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Chinese “Fake” Out

April 2, 2011 by DanicasDaily 8 Comments

Happy WEEKEND all!  I LOVE my Fridays because I get the chance to sleep in a little versus getting up at 5 AM and I get to actually take time to make breakfast.

I missed my Eggwiches ALL week long.  I actually even pondered making a CHEESY Sausage Eggwich using the 2 points+ Ginger, Pear and Turkey Sausage patties, but, it never happened.

The good thing is I knew EXACTLY what I wanted when I woke up and had time to make it.

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* 2 slices Trader Joe’s Fat Free Multi-Grain Bread (3 points+)

* 1 “fried” egg with sea salt & freshly ground black pepper (2 points+)

Side of organic berries.

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The Husband surprised me by bringing me a Venti Iced Dirty Latte (nonfat, decaf latte with 1 pump of mocha) ~ WOW, I had no idea I missed these so much…..I kept thinking as I was slurping away….it’s been wayyyyy too long (4 points+)

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My morning flew by as I got a ton accomplished.  The Husband was actually jealous that I had his favorite BLTA’s last week with TJ and said that he NEEDED one too Open-mouthed smile

I got my usual order from the Joy of Eating.  Side salad with Italian on the side (2 points+).

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Plus the BEST BLTA in the world ~ the secret is their homemade sweet bread.  Don’t mind the fries in the background.  I had ordered mine without but she brought them anyway.  I made sure to dump them on The Husband’s plate BEFORE I had any so I couldn’t mindlessly eat any.

Bacon+Lettuce+Tomato+AVOCADO = LOVE! (10 points+ estimate)

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After lunch we made a quick stop to see the newborn kittens they have at his shop.  OMG ~ I want them all, if only I wasn’t allergic to them. SO CUTE ~ they are all like the size of my hand.

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This is the Momma cat watching us intensely.  I can’t believe she had 7 kittens!

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I have been CRAVING Chinese food all week long and honestly pondered getting Panda a few times.  The Husband even said let’s just get take out last night ~ It’s Friday and the weekend is here…..but, I RESISTED and I am glad I did.

Dinner was inspired 110% by TJ’s Chinese Fake Out and honestly took me maybe 20 minutes max to make (translation ~ faster than I could drive to get take out!)  I included her recipes below with my “spin” on them (you know because I always have to dump the kitchen sink into my recipes too!)

“FRIED” CREAM CHEESE WON TONS

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INGREDIENTS

  • 10 Thin Won Ton Wrappers ~ I LOVE these New Hong Kong b/c you get 10 for 3 points+
  • 2 2/3 ounce Reduced Fat Cream Cheese
  • 2 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp water chestnuts, finely diced
  • Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (if you want some heat!)

INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Mix cream cheese, onions, water chestnuts in a small bowl.  Season to taste with sea salt, black pepper and crushed red pepper flakes

2.  Lay out 10 wrappers on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Spoon cheese mixture evenly (about 1 tsp on each)  among all 10 won tons-place in the center of wrapper.

3.  Using your finger or a pastry brush, dip into a bowl of water and wet 2 edges of the square. Fold over won ton and press with your fingers.

4.  Spray each won ton with nonstick cooking spray and bake at 400 degrees for 7-8 minutes- Keep an eye on these! Might need more time- They go from not ready to burnt FAST! :) Serve with sweet and sour sauce.

Makes 2 servings (5 Won Tons), 4 points+ each

NOTE: you can cut the points+ in half  making each serving 2 points+ if you use Fat Free Cream Cheese

Nutritional Information Per Serving

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Crunchy X’s 2 ~ Mini Organic Sweet Peppers

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VEGETARIAN FRIED RICE

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INGREDIENTS

  • 2 tsp. dark sesame oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, I use Trader Joe’s Frozen Brown Rice that cooks in 3 minutes
  • 1 1/2 cups thawed Frozen Vegetables, any type works ~ I used a combination of what I had on hand
  • 1/2 cup egg beaters
  • 1 Tbsp. Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/2 Tbsp. Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tsp. Sriracha Chili Sauce for some heat!
  • 2 green onions, diced

INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Heat a large skillet or wok  over medium heat.  Add oil and garlic cooking for 30 seconds.  Add in rice and toss /stir to mix & coat rice with oil/garlic. Add veggies and cook until heated through.

2.  Make a hole in middle of pan; add egg beaters and scramble until cooked. Stir entire pan, mixing egg into rice.

3.  Add soy sauce through sriracha, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is absorbed.  Remove from heat and stir in green onions.

Makes 2 HUGE servings for 8 points+

Nutritional information per serving

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Rounded out with some Leftover Steamed Green Beans with butter & garlic salt (1 points+)

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Believe it or not this totally CURED my Panda cravings ~ we LOVED it!  Thanks so much for the idea TJ – you are awesome!

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NEW AT FRIENDS FOR WEIGHT LOSS

* Shannon of Shannon’s Kitchen Creations shares her Chunky Chicken Enchiladas!

 

GIVEAWAY!!!

Two more days left to enter to Win Rocco’s new Now Cook This Book ~ it’s awesome!

Q’s

What is your all time favorite Chinese food?

I am definitely an appetizer girl ~ I LOVE Potstickers, Won Tons, Beef Sata Sticks and just about everything on the Appetizer platter.  Next up would be the NOODLES ~ Chow Fun and Chow Mein….then, well anything spicy….My list goes on.  I LOVE Chinese food.

FUN FACT ~ I actually worked in a Chinese Food restaurant while in college because I got FREE unlimited Chinese Food anytime I wanted it.  It made my mouth happy, but, it wasn’t so great for my bootie and thighs LOL Smile

I am SOOOOOO EXCITED!! We are heading to a Farmer’s Market & then for Sushi today ~ it’s been WAY TOO LONG!

My Moon Pie Recipe is coming up tonight too.  We have a busy day so I will see you all tomorrow…with my weekly menu and weigh in.

Have an awesome Saturday all!

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Comments

  1. 1

    Shannon says

    April 2, 2011 at 10:35 am

    I love crab rangoon

    Reply
  2. 2

    Melissa @ TryingToHeal says

    April 2, 2011 at 12:15 pm

    whoa to the max that dinner looks awesome! especially the fried rice! I’m going to need to make some for myself asap!

    Reply
  3. 3

    Marisa @ Loser for Life says

    April 2, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    Such yummy eats, Danica! You’re doing GREAT!

    I keep drooling over Shannon’s creations; I have to make one of them soon!

    Reply
  4. 4

    BroccoliHut says

    April 2, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    When I was a kid, my parents would let each of us kids choose one dish to order when we got Chinese take-out–I ALWAYS chose potstickers!

    Reply
  5. 5

    Roz says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:18 am

    Awww…..I just want to reach through my screen and pat those ADORABLE kittens!! While my hand is in there, I’d nab some of those cream cheese wontons!!! OMG, YUM!!!! Have a great Sunday Danica!!!

    Reply
  6. 6

    janetha @ meals and moves says

    April 3, 2011 at 3:30 pm

    i love your fake out meal!

    Reply
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    Christine says

    May 11, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    Finally made these cream cheese won tons tonight (with your chicken cilantro pot sticker veggie soup). The entire meal was a big hit! Thanks for sharing these recipes! 🙂

    Reply

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Whether she’s enjoying a dish at a local restaurant or whipping up a crowd-pleasing, nutritious meal at home, Danica has a passion for all things food. She believes in and follows the Weight Watchers principle of “all things in moderation” and chronicles her culinary adventures here. Besides sharing her daily eats and tasty, nutritious recipes, Danica connects others seeking a healthier lifestyle on her site and shares her travel adventures around the world.

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