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kzafarullah
Dec 13, 20202 min read
Mexican-influenced roasted corn salad
I had this salad from the ovens of the fabulous restaurant Glen Ellen Star. This cozy and unpretentious restaurant serves up almost...
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kzafarullah
Dec 12, 20202 min read
Creamy spinach soup with dill
I love making soup, and this 6 ingredient soup is spectacular! Magnus Nilsson, the famed chef from the restaurant Faviken, is a genius,...
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kzafarullah
Dec 11, 20203 min read
Persian celery stew with chicken (Khoresh Karafs)
Persian culture offers a large number of stews, of which we are familiar with only a handful. The importance of a stew in Persian culture...
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kzafarullah
Dec 8, 20202 min read
Vietnamese lamb shanks with sweet potatoes
I have made this classic Vietnamese dish a number of times and really enjoy the slow braised, fall-off-the-bone tender lamb skanks paired...
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kzafarullah
Dec 6, 20204 min read
Mexican-style chili (with 5 chilies)
I wanted to create a Mexican-style chili, one that uses a sprectrum of Mexican chilies, creating a depth of flavor. I also wanted to cook...
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kzafarullah
Dec 5, 20202 min read
Beet slaw with pistachio butter and raisins
I was intrigued by the combination of beets and pistachios. I am also a huge fan of slaw, so I had to try this recipe. In addition, it is...
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kzafarullah
Dec 4, 20202 min read
Mixed roasted vegetables with yoghurt and green chilli oil
I love roasting/grilling vegetables because the possibilities are endless. You have the ability to either lightly roast them, leaving a...
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kzafarullah
Dec 1, 20201 min read
Raw papaya sambharo
A "Shambharo" is a traditional Gujarati dish that is lightly sautéed, mildly spiced and easy to make. It is traditionally served as part...
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kzafarullah
Nov 29, 20202 min read
Eggplant pahi
A Sri Lankan recipe from @Ottolenghi that pops with tremendous flavours. I have made this recipe a few times and enjoy this dish a lot. A...
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kzafarullah
Nov 28, 20202 min read
Lebanese garlicky lentil soup with Swiss chard and lemon (Rushta/Rishta)
I try and cook 300+ unique dishes every year and occasionally I come across a recipe that stands out. This soup is one of these, hearty,...
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kzafarullah
Nov 27, 20201 min read
Sichuan-style stir fried bok choy
Quick wok fried vegetables are a favorite at our home. Although most folks throw together these dishes quickly, it hard to keep the...
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kzafarullah
Nov 24, 20203 min read
Shakshuka
Shakshuka is a slow-cooked pepper and tomato sauce with eggs from North Africa, the Middle East and the Mediterranean. Every region has...
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kzafarullah
Nov 22, 20203 min read
Simple Thai seafood curry
This Thai curry is light and pops with the traditional flavors of lemongrass, galangal and basil. Although the list of ingredients is...
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kzafarullah
Nov 11, 20202 min read
Cauliflower Soup with Coconut, Turmeric, and Lime
Fall is all about soup, and this Asian-style soup is super easy and off the charts delicious. The combination of cauliflower, fresh...
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kzafarullah
Nov 8, 20203 min read
Spiced chickpea with fresh vegetable salad
I sometimes crave a hearty vegetarian salad, lots of fresh vegetables, a wonderful dressing and lentils or beans for substance. This is a...
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kzafarullah
Nov 3, 20203 min read
Bottle gourd koftas in tomato gravy (Doodhi ke kofte)
Bottle gourd, also known as opo squash. lauki, or, doodhi, is used extensively in Indian cooking. It’s origins however are in North...
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kzafarullah
Nov 1, 20202 min read
Malabar mutton curry
The cuisine of the Malabar region which includes the beautiful coast of Northern Kerala in India, is distinct and delicious. The region...
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kzafarullah
Oct 30, 20202 min read
Beet and paneer salad
I came across this recipe and was intrigued by the combination of beets and paneer with the hint of Indian spices. Almost coincidentally...
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kzafarullah
Oct 27, 20202 min read
Carrot and coriander soup
A simple fall soup that highlights the combination of fresh carrots spiced with both roasted coriander powder and a drizzle of fresh...
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kzafarullah
Oct 25, 20202 min read
Egg masala puffs
Making puffs is nostalgic and brings back many happy childhood memories. I am reminded of tea time - relaxing on ratan easy chairs on the...
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