Derek Lucci’s Makheua Yao Pad Tao Jiao, a stir-fried eggplant with minced pork dish, has become a favorite in our apartment. Japanese eggplants are fried with cornstarch, then combined with minced pork, garlic, Thai chilies, and a stir-fry sauce.
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Eric Kim’s Black Sesame Rice Krispies Treats
Eric Kim’s Black Sesame Rice Krispies Treats offer a delightful twist on the classic version, with browned butter, toasted black sesame seeds, and sesame oil adding a savory accent that balances the sweetness.
Andy Baraghani’s Tahini-Smothered Charred Cabbage
One of my favorite ways to enjoy cabbage is with a nice char, like Andy Baraghani’s Tahini-Smothered Charred Cabbage. The wedged cabbage is rubbed with olive oil and sprinkled with salt, then charred on both sides before being drizzled with creamy tahini-lemon sauce with hints of garlic, honey, and cumin. A sprinkling of dill and sesame seeds is all you need before digging in!
Lidey Heuck’s Red Curry Lentils With Sweet Potatoes and Spinach
In anticipation of Lidey’s upcoming cookbook, “Cooking in Real Life,” I’m revisiting a favorite recipe of her’s, Red Curry Lentils With Sweet Potatoes and Spinach. The vegetarian-friendly dish is packed with veggies, rich and creamy, and provides a spicy kick with Thai red curry paste and Freson peppers. This go-to recipe is finished with lime juice, cilantro, and toasted coconut flakes.
Julia Turshen’s Snow-Day Udon
At the beginning of the year, I took inventory of my cupboards in an effort to finally use up the odds and ends of ingredients that had been lingering there for too long! Browsing through the list, I soon realized I had nearly every ingredient needed to make Julia Turshen’s Snow-Day Udon – all that was missing was a bit of tofu and bok choy!
Dan’s Pelosi’s Piri Piri Roast Chicken
Like Jeffrey, I’ve learned to love roast chicken in nearly any form – even better when it’s a one-pot meal like Dan Pelosi’s Piri Piri Roast Chicken! Potatoes and broccoli rabe are layered in a Dutch oven with some chicken stock and white wine, topped […]
Melissa Clark’s Mushroom Bourguignon
After discovering a bag of chickpea flour in the cupboards, I decided to make pudla (Indian chickpea crepes) topped with Melissa Clark’s Mushroom Bourguignon. Although tasty separately, the flavors didn’t complement each other well. The tender crepes were flavored with serrano pepper, cilantro, and ginger, while the bourguignon was a umami-packed, hearty delight.
Kendra Vaculin’s Cozy and Quick White Chicken Chili
This insanely delicious, hearty Cozy and Quick White Chicken Chili is the perfect weeknight meal as it’s ready in under 45 minutes and doesn’t skimp on flavor. The base is white beans and ground chicken seasoned with a tasty combo of chili powder, cumin, coriander, and diced green chilies.