Bouballe is a Jewish dish traditionally eaten for Passover. It is a sort of sweetened omelette bound with matzo meal and starch . Ingredients 1 tbsp matzo meal 2 eggs 1 tbsp cornstarch Sugar Procedure Whip the egg whites. Add…
Ma’amoul are pastries filled with dates or nuts, and they are popular throughout the Arab world. They can be made in special ma’amoul moulds, and there are three shapes of mould. The flattish circular shape is used for date ma’amoul;…
Kung pao chicken (gong bao in Mandarin) is a spicy Sichuan recipe made with diced chicken, chili peppers and peanuts, named after a court official. It is a popular dish served at Chinese restaurants throughout the United States and the…
A recipe for banana nut muffins, based on one from the Joy of Cooking, but slightly modified. Ingredients 2 eggs 1 tbsp honey, molasses, or sugar 1 cup milk (or soy milk) ¼ cup vegetable oil 2–3 bananas, mashed ⅔…
Ingredients 1 cup warm water (105–115°F) 2 tbsp (2 packages) of active dry yeast 1 pinch unrefined sugar 1 cup soy milk ⅓ cup (packed) unrefined sugar 3 tbsp vegan butter or margarine 1 tbsp salt 1½ cup walnuts (optional)…
Tapalapa is a traditional Gambian bread that is soft, slightly chewy, and perfect for sandwiches or as a side to accompany various dishes. It is a staple in Gambian cuisine and is enjoyed by people of all ages. Tapalapa can…
Ingredients 1 cup corn meal 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 1 cup milk 1 egg ¼ cup shortening 1 tsp–¼ cup chopped jalapeños, to taste ¼ cup sugar (optional) ½ of a 15 ounce…
Shirmal, also sheermal, is a traditional flatbread made in Pakistan and in the Hyderabad region of India, probably from Persian influences. Ingredients A few saffron strands 2 tbsp warm milk 3 cups plain flour Salt to taste 1 tsp sugar…
Ingredients 350 g (about ¾ lb) white flour 1 tbsp sugar 1 tbsp salt 30 g fresh yeast Warm (not hot) milk 8 oz warm water Procedure Mix sugar, salt, and yeast into a little warm milk. Let stand for…
Algerians are very fond of m’semen, a flatbread made from basic ingredients like flour, semolina, butter, and water. The dough can be sticky to the touch while folding, so oiling the hands is necessary. Some people also fill the pancakes…
Ingredients 2 cups cooked hominy grits 1 cup cornmeal 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 scant teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons butter 2 standard eggs 1 ½ cups milk 3 tablespoons sugar (optional) Procedure Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large…
Bhatoora is a light and airy Indian fried bread, and it is generally eaten with a chickpea curry or cholle. Ingredients 5 cups (650 g / 1.4 lb) wheat flour 1 tsp salt ½ tsp active dry yeast OR 1…