Dan-Dan Noodles is a spicy noodle dish that is common in Sichuan cuisines. This means it is from the Sichuan region in China where you will find a lot of fiery, spicy dishes – all extremely delicious items too! It is eaten as a soup or dry noodle dish. Essentially, dan-dan noodles are made with … Continue reading Dan-Dan Noodles (Spicy Sichuan Noodles)
Paella is a dish that originated in Valencia, Spain but found all over the world because of its delicious flavor, meats and of course it’s gorgeous look! It is traditionally made with a mixture of ingredients such as chicken, rabbit, vegetables and saffron that is cooked in short-grain rice and many seasonings. The combination is … Continue reading Spanish Paella (Chicken, Chorizo & Shrimp)
Tres Leches is a Dominican-inspired dessert. It is a buttery sponge cake that is soaked in 3 types of milk – evaporated, condensed and heavy cream. Despite the amount of milks in this cake, it is light, refreshing and so flavorful with all the sweet milks and light sponge cake combined. Of course – for … Continue reading Rose Milk Tres Leches Cake
When the weather starts getting colder, the nights get darker sooner and you need an extra layer of clothing when you go outside – its that time! SOUP SEASON! Soup is one of the most comforting food items in my opinion. A tasty bowl of soup, hot buttered bread and a small salad is a … Continue reading Roasted Cauliflower Soup
If you’re looking for a delicious meatball recipe with a refreshing sauce to dip all that deliciousness into – look no further! Mediterranean food is something I really enjoy. Even though alot of the spices are very similar to our Indian spices, the way they are used with ingredients creates a really refreshing dish – … Continue reading Mediterranean Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
Chai is a big part of Indian culture. Almost every person loves chai, which is an Indian style of tea flavored with several sweet & savory spices that are ground up into a powdery form and added into the tea. Almost every Indian home will have their own version of chai that they make. Some … Continue reading Homemade Chai Masala Blend
Gulab Jamun is a traditional Indian dessert where sweet semolina & milk-based dumplings are fried till golden brown and then soaked in a saffron & cardamom infused sugar syrup. The dumplings are soft and spongey to the touch, and get softer the more they soak in the syrup. Usually, they are eaten warm or at … Continue reading Dry Coconut Jamun (Indian-Style Coconut Donut Rounds)
Indian breads are a staple in Indian cuisine. They are eaten with most curries and lentil stews, and pretty much the way we pick up our food – it’s kind of our version of a “fork.” And there are so many type of Indian breads available too! A few common ones are wheat rotli, naan, … Continue reading Roomali Rotli (Handkerchief Bread)
Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, are a very versatile ingredient in all types of cuisines. They are a great vegan and vegetarian option that is full of protein and great flavors. Plus – they taste good too! I’m sharing a vegetarian chickpea curry that I make for my family many times. We usually eat this particular … Continue reading Chole (Chickpea Curry)
These toffee bark cookies are one of those desserts that will become a staple in your home year-round because not only are they tasty, but they are SO EASY to make! These are perfect to make as gifts or as quick treats for your family. I make a cardamom-infused toffee that I pour right on … Continue reading Spiced Chocolate Toffee Bark
