You Are The Luckiest Person.

Did you know that you are one of the luckiest people in the world? Let's look at the reasons why you should be grateful for your life.

- You have food to eat, clothes to wear, a roof over your head, and a place to stay for the night. This seems simple, but you are richer than 75% of the people in this world. Many people are living in poverty, hunger, and without shelter (poverty in Africa has existed for more than 100 years).

-You have money to spend in your wallet, money to give to the poor, money to save in the bank. This shows you are among the 8% richest people in the world. You can spend on your needs and wants, as well as help those less fortunate.

- You woke up this morning and felt a little better than yesterday. This is a miracle because you are luckier than 1 million people who didn't make it through this week. You still have legs to walk every day; you have good health to work, study, play, and enjoy life.

- You have never experienced the dangers of war, the loneliness of prison, the pain of torture, or the hardships of hunger and thirst. This makes you happier than the 500 million people in the world who are going through this disaster (Ukraine and Russia war for two years now, Israel and Hamas). You can live in a safe, peaceful, and free environment (in USA).

- Your parents are still alive and happy together. This is a rare thing because compared to the rest of the world, your case is not much (I am an orphan, my father passed away more than 16 years ago and recently my mother also passed away). Having the love, care, and support of your family is the happiest thing.

In short, when you read this message, you can understand more about your life, which is so wonderful. Because I don't know how many people in the world this article can be shared with. This makes you happier than many billions of people in the world who never read anything. Maybe they are visually impaired, or they are living in an environment without freedom, without education to develop intelligence and knowledge.

You see, you are a very lucky person.  You should know how to appreciate and protect what you have. Spread your joy and kindness to those around you. Live with optimism and practice gratitude.

One-Bowl Banana Bread

Hi banana lovers! Do you have some overripe bananas lying around in your kitchen? Don't throw them away! You can use them to make this super easy and delicious one-bowl banana bread. Trust me, this is the best banana bread recipe ever. It's moist, sweet, and full of banana flavor. Plus, it only takes a few ingredients and one bowl to whip up. No mixer, no yeast, no hassle. Just pure banana goodness.

I hope you will enjoy this easy one-bowl banana bread recipe. It's perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. You can also freeze it for later or share it with your friends and family. They will love you for it. Happy baking!

Ingredients:

- 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)

- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter

- 1 egg

- 1/2 cup brown sugar

- 1/3 cup granulated sugar

- 1 tsp. vanilla

- 1 tsp. cinnamon 

- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

- 1/4 tsp. salt

- 1/2 cup roasted, chopped walnut

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

 

Equipment:

-9” X 5” loaf pan, greased and floured

Directions:

- Preheat your oven to 350° F and a greased and floured a 9” x 5” loaf pan.

- In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the oil, egg, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt and whisk well until combined.

- Sift the flour, baking powder, and baking soda over the banana mixture and fold gently with a spatula until no dry spots remain. Stir in the walnuts, if using.

- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

- Let the bread cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

- Enjoy your one-bowl banana bread with some butter, jam, or Nutella. Or just eat it plain. It's that good.

 

I hope you enjoyed this easy recipe and I'd love to hear from you.

 

Korean Cucumber salad

 If you love cucumbers and Korean food, you're in for a treat! This Korean cucumber salad is a simple but tasty side dish that goes well with any meal. It's crunchy, refreshing, and has a balanced sweet and salty flavor. Plus, it's super easy to make and only requires a few ingredients. Let me show you how to whip up this delicious salad in no time!

Ingredients:

- 1 English cucumber

- Salt (1 tsp)

Dressing:

- 1/3 cup soy sauce

- 2 tablespoons vinegar

- 2 tablespoons sugar

- 1 tablespoon Korean chili powder

- 2 green onions

- 1 teaspoon roasted sesame seeds

- 3 cloves of garlic, minced

- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced

-1 tsp sesame oil

Directions:

1. Wash the cucumber and slice it thinly, about 3mm thick. Sprinkle some salt over the cucumber slices and toss them well. Let them sit for about 15 minutes to draw out some moisture and make them crunchier.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, chili powder, sesame seeds, garlic, and ginger. This is your dressing for the salad.

3. Rinse the cucumber slices and drain them well. Transfer them to a large bowl and pour the dressing over them. Toss them well to coat them evenly with the dressing.

4. Refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Then, serve it on a platter and garnish with chopped green onions. Enjoy your refreshing and flavorful Korean cucumber salad!

Potato Corn Mushroom Cakes

If you are looking for a simple and delicious way to use up your leftover mashed potatoes, you might want to try making potato cakes. Potato cakes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and they can be customized with different ingredients to suit your taste. In this blog post, I will show you how to make potato cakes from scratch using fresh taro, corn, herbs, and mushrooms. This is a vegetarian-friendly recipe that is full of flavor and texture. I hope you liked this recipe for potato cakes with corn, herbs, and mushrooms. They are easy to make and very satisfying. You can experiment with different ingredients and spices to create your own version of potato cakes. Let me know in the comments if you try this recipe and how it turned out for you. You can enjoy these potato cakes as a snack, a side dish, or even a main course.

 Ingredients:

 - 2 large potatoes

- 1 corn cob, kernels sliced off

- 1 cup of assorted herbs (I used Chinese chives, scallions, and parsley)

- 2 tablespoons of butter

- 2 cups of chopped button mushrooms

- 1/2 cup of chopped white onion

- Salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and powdered sugar to taste

- 1/4 cup of cornstarch

- Oil for frying

 Directions:

 1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into small pieces. Boil or steam them for about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.

2. Add the butter to the potatoes and mash them with a potato masher or a fork. You can leave some chunks for more texture if you like.

3. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the mushrooms and onion for about 10 minutes, then add corn and cook until browned and soft.  Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to taste.

4. Add the herbs to the potato mixture and stir well to combine. Adjust the seasoning, if needed.

5. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the potato mixture and mix well. The cornstarch will help bind the potato cakes and make them crispier.

6. Shape the potato mixture into patties of about 2 inches in diameter. You should get about 12 to 15 patties depending on the size of your potatoes.

7. Heat some oil in a large wok or frying pan over high heat. Fry the potato cakes in batches for about 3 minutes per side or until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle some powdered sugar over them if you like.

8. Serve hot or warm with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them plain.

Should women love a perfect man?

How many perfect men are there? The answer is none. But that is not a reason for women to give up love, because love is not about perfection but about acceptance and understanding.

Women don't need to look for the perfect man; they just need to look for the most suitable man. The right man is someone who knows how to love you with all his heart, knows how to care for and share with you in every situation, knows how to respect and protect you, and knows how to encourage and support you to pursue your dreams.

Women also don't need to grow up too fast, or too early. Give yourself time to try and to err, to explore and to learn, to be happy and be sad, to love and to hurt. Don't rush to exchange your youth for an unworthy man.

Women also don't need to compare themselves with others. You are unique and special. You have your own strengths and weaknesses. You have your own values and potential. You can be confident and proud of yourself.

Women also do not need to pursue the delusional standards of the perfect man, because life is not a movie or a book. Life is truth and reality. You can't expect a man to have everything you want; you can only expect a man to have what you need.

Women should love themselves before loving anyone else. Know your worth before giving away your love. Believe in yourself before believing in anyone else. Live for yourself before living for anyone else. No matter who you have loved, the outcome is only the same. The person who stays with you to the end is true love. The happiest moment for a person is to find the right person, he will pamper you, tolerate your habits, and will love everything about you.

A smart man knows how to please his woman with the little things, making her not need to care about other men. However, do they honestly do these little things all the time? Girls, remember it's better to find a man who doesn't have too much money but freely gives money to you to spend; there's no need to find another man who clearly has a lot of money but he bets every penny with you. A man's bank account is not important; what matters is how much money he will spend on you.

 

There are some people you like but don't love; some people love you but are not compatible with you. If you want to know who loves you, don't believe by words but see by actions. See how he takes care of you. If you want to know if he is compatible with you or not, don't compare him with others, but compare his heart and soul.

 If a relationship doesn't make you more mature, unfortunately you've wasted your time. If that person really loves you, no matter what sacrifices he has to make, he will never give up on you. The type of person who only knows how to use words of love will actually become more and more cold towards you; they are just words of comfort. True love will bear sweet fruit.

Never hypnotize yourself to only need love without material things. In this world where everyone is sensitive to money, the person who is willing to give you money from their own sweat and tears will prove they truly love you, because stingy people only love themselves.

When you don't have a companion, even if you're lonely, you can still live happily; loneliness is a kind of realm. You can travel around the world alone, making different friends. You can also choose to go home immediately after work and enjoy your own life. Being alone is not scary at all. The scariest thing is, having companions but still feeling lonely.

How many perfect men are there? The answer is none. But how many women are worthy of love? The answer is a lot. So don't love a perfect man, but love someone who, when you love that person, you truly become a queen who can live happily, freely, and happily every day.

Thien Lan

Psychology today. This article is perfect for advising your teenage daughter

King Oyster Tonkatsu

 Hey, foodies! Today I'm going to share with you a delicious recipe that I came up with recently. It's a vegetarian version of tonkatsu, which is one of my favorite Japanese dishes. Tonkatsu is usually made with pork or chicken, but I decided to use king oyster mushrooms instead. They have a meaty texture and a mild flavor that goes well with the crispy coating and the tangy sauce. Plus, they are low in calories and high in fiber, so they are good for your health too!  To make this dish, you will need some king oyster mushrooms, which are also known as king trumpet mushrooms. They are large and cylindrical, with a thick stem and a small cap. You can find them in Asian markets or some grocery stores. You will also need some Vietnamese rice paper wrappers, which are thin and round sheets made from rice flour and water. They are used to make spring rolls or summer rolls, and you can also find them in Asian markets or online.  The trick to make this dish is to boil the mushrooms first, then slice them and score them with a knife. This will help them absorb the seasoning and the sauce better. Then you wrap them in rice paper wrappers, which will create a thin and crispy layer when fried. You can use any oil for frying, but I prefer peanut oil because it has a high smoke point and a neutral flavor.  After frying the mushrooms, you can serve them with tonkatsu sauce or soy dipping sauce. Tonkatsu sauce is a thick and sweet sauce that is traditionally used for tonkatsu. It is made from ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and other ingredients. You can buy it ready-made or make your own by following this recipe. The soy dipping sauce is a simple and savory sauce that is made from soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic, and chili. You can adjust the amount of sugar and chili according to your taste.   This dish is easy to make and very satisfying. It's perfect for lunch or dinner; you can serve it with rice, salad, or soup. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. Let me know what you think in the comments below. And don't forget to subscribe to my blog for more yummy recipes!

 

Ingredients:

3 king oyster mushrooms (10 oz.)

 Salt and ground black pepper

1 cups oil (for frying, or as needed)

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/3 cup water

1 egg (beaten)

 3/4 cup panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs)

3 Vietnamese rice rolls

Instructions:

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the king oyster mushrooms for 5 minutes. Remove and let them cool.

When the mushrooms have cooled, use the sharp knife to cut around the king oyster mushrooms in cylindrical shape to make one flat shape. Score the mushrooms.

Season the mushrooms with salt and pepper.

Dip the rice rolls in the water to soften, then wrap the mushrooms in a pocket. Use a toothpick to poke a hole in the pocket.

Mix flour with water and the mushrooms in it, shaking off any excess.

Break an egg and beat well then dip the mushrooms in the beaten egg.

Coat the mushrooms with panko breadcrumbs.

Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or large skillet over medium-high heat.

Fry the mushroom until golden brown on both sides.

Drain on paper towels.

Serve with tonkatsu sauce or Soy dipping sauce.

Noknead Hawaiian Pizza

 Ingredients:

 3 1/2 cups (18oz/497g) unbleached all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon dried yeast (I use instant)

2 teaspoons salt

1 1/3 cups (10 1/2floz/ 298g) water room temperature

2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

In a large bowl or a plastic container with a lid, add in the flour, salt, and yeast. Do not add the yeast and salt directly to each other as this can deactivate the yeast.

Mix all of your dry ingredients together well.

Mix the oil into the water.

Pour the water/oil mixture in all at once and stir with a wooden spoon or your hand, which is what I prefer so you can tell by the feel of the dough if you need more water early on. Adjust the water to your flour. Do not over-wet it.

Mix it until all of the flour is incorporated into the dough and is hydrated. You don’t want any lumps of flour left dry. You can see it will be a wet, soggy dough.

With a spatula, scrape the dough off the sides of the container to join the dough. Put the lid on the container tightly or cover your bowl with plastic wrap ensuring that no air gets into your dough as it rests. Air can cause the dough to form a skin which is not good for a dough.

Allow the dough to sit at room temperature and ferment for about 12-18 hours at cool room temperature. Or you can proof it for about one hour to get it moving and refrigerate it until you wish to use it.

 

The next day the dough will have more than doubled in size with lots of bubbles on top. Also, it will smell boozy and fermented. This is exactly what you want. Now you can use to make any kind of pizza that fits your taste.

 

Hawaian pizza ingredients:

4 oz. No-knead dough

Topping:

4 slices ham, cut into bite-size pieces

1/2 cup pineapple (I use the frozen one)

2 tbsp tomato sauce (I use the store-bought)

1 cup combination of cheese (your choice)

Dust your hands and the surface of the dough with a little flour, just enough to prevent it from sticking to your hands. Gently take out 4 oz. the dough and place onto a floured surface.

On a flat baking tray, dust it with flour or semolina. With floured hands, gently stretch your pizza dough to the size of the pizzs tray. You can also use a rolling pin to stretch it out. If you find the dough is springing back and is hard to stretch, then let it rest for 10 minutes on the board. Cover the pizza tray for 20 minutes then bake in the oven preheated at 450° for 10 minutes.

After about five partial bake the pizza spread on your sauce and add your topping.

Bake at 450F (225oC) for roughly 10 minutes or until the base is crisp and golden brown

Any dough that does not get used can be refrigerated or even frozen.