Sarmale: Traditional Romanian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Ingredients Cabbage Rolls 1 large head of pickled or fresh cabbage (about 16 large leaves) 1 lb ground pork (or a mixture of pork and beef) ½ cup uncooked rice 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 small carrot, grated 1 tbsp vegetable oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp paprika Fresh dill, chopped (optional) Fresh dill, chopped (optional) Fresh dill, chopped (optional) Fresh dill, chopped (optional) Tomato Sauce 2 cups tomato puree or crushed tomatoes 1 cup water or vegetable broth 2 tbsp tomato paste Salt and pepper, to taste Bay … Read more

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#ComfortFood / #HeartyMeals / #RomanianCuisine / #TraditionalRecipes

Tarte Flambée

Ingredients For the Dough: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup water 1 tbsp olive oil For the Toppings: 3/4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream Salt and pepper, to taste 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup lardons or diced smoked bacon Fresh chives, chopped (optional, for garnish) Execution 1 Prepare the DoughIn a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add water and olive oil, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes, then set aside, covered with a damp cloth, to rest. 2 Preheat the OvenPreheat your oven to 475°F … Read more

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#AlsatianCuisine / #EasyRecipe / #SavoryTarts / #TraditionalRecipes

Mole Poblano

Ingredients For the Mole Sauce: 4 dried pasilla chiles, seeds removed 2 dried guajillo chiles, seeds removed 4 dried ancho chiles, seeds removed 1 cup chicken broth (plus more as needed) 1/4 cup sesame seeds 1/4 cup almonds, toasted 1/4 cup raisins 1 medium onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp cloves 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 tbsp vegetable oil Salt to taste 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (for serving) Execution 1 Toast the ChilesIn a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the … Read more

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#MexicanCuisine / #MolePoblano / #RichFlavors / #TraditionalRecipes