Meal Type: Global Flavors
Spring Udon Bowl
PrintSpring Udon Bowl Here in the Upper Midwest, spring starts out chilly. This hearty noodle bowl packs some heat to keep you warm until the weather turns. Full of nourishing local ingredients and sense-tingling seasonal flavors, you won’t want to stop at one bowl. Ingredients1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, sliced in bite-sized pieces2 … Continued

Yia Vang’s Duck Laab
PrintYia Vang’s Duck LaabAuthor Yia VangYield 4-6 servings This wildly flavorful Laotian dish is a knock-out. Bold raw aromatics like lemongrass and cilantro are offset by earthy fish sauce and spicy chilies, grounded with a satisfying umami curtesy of the duck. Serve as appetizer, or as a family style entree. Ingredients2 duck breasts, skin on4-5 … Continued

Red Thai Coconut Curry with Winter Vegetables
PrintRed Thai Coconut Curry with Winter VegetablesYield 4 servings Even better than takeout, this vegetable-packed red Thai curry is a great quick weeknight dinner that starts with a flavorful simmer sauce. Ingredients1 Tablespoon coconut oil 1 medium onion, chopped1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks 1 bunch broccolini, cut … Continued

Spicy Lemongrass Chicken
PrintSpicy Lemongrass ChickenYield 4 servings Serve this flavorful chicken over white rice with a side salad or slaw with an Asian sesame dressing. Ingredients1 small shallot, finely chopped3 Tablespoons finely chopped fresh lemongrass3 Tablespoons soy sauce2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice2 Tablespoons honey1 Tablespoon olive oil3 cloves garlic, finely chopped2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger1 Tablespoon chili-garlic … Continued

Adobo Beef and Mushroom Tacos
PrintAdobo Beef and Mushroom TacosYield 8 servings IngredientsFor the Quick Pickled Red Onions:¼ cup cider vinegar1 Tablespoon sugar¼ teaspoon coarse Kosher salt½ medium red onion, very thinly slicedFor the Adobo Beef and Mushroom Tacos:1 pound lean (at least 80%) ground beef2 containers (8 ounces each) sliced mixed mushrooms2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped1 … Continued

Autumn Harvest Sambusas & Kale Salad With Apple Maple Corn Vinaigrette
PrintAutumn Harvest Sambusas & Kale Salad With Apple Maple Corn VinaigretteAuthor Chef Lachelle Cunningham 6 servings IngredientsFor the sambusas:1 medium butternut squash2 Tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons pure maple syrup3 teaspoons Berbere spice¼ teaspoon salt1 medium onion, finely chopped2 medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped2 stalks celery, finely chopped2 cloves garlic, finely chopped1 medium tomato, chopped2 cups … Continued

Brussels & Harissa Naan Pizza
PrintBrussels & Harissa Naan Pizza Ingredients2 pieces of naan bread15 Brussels sprouts, halved and blanched for 5 minutes1 cup tomato sauce2Tablespoon harissa paste½ cup green olives, halved1 preserved lemon, thinly sliced½ cup crumbled feta cheesePinch of chili flakes InstructionsPreheat grill to medium heat.Mix harissa and tomato sauce together and spread over naan. Top naan with sprouts, … Continued

Blackberry & Goat Cheese Naan Pizza
PrintBlackberry & Goat Cheese Naan Pizza Ingredients2 pieces of naan bread8 oz. goat cheese crumbles½ pint blackberries1 Tablespoon honeyBlack pepper½ cup fresh pea shoots InstructionsPreheat grill to medium heat.Arrange berries and goat cheese on naan breads. Sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper and drizzle with honey. Grill 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and top with pea … Continued

Afghani Lamb Kebabs with Maazah Chutney
PrintAfghani Lamb Kebabs with Maazah Chutney Ingredients¾ cup plain whole milk yogurt2 Tablespoons lemon juice3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon turmeric1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon black pepper2 pounds leg of lamb or lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes1 cup Maazah ChutneyInstructionsIn a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. … Continued
