Originally this recipe came from Mughal Empire in India. It is a must have in our household and was part of my Mother’s buffet at high teas or more casual dinners. This is typically made with lean ground lamb , spices , lentils and ,ofcourse , eggs. These are really a spicy Scotch egg only [...]
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This recipe was inspired by Tarla Dalal , one of the highest rated Indian food writers. I have played with the recipe to my taste and am delighted to say , O YUM!!! Serves 12 2 cups cooked rice 1 cup cooked kernel corn 3 tbs finely chopped , squeezed dry , spinach 2 tbs [...]
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I am always looking for new ways to serve Tofu. This is a perfect way to serve as a finger food or appetizer or as a mean dish I saute some haricot vert with red peppers and add the fried tofu , its best topped with peanut , chilli or soy sauce, the tofu soaks [...]
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This decadant hors d’oeuvre comes from the popular steak and seafood restaurant Tangos in Vero beach ,Florida. Their seafood is always delicious and fresh and the food presentation suberb. Although the recipe does contain crab meat ,I have successfully prepared this dip without. Serves 6 to 8 as a first course 1 medium leek (white [...]
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This Thai inspired recipe was originally written using roast pork , which is fine if you just happen to have grilled or sauteed pork left over, I changed it as it is so easy to find roast chicken in almost every supermarket, and it still tastes really great. You will need Thai Salad dressing , [...]
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I love appetizer recipes served on skewers, they make such a beautiful and clean presentation. I serve these simply on a white plate with the sauce in a small white bowl to the side with some greens for garnish. You will need 30 six-inch skewers. Cook’s illustrated Serves 10 to 12 CHICKEN 1 1/2 lbs [...]
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This is a great mildly spiced ,Indian style chicken served on toast ,British style. I feel this is a creation made during Britsh rule in India ,referred to as the “British Raj”. It would make a great appetizer with cocktails or a light lunch. I have seen this served as part of a high tea. [...]
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Chicken wings are great and inexpensive appetizer or finger food. These Lebanese style wings come from Claudia Roden, they are great and seriously Lemony and Garlicky. For my own personal taste I add hot sauce, or ,if you can get some ,Harissa, but leave it out if you want authentic Lebanese “jawaneh” ,wings. Serves 4 [...]
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Nuts are always a welcome addition with drinks, I especially love Cashews and almonds. Really any mix of nuts will do with the exception of Brazilnuts , as they have a high fat content making the coating slide off them. Go ahead ,impress your guests with these spicy nuts ,I am sure you’ll love having [...]
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Years ago I was part of a cooking club where I had the good fortune to learn from some of the best home cooks who had the privilage of coming from exotic ,intresting contries. This recipe came from one of the group members are has an Indo Chinese flavor. They are spicy ,crisp and just [...]
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