Hijiki Caviar
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Sea Vegetables
Bauman College Makes about 2 dozen appetizers This mock caviar uses seaweed to mimic fish eggs and the flavors of the sea. We served this appetizer at the Taste of Bauman College event and got rave reviews, even from people who have never had seaweed before. 1/2 cup hijiki or arame, or mix of both, [...]
Corn Arepas
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Breakfast/Brunch, Ethnic Recipes, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods, Side Dishes
Yield: 14 small pancakes Corn flour, as well as all gluten-free flours, take much longer to cook than wheat flour. If you have a small griddle or are using a skillet, this can mean a long wait for each batch of cakes. In this recipe, I brown them 6-8 minutes on each side, then transfer [...]
Recipe: Shrimp Skewers in Thai Peanut Marinade
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
FROM TURNING TIDES (NS) Yield: 4 main dish or 24 appetizer servings Sweet and sour tropical flavors caramelize on the grill to tantalize the taste buds. Bonus: Make a double batch of sauce for dipping. Shellfish, including shrimp, mussels and scallops, are the most environmentally friendly of all farmed fish. Always choose US raised (farmed [...]
Recipe: Tilapia Tortilla Stew
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths
FROM TURNING TIDES (NS) Yield: 4 servings This Mexican salsa soup makes a light lunch or colorful first course for festive dinner parties. Tilapia is a mild and flaky white fish, and is a good, low-impact choice for farmed fish. Buy US raised if you can. 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus 1 tablespoon for [...]
Coconut-Cardamom Kheer (vegan)
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Desserts, Ethnic Recipes, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes
FROM INDIAN (DL) Yield: 4-6 servings The exotic flavors of cardamom and coconut make this sweet rice pudding a comforting treat to end any meal. It’s even healthy enough to serve as a high-protein, high-fiber snack for the kids. 3 cups water 1 cup brown basmati rice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cinnamon stick 1/8 teaspoon [...]
Cucumber-Mint Raita
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Salads and Salad Dressings, Sauces, Side Dishes
FROM INDIAN (DL) Yield: about 2 cups This traditional yogurt sauce is used as a side to balance pungent curries. It also makes a cooling dressing for green salads or a dip for fresh vegetables. 2 cups plain yogurt 1/2 teaspoon unrefined sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt dash cayenne or red pepper flakes 1/2 cucumber, diced [...]
Grilled Naan
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Breads and Baked Goods, Ethnic Recipes, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes, Side Dishes
FROM INDIAN (DL) Yield: 4-6 servings This staple flatbread can be grilled right over a charcoal, gas or stovetop grill. For flavor and flair, top the bread with sesame seeds, green onions, or sautéed shallots and garlic. 3/4 cup very warm water 2 tablespoons unrefined sugar 1 (1/4-ounce) packet active dry yeast 3 cups unbleached [...]
“Creamed” Spinach (vegan)
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
FROM INDIAN (DL) Yield: 4 side servings A popular item at Indian buffets, creamed spinach makes a vitamin-rich side for curries and naan. Without the added cream, this healthier version is lower in fat and calories. 1/2 cup cashews, soaked in water to cover for 30 minutes 1 yellow onion, rough chopped 1 tablespoon garlic-ginger [...]
