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….

Fried Potato Kubbah Recipe

Fried Potato Kubbah Recipe

The Shell 2 lbs russet potatoes, washed and scrubbed 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup breadcrumbs 1 egg, beaten with a little water 1/2 cup oil, for frying Carrot sticks, for frying The Filling 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 tsp paprika…

Burmuelo Recipe

Burmuelo Recipe

1 tsp active dry yeast 1 tsp sugar Pinch of salt 1 egg Zest of one orange (optional) 2 cups warm water 3 cups all purpose flour Canola or vegetable oil, for frying Baby carrots, for frying In a large bowl, mix ½ cup of water with the yeast and sugar. Allow the yeast to…

Rosquitas

Rosquitas

3 eggs ½ cup sugar ½ cup oil ½ cup orange juice Pinch of salt Rind of one orange 1/2 Tblsp baking powder Mix all ingredients and then start adding flour until you form a nice dough, not too firm not too sticky. About 4-5 cups flour Let rise 2-3 hours. Cut dough into six…

Shredded beef

Shredded beef

2-3 lbs beef cheek meat or pot roast/ brisket Salt, to taste 2 tsp black pepper 1 tbsp olive oil 2 large onions, diced 2 leeks, sliced 2 bay leaf 112oz bottle of favorite beer 2 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 bunch cilantro or parsley, roughly chopped Season both sides of beef with salt and pepper….

Sfenj

Sfenj

2 teaspoons yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 11/4 cup warm water 3 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt vegetable or peanut oil for frying 3-6 baby carrots sugar, for dusting In a small bowl, add the yeast and sugar, then add the warm water, cover with a tea towel and allow to proof for 5…

Roasted Turkey Breast with Potatoes & Chestnuts

Roasted Turkey Breast with Potatoes & Chestnuts

This aromatic one-pan winter roast features juicy turkey breast served with rustic potatoes and savory chestnuts. The wine and mustard marinade elevate the flavor, making this festive platter perfect for Shabbat and holidays. This dish guarantees effortless elegance and cozy comfort!  1 (6-pound) turkey breast  6–8 large Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into big…

Orange Olive Oil Cake

Orange Olive Oil Cake

3 large eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 cup plain almond milk 1 1/3 cups extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/4 cup Grand Marnier or triple sec 2 tsp vanilla extract Zest of 1 orange 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda …