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Homemade Rasmalai is a bit of a flex you know? Like “oh this, I made it” casually dropped somehow never fails to impress. As long as your recipe doesn’t of course. So today I am here to share with you not just the recipe, but the make or break tips to making beautiful, soft ras malai that stays soft and doesn’t break. Before I proceed I am going to give a little shout out to my mother, whose recipe is what I ultimately leaned on when other popular ones failed me entirely....

If you love holiday appetizers, then don’t miss Cranberry Brie Bites, Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Log and Cranberry Baked Brie in Puffed Pastry. PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER HOW TO MAKE CRANBERRY SALSA VIDEO Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa You might think salsa is synonymous with summer like my pineapple mango salsa, strawberry salsa, mango salsa, pineapple salsa, corn salsa and avocado corn salsa, but have you ever had cranberry salsa?...

If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! – Mike H. Roasted Mango-Habanero Salsa Ingredients Tomatoes. 3 medium sized. Habanero Peppers. 2 (or more for hotter salsa - I used 10 habaneros). Red Bell Pepper. 1. Jalapeno Peppers. 2. Mango. 1 medium sized, peeled and chopped (choose a mango not overly soft)....

If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! – Mike H. This particular dip is easy, too. Good thing! We’re talking Roasted Red Pepper Dip, my friends, and you’re going to love it. We were down at the local farmers market perusing all the wonderful fruits and vegetables and I couldn’t help myself but load up several bags of goodies....

All of these natural ingredients like garlic and lemon juice are blended to perfection with feta cheese and simple seasonings. It’s a budget-friendly recipe you’ll want to enjoy over and over again! As with any dip of this sort, variations abound across the web and subtle changes in ingredients may result in the branding of a new name, but at its core, it’s a roasted red pepper and feta cheese dip with olive oil and seasonings that will light up your world and make everyone like you at your next bash....

I was recently presenting on South Asian food and let it slip that I miss chaat more than my mothers cooking. Now while that might have been a slight exaggeration just hear me out ok? I cook like my mother, so while I miss the comfort of her cooking, the flavours aren’t too far off from mine. Chaat however, especially the Samosa Chaat at Mirchili in Karachi, that is something I was unable to come close to - until now....

Satoimo (里芋), taro roots, or Japanese sweet taro, is a starchy root crop widely enjoyed in Japanese cuisine. It is high in fiber and has fewer calories than regular potatoes, making it a healthy alternative to starch. They are often prepared by simmering in dashi and soy sauce in home-cooked and traditional Japanese dishes. What Is Satoimo (Taro) Satoimo is a mild-flavored starchy root vegetable widely enjoyed in Japanese cuisine....

I pitched a “Savory, Spicy Waffles” idea and Patty was GIDDY when they chose that one. Hilarious. So here we are, eating MORE spicy, savory waffles. You knew I had to make them spicy, right? But of course! LOL. The waffle batter is easy enough to whip together, and you’d be amazed at how adaptable it is. You can add all sorts of flavorful, sweet or savory elements and the batter just keeps on kicking....

It may not feel like spring to you in early February, but on February 3rd, the Japanese celebrate the day before the beginning of spring during an annual festival called Setsubun (節分). Like New Year’s Eve, this Japanese festival is about leaving worries behind and making a new start. But the metaphor during Setsubun takes on a more visually satisfying element of both children and adults, happily driving away demons by pummeling them with beans....

Shichimi togarashi (“seven flavored chili peppers”) 七味唐辛子 is a spice blend featuring dried red chili pepper, sansho pepper, hemp seeds, white and/or black sesame seeds, mandarin orange peel, and nori. It’s ground into a fine powder for easy sprinkling over dishes. What Is Shichimi Togarashi Shichimi togarashi is a powdered spice mix. It’s sprinkled over ramen, udon and soba noodles, gyudon, tonjiru, yakitori, and hot pot dishes. It’s a pantry staple, an all-purpose condiment, and a finishing seasoning....

If you’ve been following Just One Cookbook for a while, you are most likely familiar with shiso. It is my favorite and the most popular Japanese culinary herb that we use to garnish and flavor many dishes, including sushi and tempura. Shiso has been getting a lot more attention outside of Japan these days because of its unique aroma and ease of growing. I have had many readers who grow shiso with much success, and they always ask me what other ways to make the best of the herb....

Instead of cakes or a rich-tasting dessert, the Japanese typically end our meal with fresh seasonal fruits, or chilled desserts like matcha ice cream, black sesame ice cream, or seasonal sorbets. These frozen treats are lighter and are great palette cleansers, so they complement the essence of Japanese food beautifully. This Shiso Sorbet (紫蘇ソルベ) recipe I have for you today is shared by Chef Furukawa of Kado no Mise, a modern Japanese restaurant that specializes in classic kaiseki ryori & Edomae-style sushi in Minneapolis....

You need a few ingredients to make this basundi, perfect to be enjoyed during the upcoming festive seasons! It’s been a while since I’ve posted anything on the blog. I’ve been away due to some unforeseen issues, but now that I’m back, I hope I can continue sharing a lot of delicacies in the coming months. Let me start off with this delicious sitaphal basundi recipe. The basic basundi recipe is made by reducing the milk to half, which is then sweetened with some sugar and flavored with cardamom....

Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy my homemade cornbread recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. There are different ways to make cornbread, but one of my favorite ways, and the easiest, is Skillet Cornbread. With cornbread in a cast iron skillet, you cook it up right in your cast iron skillet. Super easy!...

We’re entering the last weeks of August and I’m reminded to savor the best of the season harvest before summer ends. This Smashed Cucumber Salad with Ume Dressing (たたききゅうりの梅ドレッシング和え) couldn’t have come at a better time. This salad has a refreshing crunch and a punchy dressing with a bright flavor. It’s a wonderful side dish to serve with your meal to cleanse the palate. It’s a feel-good, detox salad that my body’s been craving....

Chicken wings are classic food. They are finger-licking good—be it on the grill, oven-baked, or deep-fried in hot oil, but some wings are better than others. If you’re looking to up your game, you need to try these Smoked Chicken Wings! Ever since we invested in a Traeger pellet grill, my husband has been experimenting with different cuts of meat and discovered that wings taste incredibly amazing when smoked! The wings come out with a crispy exterior while retaining perfect juiciness within, and the heavenly smoky flavor makes everything so much better....

If you try this recipe, please let us know! Leave a comment, rate it and tag a photo #ChiliPepperMadness on Instagram so we can take a look. I always love to see all of your spicy inspirations. Thanks! – Mike H. Today we’re talking Southern-Style Spicy Shrimp, and I know you’re going to love this recipe. I’m cooking these shrimp up in a nice and spicy tomato sauce that is simmered with the Cajun Holy Trinity of celery, bell peppers (though I’m using jalapenos here for extra heat), and onions, along with a good portion of Cajun Seasonings and a few other ingredients that REALLY bring the FLAVOR....

Spread the nuts over a lightly oiled baking sheet in a single layer. Make sure they are spread evenly so they can cook evenly. Spiced nuts are great for parties, too. I like to make them for game day gatherings and also for holiday parties. They’re easy to make. Just pop them into a bowl and watch them disappear. They’re quite popular. When I make them at home, I can make them as spicy as I want, and so can you....

Strawberries are in season for a short while here in India. Therefore we are making the most of the strawberry season. Even though I enjoy eating them as such, I love incorporating them in recipes too. Today’s strawberry lassi recipe calls for 5 ingredients and can be made in 10 minutes. It is absolutely yummy and kid-friendly. My kids have been enjoying a glass of this strawberry yogurt drink often since last week....

Ingredients needed 🧾 How to make it 🔪 More Dal recipes Recipe 📖 It’s a special recipe because it’s made with tur dal cooked with milk, cream, and yogurt with a tantalizing tadka on top. It has a very distinct flavor. This dal is rich and creamy in texture and is considered to be ‘Shahi’ because of its tantalizing aroma and taste. Hence it was deemed fit for the kings back then....