Dressing Juice of two lemons 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp honey 1 tsp sumac Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil In a small bowl or jar, whisk together all the ingredients. 2 cups cooked brown lentils. 1 small purple onion, finely chopped Four stalks of green onion, finely chopped…
During the nine days leading up to the fast of Tisha b’Av, it is traditional to eat lentils. In 2007, Tisha B’Av fell on the evening of July 23, which happens to be Alan’s birthday. My extended family, including my grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins were in Israel for the upcoming wedding of my brother…
Yields 3 large rings, or 12–15 rolls 2 Tbsp active dry yeast 2½ cups warm water 1 cup sugar 3 large eggs ½ cup avocado oil or other neutral oil 1 tablespoon orange rind or orange blossom water. 8–10 cups all-purpose flour 1 egg, for egg wash Sesame seeds, for topping Blanched whole almonds, for…
Spicy Tuna Sauce 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 small red onion, finely chopped 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 5oz cans of tuna in oil 16oz can tomato paste 8 oz of water 3 tablespoons kalamata olives, chopped 1 tablespoon capers, chopped 1 teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Red…
Rosca have a texture that is similar to challah, but the flavor is unique. At the henna party beforE our wedding, Neil and I were dressed in the traditional Moroccan costume — embroidered caftans. Neil wore a red fez and I wore an elaborate bejeweled crown and neckpiece. A special moment of the celebration was…
2 lb fresh cod, cut to 3 inch cubes Kosher salt Marinade 1/4 cup olive oil 2 teaspoons chili oil or 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon sweet paprika Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh dill Preheat oven to 400°F. Place fish on a plate…
Avocado oil, for frying 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 medium leeks, white and pale green parts only, finely chopped 5 oz kale 5 oz baby spinach 1 bunch Italian parsley 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 cup potato starch 1/2 cup gluten free panko Salt & pepper 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp granulated…
No matter where you’re born or how you were raised, one thing is certain — the more vegetables you place on the table, the more your family will learn to love them and expect them My Nana Aziza was in her late 20s when she and my grandfather landed in the ma’aborot (transit camps) of…
1 cup extra virgin olive oil 12 garlic cloves, peeled 10oz cherry tomatoes Preheat oven to 350°F. Place oil, garlic and tomatoes in an ovenproof dish and bake for 20 minutes. Set aside. 8oz Feta Cheese 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt Lemon zest 2 tbsp garlic confit Freshly ground black pepper Place Feta, yogurt, zest…
Pairing the tender fish brochettes with the vibrant herb sauce and crispy potatoes reminded us of eating by the sea with the scent of saltwater in the air. The sepia engagement portrait of my beloved Nana Aziza and Aba Naji is legendary. He sits leaning in to her, looking off into the distance, dashingly handsome…
Bright, earthy and deeply refreshing, this salad brings together the forest-like aroma of fresh herbs with a sweet and nutty crunch. 1 bunch fresh parsley, roughly chopped 1 bunch fresh mint, roughly chopped 1 small bunch fresh dill, roughly chopped 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, roughly chopped 1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds…
Bright, earthy and deeply refreshing, this salad brings together the forest-like aroma of fresh herbs with a sweet and nutty crunch. The deep bond between my mother and her sister Mercedes endured despite decades of living on different continents, with my mother living in Los Angeles and my aunt in Haifa. Luckily for me, the…
1 pinch of saffron in 1 cup of boiling water Allow to sit for a few minutes until water turns a deep amber 1/4 cup olive oil 2 medium leeks, chopped or 1 large onion, chopped 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cubed 4 celery sticks, with leaves, diced 2 medium carrots, diced 1 red bell…
Meatballs 1 lb ground beef 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp sweet paprika 1 Tbsp chili oil 1 egg 1 medium onion, finely grated 1 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped 1 cup potato starch In a medium bowl, mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Set aside. 1/4…
1 large onion, finely diced8 large Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered1 dozen eggs1 bunch fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped1 tablespoon turmeric 2tablespoons consommé (optional)Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste1/2 cup vegetable oil, for frying Squeeze of lemon, for serving Boil potatoes and coarsely mash, leaving a few chunks. Preheat oven to 400 F.Sauté onions…
The meatballs are light and fluffy because they are filled with grated onion and potato starch. The addition of chili oil, paprika and cinnamon lends them a sublime, flavorful taste. You cannot imagine how surreal it is to be stuck in Israel during this time of war. All the places that make Israel iconic are…
12 lemons, washed and dried 1 cup kosher salt Remove the stem of the lemon. Quarter the lemon lengthwise, with two cuts three-quarters of the way. Make sure that the lemon stays intact. Stuff all sides of the lemon with a generous amount of salt and squeeze lemon closed. Place lemon inside a glass jar with…
1 lb tricolor cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise1 small red onion, thinly sliced1 bunch basil, torn1 ball burrata cheese1/4 cup olive oil1 lemon, juicedSalt and pepper, to tasteGenerous drizzle of balsamic glaze Arrange cherry tomatoes, purple onion and basil around the edges of a shallow bowl. Dress the salad with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and…
Yields 12-18 tarts (depending on size of the squares) 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, defrosted and cut into squares 2-3 ripe peaches, diced 1/3 cup blueberries 1/3 cup raspberries 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1 Tbsp cornstarch 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cardamom Pinch of salt 1 tsp fresh lemon…
Nothing says summer better than biting into a ripe peach. Peaches are sunshine, sweetness and home. Last Wednesday, Alan, our youngest daughter Shevy and I arrived at LAX, only to discover that the Amsterdam to Tel Aviv leg of our flight had been canceled. Somehow, the amazing supervisor on duty arranged for us to fly…
Meat Filling 2 table spoons olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 pounds beef (cheek, brisket or chuck) 1 tea spoon salt 1 teaspoon white pepper 1 tea spoon cumin 1 tea spoon coriander 1 tablespoon sweet paprika 1 bay leaf 1 cup water 1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes 1 cup chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons…
