Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 lb chicken wings or 14–16 oz extra-firm tofu 1 tbsp neutral oil (plus more for pan) 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 tbsp cornstarch or baking powder (for crisping) 3 […]
Rustic Puttanesca with Spaghetti or Sautéed Shrimp
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 4 anchovy fillets in oil, finely chopped 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1/2–1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved […]
Garlicky Tahini Lemon Sauce for Falafel and Bowls
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: About 1 cup (6 servings) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Quick Ingredients 1/2 cup (120 g) tahini (well stirred) 1/4 cup (60 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 small garlic clove, finely minced or grated 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon fine sea […]
Creamy Dill Mustard Sauce for Salmon and More
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: About 1 cup sauce (8 servings, 2 Tbsp each) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Quick Ingredients 1/2 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp whole-grain mustard 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh dill 1 Tbsp fresh […]
Savory-Sweet Hoisin Garlic Stir-Fry Sauce
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: About 3/4 cup sauce (4 stir-fry servings) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Quick Ingredients 1/3 cup hoisin sauce 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred) 1/4 cup water or unsalted chicken/vegetable broth 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon […]
Tropical Mango-Habanero Glaze with Lime, Ginger, and Honey
Tropical Mango-Habanero Glaze with Lime, Ginger, and Honey Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: About 1½ cups glaze (12 servings of 2 Tbsp) Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 large ripe mango (about 1½ cups diced) 1–2 habanero peppers, seeded 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice (about 2 […]
Spicy Harissa Tomato Simmer Sauce for Eggs and Stews
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: About 4 cups sauce (6 servings, 2/3 cup each) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, finely diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsp tomato paste 3 tbsp harissa paste (mild or hot, to taste) 1 […]
Mint Cilantro Yogurt Chutney for Samosas and Kebabs
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: About 1 1/2 cups (6 servings as a dip) Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 packed cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems 1/2 packed cup fresh mint leaves 1–2 small green chilies, stemmed (seeded if you prefer mild) 1 Tbsp […]
Velvety Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: About 2 cups sauce (serves 4 generously) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Quick Ingredients 3 medium red bell peppers (or 1 × 12 oz jar roasted red peppers, drained) 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled 2 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 small yellow onion, diced […]
Lemon Caper Butter Sauce for Fish, Chicken, and Vegetables
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings (about 1 cup sauce) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Quick Ingredients 8 Tbsp (113 g) unsalted butter, very cold, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1/2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon) 1 tsp […]









