Makes 4 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 […]
BBQ Tempeh Kebobs
Serves 10 Directions BBQ Sauce Makes 1 cup Directions
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. Ingredients 4 pequin chiles, seeds and stem removed 2 teaspoons cardamom seeds 1 teaspoon coriander seeds 1 teaspoon […]
Cataplana Clams
Makes 5 small-bite servings A cataplana is a hammered copper, hinged pot of Portuguese origin that resembles a clam shell. It is used to steam shellfish and can be used on the stovetop or in the oven. Besides being fun to cook in and a bit unusual, it also looks […]
Classic Mac & Cheese
Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Kosher salt 2 quarts water 8 oz elbow macaroni 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups whole milk 1/2 teaspoon sweet or smoked Spanish paprika 1 bay leaf 5 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1/4 teaspoon […]
Dry Berbere Spice Blend
Berbere is an Ethiopian spice blend made from chiles and other spices. Though you can find it online or at most grocery stores, there is nothing like homemade, and you’ll especially love it for grilling season. Makes about 3/4 cup
Grilled Vegetables with Mediterranean Sauces
4 Servings Grilled Vegetables Chef’s Note: You can use any of the sauces below to dress your grilled vegetables. Charmoula Chef’s Tip: Preserved lemon is an iconic ingredient of the region and has a very different flavor profile than lemon peel or lemon juice due to the salting and curing […]
Grilled Zucchini Kebabs
Makes 8 servings
North African-Style Sauce
Makes 1 cup Ingredients 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons chopped parsley 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 3/4 teaspoon paprika 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions Combine the oil, lemon juice, parsley, […]
Roasted Leg of Pork with Christmas Farofa (Pernil de Porco Assado com Farofa Natalina)
Farofa Natalina Directions:
Shrimp & Chicken Jambalaya
Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoon canola oil 1 lb 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts, thighs, or a combination, cubed Kosher salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, as needed 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced 1/2-inch thick 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 green bell peppers, diced […]
Vegetarian Dirty Rice
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 6 ounces pinto beans, canned 1/2 cup onion, diced 1/2 tablespoon garlic, minced 1 tablespoon peanut oil 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock 3/4 cup long grain rice 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons chipotle peppers, chopped 1 teaspoon cumin seeds Salt, […]