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Vegetarian Foods Around the World: Tabouleh with Baharat Seasoning

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Vegetarian Foods Around the World: Tabouleh with Baharat Seasoning

Vegetarian Foods Around the World: Tabouleh with Baharat Seasoning

Vegetarian Foods Around the World: Tabouleh with Baharat Seasoning

I know many people want to incorporate more vegetables into their diet as part of a healthy lifestyle, so I thought it would be fun to do a Vegetarian Foods Around the World Series to highlight some tasty vegetarian dishes that you can make at home. I hope these dishes inspire you to eat more veggies and show you the versatility and deliciousness of vegetarian cooking. My first post in this series is a tomato and cabbage tabouleh with Baharat seasoning. read more

Carrot Tartare with Microgreens, Fried Carrot Tops, and Edible Flowers

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Carrot Tartare with Microgreens, Fried Carrot Tops, and Edible Flowers

Carrot Tartare with Microgreens, Fried Carrot Tops, and Edible Flowers

This carrot tartare plays with your senses, surprising and delighting you. On first glance, you might mistake this dish for beef tartare; the ground red carrots closely resemble raw ground beef. The presentation is visually striking; the colors draw you in, seducing you. It’s beauty on a plate and it’s so much fun to create.

Layering and textures play a critical role in this carrot tartare preparation, both in aesthetics and taste. The bottom layer of the carrot tartare consists of diced avocado with a squeeze of lemon juice, to prevent discoloration, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. The avocado provides a lovely creaminess to the tartare. read more

Japanese Sweet-Simmered Vegetables

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Japanese Sweet-Simmered Vegetables with Steamed Rice

Japanese Sweet-Simmered Vegetables with Steamed Rice

I’ve been cooking a lot of Japanese food lately, inspired by our recent trip to Mitsuwa marketplace. I love shopping there because I always discover something new and it allows me to expand my culinary repertoire. Plus, it’s home to one of the tastiest ramen bars in Chicago.

Groceries from Our Recent Trip to Mitsuwa Marketplace

Groceries from Our Recent Trip to Mitsuwa Marketplace

Last week, I created this refreshing sashimi salad featuring fresh ingredients from the sea. This week, I focused on a very different style of Japanese cooking, what I consider Japanese comfort food. Japanese sweet-simmered vegetables is a hearty, filling dish and the delicious sweet-and-salty broth is perfect during the cold winter months. When paired with steamed rice, you have a perfectly satisfying meal. read more