Makes 6 servings *The Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) is the name of an area, a specific place, or, in exceptional cases, the name of a country, used as a description of an agricultural product, which comes from such an area, place, or country, which has a specific quality, goodwill, or […]
Berbere Spice Paste
Makes 2 3/4 cups Berbere is a traditional Ethiopian spice blend made with chiles, warming spices, fenugreek, and other aromatic ingredients. Use this paste to rub meats, poultry, and fish before grilling.
Black Bean Cakes With Tomato Salsa
Makes 4 servings Plant-forward recipes aren’t always vegetarian, but they may use flavorful meats in a supporting role, just like the chorizo in these black bean cakes. For a full vegetarian version, leave out the chorizo and add 1/2 teaspoon (or more, to taste) of chile powder for a little […]
Butifarra (Traditional Peruvian Ham Sandwich)
Makes about 24 sandwiches This recipe makes quite a bit of ham, so you may have leftovers (unless you have 24 hungry people to feed!). You can tightly wrap any remaining pork and freeze for later, if you like. You can find Peruvian-style chile pastes (we use ají panca and […]
Chayote and Pineapple Chimichangas
Makes 8 servings A chimichanga is essentially a fried burrito, so this recipe starts with a homemade tortilla dough. Don’t be intimidated (also don’t be afraid to substitute prepared burrito-sized tortillas)! The dough comes together easily for a tender, crisp exterior. The filling is made up of chayote, a tender […]
Chicken Tagine With Apricots & Golden Raisins
Makes 4 to 6 servings Chef’s Notes: If dried limes are unavailable, preserved limes are a good substitute. You can braise this stew on the stovetop over medium heat as described above, or you can cook it in a 350° to 375°F oven in a large, oven-safe, heavy-bottomed pot or enameled […]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Makes 6 Servings A hot bowl of chicken soup nourishes more than just our bellies, and this recipe is the perfect way to share your warmth and good cheer. Substitute vegetable broth and cooked black beans for the chicken for your vegetarian friends and family.
Cilantro-Cashew Chutney
Yields 3 cups
Creamy Pinto Beans
Makes 6 to 8 servings
Cucumber Raita
Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Date and Almond Cake
Makes 4 to 6 servings Although this is not a baked cake per se, it is formed into a cakelike log. It is a great little snack out of hand, but it is also one of the tastiest accompaniments to cheese, so it makes a fantastic addition to almost any […]
Diabetes-Friendly Cuban-Style Black Bean Soup
Makes 6 servings We love the added flavor from the spices, sun-dried tomato, and sherry vinegar in this diabetes-friendly black bean soup. Garnish it with some mixed grains and wilted spinach and it becomes addictive.
