This is not your typical “Asian” recipe, heavy in umami, soy, and sweet.I actually use ground lamb, as a diversion – red wine (totally NOT Asian inspired), a spicy meat “rub” as the primary seasoning, glorious veggies, and farro (an ancient grain) to round out this incredibly flavorful, aromatic, and sensational meal.It’s quick, it’s easy,…
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Shawarma (/ʃəˈwɑːrmə/; Arabic: شاورما) is a popular Levantine dish consisting of meat cut into thin slices, stacked in a cone-like shape, and roasted on a slowly-turning vertical rotisserie or spit. Originally made with lamb or mutton, it is now also made of chicken, turkey, beef, or veal. Initially developed in the Ottoman Empire (roughly modern-day Turkey)…
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Cosmopolitan indicates international sensations, inclusive of people, parts, and places from all over the world.It’s sexy. It’s sleek. It’s “woke,” and it’s delicious when used in a format of an amalgamation of flavors from all the nooks and crannies of the earth. These Cosmopolitan Chicken Chili Chapatis encompass the Mexican fajita chili seasonings of South…
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We all KNOW I cannot get enough Nuzest!It’s one of my “favorite things.”IF I could spread my love for this cream of the crop vegan, gluten-free, grain-free “cream of the crop” protein and all it has to offer across the world, I’d be shouting from the top of my lungs. Well, I typically offer you…
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What did you think?” “It was very surprising.” “In what way? What do you mean?” “I thought it was a poached egg. I was expecting a poached egg – and nothing sweet. I was preparing myself for egg flavor.” “Well, what did you think the topping would be?” “I don’t know that I THOUGHT.” Well,…
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While the complex flavors of creamy balsamic Italian herb sauce over roasted chicken, butternut squash, and Cremini mushrooms prevail, this one-pot recipe is actually fast and simple. And, it’s so delicious. The aromas of Italian herbs will mesmerize your senses, as well as will the soft and sweet butternut squash and aromatic mushrooms, paired with…
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While “healthy” recipes and meals are definitely important, flavor is the primary factor in my heart and soul.That said, my idea of flavor also almost always involves what the typical population would label as “healthy.”I’m simply a CLEAN EATER.Veggie heavy, good fat friendly, and lean proteins are my mojo.Oh, and lemon – I LOVE lemon….
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Some people like to roast their own and then make their own green chili.I would be willing to bet that if I decided to undertake the task (much like pickling and canning), I would love the meditative aspects of the time and skill it takes.I am not at that point in my life.So, I support…
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Oh, cauliflower rice, you’ve been so popular on the likes of the inter webs, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, and more… What to do with you other than stir fry, sauté, steam, season, and consume… Well, I say let’s make a cake. A savory cake. A no bake cake. Here we go! Cauliflower Rice Cake 2 cups…
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I need not mention that this began as an effort in sweet potato gnocchi. Grain-free, gluten-free, and “gum” free stuff is tough. (Remember the How NOT to Make Coconut Flour Noodles tutorial?) Bless those companies who have the art down pat ~ and even more if someone can come up with a method free of…
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