar).

Thank you Martha & Marley Spoon for this recipe. Simple ingredients with bold flavors, cooked on a cookie sheet pan in under 30 minutes!

Stay healthy and vigilant!

Thank you,

HSG

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Granny’s Kitchen Southern Style Soul Food – South Central L.A.

Comfort food provides a memory from either Momma’s, Auntie’s or Granny’s cookin’. The smells and sounds of this kitchen stimulated my families memory of group cooking. The sweet smell of baked sweet potato, to the peppery scent of braised cabbage to the crackling sound of catfish in the cast iron skillet. Arkansas is known for comfort food, one being Southern cuisine. Southern food is traditionally influenced by African Americans along with the Irish, the French, and Native Americans etc.

Owner Eric, brought the memory of his Granny’s cookin’ from Arkansas to Los Angeles, California. She taught him how to cook comfort food for the family, which then lead to him cooking for the community. My inquisitive mom, longtime friend Emmanuel and his mother joined me on this food adventure! The business sign on the outside of the restaurant pays homage to Eric’s Granny, she spirit continues to live within the soul of the restaurant. Walking into the restaurant, my eyes were fascinated by the walls covered in artistic messages from the community. People from all walks of life have passed through their doors and their names will last for years to come.

Platter 1

I ordered Platter 1, the baked wing platter, which comes with 4 pieces of chicken, two sides and a cornbread. This platter should have included a side a sweet potato yams because the sweetness from the yams would have definitely balanced well with the black eyed peas and cabbage. (Side note: their black eyed peas, cabbage and greens are not cooked with any meat (if you are vegan, this is your new spot!).

Platter 2

Platter 3

Platter 4

For Platter 2, Chef Eric cooked the catfish with just a sprinkle of seasoning and black pepper for my mom. He took the time to accommodate all 4 of us, we definitely appreciated his patience. Emmanuel’s first bit of the sweet potato yams was an experience, he tilted his head back, closed his eyes went to dreamland and said, “these yams are fire!”

Our food was hot, didn’t miss a beat. About 30 mins into our meal, the patrons started coming, one after another. It was great to see the community support his restaurant. Eric provided a comfortable environment plus great tasting comfort food for the Soul, what more can you ask for?! He even sat down with us for a conversation and we had the chance to understand his vision for the current restaurant, plus he will be opening up a new Granny’s Kitchen in Riverside, California!

For more information on this restaurant call at (323) 231-2141.

Check out Granny’s Kitchen Southern Style Soul Food instagram page! Location 5440 S. Central Ave, Los Angeles, Ca 90011. Find Parking on the street.

When you have the chance to check out this restaurant, let them know that its’s a HippieSrirachaGirl invitation!

If you are a Food Explorer leave a comment below on the dish you have tried.

Cheers,

HSG