Saffron and paprika are the trademark spices of this dish, lending sweet, floral, earthy and complex flavor. If you have ever toured Barcelona, you know that the city is all about the sparkling blue sea and bustling port, the whimsically quirky Gaudi architecture and the grand medieval architecture of the Barcelona Cathedral, the art of…
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Best friends Sharon Gomperts and Rachel Sheff are the dynamic duo behind the Sephardic Spice Girls on social media. Together, they share online recipes, history and cultural anecdotes about Sephardic and Middle Eastern Jewish heritage. They started the account to teach people about Sephardic culture (which hails from Spain, North Africa…
Mushroom Malawach1 package Malawach doughVegetable oil spray Invert a round cast iron pot or wok and place over medium heat. Spray bottom of the pan When pan is super hotPlace Malawach on top for a few minutes until golden, flip it over and cook the other side. Mushroom Topping 1/4 cup olive oil4 cups sliced mushrooms, any combination…
Dressing2 limes, juiced2 tablespoon argan oil or a fruity extravirgin olive oil1 teaspoon sweet paprika1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon kosher salt In a bowl, whisk the lime juice and olive oil, then add paprika, cayenne and salt.Set aside. 3 medium oranges, chilled in therefrigerator1/2 cup oil-cured dried black olives, pitted1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds or 1/8…
This salad is lovely and so refreshing when served with cold oranges. Easy to make, so pretty and healthy too. Recently, I was sitting in my office and my phone rings and I see that the call is from David Suissa, editor of the Jewish Journal. I get a little nervous because I’m wondering “What…
This week we wanted to highlight the work of our online friend Ilda Dabda, creator of Inspired By Solange My children have politely told me to stay off TikTok and that’s just fine with me. I spend plenty of time (let’s be honest—way too much time) on my other social media. Checking my Facebook notifications…
We marinated these ribs in a fabulous mix of spicy harissa, red wine and a tablespoon of Silan (sweet date syrup). The great thing is there’s no measuring and no mess—just put the boneless ribs & everything else into a big Ziploc bag & let sit for 20 minutes. Then throw on the grill. The…
Carciofi Recipe 12 baby artichokes3 lemonsOil for frying (olive oil is traditional,we used avocado oil)Kosher salt INSTRUCTIONS Place artichokes in a large bowl of water. Squeeze the juice from two lemons over the artichokes, then add the lemon rinds into the water. This will prevent artichokes from browning. Remove the dark green spiky outer leaves…
A trip to Bella Roma will always be memorable. Magnificent art, awesome architecture, ancient ruins, fabulous fashion, mouthwatering food and breathtaking natural beauty. Any trip to Rome requires a visit to the Roman Ghetto. A hidden jewel bordered by the Tiber River and the Piazza Venezia, the Ghetto features amazing kosher ristorantes, old style bakeries,…
1 lb ground beef1 onion, finely chopped1 cup finely chopped Italian parsley2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon turmeric1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon garlic powderFreshly ground black pepper Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and let the meat rest in the…
The warmer weather and longer days put us in the mood for outdoor dining. The shift in the weather is imperceptible. The day starts cool and grey but warms up a little more quickly and by noon the sun is shimmering and golden. The palm trees stand sentinel, patiently waving their green fronds, silhouetted against…
This week we commemorate the beautiful holiday of Shavuot, Z’man Matan Torateinu (Giving of the Torah). We learn Torah all night and indulge in deliciously dairy meals The Jewish people have been patiently counting the Omer for the past seven weeks. And now it’s time for their reward—cheesecake! This week we commemorate the beautiful holiday…
Tzatziki Ingredients 1/2 English cucumber1/2 tsp salt, or to taste16 oz Cold plain Greek yogurt , (2 cups, either full fat or fat-free will work)1 1/2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, Juice of 1/2 lemon; please squeeze a real lemon3 to 4 garlic cloves, peeled and grated1/3 cup chopped dill3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1/4 tsp…
Berry Cheesecake Crust2 cups Graham cracker crumbs1 stick butter, melted1/3 cup sugar Preheat oven to 325°F.Grease a 9 inch springform pan.Combine Graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and sugar, until it has the texture of sand.Press mixture into the bottom of the cake pan and about 1 inch up the sides.Bake for 10 minutes, until lightly…
For the crust: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 cup unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing For the filling: 4 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature4 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups sugar1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon zest4 large eggs, at room temperature Fruit topping: 1/2 cup…
IngredientsDough4 cups flour1 tablespoon yeast1/2 cup sugar2/3 cup milk (or water)2 whole eggs1 stick of butter (or margarine)1 tspn vanilla extractFILLING-16 oz whipped cream cheese1/2 cup sugar1 egg yolk2 tablespoons vanilla sugar2 tablespoons corn starch2 tablespoons vanilla pudding mixDirectionsTo form the dough combine flour,yeast, sugar, milk, eggs, and vanillainto a soft, slightly sticky dough.Let rest…
Ingredients1 cup chopped onion2 cloves garlic,chopped1 1/2 lb spinach1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon salt1/4 cup chopped fresh dill1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 cup feta cheese, crumbled1 cup ricotta cheese1/2 package of phyllo pastry sheets Olive oil to brush sheetsDirectionsPreheat the oven to 400FSauté chopped onion in olive oiluntil golden, then add garlic.Add spinach and cook…
KARNABIT FRITA (Turkish Fried Cauliflower ) 1 large head cauliflower For coating: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 eggs, lightly beaten For sauce:1/4 cup olive oil1 large onion, chopped3 stalks of celery, sliced1 cup tomato sauce1 cup water or vegetable stockJuice of 2 lemonsSalt, to tastePepper, to tasteRinse and trim cauliflower. Soak in boiling salted water for…
Recipe Stuffing 1lb dried chickpeas 4 tablespoons olive oil 4 onions, finely diced 1 1/2 tablespoon curry powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin Salt and pepper Wash the chickpeas and soak overnight in lightly salted water. Place chickpeas and soaking water in a large saucepan. Cover with more water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat…
Imagine an Indian samosa but with meaty ground chickpeas and caramelized onion perfectly seasoned with cumin and curry powder surrounded by a fluffy, crispy dough. Many Shabbat afternoons of my childhood were spent at the Bondi apartment of my great uncle Nuri and his wife Auntie Tina. We were in Sydney, Australia but we may…
Recipe Slice eggplant into 1/2 inch thick rounds. Sprinkle kosher salt on the eggplant, place in a colander and allow to drain for an hour. Place on a baking tray and roast at 400F until golden brown. Chop tomato 🍅 and parsley 🌿 and just before serving sprinkle with kosher salt, pepper, juice of 1…
