Tuesday, 21 May 2013

Picadillo Pockets

Ingredients 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Pinch of ground cinnamon 1/2 pound ground beef Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon tomato paste 3 tablespoons chopped tomato 3 tablespoons golden raisins 3...

Spiced Lentils

Directions Bring 1 cup red or yellow lentils, 4 cups water, a pinch of turmeric and a 1-inch piece chopped ginger to a boil; simmer 15 to 20 minutes. Whisk vigorously; season with salt. Cook 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 sliced garlic cloves and 2 to 3 dried red chiles in a skillet with 3 tablespoons...

Friday, 10 May 2013