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Behind Flavor File
Hi, I’m Mia Oku!

Mia’s Flavor File began as a way for me to collect the meals my husband and I love, so I could easily return to them whenever I needed inspiration or forgot what I did the first time. Let’s be honest, sometimes a meal comes out amazing, and then you can’t remember a single thing you added!
Now, I’m excited to share those recipes and ideas with you. Whether you are brand new to cooking and need beginner-friendly guidance, or you are an experienced cook looking for fresh inspiration, welcome to my page.
Mia’s Flavor File will continue to grow as my husband and I try new meals, discover new flavors, and create memories in our home. Have an idea, a suggestion, or simply want to chat? Feel free to send me a message.
I’m so excited for the food journey we’ll be taking together. And remember, the secret ingredients are always love and Adobo 😉
The collection
The favorites we keep making
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What you need
- Scrambled Eggs or Over-Easy Eggs
- 2 eggs
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp milk, optional for creamier scrambled eggs
- ¼ cup shredded Gouda, Muenster, Swiss, or Cheddar cheese, optional
- Cooking spray or 1 tsp butter
- Optional Scrambled-Egg Mix-Ins
- Diced ham
- Chopped salami
- Crumbled cooked bacon
- Crumbled cooked breakfast sausage
- Bacon
- 4–6 slices bacon
- Breakfast Sausage
- 2–4 frozen or refrigerated breakfast sausage patties
- Optional Sides
- Buttered toast
- Fresh fruit
- Hash browns or home fries
- Bisquick Pancakes
Cooking timeline
- 0:00SCRAMBLED EGGS — Prepare
Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add the milk, if using, along with salt and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- 0:02SCRAMBLED EGGS — Add mix-ins
If using cooked ham, salami, bacon, or breakfast sausage, stir it into the eggs before cooking.
- 0:03SCRAMBLED EGGS — Heat the pan
Heat a nonstick skillet over low heat and coat it with cooking spray or butter.
- 0:04SCRAMBLED EGGS — Cook
Pour in the eggs and gently fold them with a silicone spatula as they cook until softly set.
- 0:07SCRAMBLED EGGS — Add cheese
If using cheese, sprinkle it over the eggs during the last minute of cooking and fold until melted. Remove the eggs from the pan immediately and serve.
- 0:00OVER-EASY EGGS — Heat the pan
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and coat it with cooking spray or butter.
- 0:02OVER-EASY EGGS — Cook
Crack the eggs into the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook until the whites are set and the edges begin to firm, about 2–3 minutes.
- 0:05OVER-EASY EGGS — Flip
Carefully flip the eggs. Cook for 20–30 seconds for a runny yolk, 45–60 seconds for a classic over-easy yolk, or 1½–2 minutes for a firmer yolk.
- 0:06OVER-EASY EGGS — Add cheese
If using cheese, place it on top immediately after flipping and let it melt. Serve immediately.
- 0:00BACON — Start cold
Place the bacon strips in a cold skillet in a single layer. Turn the heat to medium.
- 0:02BACON — Cook
Cook the bacon, turning occasionally, until it reaches your preferred texture. For soft and chewy bacon, cook for about 8–10 minutes. For crispier bacon, cook it for a few minutes longer.
- 0:10BACON — Drain
Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
- 0:00BREAKFAST SAUSAGE — Cook
Cook the sausage patties according to the package directions. Most breakfast sausage patties cook over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- 0:15Serve
Fill your plate with scrambled eggs or over-easy eggs, bacon, breakfast sausage, or both. Add optional sides such as buttered toast, fresh fruit, hash browns, home fries, or Bisquick Pancakes. Enjoy!
Trust Me on This: Cook scrambled eggs over low heat for a soft, fluffy texture. For soft and chewy bacon, start with a cold skillet and remove the bacon while it is fully cooked but still flexible.
What you need
- ISLAND STYLE PORK CHOPS
- 2 bone-in pork chops
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp garlic paste
- 1 tsp Goya Adobo
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper (about 12–15 cracks)
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
- FOR COOKING
- 1–2 tsp avocado oil
- FOR FINISHING
- A few drops of lime juice
- Himalayan pink salt, to taste (optional)
- CITRUS HERB CAULIFLOWER RICE
- 1 bag frozen cauliflower rice
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- ½ tsp Goya Adobo
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ⅛ tsp dried thyme
- ⅛ tsp smoked paprika
- 6–8 cracks freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Cooking timeline
- 0:00Make the marinade
In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp avocado oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp garlic paste, 1 tsp Goya Adobo, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp onion powder, 12–15 cracks of freshly cracked black pepper, and the optional cayenne.
- 0:05Coat the pork chops
Coat the pork chops well with the marinade on all sides. Cover and place them in the refrigerator.
- 1:00Turn the pork chops
Halfway through marinating, flip the pork chops or spoon the marinade over the top.
- 2:02Bring to room temperature
Remove the pork chops from the refrigerator about 15–20 minutes before cooking.
- 2:20Heat the skillet
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1–2 tsp avocado oil.
- 2:22Cook the first side
Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting the excess drip off before placing them in the skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes without moving them.
- 2:28Cook the second side
Flip the pork chops and cook for 5 minutes.
- 2:33Cover and finish cooking
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for another 2–4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- 2:37Rest the pork
Transfer the pork chops to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- 2:38Prepare the skillet
If needed, wipe out or wash the skillet to remove any burnt seasoning. Heat the skillet over medium and add 1 tbsp avocado oil.
- 2:39Add the cauliflower rice
Add the frozen cauliflower rice to the skillet.
- 2:40Season the cauliflower rice
Add ½ tsp Goya Adobo, ¼ tsp oregano, ⅛ tsp thyme, ⅛ tsp smoked paprika, and 6–8 cracks of freshly cracked black pepper.
- 2:41Cook the cauliflower rice
Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the moisture has evaporated and the cauliflower is tender.
- 2:49Add the citrus finish
Turn off the heat and stir in 1 tbsp lime juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- 2:50Finish the pork
Add a few drops of lime juice over each pork chop. Finish with a light sprinkle of Himalayan pink salt, if desired.
- 2:51Serve
Spoon the cauliflower rice onto each plate. Top with the pork chops and spoon any juices from the resting plate over the pork before serving.
Trust Me on This: A few drops of lime juice and a sprinkle of Himalayan pink salt at the end make all the difference.
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Mia’s kitchen essentials
Flavorful Pantry Staples
The seasonings, flavor boosters, and cooking oils that show up throughout Flavor File.
- Seasonings
- Goya Adobo
- Goya Sazón with Coriander and Annatto
- Goya Perfect Seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Paprika
- Black pepper
- Cayenne pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Dried oregano
- Dried thyme
- Cumin
- Turmeric
- Curry powder
- Flavor boosters
- Garlic paste
- Minced garlic
- Chicken and beef bouillon
- Soy sauce
- Cooking oils
- Olive oil
- Avocado oil
Plan before you shop
Grocery List
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Produce
Meat + Seafood
Dairy + Eggs
Pantry + Canned Goods
Spices + Sauces
Frozen
Bread + Grains
Other
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