The huge plus is that a super, simple sheet pan recipe results in a dish that looks so impressive and sophisticated. In the late 1960’s, when my grandparents emigrated from Israel to Australia, they lived in Hurstville. Their house was steps away from the Georges River in the quiet, idyllic Southern suburbs of Sydney. The only…
Oil, for roasting 5 sunchokes, washed and sliced into 1/4″ rounds 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces plus 4 drumsticks 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp sweet paprika 2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup extra Virginia olive oil 1/3 pomegranate molasses 1 lemon, juiced 6 garlic cloves, crushed…
Oil, for roasting 5 sunchokes, washed and sliced into 1/4 inch rounds 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces plus 4 drumsticks 2 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp sweet paprika 2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 pomegranate molasses 1 lemon, juiced 6 garlic cloves,…
9 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 2 Tbsp cocoa powder 1 tsp cinnamon Pinch of kosher salt 1 cup desiccated coconut 1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar 2 tsp unsalted butter, room temperature 1 1/2 Tbsp cocoa powder 3 Tbsp hot…
A classic Australian dessert chocolate coconut slice features a rich, dense, fudgy chocolate base packed with dried coconut, finished with a thick cocoa frosting and generously dusted with even more coconut. The summer after I graduated from Yeshiva University, my parents decided to move back to Australia. They rented a beautiful old house in Rose Bay…
*1½ cups long grain rice Directions *½ sliced onion Cook until tender, then drain. Prepare according to the package directions until fluffy.
Dough recipe. 4 Tbsp active dry yeast 5 cups warm water 2 Tbsp sugar 5 lbs bread flour 3/4 cup sugar 2 Tbsp salt 3 large eggs 1 cup avocado oil 1 egg and 1 Tbsp honey, beaten Toppings -sesame seeds, nigella seeds or poppy seeds. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Combine yeast, warm water…
Oil, for frying 2 leeks, white and pale green parts only, finely sliced 1 tsp sugar 1 medium parsnip, peeled and chopped into small chunks 2 medium Yukon, gold potatoes, peeled and chopped into 2 inch chunks 2 large eggs 1 Tbsp paprika 1 Tbsp turmeric 1 Tbsp kosher salt 1 tsp ground black pepper…
For me, and probably every other Iraqi Jew, kitchri is the quintessential meal of the Nine Days. For as long as I can remember, kitchri has always featured on the summer menu in the kichens of my grandmother Nana Aziza and my mother Nana Sue. A classic of the Iraqi Jewish kitchen, kitchri is both savory…
Creamy labne, earthy za’atar, crispy green cucumbers, juicy kumatos, bright, sweet & tangy pickled onion, citrusy lemon, evoo & crunchy pistachios make this salad perfection on a plate!
2 cups basmati rice, washed and drained 1 cup red lentils, washed and drained 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 large onion, finely diced 4 Roma tomatoes, diced 2 tsp cumin 2 tsp turmeric 2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper 4 Tbsp tomato paste 4 1/2 cups water Topping 1/4…
Smoky Sauce 4 tbsp tomato paste 2 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp granulated garlic powder 2 tbsp onion soup mix 2 tsp smoked paprika 6 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup soy sauce In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients until well combined. Set aside. 3 lb chuck or shoulder roast 2 onions, cut in…
A symbol of hospitality, families bake batches for holidays, family celebrations and visits with friends and relatives. If you are friends with any Sephardic or Middle Eastern Jew, you’ve probably heard of ka’ak, traditional ring shaped cookies. Ka’ak are flaky, crispy and savory, sometimes generously coated with sesame seeds or flecked with anise. Deceptively simple, they…
Barbecue Sauce 1 cup tomato paste 1 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup silan 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tbsp smoked paprika 2 tbsp granulated garlic powder 2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp ground black pepper Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Store unused sauce in an airtight container for up…
2 eggs 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup orange juice 1 cup avocado oil 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1 tablespoon vanilla 2 tablespoons orange blossom water(optional) ½ cup toasted sesame seeds 2 tablespoons anise seeds, ground 2 tablespoons cumin or caraway seeds 2 tablespoons baking powder 5-6 cups flour 1 cup raw almonds 1 egg for…
This recipe is traditional and personal at the same time, which feels fitting. Natalie and I met at the Dr. Sandwich restaurant on Olympic Boulevard, when she introduced herself after recognizing me as one of the Sephardic Spice Girls. I was lucky enough to meet her sweet children and lovely husband and we felt like instant…
Tahini Ginger Dip/Dressing by Adeena Sussman 1 medium carrot, roughly chopped 1/3 cup pure tahini paste 3 Tbsp water 3 Tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar 3 Tbsp neutral oil 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil 2 Tbsp sugar 1 ½ tsp kosher salt 2″ piece of fresh ginger, peeled 2 garlic cloves, peeled In a blender, combine…
Nowadays, as a mother and grandmother, I need to cook healthy, nutritious meals and sweet potatoes are one of my favorite ingredients. My career in retail started early. As young children, my brother Rafi and I would accompany my mother to various Westfield malls in Sydney, where she worked as a manager at David’s World of…
1 medium carrot, roughly chopped 1/3 cup pure tahini paste 3 Tbsp water 3 Tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar 3 Tbsp neutral oil 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil 2 Tbsp sugar(I used coconut sugar) 1½ tsp kosher salt 2″ piece of fresh ginger, peeled 2 garlic cloves, peeled In a blender, combine the carrot, tahini, water,…
4 large Yukon, gold potatoes, washed and sliced in 3/4″ circles 1 lb ground beef. One medium onion, grated. 4 large garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 2 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsp sweet paprika 1 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped 1/2 cup potato starch 1 egg 2 tsp…
Dijon Vinaigrette 1/4 cup olive oil 1 medium lemon, juiced 2 tsp Dijon mustard Salt and pepper, to taste In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice and Dijon mustard until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. 1 lb baby potatoes, washed 4 large eggs 8 oz haricots vert, trimmed…
