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6
Feb, 2019
Persian Fesenjan

Persian Khoresh Fesenjan

Fesenjan

Persian Fesenjan

Khoresh Fesenjan is one of the best dishes of the Persian cuisine and part of the dinner table on Shabe Yalda when families come together to celebrate the longest night of the year and the beginning of the winter. Walnuts and pomegranates give this stew its characteristic flavor: creamy richness with a tangy flavor and a hint of sweetness. 

Patience is Key

The shopping list is short and the cooking steps are simple. It can be cooked fast. Though, the heavenly taste sensation develops only with patience.

Pomegranate Molasses DIY

Pomegranate molasses is easy to make at home from store bought pomegranate juice:

Cook 4 cups of pomegranate juice (100%) with 2 tbsp sugar over low heat for about 2 hours until it reduces to 1 cup of thick syrup. Stir frequently.

For a change, you can substitute pomegranate juice with cranberry juice.

Variations
  • Substitute chicken with duck, beef meatballs,
    leftover turkey, or lamb stew.
  • Omit chicken and pour sauce over fried eggplants or
    baked root vegetables
The Fesenjan Culinary Spice Kit includes the following spices:

Turmeric, cinnamon, orange peel, cardamom, rosebud

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Persian Fesenjan

Persian Khoresh Fesenjan

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Khoresh Fesenjan is one of the best dishes of the Persian cuisine and part of the dinner table on Shabe Yalda when families come together to celebrate the longest night of the year and the beginning of the winter. Walnuts and pomegranates give this stew its characteristic flavor: creamy richness with a tangy note and a hint of sweetness. The shopping list is short, and the cooking steps are simple. Yet, the heavenly taste sensation develops only with patience.
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Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Persian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 cups walnut halves
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 1/2-1 cup pomegranate molasses*)
  • sugar honey, or syrup
  • oil
  • salt & pepper

Fesenjan Culinary Spice Kit

  • Turmeric cinnamon, orange peel, cardamom, rosebud

Suggested Sides

  • 4-6 cups basmati rice cooked
  • 1 cup fresh herbs chopped
  • cucumber, tomatoes, red radish sliced

Instructions
 

Chicken

  • Rub chicken on all sides with salt & pepper to taste and with Fesenjan spices.
  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp of oil over medium heat.
  • Fry onions for 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken pieces and fry them on all sides until they turn brown. Set them aside.

Sauce

  • 1) In a BLENDER, grind nuts.
  • In a large POT, add 3 cups of water and ground nuts. Mix well.
  • Cover. Bring to a boil. Cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes. Stir frequently.
  • Stir in salt and pomegranate molasses to taste. The flavor should be a bit tangy and a bit sweet. If the sauce appears sour, add a bit of sugar until it's just fine for you.
  • Add the chicken and onions.
  • Cover. Cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes. Stir frequently.
  • Serve Fesenjan with rice and optionally fresh herbs and/ or unseasoned vegetables.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

*) If you can’t buy pomegranate molasses substitute with cranberry sauce or make your own molasses with our online recipe.
  • Substitute chicken with lamb stew (cook 1.5 hours longer and add 1-2 cups of water), beef meatballs, duck breast, or leftover turkey.
  • Substitute the chicken with eggplants or root vegetables.
  • Substitute the walnuts with hazelnuts or almonds.
25
Nov, 2018
South African Bobotie

South African Bobotie

Thanksgiving Casseroles: South African Bobotie

South African Bobotie

The origin of this popular South African is unknown. Bobotie was most likely influenced by the Malaysian and Dutch cuisine. This creamy meat pie balances a sweet-sour-spicy flavor.

Seasoned with Mango

The spice blend contains dried mango called amchoor. 

Don’t miss the apricot-ginger chutney (see the recipe below).

Apricot Ginger Chutney

Shopping list

1 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 inch ginger, finely chopped or grated
1/4 cup white vinegar
oil, salt
Optional: sugar to taste

Directions

In a small POT, heat 1 tbsp oil.

Fry 1 onion on medium heat until golden. 

Add apricots, ginger, 1/4 cup vinegar, 1 cup water, sugar + salt to taste.

Cover and cook over low heat for 30-60 min.

South African Bobotie
The Bobotie Culinary Spice Kit includes the following spices:

[1] Amchoor, coriander, onion, chili, cumin, turmeric, garlic, curry leaves, fenugreek, cilantro leaves, ginger, yellow mustard, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper

[2] Lemon verbena, nutmeg, turmeric

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Variations

  • Substitute meat with lentils (see tips).

  • Substitute almonds with other nuts.

  • Add 1/4 cup chopped almonds and/ or 1 oz raisins to the meat or rice.

  • Press 3-4 fresh or dried leaves (bay, curry, or basil) into the topping before baking or add later as garnish.

Vegetarian Bobotie with Lentils

Substitute the meat with 2.5 cups of cooked regular brown lentils.

  • Add the Bobotie [1] spices to the golden onions. Stir-fry for a minute.
  • Add the lentils and 1/2 cup of hot water. Mix well. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Continue with the original instructions.

You have two options for the lentils:

  • The fastest way is to use cooked lentils from a can. 
  • Alternatively, you can use 1.5 cups of dry lentils. Rinse the lentils well. In a POT, add lentils and 5 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook over medium-low heat for about 30 minutes until the lentils are cooked. Stir occasionally.
South African Bobotie
South African Bobotie

South African Bobotie

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Bobotie is a popular South African dish. It was most likely influenced by the Malaysian and Dutch cuisine. The creamy meatloaf balances a sweet-sour-spicy flavor. Optionally, you can make it as a stir-fry in a pan. The spice blend contains dried mango called amchoor. Don't miss the apricot-ginger chutney.
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Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine South African
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Shopping list

  • 1.5 lbs ground lamb or beef or mixed
  • 1/2 cup ground almonds
  • 2 medium onions chopped
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup lime or lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 2-5 tsp sugar
  • butter & oil
  • salt & pepper

Suggested Sides

  • Cooked rice, opt. colored with turmeric 
  • Apricot-ginger-chutney (recipe in the blog) 
  • Salad of your choice 
  • Steamed root vegetables 

Culinary Spice Kit

  • Pouch [1] Amchoor, coriander, onion, chili, cumin, turmeric, garlic, curry leaves, fenugreek, cilantro leaves, ginger, yellow mustard, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper
  • Pouch [2] Lemon verbena, nutmeg. turmeric

Instructions
 

Meat

  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp butter.
  • Fry onions over medium-low heat until golden.
  • Add meat, salt to taste, and Bobotie [1] spices.
  • Stir-fry meat until it is crumbled and cooked.
  • In a BOWL, whisk 1 egg and mix it with a 1/4 cup of milk.
  • Add this egg-milk, sugar, and almonds to the meat. Mix well.
  • Stir in vinegar and lime juice. Adjust salt.
  • Fill into a non-sticking greased BAKING DISH (8 x 8).

Finishing

  • Preheat the OVEN to 350°F.
  • In a BOWL, whisk 2 eggs.
  • Mix it with 1/2 cup of milk, salt to taste, and Bobotie [2] spices.
  • Pour mixture over the meat.
  • Bake in the OVEN for 30-40 minutes until the topping is no longer liquid and turned slightly brown.

Serve

  • Serve bobotie with rice, and optional chutney and/ or vegetables or salad of your choice.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

▪ Substitute meat with lentils (tips in the blog).
▪ Substitute almonds with other nuts.
▪ Add 1/4 cup chopped almonds and/ or 1 oz raisins to the meat or rice.
▪ Press 3-4 fresh or dried leaves (bay, curry, or basil) into the topping before baking or add later as garnish.
19
Nov, 2018
Chilean Pastel de Choclo

Chilean Pastel de Choclo

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Chilean Pastel de Choclo

Pastel de choclo, a beloved dish cherished across South America, presents a delectable blend of flavors and textures. At its heart lies ‘pino,’ a savory amalgamation of ground meat sautéed with aromatic South American spices and onions. The golden corn, expertly infused with the vibrant essence of fresh basil leaves, undergoes a tantalizing caramelization in the oven.

While traditional iterations feature tantalizing inclusions such as olives, boiled eggs, and succulent cooked chicken, we embrace the spirit of simplicity. Feel free to forgo these fillings, crafting a delightful vegetarian rendition that’s every bit as scrumptios.

Elevate Your Pies and Casseroles with Corn Paste Delight

When we enter the season of fall and Thanksgiving, there’s no better time to savor the rich flavors of corn in a whole new way. We’re excited to introduce you to a unique and delicious culinary experience that will elevate your autumn feasts. Discover how to create a delectable corn-based paste using corn, milk, and fresh basil leaves, and make it a standout addition to your holiday menu.

How to Make it

pastel de choclo step 1
  1. Prepare a Corn-Basil Paste: Start by blending fresh corn kernels, milk, and fragrant basil leaves until you achieve a smooth, creamy paste.
butter in pot

2. Cook to Perfection: Heat a skillet, add a generous knob of butter, and gently cook your corn-based paste until it reaches a luscious, golden consistency. The aroma alone will have your taste buds dancing!

How to Use it

Savory Pie or Casserole: Use your corn-based paste as a delectable top layer on your savory pie filling or casserole. It’s the perfect way to infuse a burst of flavor into your favorite autumn dishes.

A Touch of Sweetness: If you have a sweet tooth, try spreading a thin layer of sugar on top of your corn-based paste before baking. This transforms it into a harmonious blend of sweet and savory that will leave your guests craving more.

Enhance the 'Pino' Filling with Creative Variations

chopped veggies

Opt for a Veggie Twist: Replace some or all of the ground meat with finely chopped vegetables like root vegetables, eggplants, zucchini, or mushrooms. This not only adds a burst of color but also a healthy, savory dimension to your filling.

black and green olives

Olive Swap: Ditch the black olives and switch them for the briny goodness of green olives. Their unique flavor will infuse a delightful contrast into your dish.

shredded carrots

Carrot Elegance: Elevate your filling by introducing thinly sliced carrots to the ground meat. These vibrant orange specks will not only bring a hint of sweetness but also a beautiful crunch.

shredded chicken

Double Layers of Delight: Enhance your ‘Pino’ even further by adding a layer of cooked, boneless, and skinless shredded chicken on top of the ground meat. This addition adds an extra layer of richness and protein to your dish.

Chilean Pastel de Choclo

Chilean Pastel de Choclo

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Pastel de choclo is a corn casserole that is popular throughout South America. The main layer is ‘pino’, ground meat fried with onions and typical South American spices. The corn is blended with fresh basil leaves and caramelized in the oven. Traditional fillings are olives and boiled eggs, and sometimes cooked chicken. As always, we kept it simple, and you can skip a layer or make it vegetarian. 
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Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chilean
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Corn Paste Topping

  • 2 lb corn kernels
  • 8 large leaves fresh basil
  • milk
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • salt

Pino Filling - Cooking

  • oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 1 lb ground beef or poultry or mixed

Pino Filling - Assemble & Finish

  • 1 cup black olives pitted
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs sliced
  • raisins optional
  • sugar

Pastel de Choclo Culinary Spice Kit

  • Aji panca, cumin

Suggested Sides

  • fresh side salad

Instructions
 

Corn Paste Topping

  • In a FOOD PROCESSOR, mix corn and basil with a little milk into a creamy paste.
  • In a POT, cook the corn paste with butter and salt to taste over low heat for about 20 minutes until it thickens. Stir frequently.

Pino Filling - Cook

  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
  • Fry onions until they turn translucent.
  • Add meat, Pastel de Choclo spices, and salt to taste.
  • Stir-fry meat until it’s crumbled and cooked. Set aside.

Pino Filling - Assemble & Finish

  • Coat a BAKING DISH with oil.
  • Fill it in layers, starting with the meat, add eggs, olives, and optional raisins.
  • Finish with a thick layer of the corn paste.
  • Sprinkle the top thinly with sugar.

Bake

  • Preheat OVEN to 350°F.
  • Bake the pastel de choclo in the OVEN until the sugar turns brown.

Serve

  • Serve the pastel de choclo with a fresh salad of your choice (optional).
  • Enjoy!

Notes

▪ Substitute ground meat (all or partly) with chopped vegetables, for instance, root vegetables, eggplants, zucchini, or mushrooms, or with cooked shredded chicken or beef. 
▪ Substitute black olives with green olives.
▪ Add a small carrot (thinly sliced) to the ground meat.
▪ Add shredded chicken as the second layer, on top of the ground meat.
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Thanksgiving Casseroles: Chilean Pastel de Choclo
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Chilean Pastel de Choclo

Pastel de choclo is a corn casserole that is popular throughout South America. The main layer is ‘pino’, ground meat fried with onions and typical South American spices.

Corn Blended with Basil

The corn is blended with fresh basil leaves and caramelized in the oven. Traditional fillings are olives and boiled eggs, and some cooked chicken. As always, we kept it simple, and you can skip all fillings or make it vegetarian.

Variations
  • Substitute ground meat (all or partly) with chopped vegetables, e. g. eggplants, zucchini, or mushrooms.
  • Substitute black olives with green olives.
  • Add a small carrot (thinly sliced) to the ground meat.
  • Add cooked chicken (bone- and skinless, shredded) as the second layer, on top of the ground meat.
The Pastel de Choclo Culinary Spice Kit includes the following spices:

Aji panca, cumin

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29
Oct, 2018
Couscous aux Sept Légumes

Moroccan Couscous aux Sept Légumes

Couscous aux Sept Légumes

Couscous aux Sept Légumes

‘Couscous with seven vegetables’ is a traditional dish in North African countries and much loved by its visitors. Saffron supports the rich flavor of plenty of fresh vegetables. Don’t worry about the chopping! Luckily, the vegetables are used in a larger size for this dish. Couscous is also cooked with lamb or sheep. 

Tfaya like Caramel

A typical topping is Tfaya, caramelized onions, raisins, and cinnamon. With Tfaya, arrange for a longer cooking time.

Variations
  • If you use chicken breast, cut it in three even parts.
  • Optitional vegetables: tomatoes, zucchini, green beans.
  • Without meat, substitute water with vegetable broth.
  • Substitute couscous with cooked potatoes.
  • Add caramelized onions with raisins (Tfaya).
The Couscous Culinary Spice Kit includes the following spices:

[1]    paprika, turmeric, ginger, black pepper, saffron

[2]    cinnamon, cardamom

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Couscous
Couscous aux Sept Légumes

North African Couscous aux Sept Légumes

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'Couscous with seven vegetables' is a traditional dish in North African countries and much loved by its visitors. Saffron supports the rich flavor of plenty of fresh vegetables. Don't worry about the chopping! Luckily, the vegetables are used in a larger size for this dish. Couscous is also cooked with lamb or sheep. A typical topping is Tfaya, caramelized onions, raisins, and cinnamon. With Tfaya, arrange for a longer cooking time.
 
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Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Moroccan
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Shopping list

  • 1 lb chicken pieces with skin or lamb or beef
  • 10 oz couscous
  • 1/2 small white cabbage quartered
  • 0.5 lb pumpkin cut in 2-inch thick pieces
  • 0.5 lb carrots cut in half
  • 0.5 lb turnips or daikon cut in 8 pieces
  • 1/2 bunch parsley or cilantro or mixed finely chopped

You might have

  • 1 medium onion halved and sliced
  • olive oil
  • salt

Optional vegetables as (partly) substitutes

  • 1 large zucchini halved and cut lengthwise
  • 2 tomato/es quartered
  • 1 cup green beans

Optional

  • 1 cup garbanzo or fava beans (from a can, rinsed)
  • 3/4 cup raisins

Tfaya

  • 4 medium onions halved and sliced
  • 3/4 cup raisins
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1-2 tbsp sugar

Culinary Spice Kit

  • Pouch [1] paprika, turmeric, ginger, black pepper, saffron
  • Pouch [2] cinnamon, cardamom

Instructions
 

Tfaya (optional)

  • In a POT, melt butter.
  • Add sliced onions, salt & Couscous Spices [2] to taste.
  • Cook over medium-low heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to detach the onions.
  • Add 2 tbsp of water.
  • Cover and cook for about 30 minutes until the onions are soft. Stir occasionally.
  • Add raisins and sugar.
  • Cover and cook for about 30 minutes until the onions are caramelized. Stir occasionally.

Stew

  • In a large POT, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
  • Fry meat and onions until the meat turns slightly brown on all sides.
  • Add vegetables, salt to taste, and Couscous Spices [1].
  • If you use zucchini, add them after 10 minutes.
  • If you use lamb or beef, cook meat in water and spices until it's almost tender, before you add the vegetables.
  • Add 2.5 cups of water.
  • Cover POT and bring to boil.
  • Cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Add the herbs and optionally garbanzo beans and/or raisins and Couscous Spices [2] to taste. Mix well.
  • Continue to cook for about 5-10 minutes until all ingredients are soft but not mashed.

Couscous

  • Prepare couscous according to package instructions.

Serve

  • On a large plate, serve stew over couscous.
  • Optionally, top with Tfaya.
  • Enjoy!
29
Oct, 2018
Indian Saag Paneer

Indian Saag Paneer

Saag Paneer

Indian Saag Paneer

This dish became popular in the United States as Palak (spinach) Paneer. Saag Paneer is more flexible as you can use and combine any green leaves you like. 

Paneer is an Indian fresh cheese similar to unsalted cottage cheese. It melts not easily. We included in this recipe plenty of options for an even delicious dish if you can’t find paneer.

Variations
  • Substitute paneer with tofu, feta, garbanzo beans (drained can), or cottage cheese, and/or serve it over boiled potatoes.
  • If you don’t have a food processor, chopped the leaves finely. Or use baby leaves and use them whole for more texture.
The Saag Paneer Culinary Spice Kit includes the following spices:

Cumin, coriander, garlic, turmeric, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, white pepper

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Indian Saag Paneer
Saag Paneer

Indian Saag Paneer

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This dish became popular in the United States as Palak (spinach) Paneer. Saag Paneer is more flexible. You can use and combine any green leaves you like. Paneer is an Indian fresh cheese that doesn’t melt easily. Its taste is similar to unsalted cottage cheese. We included in this recipe plenty of options to substitute paneer for an even delicious dish. 
 
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Hands-on Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 18 oz baby leaves from kale, spinach, chard, and/ or collard greens*
  • 12 oz paneer or halloumi cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 onion finely chopped or grated
  • butter or vegetable oil or ghee
  • salt & pepper

Saag Paneer Culinary Spice Kit

  • Cumin, coriander, garlic, turmeric, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, white pepper

Optional

  • 1-2 green chilies chopped
  • additional garlic to taste grated
  • 1-2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1-4 tbsp heavy cream or yogurt

Suggested Sides

  • naan or other fresh flatbread
  • cooked Basmati rice
  • boiled potatoes

Instructions
 

Prepare

  • In a large POT, bring 4 quarts of water to boil.
  • Add leaves and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Drain and let cool.
  • In a FOOD PROCESSOR, grind leaves with a cup of water into a smooth puree.
  • Optionally, add green chilies.

Cook

  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp butter over medium-low heat.
  • Fry onions with a dash of salt until they turn translucent.
  • Stir in Saag Paneer spices.
  • Optionally, add garlic to taste.
  • Add leaves puree and salt & pepper to taste.
  • If using tofu, chicken, or garbanzo beans, add them now.
  • Add some water if you like the dish more liquid. Mix well.
  • Cook 5 minutes over medium-low heat.
  • Add paneer cubes. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes.

Optional

  • Optionally, finish the dish to taste with lemon juice, and/ or heavy cream or yogurt.

Serve

  • Serve with bread, rice, or over potatoes.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

* Alternatively, use 3 bunch of green leaves, chopped.
Tip
▪ Fry paneer shortly before adding it to the dish.
Variations
▪ Substitute paneer with feta or cottage cheese. Don’t cook it. Add it to the plated dish.
▪ Substitute paneer with 1 lb cubed chicken or tofu, or 1 can garbanzo beans. Season & fry them shortly before adding them to the dish.
 
2
Oct, 2018
Tunesian Qalat Daqqa

Tunisian Qalat Daqqa

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Tunesian Qalat Daqqa

Tunisian Qalat Daqqa

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Qalat Daqqa is a Tunisian five-spice blend. Our version adds exotic rosebuds. The most significant part of Qalat Daqqa is a rare spice from West Africa ‘grains of paradise’, also known as malagueta or Guinea pepper. This seasoning staple is versatile and great on meat or vegetables for grilling or in hearty soups and stews.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Tunisian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1 lb ground meat [1] beef or lamb
  • 1 cup garbanzo beans from a can

Produce

  • 2 large tomatoes quartered
  • 8 oz baby carrots or pumpkin cut into 1-inch cubes

Packaged Goods/Staples

  • olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • salt
  • 3 cups couscous [2] plain

Qalat Daqqa Culinary Spice Kit

  • Black pepper, nutmeg, cloves, grains of paradise, cinnamon, rosebuds

Instructions
 

  • In a POT, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
  • Fry onions until translucent.
  • Add meat and stir-fry for a couple of minutes.
  • Add 1 cup of water, garbanzo beans, vegetables, Qalat Daqqa spices and salt to taste.
  • Mix well. Cover. Cook over low heat for 30 minutes. Occasionally, stir and check for water.
  • Prepare couscous according to package instructions.
  • Serve stew over couscous.
  • Optionally, serve with mint tea.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

[1] Options to substitute the ground meat:
  • stew meat, and cook for about 2 hours.
  • chicken, cut into 1-inch cubes.
  • zucchini, squash, mushrooms, and/or eggplant.
[2] Substitute couscous with orzo pasta, buckwheat, bulgur, pearl couscous, or quinoa.
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Tunesian Qalat Daqqa

Tunisian Qalat Daqqa

Qalat Daqqa is a Tunisian five-spice blend. Our version adds exotic rosebuds. The most significant part of Qalat Daqqa is a rare spice from West Africa ‘grains of paradise’, also known as malagueta or Guinea pepper. This seasoning staple is versatile and great on meat or vegetables for grilling or in hearty soups and stews.

Protein

  • 1 lb ground meat (beef or lamb)
  • 1 cup garbanzo beans (from a can)

Produce

  • 2 large tomatoes (quartered)
  • 8 oz baby carrots or pumpkin (cut into 1-inch cubes)

Packaged Goods/Staples

  • olive oil
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • salt
  • 3 cups couscous (plain)

Qalat Daqqa Culinary Spice Kit

  • Black pepper, nutmeg, cloves, grains of paradise, cinnamon, rosebuds

  1. In a POT, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.

  2. Fry onions until translucent.
  3. Add meat and stir-fry for a couple of minutes.

  4. Add 1 cup of water, garbanzo beans, vegetables, Qalat Daqqa spices and salt to taste.

  5. Mix well. Cover.
  6. Cook over low heat for 30 minutes.
  7. Occasionally, stir and check for water.

  8. Prepare couscous according to package instructions.

  9. Serve stew over couscous

  10. Optionally, serve with mint tea.
  11. Enjoy!

Substitute ground meat with stew meat, and cook for about 2 hours.
Substitute ground meat with chicken, cut into 1-inch cubes.
Substitute meat with zucchini, squash, mushrooms, and/or eggplant.
Substitute couscous with orzo pasta, buckwheat, bulgur, pearl couscous, or quinoa.

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grains of paradise, nutmeg, rosebud

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