Galouti kebab is a traditional Indian kebab that’s especially popular in Lucknow. The dish consists of ground lamb or mutton that’s marinated in a combination of ground ginger, garlic, cloves, papaya, black cardamom, poppy seeds, peppercorns, cinnamon, coconut, mace, cardamom, chili powder, and nutmeg. After a few hours, the marinated […]
Appetizers
Indian Sago Fritters | (साबूदाना वड़ा – Sabudana Vada)
0 commentsThese crispy Indian fritters consist of a combination of soaked tapioca pearls, mashed potatoes, roasted and crushed peanuts, and a variety of spices such as turmeric, chili, ginger, and fresh coriander. Sabudana vada fritters can be found at many stalls throughout Maharashtra and are especially popular in Mumbai. Since they […]
Korean Kimchi Pancake (김치전 – Kimchijeon)
0 commentsIn its simplest form, this South Korean pancake incorporates sliced kimchi, preferably ripe version, with a simple flour batter. The dish belongs to a wide group of jeon—savory Korean pancakes—and it is easily adapted with various ingredients such as chili paste (gochujang), ground meat, or other vegetables. The pancakes are […]
Korean Stir Fried Octopus | (낙지볶음 – Nakji Bokkeum)
0 commentsStir-fried octopus is a classic Korean banchan (side dish). It is usually prepared with a small-sized octopus that is sliced and then fried in a flavorful combination of garlic, ginger, and gochujang chili paste, while other additions include sliced vegetables such as onions, scallions, cucumbers, chili peppers, or zucchinis. The […]
Korean Crispy Potato Pancakes | (감자전 -Gamjajeon)
0 commentsGamjajeon is a type of Korean pancake prepared with grated or puréed potatoes, while some varieties may include scallions, chives, carrots, or onions. The pancakes are usually small and round and should be pan-fried until perfectly crispy on the outside. They make for an excellent snack, side dish, or an […]
Chinese Pork and Chive Dumplings | (餃子 – Jiǎozi)
0 commentsThese Chinese dumplings known as jiaozi, consisting of a thinly rolled piece of dough which contains either meat or a vegetable filling, are one of the most popular and most commonly eaten dishes in China and East Asia. They can be served either as an appetizer, a side dish, or […]
Chinese Stuffed Flatbread | (燒餅 – Shāobǐng)
0 commentsKnown as a common snack food in Northern China, shaobing is a type of layered flatbread, typically topped with sesame seeds. It is made with multiple layers of dough brushed with sesame paste and resembles a flattened bread roll. Shaobing originated in the Shandong province, but today it can be […]
Chinese Kung Pao Chicken | (宫保鸡 – Gōng Bǎo Jī)
0 commentsA staple of westernized Chinese cuisine and one of the favorite dishes of foreigners in China, kung pao chicken is a spicy stir-fry dish made with diced chicken, vegetables, peanuts, and Sichuan peppercorns. It was invented in the Sichuan Province and has a unique, interesting origin story. In the 19th […]
Chinese Fried Breasticks | (油條 – Yóutiáo)
0 commentsYoutiao is one of the most popular breakfast foods in China, consisting of Chinese breadsticks that are fried in pairs and connected in the middle. The result is a puffy snack that is crispy on the exterior and tender on the interior. Youtiao dates back to the Song Dynasty when […]
Chinese Chicken and Shrimp Dumplings | (烧卖 – Shāomai)
0 commentsShumai, literally translated as to cook and sell, is a staple of dim sum cuisine consisting of an open-topped dumpling filled with steamed ground pork, and sometimes finely chopped shrimp or Chinese black mushrooms. When it’s cooked, shumai is often garnished with a single pea, a fish egg, or a […]