Ceviche (or cebiche) is traditional Peruvian/Ecuadorian dish in maritime areas. In its classic form, it is composed of chunks of raw fish, lime juice, chopped onion, and minced ají limo or rocoto, both types of chiles. The recipe below for…
The galaktoboureko (Γαλακτομπούρεκο) is a traditional Greek dessert. It is made with phyllo, also known as filo or fillo dough, which is filled with a custard of semolina flavored with citron. It is served with a sugar syrup. Ingredients Pastry…
Ingredients Crust 8 oz (225 g) plain flour 4 oz (110 g) margarine 2 oz (55 g) lard 1 pinch salt 2 tbsp cold water Filling 1 lb (500 g) apples, sliced 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 oz (28 g)…
Lassi are yogurt-based beverages in either sweet or salted flavors. The most common flavors include mango, rose water, and plain sugar-sweetened lassi. Ingredients 4 cups (1 L) yogurt 3 cups (750 ml) cold water Fresh green chile peppers (quantity according…
This is a recipe for the original Bahian moqueca de peixe. Ingredients 1 kg fresh white fish, cut into two finger-wide strips/slices 1 lemon, juiced 2 mid-sized onions, cut into circular slices 2 bell peppers (one red, one green), cut…
Ingredients 1 tablespoon of chaat masala 1 tablespoon of amchur (dried green mango) powder 1 tablespoon of red chile powder 1 tablespoon of coriander powder 1 tablespoon of jeera (cumin) powder 1 tablespoon coriander 1 pinch of hing ½ tablespoon…
This delicious muffin recipe is a treat for a special morning. Ingredients ⅓ cup (80 ml) milk ¼ cup (60 ml) vegetable oil ⅔ cup (160 ml) nonfat lemon yogurt 1 egg 1 ¾ cups (300 g) all-purpose flour ¼…
Hummus is a nutritious dip originating from the Middle East. It is called revythosaláta (ρεβυθοσαλάτα) in Greek. Ingredients 3 cups raw dried chickpeas (or skip the soaking and cooking steps, and use 7 cups of drained tinned/canned chickpeas) 9 cups…
Chimichurri is a South American sauce for meats, consisting primarily of oil, vinegar, parsley, red chilli, and herbs. There are many different variants of chimichurri, and every cook will have their own private recipe. Chimichurri can be used as a…
Kanafeh, a delectable Middle Eastern pastry, is a must-try dessert. It consists of delicate angel hair-like strands of kadaif, paired with akawi cheese and samneh or clarified butter. The pastry is baked to perfection, creating a delightful contrast of crispy…
Paneer is a fresh curd cheese of Indian origin made by curdling milk with an acid and pressing out the water and whey. Ingredients 3 liters milk 6 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar Procedure Bring milk to a boil in…
Ingredients 2 lb (about 1 kg) tender rhubarb, chopped 5 cups water ¼ cup lemon juice Procedure Combine the rhubarb and water in a non-aluminum pot. Cook until mushy. Strain the mixture well, reserving only the juice. Mix in lemon…