Tuna is rich in proteins with valuable omega 3 and iron. Tuna is a very versatile fish to cook, an elegant ingredient to amaze with. It is versatile because it can be grilled, pan seared, baked, and cooked with dozens of various vegetables. To recognize the freshness of tuna when purchasing, do not rely only on color, it should smell fresh, and should be firm to the touch. This recipe has an enchanting combination of the scent of the fennel...
Naan is a traditional Indian sourdough bread that is served to accompany meat and fish dishes, especially when they are rich in seasoning. By custom it is cooked in a tandoori clay oven, but it can also be prepared at home using just a few ingredients. This recipe flavors the Naan dough with garlic, and uses with fresh garlic and herb as a topping, a very aromatic bread to enjoy. Chef Ravi
This Mediterranean Black Bean Salad is a fresh and healthy side dish, made with black beans, corn, cucumber, a delicious vinaigrette, and fresh herbs. It’s perfect for potlucks and as a side dish during grilling season. Love this Southwestern black bean salad when the weather is warm, it makes enough to feed a group. It's a great side dish, appetizer if served with chips, or as a topping for taco salads. You can even serve with grilled meat, fish, and...
The small bite-size pieces of chicken are known as tikka. It is said that Emperor Babur, the founder of the Mughal dynasty in the 15th century, was fussy when eating chicken, in order for there to be no bones, he required for it to be cut into small pieces. A tandoor is a clay pot used for thousands of years to cook meat. Although a clay pot was not available for this recipe, by marinating the chicken in the spiced...
Zucchini Carpaccio is a dish made from very thin slices of raw zucchini drizzled with a good olive oil and a contrasting vinegar or lemon juice. In this recipe, quenelles (oval dumplings) of fresh ricotta are added. A healthful dish that can be served anytime of the year you can find zucchini. It takes minutes to prepare and requires no cooking. It can be served as an appetizer or a side dish. Chef Alba