I'm not looking to start any beefs with this jollof rice recipe as I know jollof can be pretty polarizing. I'm talking MC Shan vs. KRS 1 if you're Nigerian or Ghanaian. I'm just a brother who likes ethnic rice dishes with intense flavors. And of all the rice dishes from around the world, jollof from the motherland is by far the best. Paella, jambalaya, arroz con pollo, etc. I love them all, but they can't hold a candle to jollof. I've been in the lab working on my jollof skills and finally feel like I'm at a point where I can share. Enjoy!
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Easy breezy Israeli-style couscous aka pasta pearls make for a quick great base for any dinner salad including this Israeli couscous recipe for citrus salad. This is a great way to get a simple yet delicious dish on the table for dinner tonight. Couscous whether pearl or grainy is simple and easy to make. But as …
Can you air fry frozen chicken wings? Of course you can and I have the dope recipe to show you how. Follow my recipe below as well as detailed tips and instructions for guaranteed tender, juicy, and flavorful air fryer chicken wings that taste like they're made from fresh. I slept on frozen wings admittedly, but …
This air fryer asparagus recipe provides a lot of bang with very little effort. Beyond the sheer convenience, it’s big on taste and achieves great texture. Asparagus is great anytime, but it’s a perfect side dish for a weeknight dinner. It also has enough celebrity status to enjoy on special occasions. The beauty of asparagus …
Cabbage is one of my favorite comfort foods and it pairs with pretty much any other food. This cabbage stew recipe is hearty, flavorful, and straight-up fun to eat. You do a recipe search for cabbage stew and you'd be hard-pressed to find two similar recipes. That's because cabbage works with everything. When I'm hungry, …
Related Posts: These air fryer chicken patties are my new thing. They make for great chicken sandwiches on those busy weeknights when you want to get great food on the table quickly. This is the hamburger equivalent of taco Tuesday. A quick, filling meal that can be made with many ingredients you’re likely to already …
There ain't nothing more comforting than a big pot of creamy navy beans and ham! These are slowly simmered into a rich, deeply flavored bowl of Southern comfort. This is a very simple soul food recipe. It comes down to two ingredients plus a few add ons playing a supporting role. It's proof that humble …
Indulge in flavorful smoked chicken thighs seasoned with a homemade dry rub, perfectly complemented by Cordae's song "What's Life." This dish brings together bold flavors and a soulful melody, creating a culinary experience that's both delicious and harmonious. Related Chicken Recipes: One of my favorite recipes to prepare is smoked chicken thighs rubbed with a …
Cauliflower can be pretty boring, so I scoured the internet for a variety of quality vegan cauliflower recipes. There were some decent ones, but I figured I could do better. I decided to give whole cauliflower head the meat treatment and go all out with a rich, flavorful braising liquid as if I were cooking …
There is nothing more comforting than a good stew or soup. This shrimp and chorizo soup hits all the high notes! It's perfect for a quick weeknight gourmet main dish. This soup comes together easily with just a few ingredients. Though minimalist in the ingredient list, the dish maximizes flavor in every way. The soup …
Related Air Fryer Recipes: Welcome to a world of gourmet indulgence with our irresistible air fryer hot dogs! Elevate your skills as we take this classic comfort food to new heights of flavor and texture. Get ready to savor perfectly crispy, juicy hot dogs that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for …
A smashed cucumber salad makes your regular cucumber salad seem boring and basic as hell. There is room to level up pretty much anything. Cucumber salad is no exception. Texture matters in any dish in my humble opinion. Taste definitely prevails as #1 driver of food eating experience, but texture is not far behind and …
Sous vide pork chops: Tender, juicy perfection with precise cooking. Seasoned to taste, they're a versatile main course for any meal. Related Pork Chop Recipe Posts: Indulge in a culinary experience like no other with sous vide pork chops. This innovative cooking technique involves vacuum-sealing the pork chops and immersing them in a precisely controlled …
Checkout this dope collard greens dish that harmonizes flavors and melodies with our Smoky Southern Style Vegan Collard Greens recipe, perfectly paired with Spandau Ballet's iconic song "True." Dive into a world of soulful greens infused with smoky goodness, reminiscent of Southern comfort and heartwarming melodies. This recipe brings together vibrant collard greens, aromatic spices, …
Experience a taste of the tropics with Caribbean-style coconut chicken curry. Succulent chicken, vibrant spices, and creamy coconut meld for a luscious dish that's both exotic and comforting. Related Chicken Recipe Posts: There are a lot of coconut curry chicken recipes out there and from different parts of the world. You may have had South …
You really don’t realize how much chicken or vegetable stock you need or use until you start cooking at home frequently. Commercial store bought stocks are plentiful but high restaurant-quality stocks are not. Follow this post and the related video to learn how to make vegetable stock. This homemade vegetable stock is rich, flavorful, and …
Prepare to be captivated by the irresistible allure of Guyanese Beef Oxtail Pepperpot, a dish that embodies the very essence of rich, complex flavors. Picture succulent pieces of oxtail, slow-cooked to tender perfection, immersed in a symphony of aromatic spices, herbs, and the enchanting sweetness of cassareep. Every spoonful of this culinary masterpiece is an …
Have you ever had or heard of a Denver steak? Want to know how to make it perfectly everytime? Well, look no further! In this post, we'll give you all the tips and tricks you need to make this delicious cut at home. So steak lover, what are you waiting for? It's a great cut and …
Have you seen chicken wing prices lately? Oh well, I'm making crispy, kicked-up lemon pepper chicken thighs instead. These boneless skin-on chicken thighs are cooked quickly in the air fryer for a nice and quick comfort food main dish served on a busy weeknight. These lemon pepper chicken thighs are true to their name as …
Coffee rubbed steak recipe - Flavorful hanger cut steak seasoned with a smoky coffee rub and grilled to perfection. Hanger steak has more flavor than your more expensive steak cuts, but at a much lower price point. The ground coffee based rub adds a bold, sweet-heat flavor and a nice crust to the steak. MOOD …
This easy blackened chicken recipe is perfect for one of those busy weeknights. Elevate bland chicken breasts to big, spicy, and tender chicken in under 15 minutes and with a few staple ingredients you’re highly likely to have on hand. “Blackened chicken” is usually the answer when I’m struggling to decide on what’s for dinner. …
Caribbean-style oxtail stew: succulent meat infused with spicy warmth, balanced by sweet undertones of vegetables. Paired with Mtume's "You, Me, and He," it's a harmonious blend of soulful flavors and melodies that transport you to a Caribbean culinary paradise. Related Oxtail Posts: Step into the rhythm of the islands with my Caribbean Style Oxtail stew …
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with our irresistible pan-seared pork steak recipe, complete with a mouthwatering pan sauce that's bursting with flavor. In this culinary adventure, we'll show you how to achieve perfectly seared pork steaks that are tender, juicy, and packed with savory goodness. Paired with a delectable pan sauce infused with …
Deep fried lobster tail - ooh weeeee! This fried lobster will give you all the feels! The lobster is extra crispy, but still very light with a moist interior texture. Recipe video is located in the recipe card at the end. These lobster tails are highly seasoned, well-cooked, and topped with a spicy maple syrup …
Steamed Jamaican Cabbage is simple, easy to prepare, and oh so delicious. It can be ready in under 30 minutes for a weeknight side dish that transports you on a visit to Jamaica. See Video in Recipe Card There are so many things to love about Jamaican steamed cabbage. Beyond the simplicity and ease of …
Smothered pork chops: tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. A classic comfort food favorite that satisfies the soul with every bite. Related Pork Chop Posts: Might just be the best Southern smothered pork chop recipe you'll taste ever! They have flavor at every level thanks to the tasty brine and creamy, tangy onion gravy making …
I celebrated the last day of Carnivale with this tasty and colorful Brazilian Fish Stew aka moqueca Baiana. I listened to a fair amount of samba music, but had to bring in the funk with Brazilia's own Tim Maia one of my favorite artists. Enjoy
You want tender, tangy and juicy lamb chops cooked to precision every time, then sous vide cooking is the way to go. This recipe for sous vide lamb chops will give you all the details you need to make great chops. Most lamb chop recipes are rosemary and garlic flavored but be prepared to have …
This Cuban ropa vieja recipe will be on my tailgate recipe list until 3005. Not only is it great for tailgating, but also for entertaining or weekend family meals. Juicy beef is cooked to luxurious tenderness in a well-seasoned stewed vegetables mix. The beauty of ropa vieja is its versatility. It can be eaten as …
This creamy, delicious seafood stew boasts everything. It's got flavor, aroma, good looks, and is completely satisfying! Full disclosure - this stew is absurdly insatiable so you'll want to make more than what you think is enough. The coconut sauce brings the next level of creaminess, while the Trinidadian-based flavor base provides character and complexity. …
As part of this year’s Black History Month celebration, I’ve collaborated with several other amazing black food bloggers for our 2021 Black History Month Virtual Potluck Takeover. Not only do we celebrate and honor the culinary traditions of people across the African diaspora, but we also share some historical context behind many of the dishes. My contribution this …
If you've never had Bobotie you should add this crowd-pleaser to your holiday menu or even consider introducing it to your family as a weeknight comfort dish. Bobotie is South Africa's national dish that consists of minced or ground beef spiced with a curry-based seasoning mix and sweet fruity ingredients then topped with a creamy …
Good mornin', good afternoon, and good evenin' to ya! This is Marwin, your flavor DJ, spinning the smoothest, tastiest tracks straight from the Caribbean. Today's hit? Callaloo Soup a vibrant bowl of island soul made with tender greens, creamy coconut milk, and a medley of bold, tropical spices. It's a dish that's as rich in …
I love Karaage fried chicken. It’s light, extra crispy, and oh so flavorful. These make for a great appetizer or even a non-traditional tailgating dish. Chicken Karaage is fried chicken cooked Japanese style which includes chicken marinated in sake among a few other ingredients. I stayed true to the technique but added a few of …
Savor the zesty flavors of Cuban style black beans infused with aromatic sofrito and orange zest cooked in your instant pot to save time. A delightful blend of savory and citrusy notes! Related Beans Recipe Posts: Indulge in the rich and vibrant flavors of Cuban cuisine with this banging recipe for black beans made with …
This fried brown rice might be as good as it gets. It’s quick and makes great use of flavorful soul food ingredients like black-eyed peas and collard greens for a great side or main dish recipe option. Though the greens and peas are uncommon ingredients for fried rice, they work, and work well. I often …
Related Shrimp Recipes: Take a fantastic tropical culinary voyage with this irresistible coconut shrimp recipe that will transport your taste buds to that beach life and those lush flavors of the tropics. Delicately coated in a crisp, golden layer of shredded coconut, each succulent shrimp offers a delightful contrast of textures, while the subtle sweetness …
This is my new favorite way to enjoy peel and eat shrimp. These are poached in coconut water that’s been infused Caribbean style with peppers and scallions for a great appetizer that is definitely not your average shrimp cocktail. Jamaicans make a traditional shrimp recipe called pepper shrimp which is basically shrimp sautéed with spicy …
A braised beef neck bones recipe featuring a most humble cut of meat turned into the ultimate over the top tender beef sandwich. Neck bones are a thing if you didn't know. Whether we're talking about turkey necks, pork necks, or beef neck bones in this case, it's all good! This is usually the second …
This vegetarian quesadilla recipe made with Brussels Sprouts prove that good salty cheese pretty much works with anything. It's also easily convertible to a meat-based quesadilla with an add-in like smoked brisket. For a recent meatless Monday, we made these delicious and nourishing quesadillas that blend savory ingredients like asparagus and Brussels sprouts with sweet …