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Caribbean Jerk Pork Chops
By lorik
In a mini food processor, combine the habanero, onion, scallion, garlic, allspice, thyme, ginger, nutmeg and cinnam...
- 1 habanero chile, seeded and chopped
- 1 small onion, coarsely chopped
- 1 scallion, thinly sliced
- 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 cup store-bought Kansas City–style barbecue sauce
- 4 pork rib chops (12 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup hickory, pecan or oak chips
California Steak Sandwiches with Cilantro Pesto
By lorik
An aged version of Monterey Jack, dry Jack can be grated and used much like Parmesan, making it an excellent hard c...
- TOAST:
- 1/2 cup shelled pepitas
- PULSE:
- 1 bunch cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup shredded dry Monterey Jack cheese or aged Manchego cheese
- 3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- Salt and red pepper flakes
- COMBINE:
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. minced fresh garlic
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. hickory-smoked salt (such as Spice Islands)
- 1 flat iron steak (12–16 oz.)
- GRILL:
- 2 slices red onion
- 1 Anaheim chile, seeded
- 4 slices Italian baguette or sourdough bread
- ASSEMBLE:
- 4 Campari tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded dry Monterey Jack cheese or aged Manchego cheese
Cilantro Cashew Pesto
By lorik
Stir all ingredients together in a small bowl
- 1 Tbsp Lime Juice
- 2 1/2 Tbsp Olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons dry-roasted, unsalted cashews, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon grated lime rind
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
Stovetop Roasted Chicken with Lemon Herb Sauce
By lorik
For even cooking, it’s important to buy chicken pieces within the specifications given
- Chicken:
- 2 (10- to 12-ounce) bone-in split chicken breasts, trimmed
- 4 (5- to 7-ounce) bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks, trimmed
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
- Herb Sauce:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon juice
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 6 pieces
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
- Salt and pepper
Garlicky Caesar Salad
By lorik
In a blender, combine the mayonnaise with the 3 tablespoons of grated pecorino, 1 anchovy and the water, vinegar, g...
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated pecorino, plus thin shavings of pecorino, for serving (optional)
- 1 anchovy fillet, drained, plus more fillets, for serving (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1 small garlic clove, smashed
- 1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/8 teaspoon Tabasco
- Freshly ground white pepper
- 3 chilled large hearts of romaine (about 1 pound), leaves left whole
- Freshly ground black pepper
Indian Samosas
By lorik
In a large frying pan over medium heat, cook and stir beef until brown and crumbly
- 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tbsp ground curry powder
- 1 1/2 tsp each salt and ground ginger
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 1 pkg (10 oz) frozen peas, thawed
- 1 pkg (1 lb) won ton skins
- Water
- Vegetable oil
- Yogurt Sauce (recipe follows)
Grilled Flank Steak with Charred Onion Relish
By lorik
Spearing the onion rounds with a metal or soaked wooden skewer helps them stay together on the grill
- 1 flank steak (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 red onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch rounds (see note)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Spiced Potatoes (Aloo Bhaji)
By lorik
In a medium skillet, heat the oil
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1 teaspoon panch phoron (see Note) or 1/4 teaspoon each of fennel, cumin, fenugreek and mustard seeds
- 2 dried red chiles
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch matchsticks
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt
Sauteed Corn with Bacon and Leeks
By lorik
Because fresh corn can vary in sweetness, we’ve called for seasoning with a range of cider vinegar
- 6 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 pound leeks, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise, sliced thin, and washed thoroughly
- Salt
- 4 ears corn, kernels cut from cobs (4 cups)
- 1/4 cup minced fresh chives
- 1-2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- Pinch cayenne pepper
Chile-Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges
By lorik
Cut 4 sweet potatoes into wedges; toss with olive oil, salt and pepper on a baking sheet
- 4 sweet potatoes
- olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 3 Tbsp butter, softened
- 1 Tbsp harissa
- 1 clove of garlic, grated
- zest of 1 lime
- chives