Kung Pao (Gong Bao) is a classic dish from Sichuan province in south-west China. Traditionally made with chicken, vegetables and peanuts, here is a version using firm tofu instead. To start, cut a 450g (16 oz) block of firm tofu into 2.5cm (1″) cubes and marinate in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon…… Continue reading kung pao tofu
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butter paneer + cauliflower dhal
Instead of the ubiquitous butter chicken, this recipe by Swasthi uses paneer cheese. Delicious! To make the sauce heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a saucepan and add 2 whole cardamom pods. Next add 1 large chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent. Add an equal amount of chopped tomatoes and ¾ of a…… Continue reading butter paneer + cauliflower dhal
beef ribs + zucchini banchan
Here’s are two tasty Korean style dishes. The super tasty ribs recipe is adapted from My Korean Kitchen and the zucchini side dish comes from explorecookeat. Soak 1.5kg (3⅓ lbs) of beef ribs in cold water. Bring a large pot of water to boil. When the water boils, transfer the short ribs into the pot…… Continue reading beef ribs + zucchini banchan
burnt Basque cheesecake 2.0
Just one more Spanish food post to end the year on a sweet note. I’ve expounded on the history of this cheesecake in a previous post. This recipe, adapted from Spanish Sabores, is my favourite so far. With only 4 ingredients it’s incredibly easy to make, looks amazing and is just delicious! Preheat your oven…… Continue reading burnt Basque cheesecake 2.0
red wine poached pears
Simple, elegant and totally delicious. Thomas used this recipe. Before you start, make sure to find a saucepan that’s just the right size to fit 6 Beurré Bosc pears in an upright position. In the saucepan combine ½ a cup of sugar, a large piece of orange rind, 8 – 10 whole cloves, 1 stick of cinnamon, 2 cups of red…… Continue reading red wine poached pears
zucchini fritters + fresh mint chutney
David made these spicy Indian style fritters and served them with a refreshing mint chutney. In a large bowl mix together 2 eggs, 1 minced clove of garlic, ½ a cup of gram (besan, chickpea) flour and ½ a teaspoon each of ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground ginger, chilli powder and black onion…… Continue reading zucchini fritters + fresh mint chutney
mushroom ceviche
Ceviche (cebiche, seviche) is a popular South American dish which hails from Peru. It is generally made by curing fresh raw fish in citrus juice and spices, but here is a delightful vegetarian version from The South American Table by Maria Baez Kijac. Serve it with tostadas (tortilla chips). Bring a large saucepan of water to…… Continue reading mushroom ceviche
fish pie
A delicious fish pie cooked by Thomas. Perfectly cooked fish and seafood topped with an excellent creamy mash. What’s not to like? Make the mash first. Peel 1kg (2.2 lbs) of starchy potatoes and cut them into 5cm (2″) dice. Place them in a pan, cover with cold water and bring to boil. Cook for…… Continue reading fish pie
peanut coconut ice cream
Another stellar (slightly adapted) ice cream recipe from Jeni Britton Bauer’s jeni’s SPLENDID ICE CREAMS AT HOME. This one has an exceptional balance of peanut and coconut with the perfect hint of spice. Measure 1¼ cups of milk, removing 2 tablespoons to make a slurry with 5 teaspoons of cornflour (cornstarch). In a saucepan bring…… Continue reading peanut coconut ice cream
kale with paneer
Saag is an Indian dish of finely chopped or creamed greens which can include spinach, mustard greens collard greens or, in fact, anything green. It’s usually served with rice or Indian breads and is often cooked with meats, shellfish or, as in my case, with paneer. Paneer is a cows’ milk cheese which can be made…… Continue reading kale with paneer
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