Ingredients 1 tablespoon ground sansho pepper 1 tsp nori, finely crumbled 1 tablespoon dried orange peel, minced 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds 2 tablespoons minced garlic Directions Combine all the ingredients and reserve until needed.
Kh’yaaf b’Lubban (Chilled Cucumber and Yogurt Soup)
Makes 6 to 8 servings Fans of Indian food will find this Lebanese soup familiar as it is quite similar in flavor to the Indian condiment kheera raita, which is also made with yogurt, cucumber, and mint. As with kheera raita, the cooling quality of this soup makes it a […]
Linguine alle Vongole (Linguine With Clams)
Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 2 medium leeks 4 to 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, as needed 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 3 dozen Manila clams or littlenecks, scrubbed 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 fresh bay leaf, broken Kosher salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, as needed 1 […]
Madeira-Glazed Portobello Sandwiches
Makes 8 servings Portobello mushrooms a dense, meaty texture when cooked. They can be prepared for this recipe a day ahead; cool the broiled mushroom caps completely and refrigerate until needed. Slice the mushrooms and allow them to return to room temperature before assembling the sandwiches. Use dry marsala or […]
Mango Coleslaw
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon water 9 cups shredded red cabbage (from 1 head cabbage) 1 mango, diced 1 or 2 jalapeños, seeded, chopped 1 shallot, minced […]
Marinated Grilled Vegetables
Makes 5 servings Ingredients 1 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided use 1/2 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds 1 tablespoon minced rosemary 2 zucchini, cut on the diagonal into 3/4-inch-thick slices 3 eggplants, cut on the diagonal into 3/4-inch-thick slices […]
Marinated Tomato, Cucumber, and Watercress Salad with Candied Walnuts
Serves 4 Salad Champagne Vinaigrette Makes 1 1/2 cups
Minestrone
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 oz pancetta (5 to 6 thin slices), chopped 1 1/2 cups chopped green cabbage 1 cup chopped yellow onion 1 cup sliced carrot 1/3 cup chopped celery 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 quarts Chicken Broth 1/2 cup peeled, medium-dice potatoes 1 […]
Mojo Chicken With Sweet Potato & Plantains
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided 5 garlic cloves, mince 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black […]
Mole Rojo Oaxaqueño (Red Oaxacan Mole)
Makes 8 servings There are more than 50 varieties of Mexican mole, but this may be the versions most Americans think of when they hear the word. Rich with flavor from dried chiles, nuts and seeds, and, yes, a bit of chocolate, this sauce is worth the effort. Ingredients 23 […]
Moroccan-Style Carrot Salad
Serves 8 Ingredients 2 lb carrots (peeled and thinly sliced) 2 garlic cloves 4 tablespoon olive oil Juice of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon ground cumin Small pinch of cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon minced cilantro 1 teaspoon minced parsley 2 onions, finely chopped 1 cup chopped dates Directions In a medium […]
Multigrain Pasta with Broccolini, Crab Meat, and Orange, Sesame, and Ginger Dressing
Makes 4 servings Multigrain pasta serves as a base for a dish that is delicious and diabetes-friendly (see the nutritional information after the recipe). Experiment with different brands of multigrain pastas to find one that appeals to you. Be sure that the multigrain pasta contains whole grains so it will […]