Details here: https://www.seriouseats.com/2020/08/how-to-dry-char-asparagus.html (Mar. 2021)
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Blistered string beans
We tossed this together as an alternative to oven-roasting, with a nod to the Chinese dry-frying technique. Heat a large nonstick pan (without any oil) on medium-high heat, then add a handful of trimmed string beans (they should be bone dry), laying in a single layer. Let sit for a few mins, until the bottom… Continue reading Blistered string beans
Cauliflower-walnut vegetarian taco meat
We tried this recipe, and it was great: https://pinchofyum.com/cauliflower-walnut-vegetarian-taco-meat We served it with Goya chipotle chiles en adobo as sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips. (Mar. 2021)
Crispy rice frittata
We tried this recipe for our leftover jasmine rice: https://www.bonappetit.com/story/crispy-rice-frittata Our modifications: first, we added a handful of baby spinach (about 15 leaves), cut into ½" slices. We sauteed the spinach along with the scallions, but the next time we’ll probably sprinkle them into the egg mixture. We also used canola instead of olive oil… Continue reading Crispy rice frittata
Sicilian fish stew
We tried this recipe: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/sicilian-fish-stew/ Our modifications: first, we had only 1.3 lb cod fillet, which we cut into 2.5" square-ish chunks (about 12 pieces). Second, we added 1 russet potato (peeled and cut into 2x1.5" chunks) at the same time as the plum tomatoes, capers, raisins, and broth. Third, based on our pantry, we… Continue reading Sicilian fish stew
Lebanese braised string beans with garlic and tomatoes
Details here: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/braised-green-beans-tomatoes-and-garlic. We used shallot instead of onion. We also added ½ tsp sugar at the end. This was delicious, but quite spicy. We may halve the cayenne pepper the next time. (Dec. 2020)
Breakfast barley with toasted nuts and honey
We loosely followed this recipe for barley cooking instructions: https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/barley-breakfast-bowl-mixed-berry-compote Our modifications: first, we halved the recipe to two servings, preparing ½ cup uncooked pearled barley, 1 ½ cups water, and 1/8 tsp salt. Second, instead of fruit compote, for the garnish we used ¼ cup total toasted unsalted pecans, walnuts, almonds, and pumpkin seeds… Continue reading Breakfast barley with toasted nuts and honey
Middle Eastern-style chicken kefta
Details here: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/grilled-chicken-kofta/ We used a oval 1/3 metal cup measure to form 8 patties. We initially broiled on high for 15 mins, but then finished them in a large nonstick pan. (Dec. 2020)
Chinese carrot and celery salad
We tried this recipe: https://www.vietworldkitchen.com/blog/2012/07/celery-and-carrot-tossed-with-sesame-recipe.html For the Sichuan peppercorns, we used ¼ tsp that we toasted and then ground with a mortar and pestle. At the end, we added ½ tsp of Marukan salad seasoning rice vinegar (yellow label) for brightness. (Dec. 2020) Source: Andrea Nguyen, author and teacher, Vietworldkitchen.com.
Crispy roasted red cabbage
We generally followed this recipe: https://dinnerthendessert.com/crispy-roasted-cabbage-steaks/ Our modifications: first, preheat oven to 425. Second, because we cut the cabbage into quarters, our slices fell apart. But the roasted cabbage was still delicious. (Dec. 2020)
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