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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 excellent way to preserve herbs while making...
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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 later, Rob requested the tasty dressing...
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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 of a few days, stuffing the tabbouleh in a warm pita...
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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, but it is also great as a main dish. ZUCCHINI...
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ROTI
ROTI INGREDIENTS (makes 4 pieces): 1 cup (135 grams) of all-purpose flour 1 pinch of salt ½ cup (107 grams) of warm water DIRECTIONS: Using your hands, stir together the ingredients. Add a few drops of...
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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 Husseini’s...
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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 day, with...
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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 to come over...
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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 and you can...
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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 texture, and...
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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...
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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 marinade consists of...
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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 was quickly...
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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....
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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 a long time. Although...
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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...
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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. This is great for a...
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BROCCOLI SALAD WITH BASIL & 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 the time with soy sauce, a...
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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 great thing about...
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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 together. I had a head...
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