Ever wondered what to throw on the grill as a vegan or vegetarian besides a veggie burger ? This well flavored loaded kabab is just the thing , from acclaimed chef Sanjeev Kapoor. He suggests grilling these on a stone , but honestly I do them directly on the grill as I am not sure [...]
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This perennial favorite of Malaysian street food was originally created by Indian cooks but is a staple in Malaysian cusine. I include here a recipe for the pastry as well as the filling. Many of the recipes I have come across lately suggest using store bought puff pastry and baked , but , if time [...]
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Chinois on Main in Santa Monica has been around for two decades. The restaurant is owned by the famed chef Wolfgang Puck and serves fusion Asian with California fresh produce . The lemon soy vinaigrette served with this dish makes an excellent salad dressing , so keep it on hand.
Chinois on Main , Santa Monica
6 [...]
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Whoever came up with the idea of jarred marinated artichokes should be thanked .It is one of my most treasured pantry staples. with just a few simple ingredients you can have an elegant appetizer or light lunch.
Serves 6
Gourmet Magazine
6 (1/3 -inch thick ) slices from a round country loaf
6 tbps extra virgin olive oil
2 ( [...]
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Palak aloo Bhajias are some of the most delicious fritters from India. Indian fritters are made with chickpea flour which , to me , has a warm nutty flavor. You can find this flour in Indian markets or a store like Whole Foods. Either way they are too good to pass up. For a little [...]
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Jhinga Kurkure are a real street food , primarily sold on the beaches in Bombay. They are crisp with just the right amount of spice to tickle and satisfy your taste buds.
Monisha Bharadwaj
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp chili powder1/2 tsp garlic paste
Salt to taste
1 1/4 lb Large , uncooked shrimp , shelled
Sunflower oil for frying
6 tbs [...]
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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 chopped cilantro
3 chopped serrano chilis
1/4 [...]
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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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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 boneless , skinless [...]
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