The success of this dish lies in slow, gentle braising. Look for crisp, tightly packed white cauliflower flowerets and bright green leaves. It is important to cut the flowerets into uniform pieces. The cauliflower cooks in its own juice and seasonings until the...
A beloved staple in Bengali kitchens, these sun-dried lentil nuggets, sometimes called phoola badi, are a culinary delight. They are made from a spiced urad dal paste and studded with white poppy seeds, which give them a wonderful, nutty flavor. Once dried, they can...
Urad Dal Badi are spicy, sun-dried cakes made from a seasoned lentil paste. Also known as Punjabi Urad Badi, they are a traditional pantry staple used to add a burst of savory flavor, heat, and texture to a variety of dishes. These dried, hollow cakes are typically...
Of course. Here is a rewritten version of the recipe, reorganized for clarity with a more modern, step-by-step format. Spicy Tomato & Mung Bean Dumplings (Moong Tamatar Badi) These homemade badi are savory, sun-dried dumplings made from ground mung beans and a...
Moong Dal Badi are savory, sun-dried nuggets made from a spiced yellow lentil paste. A staple in Indian cuisine, they are prized for adding a wonderful crunchy texture and a boost of protein to a variety of dishes. Once made, they can be stored for months. This recipe...
This delectable dip can be made up to a day in advance, making it a perfect addition to any party menu. Serves 12 Ingredients • 2 cans (15 ounces each) white navy beans, drained and rinsed • 1⁄4 cup sour cream • 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate • 1 teaspoon...
Falafel (fuh-LA-ful) is fried or baked balls of chickpea dough. Falafel is a popular food across the Middle East. Tahini is like peanut butter made from sesame seeds. It is creamy, oily, light colored, and delicious. It is often an ingredient in Middle Eastern dishes....
A frittata is an Italian omelette. It is made with eggs, vegetables, and cheese. You can start a frittata cooking on the stove and you can finish cooking it under the oven’s broiler. Italy Food is important in Italian culture. In Italy, people can spend two or three...
In Spanish, the word relleno means “stuffed.” Chiles are peppers. This recipe for stuffed peppers is baked. But chiles rellenos are often fried. Honduras is in Central America. The country’s landscape goes from mountains to jungle to coast on the Caribbean Sea....
Makes about 5 cups • 1½ cups water • 2 cups sugar • 3 cups clean, picked-over cranberries • 1 medium-sized navel orange • 1 tsp. ground ginger • dash of cinnamon • dash of cloves • crushed seeds from 4 cardamom pods 1. Combine 1 cup of the water and the sugar in a...
