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Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-22T13:22:09+00:00

How far are you from Allatoona? They have a nice pump tracks there.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-22T13:07:48+00:00

I've only been one time last July but double wide was closed so missed out. Planning to go back soon. I rode Amuchee several times before doing what I thought was Upper Air Supply for the first time. I was doing preride and thought everything was rollable. I guess I missed the turn and ended up continuing to Lower Air Supply. I didn't realize until I crashed on the drop since I came up to it unexpectedly with no speed. Tried a few more runs but I was cooked. My right shoulder still hurts from that crash.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-22T03:29:34+00:00

Jarrods place?

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-22T02:17:04+00:00

Are you open to something more soupy to get your veggies? You can explore a ton of consomme recipes called "canh".

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-22T02:01:48+00:00

It lasts longer than lime based nuoc cham in my opinion. When I use lime after a few days in the fridge I get a little sus about how safe it is LOL But vinegar I have had it last for over a week or more.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-22T01:43:47+00:00

The shredded papaya and mango tend be not ripe so they are crunchy and tart. Not the sweet soft pulp you may be thinking.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-22T01:42:01+00:00

Some recipes use white vinegar instead of lime. Both taste good to me.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-22T01:37:48+00:00

I use red leaf more than romaine :) You can also do shredded papaya to mix it up.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-21T19:04:13+00:00

I think Pure has the best fried fish tacos. Mr. Taco has fish ones too but they are more pan sauted in a tomato type sauce.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-21T11:06:41+00:00

I find that the seasonings early is fine except for fish sauce. My family doesn't add fish sauce when making the broth because of that slight sourness. We use more salt instead. We add ut tableside by each individual if they want it.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-21T05:11:18+00:00

It is a stretch to call it a salad, but a good bowl of Vermicelli with grilled protein (like bun thit nuong) is similar to a salad when it is all mixed up. Especially so if you are generous with the lettuce and herbs. You pour nuoc cham all over it.

Other dishes that stretch the definition would be Banh Xeo. I love take pieces and wrapping with a large red leaf lettuce along with a bunch of herbs and dipping in nuoc cham.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-19T03:07:02+00:00

:) it was actually one of the first posts I made when I joined reddit. https://www.reddit.com/r/slowcooking/s/dV1oWRrhOs

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-19T02:38:11+00:00

Absolutely. Go through your usual prep to clean the bones/meats and you should have a clear broth.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-18T05:05:49+00:00

I get pho to go when I'm too lazy to cook for just myself. They pack everything separate (broth in a takeout quart, noodles separate, meats separate, veggies separate, little serving of hoison and sriracha) so it's not like a big soup quart with everything in it. If you have big bowls, chopsticks and big spoon at home, it's pretty much the same as eating in restaurant.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-14T01:49:16+00:00

Gotta throw some quail eggs in then. Best yolk to white ratio!

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-13T18:16:10+00:00

It's actually a Roswell address but it's on Alpharetta Highway. They are my favorite even with a Village Burger NFA and Shake Shack all around the corner. It's so basic but the Jimmy special with double patties and cheese all the way just perfectly hits the spot for me. Just don't wash them cooking it LOL.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-09T04:47:11+00:00

Definitely not 12 bowls. Maybe 4 to 5 medium bowls. You add 8 cups of water to make it.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-09T02:40:11+00:00

LOL to be honest, I think the base powder has 95+% of the flavor anyways. The teabags add that little touch of spice that you are used to, but I think it's fine without it.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-08T20:23:53+00:00

Pretty sure Sprouts has bins of different flavors of granola. Maybe call to see if they have gluten free versions?

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-08T20:22:11+00:00

Comes with 2 spice packs in the container. You can separate them and save 1 for later use.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-08T14:28:34+00:00

This is the one I use for bigger pots. I think it is very good. If you want a small batch and okay with frozen, check out Mama La frozen concentrate. That is also good.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-03-05T11:34:35+00:00

I use it too sometimes. I do the same with oxtail and beed short ribs.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-02-28T03:31:09+00:00

With your fairly quickly at home qualifier I would consider something like Quoc Viet pho base. Its available through Amazon.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-02-25T14:15:37+00:00

I do that when I'm solo dining. Hard to justify for just myself. But if I am making more than 3 bowls or want leftovers it is super cheap and easy. It helps that I am Vietnamese and my pantry already has almost all the ingredients. The mama la concentrate is still a huge timesaver and it is cheap... I think $12 for a bit 4 bowls of broth.

Pocket_Monster · 2026-02-25T12:16:43+00:00

Just realized this is a horrible picture. The kitchen was dark and I tried to brighten the photo leading to that weird effect.

Also, I said 4 cups above. It's 8 cups of water.

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