3 tablespoons avocado or vegetable oil1 medium butternut squash,peeled, seeded and diced4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced6 medium carrots, peeled and diced2 parsnips, peeled and diced2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon turmeric1 teaspoon cinnamon1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper2 tablespoons avocado oil1 large onion, finely chopped4 white squash or…
Sweet and nutty, this rich, creamy soup has the smooth, airy texture of soufflé. The most surprising thing that happened at our recent Sephardic Spice Girl cooking demonstration at Beth Jacob Congregation? The reaction to our Winter Harvest Squash Soup! We were worried that the audience was getting hungry and restless, so we sent out cups…
36 large Madjool dates2 cups almond flour1 ¼ cups confectioners sugar¼ cup water1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon orange blossom wateror rose water Make a horizontal slit in each date (do not cut all the way through) and remove the pits. In a food processor fitted with a blade, combine the almond flour and sugar, slowly…
Marrakesh was magically transplanted to the beach of Chable Maroma on the Mexican Riviera, with Moroccan lanterns flickering with candlelight setting the scene. The vibe was Old World charm meets New World chic when Rachel and Neil hosted their son’s henna party. Marrakesh was magically transplanted to the beach of Chable Maroma on the Mexican…
36 large Madjool dates 2 cups almond flour 1 ¼ cups confectioners sugar ¼ cup water 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 teaspoon orange blossom water or rose water Make a horizontal slit in each date (do not cut all the way through) and remove the pits. In a food processor fitted with a blade, combine the almond flour and…
Almost 30 years ago, when our friend Yosi was dating his wife Esther, he was amazed that her family in Florida and Brooklyn served the same cookies that his grandmother had baked for him when he was a little boy growing up in Jerusalem.Yosi’s maternal grandmother was born in Aleppo, Syria. When she was a…
3 tablespoons avocado or canola oil1 whole chicken, cut into pieces1 large onion, diced2 large tomatoes, diced3 potatoes, large dice2 teaspoons kosher salt2 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon ginger powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon turmeric1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon chili powder, if desired1 small canned jalapeño peppers2 cups tomato sauce3 cups water In a large pot, warm…
Recipe 2 pounds small white turnips, peeledand cut into 1/4 inch thick batons1 cup water2 cups apple cider vinegar2 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons kosher salt2 teaspoons mustard seeds1 medium beet, peeled and cut intothin slices Place turnip batons in a large bowl. In a medium sauce pan over medium heat, bring the water, vinegar, sugar, salt…
If you’ve been to an Israeli restaurant, you’ve seen em’chalala, the pretty pink batons of brined turnip. Once upon a time, in exotic lands far away, our grandmothers and great grandmothers fed their families according to the seasons. The rhythm of life for the Jews of the Middle East and North Africa was dictated by the…
Semolina Kubbah For the filling1 pound ground beef1/2 cup finely chopped Italian parsley1 medium onion, grated2 teaspoons baharat1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon pepper For the dough1 cup farina1 cup semolina1 cup warm water1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon pepper In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian parsley, grated onion, baharat, salt and pepper. Set aside….
A classic Iraqi dish, kubbah shwandar is a vibrant magenta beet broth with meat-filled semolina dumplings. Rachel and I spend a lot of time talking about food. We reminisce about all the amazing meals we’ve eaten. We make lists of recipes we want to try. We consider what produce is in season and we plan…
12 lemons, washed and dried1 cup kosher or sea saltRemove the stem of the lemon and make one cut down halfway, then crisscross the lemon and make another cut halfway, making sure that the lemon stays intact in four sections.Stuff all sides of the lemon with a good quantity of salt and squeeze lemon closed.Place…
Freekeh has a rich, nutty flavor and can be cooked like rice and barley. It makes an excellent addition to soups, stews and pilafs. Move over quinoa. There’s a new grain in the kitchen. Freekeh is the new (rather ancient) grain darling of the foodie scene! Called carmel in ancient Hebrew, it is mentioned in…
For centuries, Sephardic women have soaked almonds and ground them to make almond cakes. Many, many years ago, whenever my grandparents would land at LAX from Sydney, Australia, their first stop was at the Culver City cottage of Trinh Le. Trinh Le was a petite old lady who packed a powerful punch. She was a devout…
Almond Cake Recipe 4 large eggs 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup coconut or avocado oil 1 teaspoon almond extract 2 cups almond flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Confectioners sugar, for garnish Preheat oven to 350°F.In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, then add sugar.Beat to a creamy consistency, then add oil and mix well. Add…
Ingredients 2 teaspoons yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 1 1/4 cup warm water 3 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt vegetable or peanut oil for frying 3-6 baby carrots to absorb the burnt black crumbs and keep the oil clear sugar, for dusting In a small bowl, add the yeast and sugar, then add the…
1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and grated by hand or in a food processor 1 small red onion grated 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup vegetable oil In a large bowl mix together potatoes, onion, flour, eggs, salt, and pepper. Heat oil in…
Hanukkah is truly the coziest, most joyous time of the year. Artemisia Gentileschi was a famous Baroque artist who lived in the Florence of the Medici and the Rome of the Popes. Her dramatic paintings are filled with heroines from the Bible. But it is the audacious story of Judith, a young widow and unlikely…
Thanks to Sharon and Rachel’s expansive collection of recipes, I have discovered a way to respectfully explore my Sephardic heritage. Jewish cooking in my f wasamily has always been an act of revival and reconnection. My family, though very dedicated to Judaism, has very few Jewish recipes that have been preserved throughout the generations. Growing…
Malabi2 13 1/2oz cans coconut milk2/3 cup water1/3 cup sugar4 tablespoons cornstarch2 teaspoons rose water Berry Sauce1 pound raspberries1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice For GarnishPomegranates, raspberries or strawberriesCoconut flakesPistachios, unsalted & shelled Shake coconut milk well. Then open cans and pour contents into a medium pan.Add 1/4 cup water.Add sugar and stir well….
1 kabocha squash, about 2 1/2-3 pounds ¼ cup olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt ¼ cup avocado or expeller pressed safflower oil ¼ cup currants 1/3 cup pistachios or slivered almonds ½ cup chopped Italian parsley Pinch of saltPreheat oven to 400°F. Wash the exterior of the squash thoroughly, then place on a microwave-safe…
