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Oct, 2022
Malaysian Char Kway Teow

Malaysian Char Kway Teow

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Malaysian Char Kway Teow

Malaysian Char Kway Teow

SpiceBreeze
Char Kway Teow is a beloved stir-fried street food from Malaysia, enjoyed across many Asian countries. Traditionally made with wide noodles, it’s just as delicious with other types—or even served over rice. With our spice blend, there’s no need for oyster sauce, and you can customize it by adding your favorite protein. We’ve also included extra vegetables with plenty of options to suit your taste. Adjust the saltiness and heat to create your perfect dish!
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Malaysian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 8 oz medium fresh shrimp (*1) or thinly cut chicken breast or sirloin beef
  • 2 eggs whisked

Fresh Produce

  • 1 large leek (*2) (halved lengthwise), cut into 2 inch long pieces
  • 3 green onions cut into 1/2 inch long slices

Packaged Goods/Staples

  • 8 oz long noodles (*3)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2-3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (*4)
  • 2 tsp (brown) sugar or syrup
  • (vegetable) oil

Culinary Spice Kit

  • Shiitake mushrooms, garlic, onions, arrowroot, white pepper

Optional

  • 1-2 slices bacon cut into 1/2 inch thin strips
  • 4 oz mung bean sprouts
  • fish sauce or anchovy paste to taste
  • fresh chili finely sliced, to taste
  • 1 lemon for juice

Instructions
 

Prepare

  • Prepare the noodles according to package instructions. Keep them warm.
  • In a CUP, mix 1/4 cup broth, 2 tbsp soy sauce (*4), 2 tsp sugar, and the Char Kway Teow spices.

Fry Vegetables

  • In a LARGE PAN (*5), heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
  • Add the leek. Fry until just soft.

Stir-Fry All Ingredients

  • Turn heat to high.
  • Add fresh shrimp (*1), chicken, or beef, and bacon (opt.).
  • Stir-fry for 1 minute.
  • Push the ingredients to the side.
  • Add the eggs to emptied PAN surface.
  • Gently push cooked parts from edges so that uncooked eggs can reach the hot PAN surface.
  • Add the noodles, green onions, and sprouts (opt.).
  • Toss gently until all ingredients are well mixed.

Add Sauce

  • Give the prepared sauce a quick stir and add it to the PAN.
  • Toss gently until all ingredients are well coated.
  • Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce soaks in.
  • If the dish appears dry, add 1 tbsp of water or soy sauce to taste, depending on your desired salt level.

Serve immediately.

  • Optionally, sprinkle to taste with fish sauce, fresh chilies, and/or lemon juice.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

(1) Shelled and deveined.
Optionally, substitute half of the shrimp with 4 oz fish cake, sliced.
If using cooked shrimp, add them before the noodles and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
Alternatively, add warm baked tofu cubes on the plated dish.
QUICK TOFU CUBES RECIPE:
Drain 1 lb firm tofu and cut it into 1/2 cubes.
Season with 1.5 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oil, and 1 tsp starch.
Bake at 350° F for 30 minutes on greased parchment paper, flipping halfway.
 
(2) Substitute the leek with 6 oz green asparagus or (precooked) baby broccoli or zucchini, cut into 2 inches long thin pieces.
(3) Recommended: flat rice noodles or other wide noodles, about 0.25-0.5 inch width.
Alternatively, skip the noodles and serve the sauce over cooked rice.
(4) Optionally, add up to 1 tbsp more and/or substitute 1/2-1 tbsp with dark soy sauce.
For soy sauce substitutes click here.
(5) Alternatively, divide the ingredients in half and cook in two batches.
If you like, use a large wok instead of the pan.

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3
Sep, 2022
Ethiopian Tibs

Ethiopian Tibs

How to cook 34 authentic global recipes without tedious planning.
Ethiopian Tibs

Ethiopian Tibs

SpiceBreeze
Most of the Ethiopian meals require endless hours of cooking. Tibs is a convenient exception. Meat and vegetables are quickly fried with the indispensable berbere spice blend. Authentic berbere is very hot. We created a mild version with the same rich flavor. Optionally, add chilies for some heat.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Ethiopian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1 lb lamb, sirloin beef, or chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1/4 inch thin strips, about 1/2-1 inch long

Fresh Produce

  • 2 cloves garlic grated or pressed
  • 1 large onion halved and sliced
  • 1 bell pepper yellow or red or mixed, cut into 1/4 inch thin strips

Packaged Goods/Staples

  • 2 tbsp red wine
  • vegetable oil *
  • salt & pepper

Berbere Culinary Spice Kit

  • Paprika, mild chilies, coriander, ginger, basil, ajwain, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, fenugreek

Optional

  • 1-4 fresh jalapeño and/or red chilies finely sliced

Suggested Sides

  • flat bread Ethiop. injera ** recommended
  • rice cooked or steamed
  • tomato cucumber salad with light dressing

Instructions
 

Prepare

  • In a BOWL, mix wine, garlic, and Berbere spices. Set aside.

Tibs

  • In a large PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil. Add onions and 1/2 tsp salt.
  • Stir-fry 5-10 minutes over medium heat, until the onions turn translucent.
  • Add the mixture from the BOWL and bell peppers.
  • Cover and cook over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. If necessary, add 1-2 tbsp of water.
  • Add meat and stir-fry quickly over high heat for about 2 minutes, until the meat is just cooked. Add salt to taste.

Serve

  • Serve tibs with your preferred sides.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

* Ethiopian seasoned oil recommended.
** From an Ethiopian store, if available, or try our shortcut recipe.
Ethiopian Injera

Ethiopian Injera - Shortcut Version

Injera is best made with teff flour. This gluten-free grain is increasingly available in grocery stores with a wide product selection. Of course, Amazon has it too.

Authentic Ethiopian injera requires a long preparation time and many steps spread over several days. The baking requires a special pan dedicated only for injera and years of experience. Our shortcut recipe skips the long preparation and can be made on a regular pan. Though the spongy texture can't be reached, the use of teff flour creates an authentic flavor and is fun to eat.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup teff flour
  • salt
  • baking soda
  • 2 tbsp yogurt, plain

Instructions

Batter

In a BOWL, mix teff with a dash of salt and baking soda.

Add 3/4 cup of water and the yogurt.

Bake

Heat a dry PAN over medium heat.

Add 1/4 cup of the batter in the center of the PAN.

Tilt the PAN with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly.

Cover and cook until the batter is dried, about 2 to 5 minutes. Don't turn it.

© Recipe: SpiceBreeze
Cuisine: Ethiopian
Ethiopian Tibs
 

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Sep, 2022
Persian Koofteh Tabrizi

Persian Koofteh Tabrizi

Persian Koofteh Tabrizi

Persian Koofteh Tabrizi

Giant meatballs filled with nuts and dried fruits

Koofteh Tabrizi Culinary Spice Blend:

Turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, coriander, rose petals, black pepper, cumin, mint

Indispensable Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground meat (beef, lamb, or any other)
  • 1 egg, 1-2 onions, tomato paste or puree or fresh tomatoes
  • parsley and/or other herbs (optional)
Suggested Sides
  • flatbread, cooked rice, couscous, or boiled potatoes
  • (lettuce) salad, radish, herbs, sautéed spinach,
    or any other steamed or cooked vegetables that you prefer
Optional Recommended Ingredients

Special meatball ingredients:

  • 1/3 cup yellow split peas 
  • 1 cup cooked rice (you can skip those for a more standard meatball version)

Optional filling or topping: 

  • 4 tbsp chopped nuts (walnuts)
  • 1/3 cup dried fruits (cranberries)
  • 1 egg (optional filling, if you like it)
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FAQ

  • Our Persian advieh spice blend includes turmeric, cardamom, roses, and mint.
  • Nuts and dried fruits as filling or topping.
  • Split peas and rice are mixed with the meat.
  • The authentic meatballs are gigantic to allow for a filling. Their preparation takes a bit longer. We recommend this version for home chefs looking for a challenge.

Here are some suggestions to save preparation time:

  • Make the recipe when you have leftover rice.
  • Cook the rice and the lentils up to 3 days beforehand. Tip: Let it cook while you prepare a different dinner.
There are plenty of ways to make the recipe easier while keeping the incredible flavor. In the order easy to easiest:
  • Skip the filling, and make standard size meatballs.
  • The Breeze Way:
    Skip the split peas and rice.
    Just reduce the herbs to 1 tbsp chopped herbs and add 2 tbsp breadcrumbs or almond meal.
  • Make your standard meatball-tomato sauce recipe and season it to taste with the Persian spice blend.

If for any reason, your meatballs don’t hold the form or fall apart during cooking in the pot, you won’t loose any of the flavor. Just crumble them up to mix with the sauce and cook them shorter, about 15 minutes.

For any other questions, please send us an email [click on icon on the top left] or contact our support team [click on icon on the bottom right].

2
Aug, 2022
Maghrebi Chermoula Tagine

Maghrebi Chermoula Tagine

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Maghrebi Chermoula Tagine

Maghrebi Chermoula Tagine

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Chermoula is a fragrant marinade hailing from North Africa, particularly popular across the Maghreb, from Tunisia to Morocco. With a base of fresh herbs, it shares similarities with South American chimichurri. Traditionally, it's used in slow-cooked tagines with fish or chicken, but it also makes a fantastic seasoning for grilled meats, fish, or vegetables.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Algerian, Libyan, Moroccan, Tunisian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1.5 lbs fish filet * for instance: salmon, halibut, sea bass, or red snapper

Fresh Produce

  • 6 tbsp finely chopped herbs: cilantro and parsley 50:50 **
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice

Packaged Goods/Staples

  • olive oil
  • salt & pepper

Chermoula Culinary Spice Kit

  • Paprika, cumin, garlic, tangerine peel

Optional

  • harissa chili paste or fresh chopped chilies

Suggested Sides

  • fresh bread
  • finely chopped tomatoes + cucumbers
  • carrot, potato, or couscous salad ****

Instructions
 

Prepare chermoula

  • Mix herbs, garlic, lemon juice, 3 tbsp oil, and Chermoula spices.
  • Optionally, add chilies to taste.

Marinate

  • Spread a thin layer of oil on the bottom of a BAKING DISH.
  • Place the fish * (skin-side down) in the BAKING DISH.
  • Season it with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Coat it evenly with chermoula.
  • Cover it with aluminum foil.
  • Let it marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Bake

  • Preheat the OVEN to 300°F. ***
  • Bake the fish for 15-20 minutes (for the meat: 1-2 hours), until it's cooked through.

Easier alternative (instead of marinate and bake):

  • Season chermoula with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Spread it over grilled fish, meat, or vegetables.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

* Substitute with 2 lbs chicken legs or lamb chops.
** If necessary, substitute cilantro with parsley.
*** Optionally, add carrots and/or bell pepper slices on top of the fish or chicken.
**** Couscous salad

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2
Jul, 2022
Thai Gai Yang

Thai Gai Yang

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Thai Gai Yang

Thai Gai Yang

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Gai Yang, which translates to "grilled chicken," is a very popular street food in Laos and Thailand. This dish is known for its savory, salty flavor rather than spiciness. It is served with unseasoned fresh vegetables to balance the overall taste. For those who prefer some heat, fresh chilies or a Thai dipping sauce can be added.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Thai
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1.25 lb chicken breast or thighs [1]

Marinade

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce [2]
  • 1 tbsp sugar best: brown sugar or palm sugar
  • 1 tbsp oil

Fresh Vegetables

  • 2 carrots
  • 1 lemon for juice
  • 1 butter lettuce
  • 6 green onions thinly sliced
  • 2 fresh chilies (optional) thinly sliced

Gai Yang Culinary Spice Kit

  • 1 pouch Lemongrass, galangal, ginger, black pepper, chili, coriander, garlic, lemon peel, ginger, star anise, cilantro, onion, basil, cumin, white pepper, cinnamon, lemon oil

Suggested Sides

  • jasmine rice [3]
  • rice noodles
  • hearts of palm noodles

Instructions
 

Prepare

  • Cut chicken lengthwise in half, then into 1/4 inch thin slices.
  • On a GRATER, shred carrots with the largest shred size.
  • Drizzle carrots with 1 tsp lemon juice.

Marinade

  • In a CONTAINER, mix soy sauce, sugar, Gai Yang spices, and 1 tbsp oil.
  • Add the chicken slices and mix well.
  • Cover and let it marinate in the fridge 2 - 24 hours.

Fry

  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over high heat.
  • Fry chicken slices until golden on all sides, turning frequently.

Serve

  • Place the chicken slices on lettuce leaves.
  • Top with shredded carrots and green onions.
  • Drizzle with lemon juice.
  • Optionally, add fresh chili slices.
  • Serve with your preferred side.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

[1] Alternative: Substitute with shrimp, sirloin beef, or tempeh.
[2] Recommended: Substitute soy sauce with 1 tbsp fish sauce.
Find soy sauce alternatives here.
[3] Optionally substitute part of the rice cooking water with 1 can of pure coconut milk and add 2 tsp sugar per 2 cups of rice.

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27
Nov, 2021
Aruban Keshi Yena

Aruban Keshi Yena

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Aruban Keshi Yena

Aruban Keshi Yena

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Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao—known as the ABC islands—are Dutch jewels nestled in the Caribbean Sea. A culinary highlight from Aruba and Curaçao is Keshi Yena, a dish with a rich history. Legend has it that slaves created this dish by stuffing the hollowed-out rind of Edam or Gouda cheese with assorted leftovers, turning scraps into a hearty meal.
Not a cheese lover? No problem! You can reduce or omit the cheese altogether. The flavorful filling also works beautifully as a sauce—with or without tomatoes—for pasta or pizza.
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Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Caribbean
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground meat*)
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes from a can
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 18-24 oz cheese**) sliced
  • 4-6 cups cooked rice
  • 2 onions chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 eggs
  • oil butter, salt

Keshi Yena Culinary Spice Kit

  • Black peppercorn, garlic, onion, chili pepper, oregano, sage

Recommended

  • 1 tsp capers
  • 1/4 cup green olives sliced
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • (1) In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp of oil over medium heat.
  • Add onions, garlic, bell pepper, meat, Keshi Yena spices, and salt to taste.
  • Stir-fry until the meat is crumbled and cooked.
  • (2) Add tomatoes and your choice of the recommended ingredients.
  • Add salt to taste. Mix well.
  • Cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Stir occasionally. Set aside.
  • (3) Preheat the OVEN to 350°F.
  • (4) Grease a non-sticking BAKING DISH or 3-4 BAKING BOWLS with butter.
  • Line the bottom and sides of the BAKING DISH completely with overlapping cheese slices.
  • (5) In a BOWL, whisk the eggs.
  • Stir them into the sauce and pour all into the BAKING DISH.
  • Cover completely with cheese slices.
  • (6) Bake in the OVEN until the cheese is soft and golden brown.
  • Serve keshi yena with rice.
  • Optionally, add a fresh salad.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Substitute ground meat with shredded or chopped cooked meat, or (partly) with vegetables, for instance, mushrooms, green beans, or eggplants.
*) Chicken and beef are popular. Veal or pork work as well.
**) Edam, Gouda, Cheddar, or your preferred cheese.

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