THE RECIPE NOTEBOOK

Recipes for every kind of day

Find your next favorite, from quick skillet dinners to slow-simmered comfort food.

Turkish / beginner

Turkish Spiced Chicken Thigh And Bell Pepper Sote

Tender chicken thighs quick-sautéed with crisp bell peppers, tomatoes, and garlic in a savory oregano skillet sauce.

Korean inspired / beginner

Sweet And Spicy Glazed Crispy Tofu

Golden crispy tofu cubes coated in a vibrant, addictive Korean red pepper glaze with sesame seeds.

Lebanese / intermediate

Lebanese White Bean And Beef Stew With Garlic Mint Tarka

A comforting stew of tender beef cubes and creamy white beans simmered in tomato broth, finished with fried garlic and dried mint.

Iranian / intermediate

Iranian Saffron Carrot And Dried Lime Beef Stew

A bright Persian braise combining seared beef chuck with pan-sautéed carrot matchsticks, fragrant saffron, and sun-dried limes in a tangy tomato broth.

Malaysian / beginner

Ayam Kam Heong

A classic Malaysian stir-fry featuring tender chicken tossed in a deeply aromatic sauce of fried curry leaves, dried shrimp, chilies, and savory soy.

Malaysian / intermediate

Asam Pedas Daging

A vibrant Melaka-style tangy and spicy tamarind beef stew simmered with tender okra, garlic, and fragrant lemongrass.

Filipino / intermediate

Ginataang Laing (Spiced Coconut Taro Leaves With Chicken)

Dried taro leaves gently simmered low and slow in coconut cream infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and green chilies.

Afghan / beginner

Afghan Coriander And Ginger Braised Cauliflower

A traditional Afghan home-style vegetable qorma featuring sweet cauliflower florets simmered in a fragrant coriander, ginger, and tomato reduction.

Indian Punjabi / beginner

Punjabi Rajma Masala

Hearty red kidney beans simmered in a velvety onion-tomato sauce spiked with ginger, garlic, and freshly ground spices.

Bengali / intermediate

Bengali Slow-Braised Spiced Beef Kosha

A rich, caramel-hued Bengali beef curry cooked low and slow with deeply caramelized onions, whisked yogurt, and aromatic warm spices.

Thai / beginner

Southern Thai Turmeric Garlic Chicken Soup (Tom Kamin Gai)

A comforting, clear chicken broth infused with aromatic fresh turmeric, bruised lemongrass, garlic, and bright lime juice.

Ethiopian / beginner

Ethiopian Spiced Butternut Squash And White Bean Braise

Tender butternut squash simmered with creamy white beans in a mild ginger turmeric onion sauce.

Turkish / beginner

Turkish Tomato And Garlic Braised Spinach With Chickpeas

Fresh spinach leaves and hearty chickpeas braised in a savory garlic and tomato broth, served warm topped with cool garlic-infused yogurt.

Somali / intermediate

Somali Green Chile And Coconut Seared Snapper

Flaky snapper fillets seared with vibrant spices and finished in a mild green chile and coconut lime reduction inspired by Somali coastal tradition.

Palestinian / beginner

Palestinian Allspice Braised Beef And Okra Skillet

A comforting Palestinian home dish featuring tender simmered beef and seared okra cooked in a warm allspice tomato broth.

Sri Lankan / intermediate

Sri Lankan Braised Cinnamon Eggplant Curry

Golden fried eggplant slices simmered with roasted spices, cinnamon, green chilies, and coconut sugar in a tangy vinegar broth.

Japanese / beginner

Crispy Lotus Root Beef Soboro

A comforting Japanese rice bowl topping of savory ground beef scramble paired with crunchy, golden sautéed lotus root chips.

Palestinian / beginner

Palestinian Gazan Spicy Tomato And Dill Shrimp Skillet

Inspired by coastal Gazan claypot cooking, this quick skillet combines juicy shrimp with crushed tomatoes simmered alongside fresh dill, garlic, and hot green chili.

Thai / beginner

Thai Smoky Eggplant Salad With Poached Shrimp

A refreshing and vibrant Thai warm salad combining charred soft eggplant, juicy poached shrimp, and a punchy lime and fish sauce dressing.

Ethiopian / beginner

Ethiopian Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower And Chickpea Stir-Fry

A vibrant yellow mild vegetable skillet featuring tender cauliflower florets, chickpeas, and sweet carrots simmered with warm turmeric, cardamom, and fresh green chile.