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Thai egg noodles with stir-fried vegetables (Mee sua)
Mee sua is a traditional Chinese dish meaning "wheat threads," which describes the extra-thin wheat noodles used in the dish. Originating...

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Aug 102 min read
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Sichuan Gong bo chicken ( Gong bo ji ding)
This dish is a classic in the Sichuan region. This dish pays homage to the emperor, Ding Baozhen, from the 19th century. As the legend...

kzafarullah
Aug 92 min read
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Fettuccine with carrots and prawns (Fettuccini alle carote e scampi)
This dish reminds me of cacio e pepe, but with prawns. This is a dish from the Medici family, and hence core to the cuisine of Florence....

kzafarullah
Aug 82 min read
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Malay tamarind prawns
Malay cuisine is dominated by seafood, which is their primary source of protein nd the most important part of their diet. It is enjoyed...

kzafarullah
Jul 252 min read
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Assamese black rice pudding (Chak hao amubi kheer)
The Northeast of India has numerous varieties of rice that are endogenous to the region. These rice varieties are crucial to the...

kzafarullah
Jul 232 min read
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Beet and carrot fritters with dill and yoghurt sauce
This is a simple fritter recipe, but one that is bright in colour and has a lovely flavour. The bright red colour of these fritters is...

kzafarullah
Jul 222 min read
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Indonesian coconut and lime ice cream
I love ice cream, everything from making it to a large bowl on a hot day. In Indonesia, ice cream is traditionally made using a canister...

kzafarullah
Jul 192 min read
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Yoghurt pancake from Andhra Pradesh (Perugu dosai)
Dosas come in 1000’s of varieties, but they can be broadly classified into two categories: fermented and non-fermented. The more common...

kzafarullah
Jul 152 min read
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Hyderabadi sour dal with drumsticks (Khatti dal with drumsticks ke saath)
Khatti translates to "sour", and this is the predominant flavour of this dish. The sourness comes from tamarind, a souring agent commonly...

kzafarullah
Jun 152 min read
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Dhofari coconut-eggplant chutney
Oman lies on the historic spice route, and its trading partners have significantly influenced its cuisine. According to chef and food...

kzafarullah
Jun 142 min read
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Spicy grilled tomato-Parmesan sandwich
This is a simple sandwich that hits the spot. It is a variation of the traditional French Pissaladière , and a wonderful alternative. The...

kzafarullah
Jun 132 min read
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Burmese green tomato salad
Green tomatoes are a common ingredient that many people overlook. Made famous by the Southern dish (and movie) Fried Green Tomatoes, it...

kzafarullah
Jun 122 min read
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Spicy potatoes from Karnataka (Alugadde palya)
Potatoes are the most common stuffing for a masala dosa. Every state in India has a unique recipe, suited to local palates. Here is a...

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Jun 112 min read
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Hyderabadi fried mutton (Tala hua gosht)
This has been a favourite recipe at home for decades. Although it takes a bit of time to make, it is a simple recipe. I remember having...

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Jun 102 min read
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Hyderabadi star fruit pickle (Kamrak ka achar)
Pickles are an essential part of the Indian table. Over the centuries we have learned to pickle everythung imaginable, vegetables, fruit...

kzafarullah
Jun 82 min read
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Basil frittata (Frittata al Basilico)
A frittata is an open-faced omelette from Italy. It is considered to be a meal, and their versatility is what makes them amazing. So...

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Jun 73 min read
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Malay tamarind chilli potatoes with sun-dried tomatoes
Malaysia is a melting pot of culinary styles from India, China, and Thailand. It also served as an essential port for trade and lay along...

kzafarullah
Jun 62 min read
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Apple, pear, and blackberry crumble
Summertime is about crumbles and baked fruit desserts. I love the rich, sweet, and delicious flavours of fruit in peak season. Crumble...

kzafarullah
Jun 42 min read
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Burmese melon and ginger salad
This is a simple salad, but also Myanmar on a plate. This summer salad is served cold and helps quench your thirst in hot weather, which...

kzafarullah
Jun 32 min read
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Panir and spinach salad with walnut-coriander dressing (Paneer palak salaad)
Salads are new to Indian cuisine, at least in the way we eat them in the Western world. So I was surprised to see this lovely salad in...

kzafarullah
Jun 12 min read
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