Preserved lemons
Middle Eastern and North African cuisine uses preserved or pickled lemons abundantly. The flavor sensation is like a lemon perfume. You may well know how [...]
Pickled ginger (gari)
Japanese cooks use pickled ginger often. It is an excellent condiment to clear the taste in between bites of sushi for example. Mackerel based battera [...]
Mango Chutney
Mango chutney originates from India. Indians often use green (unripe) mango's, which provide for some tartness. During British rule in India, the Brits started to [...]
Poached pears in wine
It is easy to make poached pears in wine. It is a delicious light dessert or side-dish for anyone from young to old, including [...]
Briefly simmered apple chunks
Briefly simmered apple chunks exemplify the conversion of juicy, hard fruit into a delicious fresh dish. The technique used is poaching or simmering. Do this [...]
Kumquat marmalade with lemon
Kumquat marmalade with lemon is a very refreshing jam more so than orange peel marmalade. This surprising fruit from East Asia, that is harvested towards [...]
Ginger scallion sauce
Origin of the ginger scallion sauce Ginger scallion sauce is as delicate and special as its simplicity to make it. This sauce originates from South [...]
Mayonnaise
Making mayonnaise is one of the most fun activities to do in the kitchen. The key is whisking (by hand or using an immersion mixer) [...]
