This is a mouth-watering, delicious Indo-Chinese appetizer popular in the Straits region of Southeast Asia and throughout Malaysia and India. The cauliflower has a crispy coating and is glazed with a tangy spicy sauce. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 medium-head cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets Oil – for deep frying For the batter: 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3...Read More

This is an easy, authentic Indian curry full of bright, exotic flavors, and the perfect warm dish for a cool winter evening! INGREDIENTS: 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground turmeric 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 large head of cauliflower 3 potatoes 3 tablespoons oil or ghee...Read More

Exotic, warm Indian spices raise cauliflower from a “blah” to spectacular. INGREDIENTS: 4 tablespoons ghee or olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon Garam Masala or a tandoori spice blend 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional 1 head cauliflower, rinsed, cored, and cut into 2-inch pieces METHOD: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 pound bucatini pasta* (thick, hollow spaghetti) Salt 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage 4 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced 1 bulb fennel, trimmed, quartered and core cut away, very thinly sliced 1 small yellow onion, very thinly sliced 2 cubanelle peppers, seeded and very thinly sliced** Salt...Read More

This is a delicious and spicy stir-fry redolent with garlic and fresh basil. You’ll find Thai basil at KT Farms at the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College. Serve it with steamed jasmine rice and sweet-hot Thai chile sauce. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. kabocha pumpkin 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 10 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons crushed...Read More

Be sure to grate the zest before juicing the fruit. INGREDIENTS: 4 cups fresh tangerine juice 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons grated tangerine zest 1/2 teaspoon vanilla paste METHOD: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups of the tangerine juice and the sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally,...Read More

Here is a classic preparation for abalone — the key to preparation is to not overcook the abalone. Prepare the buerre blanc sauce first, and then quickly sauté the abalone. INGREDIENTS: Buerre Blanc 2 large shallots, finely chopped 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 3 tablespoons dry white wine 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 cup butter,...Read More

Abalone is a large mollusk that is as delicious as it is tough. If you’re not buying pre-tenderized abalone, you’ll have to do the “tenderizing” yourself. Start by trimming away the dark, curly edges, which tend to stay tough. Then, slice it into thin 1/4-inch slices. Place a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 medium (2 1/2 – 3 lbs.) butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 red onion, cut in half, thinly sliced 1/2 cup dried cranberries 2 cups water 1 cup uncooked bulgur wheat 4-5 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Zest of one orange 1/2 teaspoon coriander 1...Read More

Here’s a great winter salad that satisfies our craving for hearty and satisfying dishes in the colder months, but is also light and healthy. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups wheat berries 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1/3 cup fresh orange juice 2 tablespoons honey 1 cup dried fruit, finely diced (figs and raisins work well together, but...Read More