(Leftover) BBQ Pork and Onion Socca

In an effort to cut down on “traditional” carbs like wheat flour breads, rice and potatoes, I’ve been scouring the Internet for recipes which contain none of those ingredients.  One can only have so much quinoa, after all.  When I was looking up recipes for chickpea flour, I came across socca, a flatbread from the […]

Lentil and Chickpea Stew for Lunar New Year, Day 1

Traditionally, Chinese people don’t eat meat on the first day of the Lunar New Year, which is tomorrow (January 31).  So, if you’re looking for something that is vegetarian or vegan, but not traditional Chinese food, you might want to try this lentil and chickpea stew, inspired by a lentil curry recipe I found online.  […]

Perfect Dips for Any Occasion

The nice thing about dips is their versatility. They go well with all kinds of breads and crackers, and are great for serving to groups. Whether it’s a casual get-together, or a more formal party, dips are an elegant and easy snack to provide to your guests.  Hummus has gained a lot of popularity in […]