Lamb Shakshuka
It used to be that I’d decide what I wanted to cook, and then I’d go and buy the ingredients. In the last couple of months, however, I’ve really been […]
Category Archives: Mains
Palm Sugar Braised Pork Belly
It’s World Cup time again for the beautiful game, and while my partner has taken off to Russia with some friends for a month, I have to to settle for […]
Braised Pork Belly with Hoisin Sauce
Pork belly has traditionally been part of the cuisines of many countries in Asia and Europe. But in recent years, it has been gaining popularity elsewhere. I’m not just talking […]
Chicken and Chorizo Ragout
As the weather gets colder, I find myself craving meaty stews and thick, hearty soups. Ragout (not to be confused with Ragu, which is a meat-based sauce for pasta) is […]
Pork and Chive Dumplings (Jiaozi)
It seems every culture has its own version of dumplings, whether it’s Japanese gyoza, Italian ravioli or Nepalese momo. Just check out this CNN list of mouthwatering dumplings from around the […]
Stir Fried Glutinous Rice
Glutinous rice – also known as sticky rice or sweet rice – is a type of rice which has opaque grains and a very sticky (rather glue-like) consistency when cooked. […]
Quinoa and Chorizo Stuffed Peppers
I know, it’s been a while…I didn’t get around to posting anything all summer. And now, I can’t believe it’s already October and everyone’s talking about plans for the upcoming […]
Roast Cornish Hens Stuffed with Wild Rice, Cranberries, Bacon & Mushrooms
Years ago, during my boarding school days, we would sometimes get Roast Cornish Hens with Cranberry Rice Stuffing on the weekends. It was one of my favourite meals, and it […]
Chicken Cordon Bleu
A few weeks ago, in anticipation of getting a few days off from work over the holidays, and finally realizing that it was just too late (and expensive) to book […]
