Recipes

Ingredients: Spices: 2 tsp coriander seeds 1 tsp cumin seeds ½ tsp white peppercorns Aromatics: 15-20 small green Thai chilies or serrano peppers (adjust for heat preference) 6-8 cloves garlic, peeled 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed, tough outer layers removed, finely chopped 1-inch piece fresh ginger (or galangal), peeled and grated 1 tablespoon shrimp paste (belacan) […]

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 large egg 1 cup milk (or dairy-free substitute) 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil Optional add-ins (see suggestions below) Equipment: Large mixing bowl Whisk Large skillet or griddle Spatula Instructions: Combine dry ingredients: In the large mixing bowl, […]

Ingredients: 2 large red bell peppers 1 (14-15 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained (If you don’t have these, you can substitute an extra bell pepper to roast) 1/2 cup almonds (marcona almonds are traditional, but regular work too) 1/4 cup slivered almonds (for an extra touch) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup fresh […]

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium potato, peeled and diced (optional, adds body) 10 oz (300g) frozen peas (or equivalent amount of fresh peas) 4 cups (1 liter) vegetable or chicken broth 1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish 1/4 […]

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, diced 2 large carrots, diced 2 celery stalks (optional), diced 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed 4 cups vegetable broth or water 1 bay leaf 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1/2 large lemon) Optional toppings: Chopped fresh parsley, […]

Ingredients: For the biscuits: 250g very soft unsalted butter 50g icing sugar (also known as confectioners’ sugar) 225g plain flour (all-purpose flour) 25g cornflour (cornstarch) For the filling: 100g unsalted butter, softened 200g icing sugar ½ tsp vanilla extract Raspberry or strawberry jam Equipment: Baking trays Baking parchment (parchment paper) Large mixing bowl Electric mixer […]

Yields: About 24 beignets Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (including rising) Cook Time: 5-8 minutes Ingredients For the Dough: 1 package (2 and 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast 1 and 1/2 cups warm water (between 110 and 115 degrees F) 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk 2 large eggs, room […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 40-45 minutes Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 medium onion, chopped 3 carrots, peeled and diced 3 celery stalks, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients: Vegetables: 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 1 yellow squash, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium red onion, cut into thick wedges 1 pint cherry or […]

Ingredients: Aromatics: 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 stalks celery, chopped 1-2 carrots, chopped (optional) 2-3 cloves garlic, minced For the roux: 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative) Liquids: 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 2 cups milk (any kind – adjust for richness) The Main […]