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📌 Ingredients (Makes ~10–12 kyufte): Meat mixture: 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef (or half beef, half pork for juiciness) 1 small onion, very finely grated or minced 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional but common) 1 egg 2–3 tbsp breadcrumbs (or stale bread soaked and squeezed out) 1 tsp baking soda (helps fluffiness) 1 tbsp cold water or soda water (improves texture) Seasonings: 1 ½ tsp salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked) 1 tsp cumin (ground) (very traditional flavor!) 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley ½ tsp savory (чубрица) (a key Bulgarian herb – optional but recommended) Optional add-ins: 1 tbsp oil (sunflower or olive) A pinch of chili flakes for heat A dash of vinegar (some regional variants include it) 🍳 Preparation Steps: 1. Mix the Meat In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, and breadcrumbs. Add the egg, baking soda, cold water, and all seasonings. Knead the mixture thorough...

  Ambuyat is a traditional dish that originates from Brunei , particularly Bandar Seri Begawan , the capital city. It is also popular in parts of Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysia , as well as among some communities in Kalimantan, Indonesia . Servings : 4 Preparation Time : 15 minutes Cooking Time : 10 minutes Difficulty : Moderate 🧂 Ingredients For the Ambuyat: 1 cup sago starch (also called sago flour or linut ) 2.5 to 3 cups boiling water Chandas (traditional bamboo fork) or chopsticks for serving For Cacah Binjai (Fermented Mango Dip): 2 tbsp belacan (shrimp paste) 2–3 cloves garlic , minced 2–3 red chilies , chopped (adjust to heat preference) 1 tbsp brown sugar or palm sugar ½ tsp salt 1–2 fermented mangoes ( binjai ) or 1 fresh mango + 1 tsp vinegar (substitute) 2 tbsp lime juice (or tamarind paste for variation) 1–2 tbsp water (to adjust consistency) 🍽️ Equipment Mixing bowl Wooden spoon or whisk Heat-resistant b...

Feijoada – the beloved Brazilian black bean and pork stew , often considered Brazil’s national dish . This hearty, rich dish is typically enjoyed during weekends with family or friends and pairs beautifully with rice, collard greens, orange slices, and farofa. 🍽️ Serves: 8 ⏱️ Prep Time: 30 minutes ⏱️ Cook Time: 3–4 hours 🌶️ Difficulty: Moderate 🥘 Cuisine: Brazilian 🧂 Ingredients For the Stew: 500 g (1.1 lb) dried black beans , soaked overnight 300 g (10 oz) pork shoulder , cut into 2–3 cm chunks 200 g (7 oz) chorizo or linguiça calabresa (smoked sausage), sliced 150 g (5 oz) pork belly or bacon , diced 150 g (5 oz) smoked ribs or smoked pork hock 2 bay leaves 1 large onion , finely chopped 4 cloves garlic , minced 1 tbsp vegetable oil or lard 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional) Salt & pepper , to taste Water or stock , enough to cover the beans by 2 inches Optional Meats (for authenticity): Pig’s ears, trotters, tail ,...

  🕰️ Total Time: Prep : 20 min Cook : 60 min Serves : 4–6 🐓 Ingredients For the Chicken Stew: 1 whole chicken (cut into pieces) or 1.5 kg chicken thighs/legs 2 tbsp cooking oil (sunflower or canola) 1 large onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 2 large tomatoes, chopped 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp curry powder 1 tsp chili flakes (optional) 1 tsp ground black pepper Salt to taste 3 cups water or chicken stock 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped 2 potatoes, peeled and diced Fresh coriander or parsley for garnish (optional) For the Dumplings ( Madombi ): 2 cups cake flour or all-purpose flour 1 tbsp sugar 1 tsp salt 2 tsp baking powder 2 tbsp margarine or butter About ¾ cup warm water or milk (adjust for consistency) 🔥 Instructions 🧑🏽‍🍳 Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Stew Season and Brown the Chicken Pat chicken pieces dry, season lightly with sal...

  Prep Time: 20 minutes Rest Time: 1–12 hours (optional, for flavor) Cook Time: 15–20 minutes Servings: 4–6 🥩 Ingredients: For the Ćevapi: 500g ground beef (preferably chuck, 80/20 lean/fat ratio) 250g ground lamb (or veal) 250g ground pork (optional, for juiciness – not traditional in all regions) 4 cloves garlic, minced or grated 1 tsp baking soda (for tenderness) 1½ tsp fine sea salt 1 tsp black pepper ½ tsp paprika (optional) ¼ cup sparkling mineral water or plain cold water (adds lightness) Optional: A touch of beef stock powder for umami For Serving: Lepinja (flatbread, soft and chewy) Finely chopped raw onion Ajvar (pepper-based condiment) Sour cream (optional) Sliced tomato and cucumber (optional) 🍳 Instructions: 1. Prepare the Meat Mixture In a large bowl, combine all the ground meats. Add garlic, salt, pepper, baking soda, paprika (if using), and water. Mix thoroughly by hand or with a stand mixer ...

  🍽 Serves: 2–3 ⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes ⏱ Cook Time: 15 minutes 🧂 Ingredients Green chili peppers – 10–15 (large, mild to medium spicy, e.g., Anaheim or banana peppers) Red chili peppers – 3–5 (optional for color or added heat) Garlic – 4 cloves, thinly sliced Onion – 1 medium, sliced thinly Tomato – 1 medium (optional), diced Cheese – ½ cup (preferably Bhutanese datshi cheese or substitute with feta, farmer's cheese, or processed cheese like Laughing Cow or mozzarella + feta) Butter – 1 tbsp (unsalted) Water – 1 cup Salt – to taste 🍳 Instructions Prepare the chilies: Wash and slice the chilies lengthwise or cut into halves. If you're using extremely hot chilies, you can deseed some to control the heat. Cook the base: In a medium pot, add the sliced chilies, onions, garlic, and tomato (if using). Pour in 1 cup of water and add salt to taste. Simmer: Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a boil. Reduce th...

👨‍🍳 Servings: 4 individual cakes ⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes ⏲️ Cook Time: 10–12 minutes 📍 Origin: France (inspired by French fondant au chocolat) 📝 Ingredients: For the cakes: 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing) 4 oz (115g) bittersweet or dark chocolate (60–70% cacao), chopped 2 whole eggs 2 egg yolks 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar 1/8 tsp salt 2 tbsp (15g) all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional) For greasing: Butter Unsweetened cocoa powder or flour 🍴 Equipment: 4 ramekins (6 oz each) Mixing bowls Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl Whisk or hand mixer 👣 Instructions: 1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) . Generously butter the ramekins and dust with cocoa powder or flour. Tap out any excess. 2. Melt Butter & Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and chocolate together over a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second bursts. Stir ...

Pad Thai , the iconic stir-fried noodle dish from Thailand that’s beloved around the world for its perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. 🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes 🍳 Cook Time: 15 minutes 🍽️ Serves: 2–3 📋 Ingredients: For the Pad Thai: 200g (7 oz) flat rice noodles 200g (7 oz) shrimp (or chicken or tofu), peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup bean sprouts 1/4 cup chopped green onions (scallions) 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped 1 lime, cut into wedges Fresh cilantro (optional) For the Sauce: 3 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian) 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (or 1.5 tbsp lime juice as substitute) 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or palm sugar) 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste) 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, enhances flavor) 🔪 Instructions: 1. Prepare Noodles: Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 20–30 minutes until...

🕐 Total Time: ~1.5 hours (plus marinating time) 🍽️ Serves: 4 🌿 Ingredients For the Chicken: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or mix of thighs and drumsticks) 1 tbsp vegetable oil Juice of 1 lime (for cleaning the chicken) For the Jerk Marinade: 6 scallions (green onions), chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic 2 Scotch bonnet peppers (adjust to heat preference), chopped 1 thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tbsp dried thyme) 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp allspice (ground) ½ tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg Juice of 1 lime 2 tbsp vinegar (white or apple cider) 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 🔪 Instructions 1. Clean the Chicken (Optional) Rinse the chicken with lime juice and water to reduce raw flavor. Pat dry. 2. Make the Marinade In a blender or food processor, combine all marinade ingredients. Blend into a thick,...

Origin: Nice, France Type: Vegan / Vegetarian Serves: 4 Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes 🧄 Ingredients For the Base Stew: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 2 medium zucchinis, diced 1 medium eggplant, diced 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes (or 4 ripe fresh tomatoes, chopped) 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 bay leaf Salt and black pepper, to taste Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish Optional For Garnish: Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil Grated Parmesan or vegan cheese Crusty baguette on the side 🔪 Preparation Steps 1. Salt the Eggplant (Optional but recommended): Place diced eggplant in a colander. Sprinkle generously with salt and let sit for 20–30 minutes to draw out bitterness. Rinse and pat dry with a paper towel. ...

  📝 Ingredients: For the Chicken: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Salt and black pepper (to taste) ½ cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs (beaten) 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese-style) Vegetable oil (for deep or shallow frying) For the Tonkatsu Sauce (optional but recommended): ¼ cup ketchup 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp mirin (or honey/sugar) ½ tsp Dijon mustard (optional) To Serve: Steamed white rice Shredded cabbage Lemon wedges (optional) 🔪 Instructions: 1. Prepare the Chicken: Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound to about ½ inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with salt and pepper. 2. Set Up Breading Station: In three separate shallow bowls: Add flour to the first. Beat the eggs in the second. Pour panko breadcrumbs into the third. 3. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour (shake...