Recipes

Rachel’s Dafina 1 16 ounce bag garbanzo beans,soaked overnight1 whole head of garlic, unpeeled withtop cut off2 pounds boneless cheek meat (anyfatty meat will work)3-4 marrow bones (optional)12 small red potatoes, washed2 large sweet potatoes, peeled & halved1 large onion, peeled and halved2 pitted dates1 tablespoon honeySalt and pepperOlive oilWater1 dozen eggs, rinsed Assemble: In…

2 pounds boneless chicken breast,cut to desired size¼ cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar1 tablespoon garlic powder1 gallon size freezer bag2 cups all-purpose flour2-3 large eggs1 teaspoon salt4 cups panko crumbs(any flavor you prefer)Avocado or vegetable oil for frying1 carrot for frying In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar and garlic powder….

4 tablespoons olive oil1 large onion, finely chopped 6 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon garlic powder2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, chopped3 large white squash2 14oz cans chopped tomatoes 2 cans cannellini or white beans, washed & drained1/2 cup frozen peas1/2 cup frozen green beans6 cups vegetable stock or water In…

Cheesy Burekas Filling2 large russet potatoes1/2 pound of feta cheese, crumbled1 cup parmesan cheese2 eggs Boil the potatoes in a pot over medium heat until fork tender, 7-10 minutes.Peel the potatoes, mash and let cool.Add feta and parmesan cheese and eggs and mix all the ingredients. Dough1 cup cold water3/4 cup avocado or vegetable oil1…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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….

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…

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…

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…

2 pounds cod, seabass, sole or halibut,fillets, cut into pieces1 teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder2 large eggs1 cup flourSunflower oil for frying 2 small carrot sticks Wash the fish fillets, arrange on a plate and pat dry with paper towel.Sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic powder.In a small bowl,…

1 pound white beans, soaked overnight1 large onion, diced3 cloves garlic, chopped1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 1/2 tablespoons sweet red paprika1 teaspoon cumin2 tablespoons tomato paste2 tablespoons Pareve chicken consomméWhite pepper and salt, to taste2 bay leaves8 cups waterSauté onion in olive oil over medium heat until onion becomes translucent. Add drained beans, garlic,…

(Makes between 12-18 ktitzot)Avocado or vegetable oil for greasing1 lb lean ground beef1 large onion, grated1 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro1/4 cup chopped green onion1/2 cup potato starch1 large egg3 teaspoons shawarma spice mix1/2 teaspoon kosher saltFreshly ground black pepper In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, herbs, potato starch, egg and…

1-2 lbs white fish fillet (sea bass or branzino )1 tablespoon kosher salt1 large leek, finely chopped 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 golden or red potatoes thinly sliced2 Roma tomatoes cut into quarters1 red bell pepper sliced1/2 cup white wine1 lemon slicedHandful of cilantro, parsley and dill roughly chopped.  Salt the fish and let sit…