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Berbere Spice Mix
This is one of the staple spice powders used all over Northern Africa. I love the taste of Berbere. It is versatile and adds a fantastic...

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Jun 25, 20202 min read


Cabbage Gomen
Another wonderful Ethiopian dish, cabbage, can be cooked as much as you like, from tender to mushy. It is a perfect side for any meal or...

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Jun 24, 20201 min read


Collard greens with spiced butter and Mitmita
I love sautéed greens. Maybe it is the psychological process of eating something healthy or the fact that they taste so good, but I try...

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Jun 24, 20201 min read


Spicy red lentils
We love Ethiopian food at home. I have been challenging myself to make more of it, but first, I had to stock up my pantry with all the...

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Jun 24, 20202 min read


Chickpeas with spinach and yogurt
A fun salad that is all about summer. I use the expensive heirloom tomatoes for this salad, or any delicious, flavorful tomato. This...

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Jun 19, 20201 min read


Salata mashwiya or Israeli spicy roasted pepper dip
This is an intense sauce that pairs perfectly with any grilled meat. I have also mixed it in with couscous for some added zing. It is...

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Jun 18, 20201 min read


Tzatziki sauce
A perfect sauce that is cooling and refreshing. This recipe is the best one in terms of balance and flavour, and I have tried quite a...

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Jun 18, 20201 min read


Lamb, lemon and chilli kebabs
I adapted this recipe and used lamb chops instead. They were charred, delicately dressed, and delicious—so simple to make. I served them...

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Jun 18, 20201 min read


Grated carrot salad with grilled scallions, walnuts, and burrata
This is a super simple spring or summer salad. I love how the flavours come together with the creamy burrata. Feel free to substitute...

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Jun 15, 20201 min read


Indian-style ground meat curry (Kheema)
This is a staple in most Indian homes. This traditional Indian version of an American chili is a work of art. Slow cooked ground meat,...

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Jun 13, 20202 min read


Frittatas: Basics and many variations
I love frittatas, they can be super simple or as complex as you want them to be. I love them especially during the summer, they are the...

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Jun 13, 20202 min read


Blackberry buttermilk whole grain scones
I was feeling inspired this morning, so I made these scones. This was my first attempt at scones, and I am not a baker. The combination...

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Jun 13, 20202 min read


Carrot Pancakes with Hummus and Feta Salad
I love Maria Elia's cookbooks, and I have them all. This one, though, is probably my favourite; the recipes are fantastic, and the...

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Jun 7, 20202 min read


Fig tart tatin with shaved Manchego cheese and arugula
This creative tart is beautiful, delicious and easy to make. I usually make it during fig season for high-end dinners and home. The...

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Jun 7, 20202 min read


Nani's bhutte ka salan, or Grandma's corn curry
I have never had a curry of this kind ever in India. This curry is coconut based and filled with fresh cilantro. The corn are kept on the...

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Jun 7, 20201 min read
Kichada
This is a traditional dish of Mughal heritage. The mix of lentils, grains, meat and spices are delicious. This dish is made during the...

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Jun 7, 20202 min read


Burrata with dandelion-golden raisin-pistachio pistou
Occasionally a recipe comes along that completely wows me. This is one of those recipes. The combination of creamy burrata, bitter...

kzafarullah
Jun 6, 20202 min read


Caramelized cauliflower with mint, pine nuts, lime, and yogurt
A wonder side for any meal. The cauliflower explodes with flavours. This is one of my favourite cookbooks. The recipes from here are...

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Jun 6, 20201 min read


Braised spiced Romano beans with yogurt & mint
This is a wonderful recipe that pops with flavour. I love the spices and tart Omani lemons in it. This recipe needs dried Omani/Persian...

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Jun 6, 20202 min read


Roasted asparagus crostini with lemon cream cheese
I love this recipe, too. It currently ranks as the best one I have made, and I have tried quite a few recipes over the years. The...

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Jun 6, 20201 min read
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