Rolex (“rolled eggs”) is a vegetable-filled omelet wrapped in a chapati flatbread. It is a nourishing and finger licking food item. It is best enjoyed when hot and can be eaten for almost any meal. Ingredients 2 standard eggs 1…
Nachos made into a meal. Ingredients 4 medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed (or used canned if unavailable) 2 jalapeños, stemmed ½ medium onion, peeled and quartered 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 handful fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped 1 lime, juiced…
Ingredients 1 head of garlic Olive oil 20 culantro leaves—find this at local Latin or Asian markets 1 small bunch of cilantro 1 large green bell pepper, seeded, diced and with the white pith from the inside of the pepper…
Ingredients 500 g dry chickpeas Salt Red pepper ½ tsp ginger garlic paste 1 kg rice Shortening 3 onions, chopped Chile powder Tomato paste ¼ tsp turmeric powder ½ cup chopped cilantro 4–5 green chiles, cut in half Procedure Soak…
Ingredients 1 cup vegetable oil 1 kg medium-sized prawns (shrimp), cleaned with tails removed 0.5 kg tomatoes 4 medium-sized onions, cut in julienne 3 potatoes, cut in small cubes 2 green cardamom pods 1 black cardamom pod 2 cinnamon sticks…
Ajiaco is a quintessential dish from Bogotá, Colombia. Ingredients Soup 1 ea. (approximately 750 g) whole skin-on bone-in chicken breast 1 L chicken broth 1 onion, peeled 2 scallions (white part and first 2 cm of green) 2 carrots, peeled…
Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 large onion, chopped (~1 cup) 1 jar (16 ounces) medium chunky salsa 1 jar (16 ounces) mild chunky salsa 1 cup water 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 bunch fresh cilantro,…
Pico de Gallo has two meanings in Mexican cuisine. The most familiar to North Americans is a fresh, tomato-based salad. It is what North Americans usually mean when talking about ‘ensalada’ or ‘tomato ensalada’. This ensalada is never cooked. The…
Pho ga is a Vietnamese chicken noodle soup dish. It is considered one of the culinary gems of Vietnamese cuisine, available within a mile radius of almost every person in the community of Little Saigon, a Vietnamese enclave located in…
Along with phở gà, phở bò (Vietnamese beef noodle soup) could easily be called Vietnam’s national dish. Most often served in the early morning, it is available on any street corner, everywhere in Vietnam, all day, and is a staple…
Egg pepper soup is a popular Nigerian dish known for its simplicity and bold flavors. It is a delicious combination of eggs, peppers, and spices, creating a rich and flavorful soup. This dish is quick and easy to prepare, making…
Muceere is a hearty and flavorful dish that celebrates the natural sweetness and richness of pumpkin. This traditional stew is made with tender chunks of pumpkin cooked in a flavorful sauce, making it a comforting and nutritious meal. Ingredients 2…