Mama Sweet and Spice

Mama Sweet and Spice Hi, I’m Mama Cecel! Join me in my Cooking Adventures!
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I love to explore Asian to Western cuisines 🇺🇸🇵🇭
I enjoy making homemade seasonings, sauces and baked goods.

Easy Pasta with Broccoli A delicious and  creamy pasta recipe for you to try. Your family will surely love it. Recipe:1 ...
06/16/2026

Easy Pasta with Broccoli

A delicious and creamy pasta recipe for you to try. Your family will surely love it.

Recipe:
1 pound penne pasta (cooked according to instructions)
1/2 pound bacon (sliced)
2 broccoli crown (sliced)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:
Boil the pasta and set aside. Fried the bacon and set aside.
In a large pan, add oil and saute garlic. Add fried bacon. Add cream and Italian seasoning. Let it boils. Add grated Parmesan, pasta, broccoli and mix well. Let the sauce blends with the pasta and broccoli. Let it cook 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top. Ready to serve. Enjoy!

I love Korean Food!❤️❤️❤️This homemade recipe for Korean style Beef   tastes better than takeout!It was juicy, tender an...
06/16/2026

I love Korean Food!❤️❤️❤️

This homemade recipe for Korean style Beef tastes better than takeout!

It was juicy, tender and delicious.

Recipe:
1 pound beef 🥩
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
3 stalks green onions sliced

Marinade:
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 small apple shredded
1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes

Instructions:
In a bowl, add all the ingredients for the marinade. Set aside.
Sliced the beef in thin strips. Add it to the bowl and marinade for at least 30 minutes to 1 hr.

In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and fry the beef. Set aside the marinade juice.
Fry until brown and set aside.

In the same pan, add the marinade juice, let it boil and simmer then add the beef back to the pan. Mix well until the beef is coated with the sauce. Garnish green onions and sesame seeds. Served on top of rice. Enjoy!

****My version of Korean Japchae****

Japchae is one of my favorite noodle recipe. Everyone loves it and it’s a crowd pleaser. Sweet and flavorful!

Ingredients:
Beef and marinade:
1/2 pound beef flanks sliced in strips thinly
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp rice wine
1 tsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sesame oil

Noodles and veggies:
1 pack Korean sweet potato noodles
1 cup sliced carrots
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 cup sliced bell peppers
1 onions sliced
1 pack baby spinach, washed and sautéed
2 eggs beaten, fried and sliced

Sauce:
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey or sugar
2 tbsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp sesame seeds
*Oil for sautéing

Procedures:
Marinate the beef in a large bowl. Set aside for at least 30 minutes. So while waiting….

Mix the sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.

In a large skillet, add 1 tablespoon oil, saute onions till translucent. Add mushrooms and saute till tender. Set aside.

Add more oil and saute the carrots till tender. Set aside.

Add oil and saute the bell peppers till tender. Set aside.

Add oil, stirfry the spinach. Set aside.

Cook the noodles in boiling water until softened to its desired consistency. Coat with 1 tbsp oil and mix well. Set aside.

In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons oil and fry the marinated beef. Cook until tender. Set aside.

In a large bowl, add the cooked noodles. Then, add the stirfried veggies one at a time (mushrooms, onions, carrots, bell peppers and spinach). Then, sliced fried eggs and the fried beef. Pour the sauce. Mix well till combined. Garnish with extra sesame seeds. Enjoy!

Easy - Vietnamese Style Crispy-Spring RollsRecipe:1 pound chicken1 oz vermicelli noodles - soak in water fo 5 minutes (r...
06/16/2026

Easy - Vietnamese Style Crispy-Spring Rolls

Recipe:
1 pound chicken
1 oz vermicelli noodles - soak in water fo 5 minutes (rinsed)
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup green onions
1 medium size red onion diced
2 cups shredded cabbage
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 egg
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
25-30 pcs spring roll wraps

Steps:
In a large bowl, add all ingredients except the wraps and mix well.

Lay each spring roll wraps in a clean surface or plate. Add 1 1/2 tablespoon of filling. Wrap each spring rolls and seal with an egg wash or water. Repeat the process till done.

Video here: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17znLLibxp/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Ready to fry! Enjoy! Yum!

My Favorite Collection of Homemade SaucesSTIR FRY SAUCE1/4 cup light soy sauce3 tablespoons oyster sauce1 tablespoon ric...
06/15/2026

My Favorite Collection of Homemade Sauces

STIR FRY SAUCE
1/4 cup light soy sauce
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 tsp sesame oil

SATAY SAUCE
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 whole lime- juice
2 tbsps red curry paste
1 tsp honey or sugar

SWEET & SOUR
1 cup pineapple juice
2 tbsp rice vinegar
3 tbsp ketchup
1/4 cup white sugar
1 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp water+
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp black pepper

GENERAL TSO
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 teaspoon pepper flakes
3/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch

YUM YUM SAUCE
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon mirin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

APRICOT DUCK SAUCE
1 cup apricot jam
1 thsp soy sauce
3 tbsp rice vinegar
1 clove minced garlic
1 tsp minced ginger
1/4 tsp chili flakes
1 TBSP chili sauce

Easy Banana BreadThis recipe make a large loaf bread. Recipe:4 ripe bananas3 eggs1/2 cup salted butter1/4 cup unsweetene...
06/15/2026

Easy Banana Bread

This recipe make a large loaf bread.

Recipe:
4 ripe bananas
3 eggs
1/2 cup salted butter
1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 tsp cinnamon powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
2 cups flour

Steps:
Preheat oven to 350F.
Mix all wet ingredients in a large bowl. Then, add in dry ingredients. Mix well until combined. Pour in a loaf pan. Bake at 350 F for 50-60 minutes till golden brown on top. Enjoy! Yum!

Make your own seasoning for seafood boilHomemade Old Bay Seasoning mix:2 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon dry mustard powder...
06/15/2026

Make your own seasoning for seafood boil

Homemade Old Bay Seasoning mix:
2 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
2 tablespoons celery sali
1/2 teaspoon ground black peppe
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground clove
1/4 teaspoon cardamom
1 tablespoons ground bay leaves

Cajun Seasoning:
2 tbsp paprika
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper

Seafood Boil Sauce:
1 cup butter
8 cloves minced garlic
1/2 onion diced
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)

Double Chocolate Banana BreadSuper moist and taste delicious. You will surely love this bread.Recipe:3 ripe bananas2 egg...
06/15/2026

Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Super moist and taste delicious. You will surely love this bread.

Recipe:
3 ripe bananas
2 eggs
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup apple sauce
1/2 cup salted butter melted
1/2 cup dark cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 and 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 cup chocolate chips (divided)

Steps:
In a bowl, add mashed bananas, eggs, sugar, apple sauce & melted butter. Mix well or use a be**er. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix all the dry ingredients. Whisk well, then add to the bowl with the wet ingredients. Add 1 cup of chocolate chips. Mix with a spatula.
Pour the mixture in the loaf pan. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of chocolate chips on top. Bake at 350 F for 1hr or when the toothpick comes out clean. Enjoy! Yum!

Homemade Bread is the best!Blueberry Loaf Bread So fluffy, denser, and crunchy on the edges! It is delicious. I added mo...
06/15/2026

Homemade Bread is the best!

Blueberry Loaf Bread

So fluffy, denser, and crunchy on the edges! It is delicious. I added more eggs for a more protein filling.

Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter- softened
4 eggs
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp vanilla
3/4 cup sugar
11/2 cup flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 cups blueberries plus 1 teaspoon flour mix in

Steps:
Preheat oven to 350F. Grease a loaf pan and set aside.
In a large bowl, add softened butter, eggs, sugar, vanilla and Greek yogurt. Mix and combine till creamy. Add Sifted flour and baking powder. Mix with a spatula. Then, add blueberries. Fold in 2-3 times till combined. Do not over mix.
Pour into a loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes till golden brown on top and edges. Test with toothpick if it comes out clean. Let it cool before slicing. Enjoy! Yum!

Video here: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1BpWhiXzPF/?mibextid=wwXIfr

So good! ❤️❤️❤️Spicy Seafood in Garlic SauceSo easy and delicious seafood recipe for you to try. Recipe:10 oz shrimp cle...
06/15/2026

So good! ❤️❤️❤️

Spicy Seafood in Garlic Sauce

So easy and delicious seafood recipe for you to try.

Recipe:
10 oz shrimp clean and deveined
8 oz sliced squid (cleaned)
1 cup mussels
1/4 cup unsalted butter
5 cloves minced garlic
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
1/2 cup green onions slices

Steps:
In a large pan, add butter. Saute the garlic until fragrant. Add the shrimp, mussels and squid. Stirfry for about 2 minutes. Add oyster sauce, cajun seasoning and sweet chili sauce. Mix well till combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Garnish with green onions. Enjoy! 😉

06/15/2026

So easy and tasty

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