Techniques Pan fried

Latkes

Latkes

Latkes are potato pancakes, commonly associated with the Jewish cultural tradition in the United States and Europe. They can be and are served any time, but traditionally form part of the menu during the celebration of Chanukah. Eating potato pancakes…

French Toast

French Toast

Cookbook | Recipes | Ingredients | Equipment | Techniques | Cookbook Disambiguation Pages | Recipes | Vegetarian | Breakfast French toast, sometimes referred to as “eggy bread” in the United Kingdom, is a common breakfast or dessert item made by…

Curry and Honey Chicken

Curry and Honey Chicken

Due to the experimental birth of this recipe, the measures given are very vague and approximate and can be altered freely. The almonds can be omitted, and if you make your rice a little more interesting (for example: flavouring it…

Sirniki (Russian Cheese Fritters)

Sirniki (Russian Cheese Fritters)

Sirniki are Russian sweet curd fritters, generally eaten after the main course at dinner, but sometimes also at breakfast. Ingredients 500 grams cottage cheese 2 eggs 6 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt Garnish Sour cream and sugar…

Pupusas

Pupusas

A pupusa is a stuffed corn-tortilla, usually served with a spicy coleslaw called curtido. Pupusas originated in El Salvador, but immigrants have taken the dish to other Central American countries and beyond. Pupusas are hand-made and thick. Like all corn…

Pan-Seared Scallops with Cayenne Chocolate Sauce

Pan-Seared Scallops with Cayenne Chocolate Sauce

Ingredients 1 pound sea scallops Salt Black pepper 1 tbsp butter 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted 1 tbsp ground cayenne pepper (adjust to your liking) Parsley, for garnish Procedure Sprinkle scallops with salt and black pepper. Melt butter in a…

Mussels in Onion and Butter Sauce (Moules Mariniere)

Mussels in Onion and Butter Sauce (Moules Mariniere)

Ingredients 6 shallots, chopped 1 clove of garlic ¼ cup butter ¼ cup dry sherry ½ a bay leaf 3 quarts scrubbed, bearded mussels ¼ cup chopped parsley Salt Pepper Procedure Sauté the shallots with the garlic clove in ¼…

Fried Eggs

Fried Eggs

Fried eggs, a popular breakfast dish in the United States, Canada, and Western Europe, take about 5 minutes to prepare. They are often served with toast or with other fried dishes. Ingredients 2 teaspoons butter or olive oil 2–3 large…

Cornmeal Pancakes (Arepa)

Cornmeal Pancakes (Arepa)

Arepas are fried or baked yellow or white corn pancakes, either plain or with a filling. Many Venezuelans and Colombians eat them in place of bread, often at breakfast. They are one of the national dishes of Venezuela and there…

Pan-Fried White Brined Cheese (Saganaki)

Pan-Fried White Brined Cheese (Saganaki)

Saganaki is a Greek or Greek-American dish consisting of a hard, white, brined cheese cooked simply with olive oil in a hot pan (traditionally a two-handed vessel whence the name of the dish), usually served with lemon. In American restaurants,…

Garlic Croutons I

Garlic Croutons I

Garlic croutons can be purchased but are much better when made from old bread. They are a crucial ingredient of Caesar Salad. Ingredients 4 slices day-old French bread, cubed 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 tablespoons olive oil Salt to taste…

Fried Bread

Fried Bread

Fried bread is a very simple bread recipe that is served mainly for breakfast. These are great served with the same toppings as biscuits, including butter, jam, gravy, or any of your other favorites. Ingredients Self-rising flour Milk or buttermilk…