Just like Grandma used to make —these corn fritters are pan-fried until crispy on the outside and light and airy on the inside! You can serve corn fritters as a side dish to fried chicken or fish or as a savory appetizer topped with a spoonful of sour cream, salsa, and chopped green onions. However,...Read More
Dairy and gluten-free, these crispy almond crackers are very easy to make and quite tasty. Pair them with any savory dip of your choice INGREDIENTS: 2 cups blanched almond flour 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil 1 ½ tablespoons water 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt, divided Optional: 1/2 teaspoon of Italian herb blend or rosemary METHOD:...Read More
In addition to serving this zesty, bright, buttery green olive tapenade as an appetizer on toasted crostini (and it’s wonderful that way!), it also adds a sophisticated finishing touch for grilled fish and chicken, and pasta, and makes a unique savory spread for tea sandwiches. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups pitted Castelvetrano olives 2 tablespoons capers, drained...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 2 medium-sized bitter melon 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chickpea flour 1 tablespoon rice flour 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon chaat masala Peanut or canola cooking oil to deep fry the chips Salt to taste METHOD: Wash the bitter melon and pat dry. Cut off the top and tail and then cut...Read More
This tropical salsa is great with brie quesadillas, fried fish tacos, or serve with grilled swordfish or halibut. INGREDIENTS: 3 kiwi fruit, small dice 3 mangoes, peeled, cored, small dice 2 red bell peppers, small diced 2 bunches cilantro, chopped 2 serrano chilies, minced 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar...Read More
Save money and make your own flavored almonds! Serve these spicy almonds warm with your favorite icy-cold beer! INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon ground chipotle chili pepper 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1 1/2 cups whole natural almonds 1 tablespoon almond oil METHOD: Stir together chipotle chili pepper, sugar, and salt in a small bowl,...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup onion, minced 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon savory 1/2 teaspoon fine herbs 1 cup raw almonds, finely ground 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons bread crumbs, toasted in the oven 2 tablespoons parsley, freshly minced 1 teaspoon tamari 1 small garlic clove, minced Salt and pepper 2 – 4...Read More
A simple pastry dough envelops this delectable duo, pairing the earthy flavor of mushrooms with the subtle nutty flavor of walnuts. Serve these savory pastries with a simple salad of baby greens tossed with a light balsamic vinaigrette for a light lunch or dinner or serve at your next tea party with a dollop of...Read More
Because these caramelized onions are so deeply flavored, any style of extra-virgin olive oil is suitable for this recipe. Be patient while cooking the onions. Long, slow cooking renders them sweet with a lasting flavor. You can prepare them ahead if you wish. And use the best imported balsamic vinegar! The intensity of balsamic vinegar...Read More
