In order to understand chilaquiles, think tortilla casserole or lasagna. Layers and layers of tortilla chips with sauce and toppings sandwiched in between. Just like any sandwich, lasagna or casserole, chilaquiles are susceptible to variations depending on taste and/or preferences. The Chips You have two options: Buy tortillas from your local grocery store and make […]
New York Specials
Light & Refreshing Indian Cabbage Curry on Lower East Side (Dhaba Style Patta Gobi Ki Sabzi)
On April 2, 2010, The Economic Times published an article with a title that loudly asked “an [i[conic Indian cabbage dish likely?” My answer? Every desi family, in almost every region in India, has a cabbage curry that’s mouth-watering. It’s an embarrasment of riches. The question is not whether there is an iconic Indian cabbage […]
Pappardelle in Creamy Pesto Sauce
There are two components to the sauce in this dish: the pesto and creamy fondue. The pesto carries hints of asparagus, pistachio and olive, that when combined with the fondue creates a creamy sauce with a rich, silky taste and texture. Eating With Your Eyes: Additional Pestos: Tomato-Basil Pesto–A comforting dish that combines the familiar […]
Mushroom and Rapini Risotto in East Harlem
Mexican Tomato Gumbo
This recipe is inspired by the Veggie Gumbo at Qdoba Mexican Eats. A generous ladleful of gumbo, topped off with your choice of green or red enchilada sauce/sour cream/grated cheese. It’s something that drew me back lunch after lunch after lunch. It was the love child of a Mexican tortilla soup and Louisiana gumbo, chunkier […]