Recipes, Spice Blends |
October 08, 2016
Janissary Spice Blend
This blend originates in Istanbul’s spice market (Misir Carsis). It has a bright and rich almost meaty flavor. The name refers to the Sultan’s elite military group conscripted at children...
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Kiwi Salsa with Cumin & Curry
Ingredients 6 kiwis, peeled and diced 1 small onion, diced 1 jalapeno pepper, diced 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon honey 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon...
Recipes, Spice Blends |
October 08, 2016
Paprika Salt Blend
1 TBS celery salt 1 TBS garlic salt 1 TBS onion salt 1/2 tsp smoked hot paprika
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Brussels Sprouts with Shichimi Togarashi
For brussels sprouts 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Recipes, Soups |
October 08, 2016
Fish Chowder
Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups chopped onion 1 -2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 stalk celery, chopped 4 cups chicken stock 4 cups diced potatoes 1 ear of fresh...
Recipes, Soups |
October 08, 2016
Peruvian Shrimp & Potato Chowder
Chupe de Camarones – Shrimp and Potato Chowder This hearty chowder is a favorite in Peru, where it is often made with crayfish. The typical preparation is to boil the...
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Missir Wat, Red Lentils with Berebere
Ingredients 1/3 c. oil 1/2 large onion, chopped 2-3 tbsp. berbere 1/2 14 oz. can diced tomatoes 3 c. water, plus extra on hand 2 c. split red lentils, rinsed...
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Candied Bacon
Bourbon Smoked SugarChili Powder of choice (Chipotle for heat; Ancho for mild chili flavor)Bacon — thick sliced Combine 1 tsp chili to each 1 Tbsp of Bourbon Smoked SugarCoat both...
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Mana’esh – Bread with Zahtar
Ingredients Makes 2 large loafs or 6 small 10 ounces unbleached all-purpose flour ( 2 cups) 1 1/8 teaspoons instant yeast 1 teaspoon fine sea salt or 1 teaspoon kosher...
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Yams, Leek & Kale Casserole
Ingredients Serves: 4 4 Tblsp olive oil 1 large leek 1 bunch kale, trimmed, center rib removed, slice 1 ½ # yams, cooked and diced ½ tsp nutmeg 1 tsp...
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Roasted Potato with Aleppo Chili
Ingredients 1/4 cup canola oil 1 Tbs. harissa 1 tsp. crushed Aleppo chili 1 Tbs. sesame seeds 1 tsp. sea salt, plus more, to taste 3 lb. russet potatoes, peeled...
Recipes |
October 08, 2016
Snap Peas with Fleur de sel
This is a deliciously simple recipe. These roasted snap or sugar peas are addictive and can be used for an appetizer. Ingredients 1 pound sugar snap peas 1 tablespoon olive...
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel
This is an easy recipe that can serve as a side dish, topper to a salad or a colorful appetizer. Substitute vegetables that are in season and/or your favorites. Ingredients...
Recipes, Sides |
October 08, 2016
Moroccan Spiced Carrots
Harissa, cumin, caraway seeds give carrots a new spicy twist. Ingredients 6 large carrots, peeled, cut into 1″ slices 3 Tbsp sunflower oil 1 large onion finely chopped 1 Tbsp...
Recipes, Sides |
October 07, 2016
Green Bean Salad with Sesame Seeds
Ingredients 1# French beans 1 cucumber peeled and chopped Top Ramen noodles (1 pkg, crushed) 1-2 tbsp sugar • Salt to taste 1 lime, juiced • 1 tbsp rice vinegar...
Recipes, Seafood |
October 07, 2016
Vandouvan Shrimp
6 tablespoons unsalted butter 2/3 cup fresh orange juice or 2 tsp dried orange granules and broth or water 2 Tbsp Vadouvan. French Masala Curry 1 1/2 lb large shrimp...
Recipes, Seafood |
October 07, 2016
Shichimi Togarashi Shrimp
Serves 4 -6 4 to 6 servings 2 tablespoons peanut oil 1 pound large prawns, shelled and deveined, with tails on 1 ½ tablespoons Shichimi Togarashi Spice Kosher salt and...
Recipes, Seafood |
October 07, 2016
Seafood Paella
Seafood Paella is probably the most famous and popular Spanish dish around the world. It originates in Valencia. There are as many versions of paella as there are cooks in...
Recipes, Sauces |
October 07, 2016
Ghost Chili Lime Dressing
Juice from 2 limes 1 T Ghost Chili Oil 1 T chopped cilantro ¼ c Greek Yogurt (optional) Mix all ingredients. Muddle the cilantro to release the flavor. Let sit...
Recipes, Salads |
October 07, 2016
Middle Eastern Fatoush Salad
Ingredients approximately 1/2 head romaine lettuce 2 roma tomatoes diced 1 small cucumber peeled, diced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 handful of fresh chopped mint leaves 1...