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Category: Vegetarian

Traditional Turkish Stuffed Eggplant Recipe: Easy & Flavorful

August 13, 2018August 4, 2026Leave a comment

This is a variation on a traditional Turkish dish. I love the bold spices and the richness of the tomatoes in the savory sauce. It is not difficult to prepare, but does take a little bit of time, as you need to cook the eggplant prior to stuffing them.

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Moong Dal: A Hearty Indian Bean Dish

July 18, 2018October 8, 2026Leave a comment

Dal is an Indian staple which can be eaten in the morning, lunch, dinner as a side dish or for a snack. It can be eaten with rice, bread or on its own. Bottom line, it is Indian comfort food.

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Hearty Asian Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

February 25, 2018July 19, 2026Leave a comment

This is a wonderful hearty soup and vastly better than what you would get in your average Chinese take away.

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Sichuan Vegetarian Tofu Recipe: Quick and Flavorful

February 9, 2016August 20, 2026Leave a comment

I absolutely love this dish. I’d say it’s second only to my Kung Pao Tofu or my MoPo Tofu. It gives you everything you want from quality Sichuan food, salty, sour, sweet and spicy.

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Easy Tex-Mex Casserole: Vegetarian & Meat Options

August 11, 2015August 3, 2026Leave a comment

This enchilada pie is a fun dish to prepare and it’s great for kids. It’s more Tex Mex, than true Mexican, but it’s tasty, hearty, healthy. I have made a vegetarian’s version here, but you can certainly add ground meat if you want.

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How to Make Cashew Curry at Home

March 3, 2013August 11, 2026Leave a comment

This is a favorite curry of mine. I have had it many times, but tried to recreate the stunning version I had in London at Vineet Bhatia Rasoi in Chelsea. I think this is very close.

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