Liam Tran

Liam Tran
Liam Tran
Restaurant Favorites & Flavorful Sides at Home

119+ recipes by Liam – Recreating your favorite dining-out dishes and sides in your own kitchen.

About Me:

Meet Liam Tran

I'm Liam, the guy who analyzes every bite when I go out to eat. I love the bold, punchy flavors of restaurant cooking—the "wok hei" of fried rice, the perfect sear on a steak, the addictive sauces. My mission is to bring that excitement into your home kitchen, demystifying the techniques that professional chefs use.

My Culinary Philosophy

My Background & Expertise

Growing up in a food-obsessed family and working briefly in kitchens during college gave me a respect for technique and speed. Now, I apply that knowledge to help home cooks level up their game. Whether it's a quick stir-fry or a slow-simmered sauce, I'll show you the shortcuts that actually work.

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Peruvian Plantains in 20 Minutes

Peruvian Plantains in 20 Minutes

4.00 (1 Ratings)

Overripe plantains, butter, and sea salt make these Peruvian Plantains. This guide to nailing the texture takes just 20 minutes for a sweet side.

Peruvian Rice: Arroz Chaufa

Peruvian Rice with Chicken

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Chicken, eggs, and fresh ginger flavor this Peruvian Rice. See what each ingredient does to create a savory, charred meal in 25 min.

One-Pot Arroz Con Pollo: Golden Rice

Arroz Con Pollo One-Pot: Golden

4.00 (1 Ratings)

Looking for a comforting Arroz Con Pollo? This one-pot meal creates golden rice and crisp chicken, and our guide on what makes this work explains why.

Smoky Peruvian Charcoal Chicken

Crispy Peruvian Charcoal Chicken

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Use a two-zone grilling method to keep the meat juicy in this Peruvian Charcoal Chicken. It includes a step-by-step cooking guide and takes 5 hours.

Black Pepper Boursin: Sharp and Creamy

Black Pepper Boursin in 10 Minutes

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Want a rich Black Pepper Boursin at home? This 10-minute spread is creamy and sharp, and our ingredient breakdown explains why these two cheeses work.

Creamy Rosemary Black Garlic Cheese Spread

Black Garlic Cheese Spread: Creamy

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Ready in 1h 10min, this Rosemary Black Garlic Cheese Spread is rich and savory. It includes a guide on what each ingredient does for a bistro-style result.

Crispy Fried Boursin Balls

Fried Boursin Balls for 20 Servings

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Cheese often leaks into oil when frying. Fried Boursin Balls use a double chill method to stay molten inside, seen in the From Prep to Plate section.

Creamy Boursin Baked Ziti

Boursin Baked Ziti in 30 Minutes

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Includes an ingredient swap table for custom flavors. This Boursin Baked Ziti is for those who need a rich, cheesy meal that comes together fast.

Boursin Fig Dip with Hot Honey

Boursin Fig Dip in 5 Minutes

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Party hosts will love this Boursin Fig Dip. Includes a helpful ingredient role table to ensure a creamy and salty result for every guest.

Creamy Boursin Orzo Bake

Creamy Boursin Orzo Bake

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Home cooks needing a cozy dinner will love this Boursin Orzo. Includes a quick specs section to ensure a rich, restaurant-style result every time.