If you’re Persian, this flavor needs no introduction. For everyone else: welcome to a dreamy trio of saffron, rosewater, and pistachio—a combination known as Bastani Sonnati Zafrani. Bastani sonnati means traditional Persian saffron ice cream and zafrani means saffron. What’s…
Mushroom “Rice” with Yacai Stir-Fry 菌米芽菜
This stir-fry is my plant-based take on a Sichuan homestyle favorite, built around yacai, the savory, craveable Sichuanese pantry staple. This recipe is inspired by jimiyacai (鸡米芽菜) chicken “rice” with yacai, a traditional Sichuanese homestyle stir-fry made with pieces of…
Pandan Ice Cream
What is pandan? Pandan is a tropical leaf with a unique flavor that originates from Southeast Asia. The key question here is what does pandan taste like? To me, pandan tastes like coconut and sweet corn with someone mowing their…
Strawberry Sichuan Peppercorn Syrup
This 3 ingredient recipe is an accessible way to explore flavor pairings like this juicy strawberry and sichuan peppercorn combo. Strawberry and sichuan peppercorns may seem like an unlikely pairing, but the citrusy notes and tingly sensation of sichuan pepper make the strawberries taste extra juicy.
Buckwheat Black Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies get an upgrade with the addition of buckwheat flour and black sugar, creating a perfectly balanced treat that’s rich, nutty, and deeply satisfying. Whether you’re looking for a more nutrient-dense cookie or simply want to experiment with…
Black Pepper Ice Cream
This Black Pepper Ice Cream balances velvety sweetness with a subtle, peppery kick that pairs especially well with fruit desserts yet is delicious enough to scoop on its own. I highly recommend making my Black Pepper Blueberry Crisp to go…