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Category: Main courses

Accras from Martinique & Thomas’Ti punch

Accras from Martinique & Thomas’Ti punch

It’s really a lot easier than it seems but it involves frying so be careful. Good to know : cod accras are part of the traditional Caribbean cuisine. This dish is generally served  in Martinique as an appetizer with Ti Punch. Thomas’TI Punch is made of 5cl of white 

Homemade gravlax style salmon

Homemade gravlax style salmon

✨It’s a Scandinavian classic dish, thank you Francine for the recipe.✨ You can try it with vodka instead of gin. Many recipes recommend freezing the fish before curing in order to kill any parasites. It makes a stunning party platter if you serve it up appetizer style. For a 

Emily’s dipping sauce

Emily’s dipping sauce

This Nuoc Mām sauce can be kept for three to four weeks in a sealed container in the refrigerator. You can use it with my spring rolls recipe for example.

Aubergine with black garlic my way

Aubergine with black garlic my way

The Telegraph published a similar recipe in 2014 created by Yotam Ottolenghi. Long time fans of this very famous cook are familiar with it. Now, it is one of the most popular dishes of the Nopi restaurant in London.  My recipe is more simple but 

Salmon & Avocado Chirashi my Way

Salmon & Avocado Chirashi my Way

For starters buy your ingredients in a Japanese grocery store. The store keepers will help you find everything you need and will be of good advice. The packaging are usually in reasonable  sizes (1 kilo for rice, half liters for the rest) contrary to the selection 

Zucchini Goat Cheese & Thyme Tart

Zucchini Goat Cheese & Thyme Tart

This tart may conveniently be re-heated at a temperature of 160° for 15 minutes. It should preferably be served hot or warm. ​

Hummus by Lamia

Hummus by Lamia

Hummus is a traditional middle eastern dish. It is traditionally served as a dip with Lebanese or Pita bread. I like to remove the chickpea skin, and if you choose to do so, it will take twice as long to prepare, unless you get some 

Gary’s poke bowl

Gary’s poke bowl

It is best to prepare this dish with the freshest ingredients possible, especially the salmon. It’s preferable to buy authentic Asian ingredients when possible from a specialized grocery store. Everything is usually sold at a reasonable price (1 kilo for rice, 1/2 liter for the rest). In