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Curtido

November 1, 2014 smitsa 0

Curtido is a low-fat coleslaw from El Salvador and Mexico. It can also be fermented like Sauerkraut. The fermented food is prepared thus: Yield: about […]

Fresh made Gooseberry Jam on vintage wooden background

How To Make Gooseberry Jam

July 5, 2014 smitsa 0

Gooseberry Jam Recipe Ingredients 1 kg (2.2 lb) fresh gooseberries 750 g–1 kg (3¾–5 cups) white granulated sugar (use more for sweeter jam) 150 ml […]

Shaqima or sachima on a plate of wood.

Sachima (Sa-Chi-Ma)

December 16, 2013 smitsa 0

Sachima or Shaqima is a Chinese pastry found throughout the country. As in keeping with all pastry products there are many regional variations although it […]

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Lamb Rogan Josh

November 18, 2013 smitsa 0

Rogan Josh is one of the most iconic dishes of Indian cuisine, particularly associated with Kashmiri cuisine. Its history reflects a fascinating blend of Persian, […]

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Besan ka Halwa

August 25, 2013 smitsa 0

Besan Ka Halwa is a traditional Indian dessert and made using different flour, chick peas (lentils), and nuts. Besan Ka Halwa is one of my […]

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Scallops Provençal

December 1, 2012 smitsa 0

Scallops Provençal is a pleasing and satisfying way of serving sauteed scallops in a garlic and parsley sauce. Some recipes like to use tomato. This […]