QUINOA, CHICKPEAS & BLACK BEANS
I found my true love for rice and beans when I travelled in Costa Rica with my husband a few years back. Whenever we stopped at various roadside restaurants, the sure winner every...
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COCONUT & MARZIPAN MACAROONS
I recently had one of those days where I craved for something sweet and was in the mood to bake. I remembered that I loved eating coconut macaroons (‘kokos toppe’ in Danish) when...
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QUINOA & BULGUR NORI ROLLS
These rolls are a perfect choice for a healthy vegetarian meal. I used bulgur since it’s a great substitute for rice and because I love the texture. I also wanted to give it...
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KOREAN SPICED TOFU
Having Korean friends and neighbors has great benefits. We get to invite ourselves over for amazing dinners, and have access to a tour guide to the world of Korean cooking. Korean cuisine is...
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CAULIFLOWER & SPINACH GRATIN
Two of my girlfriends came over last-minute for dinner the other day, both on vegetarian and gluten free diets. I admit they caught me off guard, so I kind of threw some things...
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KALE & MUSHROOM QUESADILLA
In our household quesadillas are made both day and night. It is my husband’s first choice as an easily prepared comfort food, and is one of the dishes he has truly mastered. The...
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BROCCOLI SALAD WITH BASIL & SPICY AIOLI
Unlike most kids, broccoli was one of my favorite vegetables as a child – there was something about the taste and texture that I really loved. My mum used to sauté these all...
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Jamaican jerk chicken
I was hooked when I had my first taste of Jamaican jerk chicken. There are so many wonderful flavors combined in the marinade, which while easy to make demands a lot of spices....
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THE PERFECT COLESLAW
The typical diner coleslaw that we all know conjures images of blandness, and has given real coleslaw an undeserved bad rap. Eating real homemade coleslaw with barbecue is amazing, and this particular recipe...
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SPICY PORK SAUSAGE & RICE CAKES
I discovered this spicy pork sausage & rice cake dish during my first visit to David Chang’s Momofuku Ssäm Bar restaurant in New York City, which had been on my short list for...
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BANH MI THIT NUONG
bánh mì thịt nướng (Vietnamese sandwich with grilled pork chop) Banh mi is my favorite kind of sandwich. It was created in Vietnam during French colonial rule, and has influences from both cultures. The...
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Leek and ginger fried rice
Over the holidays, we hosted a large group of friends and family for a potluck style dinner. My neighbor and good friend Sungmee brought a plate of leek and ginger fried rice, which...
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THỊT NƯỚNG (CARAMELIZED GRILLED PORK)
The traditional way of making thit nuong is to cut the meat into 2-3 inch strips, then marinade the meat and grill it in between two wire baskets over a charcoal grill. The...
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NUOC MAU – VIETNAMESE CARAMEL SYRUP
Nuoc mau (pronounced ‘nook mao’, originating from south Vietnam) is the irresistible caramel syrup that is key to many traditional Vietnamese dishes. It is especially important in stews and for marinating meat and...
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Do Chua
As a regular accouterment of Vietnamese cuisine, pickled daikon and carrots are great as a little side nibble with your rice and meat dishes or as an addition to your salad. The crunchy...
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SPRING ROLLS WITH CRISPY TOFU
As much as we love meat, I tend to cook vegetarian dishes at home during the week to stay healthy and environmentally friendly. Tofu is a wonderful substitute for protein in spring rolls...
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Twisted cinnamon rolls
These cinnamon rolls are so beautiful and fluffy that I am almost afraid of making them for fear of devouring them too quickly. Luckily, I have some sweet friends and neighbors who like...
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MUJADDARA RICE AND LENTIL PILAF
Despite that bad name it gets from crappy cafeteria food, homemade rice pilaf is a delightful, easy-to-make dish cooked in broth and spices. It is wonderful as a leftover lunch for the next...
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SHAMANDAR DIP
Beets are very healthy and so great for your body that I try to incorporate these delicious root vegetables in my meals whenever possible. I took this recipe for Shamandar Dip from Suzanne...
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ZUCCHINI SOUP
Soups are wonderful to eat during the cold season and they are so easy to make. I make a portion of this soup and eat it as an appetizer during the week,...
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Tabbouleh
I am a huge fan of tabbouleh. It is easy to make and a healthy vegan meal. I usually make a big portion of it and eat it for lunch over the course...
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TZATZIKI
This recipe is dedicated to my good friend, Rob, who had never heard or tasted tzatziki until I made it on a group trip to a villa in the South of France. Months...
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SAGE & WALNUT PESTO
I usually have a lot of fresh herbs in my fridge, but often don’t have the time to finish them before they go bad. In those cases I make pesto, which is an...
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COCONUT FLAN
My first experience with flan could best be described as love-at-first-taste. For years thereafter it has been among my favorite dessert dishes to serve my friends and family. Aside from being very easy...
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MOROCCAN BUTTERNUT SQUASH STEW
This Moroccan style stew is a wonderful winter dish. It is filled with flavors from the butternut squash and cinnamon, and it happens to be a very healthy vegetarian or vegan dish. The...
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RISALAMANDE WITH CHERRY SAUCE
Risalamande means ‘rice with almonds’, and is a grand Danish Christmas dessert tradition. While not overly sweet, it is quite filling and can be challenging to eat after gorging on a heavy Danish...
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DANISH AGURKESALAT (“CUCUMBER SALAD”)
Here is a little for the pickling enthusiasts. This mildly pickled cucumber is great in sandwiches and it is one of the alternative toppings that works well in combination with liver pâté (leverpostej)...
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Remoulade
Remoulade is a Danish type of tartar sauce. Usually the Danes eat it as a topping on their open-faced sandwiches (“smørrebrød”) or as a dip for their fried food. It is addictingly good...
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FRIKADELLER (DANISH MEATBALLS)
Frikadeller (Danish meatballs) are one of the great traditional Danish foods, but they also exist in many other northern countries with different variations of pork, veal and beef. In Denmark they are traditionally...
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