6 large eggs 3/4 cup sugar, divided 1/2 tsp kosher salt 2 tsp vanilla extract 1/3 cup avocado oil 2 Tbsp coffee, cooled 12 oz. bittersweet chocolate chips, melted Avocado oil, for greasing Preheat the oven to 335°F. Line the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper, then grease the sides with oil. To…
3 cups raw almonds 2 cups granulated sugar Zest of 1 large orange Olive oil, to brush on parchment paper Roast almonds at 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking them halfway through. In a heavy saucepan, heat the sugar over medium heat. When the sugar has completely melted and is a light amber color,…
Morocco has always had a deep connection to almonds, where they have grown for centuries and where they are central to many festive foods. The oil embargo of 1973 and the global economic recession that followed had a direct impact on my family in Sydney, Australia. Mortgage rates skyrocketed and my father had to pivot…
1 2-3 lb fillet of salmon, cut into 2” squares 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 8 large garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 large yellow onions, finely sliced 3 tsp sea salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 2 Tbsp sweet paprika 1 Tbsp turmeric 2 tsp garlic powder 4 Roma or plum tomatoes, sliced into thin…
We made this recipe Passover-friendly because who doesn’t need an easy one-skillet dish that is healthy and delicious!?! My uncle Menasse loved a good dark, spicy fish dish. Whenever our extended family gathered around the Friday night table, I enjoyed watching his excitement when the fish course was served. He was the one who would…
3 lbs of branzino, filleted and cut into pieces 1/4 tsp kosher salt, for salting fish 1/4 cup olive oil 6 garlic cloves, finely sliced 1 Tbsp cumin 2 Tbsp sweet paprika 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp white pepper 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 red pepper, sliced in thin strips 1 yellow…
Ingredients 1 sheet frozen Israeli savory dough or puff pastry, thawed 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced 1 lb cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 lb shiitake mushrooms, sliced 4 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 sprig rosemary 1 large egg + 1 tbsp water, beaten (for egg wash) Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions Preheat oven…
Pickling Juice 1 cup water 2 cups white vinegar 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 2 tbsp kosher salt 1 tbsp curry powder 1 tbsp turmeric In a large pot, bring the water, vinegar, sugar, salt and spices to a boil over medium heat. Vegetables for Pickling 1…
Tangy, bright and filled with irresistible umami flavor, turshi is the perfect complement to burgers, kebabs and chicken, as well as the perfect foil for eggs and salads. Recently, Alan and I had a very humorous discussion of the psychological divide between Ashkenazim and Sephardim on healthcare. We always joke that Alan knows a lot…
4 eggs 1 cup sugar 2/3 cup oil 1 teaspoon vanilla 5 cups cake flour 2 tsp baking powder 2 tsp vanilla essence Pinch of salt 1/4 tsp baking soda Toppings 1/4 cup fine sugar 2 teaspoon cinnamon Or Color sprinkles 1 egg, beaten with 1/2 tsp water Preheat oven to 350°F. In a stand…
Dough 4 cups all purpose flour, sifted 1/2 cup powdered sugar 2 tsp baking powder Pinch of salt 7 oz cold butter or parve shortening, cubed 1/4 cup avocado oil 2/3 cup orange juice 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp orange zest Filling 1 lb date baking paste 1 cup crushed pecans 1 tsp cinnamon powder…
A favorite of the Ladino kitchen, the recipe for this traditional cookie dates all the way back to medieval Spain Our friend (Queen) Esther bakes the most amazing ma’amul cookies. Ma’amul are a traditional shortbread semolina cookie filled with dates, nuts and spices that originated in the Levant. They are very popular for every family…
Red wine vinaigrette dressing 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp red wine vinegar. 1 tsp sumac 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 2 tsp honey Whisk all the ingredients in a bowl or jar. Set aside until ready to serve the salad. 8 oz mixed baby greens 8 oz arugula 1 cup…
Almond Macaroons Ingredients: 1 cup sugar 3 egg 3 cups Almonds ground finely, or almond flour whites 1 tsp cardamom 1tsp cinnamon 1 Tbsp rose water or 2 tsp almond extract Separate 3 egg whites from egg yolks in two bowls, you will not be using the yolks. With a fork beat egg whites until…
When making sesame brittle, make sure to lay out all the utensils and have the ingredients pre-measured. Working with hot sugar means having to work quickly, before it has a chance to harden. 2. The tricky part is to roll the brittle thin. We recommend using a stone countertop or a Silpat non-stick mat on…
Serves 12 12 eggs 1 egg, beaten for egg wash Dough 7 cups all purpose or bread flour, divided 3/4 cup sugar 3 Tbsp active dry yeast 2 1/2 cups warm water 1/2 cup avocado oil 1 Tbsp salt 2 Tbsp anise seeds Place 12 eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water….
For Purim, the Jewish communities of North Africa bake a special Purim bread roll called Ojos de Haman (eyes of Haman), with a whole egg cradled in the bread, with two strips of dough on top forming an X. The first time I remember receiving a mishloach manot is as a very young girl in…
12 chicken thighs, bone in, skin on 2 tsp granulated garlic powder 1 tsp ground black pepper. 2 tsp kosher salt 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 lemon, cut into eight wedges 10 garlic cloves, peeled 10 rosemary sprigs 1/2 cup lemon juice Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat chicken thighs, dry and place in a…
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 medium onions, diced 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon finely ground black pepper 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 teaspoon hawaiij 3 tablespoons parve consommé powder, optional 6 cloves garlic, minced 4 stalks celery, sliced 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced 2 large Yukon gold potatoes,…
Love is precious and this Persian Love Cake is the perfect way to show a little love to your friends and family. The stars were aligned the night I met Neil. It was February 10th, 1989 and it was at a Moroccan themed party held by the Sephardic Educational Center. My brother’s friend Yvette encouraged…
Syrup 1/3 cup honey Juice of 1 orange Slice of orange rind 1 tsp ground cardamom or cinnamon 1 tsp rose water, optional In a small pot, warm the honey, orange juice, orange rind and cardamom to a slow boil over medium heat. Stir with a wooden spoon to ensure ingredients are combined. When the…
