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Potato Balls

Potato Balls

Ingredients Mashed potatoes Egg yolk Egg, beaten Flour Breadcrumbs Drippings or other fat/oil Procedure Combine the mashed potatoes and egg yolk. Roll the potato mixture into balls. Dip the balls in the beaten egg, then coat with flour or breadcrumbs.…

Fankasau (Hausa Wheat Puff Puff)

Fankasau (Hausa Wheat Puff Puff)

Fankasau is a traditional Hausa fritter, common in northern Nigeria. Ingredients 4 cups wheat flour 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tbsp instant yeast Water ½ cup potash water (kanwa) Sugar 1 egg 1 tbsp baking powder Salt Vegetable oil for…

Wilted Greens

Wilted Greens

This recipe is incredibly quick to prepare, rich in flavor, and makes a great side dish. The butter adds flavor but can be excluded for vegan/low-fat diets. Ingredients ½–1 tbsp unsalted butter 1–2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp chopped garlic…

Tempe Mendoan I

Tempe Mendoan I

Tempe mendoan is a dish made from thin tempeh, fried with flour so as to taste deliciously piquant. Traditionally in the Banyumas territory, tempe mendoan was made from thin, wide tempeh, one or two sheets cooked at a time. However,…

Sylheti Onion and Rice Fritters

Sylheti Onion and Rice Fritters

Sylheti salty rice cake, locally known as nunor bora among other names, is a cherished savoury rice flour fritter originating from Sylhet. This delectable treat, often paired with tea, boasts a golden hue thanks to the infusion of turmeric, and…

Simple Nachos

Simple Nachos

Ingredients 1 pound (450 g) lean ground beef (92% lean or greater) 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles 2 teaspoons or less taco seasoning mix (mostly cumin) 2 tablespoons sour cream 1 dash Mexican seasoning Corn tortilla chips Procedure…

Shrimp and Cheese Grits

Shrimp and Cheese Grits

Ingredients 3–4 strips thickened smoked bacon, diced 1 pound large shrimp 6 servings of grits 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese ¼ cup butter ½ large sweet onion, cut into thin strips ½ yellow bell pepper, cut into strips ½…

Pufftaloons

Pufftaloons

In Australia these pufftaloons are usually made with a yeast-based bread dough, but this recipe uses baking powder instead. Ingredients 2 cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 cup milk 1 dessert spoon butter Procedure Combine flour and baking powder.…

Pickert (German Potato Dumpling)

Pickert (German Potato Dumpling)

This is the traditional Lippischer Pickert, a type of German potato dish somewhere between a dumpling and a pancake. After a few Pickerts you will desire another special pleasure from Lippe: a glass of Wacholder schnapps. Ingredients 1 kg (5…

Phulourie (Split Pea Fritters)

Phulourie (Split Pea Fritters)

This is a side dish that may be eaten with spicy dhaal, or with spicy “sour” chutney (similar to mango chutney). Ingredients ½ pt split peas, or 1 lb ground split pea flour ½ cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder…

Pan-fried Ravioli

Pan-fried Ravioli

Ingredients 2 tablespoons whole milk 1 egg ¾ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs ½ teaspoon salt (optional) ½ package (25 ounces) frozen ravioli, thawed 3 cups vegetable oil for frying 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 1 jar (16 ounces) marinara…

Nkhwani wa Ndiwo (Malawian Vegetable Fritters)

Nkhwani wa Ndiwo (Malawian Vegetable Fritters)

Nkhwani wa ndiwo is a delightful Malawian snack made from a variety of vegetables. These vegetable fritters are crispy, flavorful, and perfect for a quick and tasty treat. Ingredients 2 cups grated mixed vegetables (e.g. carrots, cabbage, onions, and green…