Plátano frito, in English fried plantains, is a popular dish in many parts of the world, particularly Latin American, Caribbean, and African cuisines. It is made from ripe plantains that are sliced and fried until they are golden brown and crispy. The dish is often served as a side dish or snack and can be…
Category: Vegetables
#250 roasted artichoke
Catherine de Medici was known for her love of astrology and hired the famous astrologer Nostradamus as her personal advisor. She would often consult with him before making important decisions, and it is said that he predicted many of the major events that occurred during her reign as queen consort and later as queen mother…
#279 cabbage rolls
The year is flying by and Spring has sprung. The time of rebirth & fresh beginnings is here and with it comes a chance of renewal in every sense of the word. Our bodies are definitely feeling the energy that comes with longer & sunnier days, and what better way to channel all that energy…
#277 sweet & minty cherry tomatoes
Sounds a bit odd, doesn’t it? But let me tell you. I was mind-blown! This is so good, and it got my older daughter hooked on snacking on cherry tomatoes, which says a whole lot in itself. This recipe is very special to me, be sure to read the story below! Cherry tomatoes Fresh mint…
#275 veggie stir-fry
This simple stir-fry recipe can rescue any boring vegetable in your fridge and make it part of a yummy body-cleansing meal! Detoxing doesn’t have to be so bad!
#205 whole roasted cauliflower
You have got to try this out! Never has making cauliflower been so easy & delicious! Plus, its nutritional value isn’t lost in garnishes & cooking.
#204 sweet potato fries
All hail sweet potato fries! This delicious & savoury snack is great for kids…healthy & nutritious when prepared accordingly: crispy oven-roasted divas!
#191 aloo bhindi bhujiya
Okra is a small, green pod vegetable that offers many healthy benefits. Getting past the unpleasant texture is only a matter of knowing how to cook it best!
#170 braised turnips
Turnips are new to me, and I have to say I was delightfully surprised by their unique taste & texture! Welcome to our table, guys!
#120 creamed corn
When I was a child, the supermarket list at home always included the two kinds of canned corn: whole kernel corn & sweet corn cream style…ALWAYS. My mom prepared one of my all-time favorite dishes, a sort of spaghetti casserole with creamed corn & Parmesan. Mmm, my mouth waters just remembering it, and I really…
the guten appetit 