You’ve tasted creamy. You’ve tasted crunchy. But when both come together in one unforgettable bite, something magical happens… so get ready to discover that magic with @AmericanPecans. These rich, buttery nuts are far more than just a garnish. They bring depth, texture, and a distinct flavour that can transform even the simplest dish into something…
Safety Notes on Working with Raw Salmon In the video I mentioned that you want “sashimi grade” salmon, but actually, that is not a real grade as determined by any governing body. But I said this to make sure that you stop to question the safety, that you don’t just buy any old fish at…
If you’re not trying this easy Thai lemongrass salad recipe this summer, you’re seriously missing out! It’s gluten-free, tossed in a spicy, zesty dressing you’ll crave on repeat, and comes together in under 30 minutes. Note: This pork salad focuses on lemongrass and fresh herbs rather than heavy seasoning. It’s got a similar freshness to…
Variations: 3 Ways to Jazz Up Your Yum Dressing Though the basic dressing works on everything, sometimes you might want to try something a little different. Here are 3 common ways we change up the basic dressing: Jazz #1: Replace some of the palm sugar with Thai chili paste. The basic dressing is quite light, so…
What is Plain ras and Where to Find it? Plain ras (or Padaek in Lao) is a fermented fish sauce. But unlike regular fish sauce (nam pla) which is also fermented, it is made from freshwater fish rather than anchovies. Plain ras can be made from a variety of fish, but Gourami is a common…
This will be your new go-to summer salad! Fresh arugula, ribbon carrots (I feel like this instantly elevates the salad, haha), creamy goat cheese crumbles, pumpkin seeds for a little added crunch, refreshing bell peppers, and plump cherry tomatoes. The dressing is a simple combination of mousto balsamic vinegar, olive oil and a dash of…
Summery salad with bright flavours that works as well on its own as it does as a side dish. The post Bulgur salad with charred vegetables & feta appeared first on A kitchen in Istanbul.
Are you looking for a refreshing side dish that’s ready in under 10 minutes? This is it. Cucumber dill feta salad is light, crisp and full of summer flavours from the fresh dill. Adding creamy feta and toasted pine nuts creates a healthy, satisfying, and simple salad recipe! Ingredient Notes Persian cucumbers or English cucumbers:…
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