Orange-infused Greek yogurt cake

We used 2% Fage Greek yogurt and a 9” springform pan. We also used a neutral vegetable instead of olive oil. We also used the zest of one orange, but we may increase to two oranges for stronger citrus flavor. We found 50 mins was the right amount of baking time. Details here: https://www.askchefdennis.com/orange-yogurt-cake/ (Dec.… Continue reading Orange-infused Greek yogurt cake

Lemon-infused Greek yogurt bundt cake

We tried this recipe when we had a surplus of plain Greek yogurt. Details here: https://www.sugardishme.com/lemon-yogurt-pound-cake/ We forgot to add ¼ cup lemon juice to the batter, but the lemon flavor was still prominent and the texture pretty fluffy. This recipe calls for 1 cup butter and 6 eggs, so the cake is fairly decadent.… Continue reading Lemon-infused Greek yogurt bundt cake

Peruvian-style chicken kabob with cilantro-jalapeño (aji verde) sauce

We followed this recipe for both chicken and sauce: http://runawayapricot.com/2015/01/healthier-peruvian-chicken-skewers-with-green-sauce.html/. In case the link does not work: First, the night before, cut 3 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts) into 1” chunks. Marinate the chicken chunks in: 2 Tbsp ground cumin, 2 Tbsp sweet paprika, 4 tsp (we reduced to 2 tsp)… Continue reading Peruvian-style chicken kabob with cilantro-jalapeño (aji verde) sauce

Juju’s Indian chicken and potato curry  

This recipe is courtesy of my friend Juju. Marinate 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into large bite-sized pieces) in 2-3 Tbsp Patak’s biryani paste, 1 cup plain yogurt (here, I used nonfat greek), and ½ tsp salt for at least 2 hours.  Heat 1-2 Tbsp of neutral oil in a large pot, then add ¾ cup fried… Continue reading Juju’s Indian chicken and potato curry