Spicy Salmon

Spicy Salmon

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…

Maman’s Moroccan Fish

Maman’s Moroccan Fish

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…

The rustic Mushrooms Tart

The rustic Mushrooms Tart

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…

Biscochos Recipe

Biscochos Recipe

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…

Citrus Arugula Salad

Citrus Arugula Salad

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…

Sesame Brittle

Sesame Brittle

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…

Yemenite Lentil Soup

Yemenite Lentil Soup

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,…

Persian Almond Love Cake

Persian Almond Love Cake

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…

Meat Chamin

Meat Chamin

1 cup Cholent bean mix, soaked overnight 1 cup pearled barley, soaked overnight 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb beef shank or chuck roast 1 lb beef neck bones 2 large onions, diced 10 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 3 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp onion…

Roasted Purple Cabbage

Roasted Purple Cabbage

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 whole purple cabbage, cut into wedges 2 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper Tahini, for drizzle In a large heavy skillet, warm olive oil over medium high heat. Carefully place the cabbage wedges in the skillet. Sauté for 4 to 6 minutes, until golden brown. Flip…

Jeweled Couscous Salad

Jeweled Couscous Salad

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 lemons, juiced 2 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp granulated garlic powder In a jar or a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Set aside. 2 cups cooked couscous 1/2 cup dates, finely diced 1/2 cup figs, finely…

Kale and Funnel Salad

Kale and Funnel Salad

Pickled Onions 1 large red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup water 3 tbsp sugar 1 tbsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp sumac Place onion in a large jar with a tight-fitting lid. In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, bring vinegar, water, sugar and salt to a boil. Stir until the…

Pinwheel Cookies

Pinwheel Cookies

2 cups white sugar 1 large lemon 3 eggs 1 1/2 cups avocado or vegetable oil 3 tsp baking powder 4 cups all purpose flour 1/4 cup dark cocoa powder Place the sugars in a medium bowl. Zest the lemon directly into the sugar and massage with hands to ensure that the lemon oils flavor…

Fesanjan Recipe

Fesanjan Recipe

2 cups walnut halves 1/2 cup cold water 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 large onions, finely sliced 6 chicken thighs 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 cup pomegranate concentrate 1 cup cold water Pomegranate seeds and shredded mint leaves for garnish Place walnuts in a food processor…

Les Crepes

Les Crepes

3 large eggs, room temperature 2 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp oil 1/4 cup rum 2 cups whole milk 2 all purpose flour, sifted Drop of orange blossom water 1/2 cup whole milk, for thinning out the batter before cooking In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, oil, rum and milk until well combined….