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Pineapple Chutney Recipe / Chaatni
Chutney is a sweet and sour Indian relish that goes well with dishes like kichuri or even on burgers and crackers. It can be made from just about anything (see banana and broccoli), the most common are derived from leftover fruits. Generally speaking chutneys will incorporate a souring agent like lemon juice, lime juice, tomato, […]
The Importance of Being Ramen
In the U.S no food is more closely associated with university days than ramen noodles. For less than $0.50 a pack and hot water, a hot meal can be had. In other countries however, the reach of these dehydrated curly noodles goes far beyond those in higher education. According to the new book the Noodle […]
Tempeh Reuben Taco Recipe (Version 1, Gluten Free)
There is an amazing vegan restaurant near NYU called Sacred Chow. We can credit them for introducing us to the concept of a gluten free “reuben.” Normally reubens are served on rye bread, but they offered it on a corn torilla. We were surprised at how delicious this was. This is a great restaurant to […]
Vegetarian Maque Choux Recipe (Cajun Corn and Okra recipe)
If you live in the Northeast, the window for okra is slim. Maybe a month, month and a half before it disappears. While it’s available at grocery stores, the taste of fresh is hard to beat. I wanted to make something that highlights the flavor of the okra minus the slime that so many folks […]
Reviews: Gratify Gluten Free Sea Salt Pretzels
Other than the excellent Glutino brand, I’ve never seen another GF pretzel before. These Gratify Gluten Free pretzels were picked up at MetFood for $2.99 on sale. The packaging is fantastic. The lovely blue makes you think velvet or at least something decadent. They taste nearly as crunchy as regular pretzels. Plus they’re mini which […]
Lazyguy Recipes: Tandoori Chicken Salad
This hybrid recipe is a bit of cheat really because it’s so simple. In need of something for lunch I combined two awesome things: Tandoori and chicken salad. I like the Rajah Brand Tandoori Masala because it requires no other additions. ProTip: For more tender chicken, chicken can be marinaded overnight with the tandoori or […]
Governor’s Island Kosher Vending Machines and Other Cool Stuff
There is a first time for everything. In New York I’ve seen Kosher versions of Chinese, North Indian, South Indian, Diners, Ethiopian, and “Middle Eastern” among others. It was only a matter of time before seeing a vending machine serving all Kosher food. This machine was spotted in one of my favorite places in New […]
Food Adventure: Leske’s Bakery – Maple Frosted Bacon Doughnut Review
These are heady days for bacon, as evidenced by products like bacon mayo, lip balm, and even haute items like vodka. It’s a product beyond overexposed but people are fine with that because it’s delicious. On shows like Top Chef it always struck me as a cheap trick when contestants add bacon to just about […]
Gluten Free Labeling Is Coming: But Now It’s Official
The FDA finally approved an official Gluten Free label to begin appearing on products beginning next year. In order to be able to use it: …gluten free foods can’t contain more than 20 parts per million of gluten. Below that level gluten can’t be detected reliably….According to the FDA, most gluten-free food on the market […]
Cargamanto Colombian Stew / Frijoles Antioquenos (Vegan Version)
Summer isn’t normally stew time here on the East Coast, but with a couple of days of temps in the 70s, we took advantage. Traditionally, this stew is served as part of bandeja paisa (Paisa is the Northwestern part of Colombia. Bandeja means platter). The rest of the platter varies from rice, ground meat, steak, […]
