Really flavorful vegetarian pho broth is hard to find so I thought I’d try making it myself. Both charred onions and ginger, and semi-caramelized onions, along with dried shiitake mushrooms and star anise give this broth its yummy pho-ness. I thought … Continue reading
Here is another recipe from my Lao Experiences cooking class, eggplant dip! I found Lao cuisine to be amazing! I’m a huge fan of Asian food in general, but Lao is near the top of my list I think. Flavorful, … Continue reading
In Lao I took a cooking class at Lao Experiences and it was amazing! This is my vegetarian version of steamed fish in a banana leaf (mok pa). Instead of fish, I used tofu and a little olive oil, and … Continue reading
The first time I had dal dhokli was in Bangalore I thought it was the funniest dish. Like pasta in dal! Which it kind of is if you get down to it. Pieces of raw roti (thin Indian bread) are … Continue reading
As you’ve probably figured out by now, we are big noodle fans! This recipe for vegetable soy sauce chow mein is supreme comfort food for me. It has a simple flavor profile, the main flavor being soy sauce. Sirachi is … Continue reading
This light cucumber dill yogurt is a perfect as a side for Egyptian ful. Also great with flat bread, pita or other middle eastern bread. 1 cup yogurt A little cold water (if the yogurt is thick) 1 small cucumber … Continue reading
First new dish since we got back from Thailand and Laos and it isn’t Thai or Lao! On our last night in Bangkok, we were craving hummus and falafel and ended up at a Middle Eastern restaurant near our hotel. … Continue reading
A friend of ours gave me the recipe for these delicious croutons! The original source is Savor Sweet Life. They are great in salads and on soups like homemade tomato soup! 4 slices bread cut into little squares 2 tablespoons … Continue reading
My fingers are all on fire from touching habaneros! This yummy dish of Jamaican rice and peas called for scotch bonnet peppers and habanero was the closest I could find. Spicy little devils. We had these Jamaican rice and peas … Continue reading
Love this tindora recipe because you cut the tindora into little rounds and add yummy browned onions! I found this recipe on Sailu’s Kitchen. Cutting the tindora is a little time consuming, but worth it. 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 … Continue reading