This is a recipe that I think perfectly encapsulates the wonder that is the coconut. When it comes to making, there needs to be a fine balance struck so that the finished product is neither too dry nor too soggy, and of course flatness can be a major obstacle to overcome. I’m a real perfectionist when it comes to the small things in the kitchen…
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(15-ounce) can dark kidney beans, rinsed and drained Preparation Combine the first 7 ingredients (through garlic) in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, and bring to a boil. Stir in rice; reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Remove pan from heat; remove the thyme sprigs and garlic, and…
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This Coconut Milk Baked Chicken Recipe has quickly become part of our regular weekly menu rotation. Say goodbye to bland, dry chicken with this flavorful Coconut Milk Baked Chicken Recipe. It’s so easy too, and can be ready from start to finish—prep + cook time— in less than 40 minutes. It’s the perfect weeknight main dish, as it can be prepped…
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I have a cookbook problem. No, I don t have too many (well, maybe that too). While the bookstores are glutted with cookbooks, and a new crop inundates us every season, I cannot find the one definitive cookbook I crave — a South Indian cookbook to guide me through learning how to cook recipes from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Goa. I crave South…
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Lets just say a well-respected local newspaper contacts you and says, “Hey, we’d like include you in a food story we’re doing. You’ll be creating a meal and we’ll be shadowing you while you shop and cook. You’ll be one of five chefs we’ll be profiling. Can you create a dish write a recipe and be ready tomorrow?” Wow. Me?! Sure! No problem…
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In my most recent list of Indian dishes I want to make, I included kheer, the Indian rice pudding. It is a lot more delicious and exotic than regular rice pudding. Although I would never deny a Mexican rice pudding either. I finally got all the ingredients I needed to make kheer, and two afternoons ago, I made kheer for the first time, and…
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There was a time in my life, those seemingly long ago days before I had kids, that a carton of Indian takeout would have been a weeknight standby. These days, I am more inclined to head into the kitchen than out to eat. Back then, I thought picking up dinner on the way home was the easiest, if not best, option. What my younger self didn’t…
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This curry is amazingly quick and easy to prepare. In fact, it’s so easy and affordable that it makes me wonder why we ever spent money on take-out Thai food. This dish can be ready faster than the delivery version, and because you’re making it at home, you get to control the flavor. Make it as sweet or spicy as you like! Easy Coconut Curry…
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The first time I ever tasted curry was shortly after Brett and I got married. For a date night we went with some good friends for a scenic fall drive through the Alpine Loop (if you live in Utah, you know how beautiful the Alpine Loop is!). We planned to grab a bite at a new burger joint afterwards but by the time we got back it was late…
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Creamy, spiced Chicken Korma is the stuff dreams are made of. Loosen up those pants and make this delectable Indian dish at home! In the interest of full disclosure, I feel that I must confess to you that this is NOT a “light” recipe. But it is worth it. Seriously, you guys. Trust me on this one. Chicken Korma is one of those magical dishes…
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Want something spicy, hearty, and — above all — easy for dinner this week? Whip out your slow cooker and make this 5-ingredient (OK, 7, if you include salt and pepper!) green curry pork! It takes 15 minutes to set up, and will give you such tender, rich, and spicy pork curry. The secret ingredient to this pork curry is Thai green curry paste…
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This delicious butternut squash soup recipe not only celebrates one of my favourite vegetables, but two of my other favourite ingredients: ginger and coconut milk. Together they form an irresistible bowl of creamy heaven. The addition of red-lentils adds a little plant-based protein which transforms this soup into a complete meal. A few wise…
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If you look up comfort food in the dictionary, coconut red lentil dahl is bound to be listed amongst the dishes that are good for the soul. It’s warming, flavourful, full of beautiful colour and makes for a very happy belly. It’s a perfect Fall dish and I know we’re not quite there yet, but I may be starting to dream of boots, sweaters, pumpkins…
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“Sometimes I think I want to have another baby and so I go bake some bread to mull it over. A 40 min incubation period later and I’m rocking a warm snuggly bundle that isn’t wailing, chewing my nipples or crapping down my leg, but warmly snuggling into my hip as I rock it gently, and you know, I’m over it.” Today was one of those days, and…
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Frozen Pina Colada. Steve Lupton / Photolibrary / Getty Images Updated . While coconut is not one of the most common cocktail ingredients, it is essential for making some of the best tropical drinks around, the most iconic of which is the Piña Colada. Cream of coconut and coconut rum are the most popular forms of coconut, but there are a surprising…
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