Arbuckle Creek

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  • How to build a trellis and plant a dragonfruit cutting

    PART 1 – STARTING A DRAGONFRUIT CUTTING1. Choosing the Right CuttingIdeal cutting sizeLength: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)Thickness: at least ½ inch (thicker = stronger plant)What to look forHealthy green colorNo soft spots, rot, or black patchesPreferably taken from a fruiting plantTip:Mark the top end of the cutting. Dragonfruit will not root if planted upside down.2.…

  • Grilled Steak with Longan Soy Reduction

    Ingredients (Serves 2)Steak1 lb flank, strip, or sirloin steak1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepperLongan Reduction¾ cup longan, chopped¼ cup beef broth2 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp brown sugar1 tsp rice vinegar Step-by-Step InstructionsRemove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.Rub steak with olive oil, salt, and pepper.Heat grill or cast-iron skillet to high…

  • Pan-Seared Fish with Longan Lime Glaze

    (Works well with snapper, cod, mahi-mahi, or salmon) Ingredients (Serves 2)Fish2 fish fillets (6 oz each)1 tbsp olive oil½ tsp salt¼ tsp black pepperLongan Glaze½ cup longan, finely chopped¼ cup coconut milk1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp honey½ tsp fish saucePinch of salt Step-by-Step InstructionsPat fish dry and season with salt and pepper.Heat olive oil in…

  • Pan-Seared Chicken with Longan Ginger Sauce

    Ingredients (Serves 2)Chicken2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–7 oz each)1 tbsp vegetable or olive oil¾ tsp salt½ tsp black pepper½ tsp garlic powderLongan Sauce¾ cup fresh or canned longan (drained if canned)¼ cup chicken broth1 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp honey1 tsp fresh grated ginger1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water Step-by-Step InstructionsPat chicken dry…

  • Pan Seared Fish with Guava Citrus Sauce

    (Great with mahi-mahi, snapper, cod, or salmon) Ingredients (Serves 2)Fish2 fish fillets (6 oz each)1 tbsp olive oil½ tsp salt¼ tsp black pepperGuava Sauce½ cup guava purée2 tbsp fresh orange juice1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp honey½ tsp grated fresh gingerPinch of salt Step-by-Step InstructionsPat fish fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.Heat olive oil…

  • Guava-Glazed Chicken Breasts

    Ingredients (Serves 2)Chicken2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–7 oz each)1 tbsp olive oil¾ tsp salt½ tsp black pepper½ tsp garlic powderGuava Glaze¾ cup guava paste, diced or ¾ cup guava purée¼ cup water1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp honey½ tsp soy sauce Step-by-Step InstructionsPat chicken dry with paper towels.Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic…

  • Grilled Steak with Dragonfruit Balsamic Reduction

    Ingredients (Serves 2)Steak1 lb ribye, strip, or sirloin steak1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepper Dragonfruit Reduction1 cup red dragonfruit, chopped2 tbsp balsamic vinegar1 tbsp brown sugar or honey1 tbsp water Step-by-Step InstructionsRemove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.Rub steak with olive oil, salt, and pepper.Heat grill or cast-iron skillet to high…

  • Grilled Fish with Dragonfruit Citrus Glaze

    (Works great with mahi-mahi, snapper, or salmon) Ingredients (Serves 2)Fish2 fish fillets (6 oz each)1 tbsp olive oil½ tsp salt¼ tsp black pepperDragonfruit Glaze¾ cup dragonfruit purée (blended fresh dragonfruit)1 tbsp honey1 tbsp fresh orange juice1 tsp lime juice½ tsp soy sauce Step-by-Step InstructionsPreheat grill or grill pan to medium heat.Brush fish fillets with olive…

  • Pan-Seared Chicken with Dragonfruit Lime Salsa

    Ingredients (Serves 2)Chicken2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–7 oz each)1 tbsp olive oil¾ tsp salt½ tsp black pepper½ tsp garlic powder½ tsp smoked paprika Dragonfruit Salsa1 cup red dragonfruit, small dice¼ cup red onion, finely diced1 tbsp fresh cilantro, choppedJuice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)⅛ tsp salt Step-by-Step InstructionsPat chicken dry with paper towels.Season…

  • Dragonfruit Steak Tacos

    Ingredients1 lb flank or skirt steakSalt, pepper, cumin (optional)Corn or flour tortillas1 dragonfruit, dicedPickled onionsCilantroLime crema½ cup sour creamJuice of ½ lime StepsSeason steak with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cumin.Grill or sear steak 4–6 minutes per side.Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.Make crema: Mix sour cream and lime juice until smooth.Warm tortillas…