administratorI must admit—I’m one of those people who can never judge the right amount of rice or pasta to cook. I always end up making enough to feed an entire village! So, after my last …
Thai-Style Mussels
I’ll be honest — I’m not the biggest fan of mussels, but I absolutely adore Thai cuisine. Prepared this way, they’re refreshingly light, and the spiciness of the chili is beautifully mellowed by creamy coconut …
Coconut-Crusted Shrimp
Crispy shrimp coated in a delicate coconut crust. Perfect for a light dinner. They go wonderfully with cocktail sauce — I made a simple version using mayonnaise and ketchup. Ingredients 1 kg large shrimp, preferably …
Baked Salmon on Buttery Vegetables in Puff Pastry
I found this recipe on Mercotte’s blog, which features a fantastic collection of French (and other) recipes. Mercotte is a frequent guest on the French show Le Meilleur Pâtissier, where contestants compete for the title …
Tuna Croquettes
A tasty dish perfect for a meat-free lunch or as an appetizer. Best served warm, of course. I made a mild version, but you can spice things up by adding some finely chopped chili peppers. …
Lohikeitto – Finnish Creamy Salmon Soup
As the days grow colder, nothing beats a warming bowl of soup. One of my favorites is this Finnish-style salmon soup, rich and creamy with a hint of dill. For me, those flavors alone are …
Thai-Style Fish Cakes with Spicy Dipping Sauce
A very popular street food from Thailand! This recipe is inspired by two culinary travelers from the BBC show The Hairy Biker’s Asian Adventure. The original uses halibut, but you can easily substitute cod or …