Recipes By Region

Saffron Rice with Raisins and Almonds

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Saffron Rice with Raisins and Almonds Makes 8 servings 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup (8 ounces) butter 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 teaspoon saffron threads 2 cups basmati rice 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 2. Bring the chicken broth to a boil over […]

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Baked Lemon Honey Crème Mochi Mochi Donuts

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Baked Lemon Honey Crème Mochi Mochi Donuts Makes 12 donuts 2 large eggs, beaten 1/4 cup lemon honey creme 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2/3 cup milk 1 1/3 cup mochiko (sweet rice flour) 2 teaspoons baking powder 3 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled Powdered sugar or melted white chocolate for topping 1. Preheat the oven […]

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Avocado Mango Donburi (Japanese Rice Bowl), aka Avo-don

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Avo-don (Avocado Mango Donburi) Makes 2 servings For the sauce: 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoons Honey Ridge Lemon Honey Crème (or substitute lemon curd) 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon warm water 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger 1 ripe avocado (about 8 ounces), chopped 1 […]

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Middle Eastern Inspired Aged Cheddar Pizza

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In 2004, during a trip to Europe, Mr. Fuji and I visited Cheddar Gorge in Somerset, England, a spectacular gorge with jagged cliffs and lush greenery.  It was here that I learned about the long history of cheddar cheese, the cheese that takes its name from the region.  Cheddar has been produced in the region […]

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Tuna Tataki Summer Rolls

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Add this recipe to ZipList! Tuna Tataki Summer Rolls For the Summer Rolls: Rice paper wrappers Tuna Tataki, thinly sliced on an angle Assortment of vegetables and herbs (Suggestions: butter lettuce, cucumber cut into matchsticks, carrots cut into matchsticks, bell pepper cut into matchsticks, fresh mint leaves, fresh basil leaves, shiso leaves, sprouts) For the […]

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Sugar Rusk: Japanese Sweet Toast Snack

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Sugar Rusk (Japanese Sweet Toast Snack) Makes about 100 pieces 1 French baguette, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 cup (8 ounces) butter, softened 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon almond extract 1. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Cream the butter, sugar, and almond extract together in a small bowl. Spread a […]

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Crispy Tofu Triangles with Asian Dipping Sauce from The Whole Family Cookbook

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Add this recipe to ZipList! Crispy Tofu Triangles with Asian Dipping Sauce Recipe from The Whole Family Cookbook, by Michelle Stern Makes 4 to 6 servings For the Crispy Tofu: 2 packages extra-firm tofu, preferably organic 3 tablespoons canola oil For the Asian Dipping Sauce: 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1/2 tablespoon […]

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Indian Savory Pancakes (Semolina and Yogurt Pancakes) from Indian Simmer

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Indian Savory Pancakes (Semolina and Yogurt Pancakes) Makes 12 pancakes Recipes Notes: Typical Indian savory pancakes are not fluffy like the usual pancakes. Instead, they are dense and have most flavors when enjoyed right out the griddle with some hot green chutney or a sweet tomato chutney. 1 ½ cups Semolina (Cream of Wheat) 1 […]

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Orange Mochi Pancakes

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Orange Mochi Pancakes Makes approximately 16 (4-inch) pancakes 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup mochiko (sweet rice flour) 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 2 large eggs 1 cup milk 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon grated orange zest 1. Whisk the dry ingredients: Whisk […]

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Japanese Steamed Egg Buns (Mushi Pan) + A Giveaway!

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Japanese Steamed Egg Buns (Mushi Pan) Makes 8 buns 2 eggs, beaten 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk 2 tablespoons milk 2 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1. Preheat a steamer filled with water on high heat. 2. Whisk together the beaten […]

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