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 [...]
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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 [...]
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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 , [...]
Filed under: Appetizers, Indian, Seafood | Tagged: appetizer, Bombay crisp garlic shrimp, Finger food, Indian, Indian street food, Seafood | 1 Comment »
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 [...]
Filed under: Appetizers, Eggless, Vegetarian | Tagged: appetizer, Corn and spinach croquette, Eggless, Finger food, Vegetarian | Leave a Comment »
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 [...]
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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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Street food is very popular in the Moroccan culture . Here vendors grill Sausage shaped spiced minced lamb , pulling them deftly into Moroccan bread and topped with fiery Harissa and tomato sauce. I personally love to top the “sandwich ” off with raw ,thinly sliced red onion and a few sprigs of parsley ,for [...]
Filed under: Lamb, Middle eastern | Tagged: Finger food, Kefta Kebabs, Lamb, Middle eastern, Moroccan street food, Tess Mallos | Leave a Comment »
