Recipezaar: Nuts,Spicy recipes

Coconut Chili Crab

Tue, 09 May 2006 15:26:27 -0400

Another way to use those beautiful crabs we caught. Don't be put off by the seemingly long list of instructions and don't forget Aussie tablespoons are actually 4 teaspoons. -- posted by JustJanS

You Must Be (Tandoori) Nuts!

Wed, 17 May 2006 17:24:21 -0400

Here is a spicy mix that features a variety of nuts and a south Indian theme. Anyone who enjoys a good curry, or any other spicy food for that matter, will be enjoying these by the handful. If you're planning a large get together, I recommend adding a bit more salt and some mini pretzels to stretch the snack mix a bit. Recipe courtesy of Ronda Carnicelli. -- posted by Sandi (From CA)

Bourbon Pecans

Thu, 18 May 2006 19:49:36 -0400

Enjoy these during the holidays or anytime at all. These nuts could easily be put into airtight jars and given as gifts. -- posted by Alan in SW Florida

Spicy Zucchini Cakettes (Vegan Friendly)

Wed, 24 May 2006 22:09:13 -0400

Soft n' Spicy cookies (more like little zucchini cakes actually) the spices are nice and warming, don't be afraid to adjust the spice to personal preference! Enjoy! -- posted by ShaylaErin

Five Spice Peanuts

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 13:10:20 -0400

Posting this for ZWT 2006 (Asian region), this is a yummy snack food that is simple to make and too darn easy to overindulge in. Easily doubled for crowds -- posted by JanetC-KY

Spiced Cauliflower, Peas, and Potatoes

Fri, 16 Jun 2006 22:00:06 -0400

This is an indian inspired dish, great flavor, your guest will want the recipe. -- posted by Dancer^

West African Peanut Chicken

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 10:34:43 -0400

This is my Contribution for the Zarr World Tour. Haven't tried it yet but it sounds good! Tell me what you think, -- posted by Little Bee

Spicy Thai-Style Beans With Coconut Milk (Vegetarian)

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 15:16:53 -0400

This is a vegetarian dish. If you love spicy dishes like my family, then you will love this! The red curry paste is very hot so you might want to adjust the amount starting at 1 tablespoon, for our tastes I use about 2 tablespoons, the hotter the better LOL! You can find red curry paste in the Asian section of your supermarket or in any Asian grocery store, I use it in many dishes! The complete recipe is made on top of the stove in very little time, but has tons of flavor! -- posted by KITTENCAL

Guinness Banana Nut Bread

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 21:25:56 -0400

Found this on line by Ken Pappenheim This came in First prize in the dessert category in the 2000 Guinness Cook-off at his local Pub. And for all of you that know me I did tweak it just a bit. Top it with this Recipe #86695 if your want to really bring it up a notch! -- posted by ~Rita~

Grilled Barbecued Brie

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 19:43:36 -0400

By chef Ted Reader, at www.kingoftheq.com/com Very different appetizer. Serve with your favorite bread, veggies, crisps or crackers. -- posted by ~Rita~

Cheat's Easy Spiced Couscous With Fruit and Nuts - in a Jar!

Tue, 04 Jul 2006 18:57:31 -0400

A Brilliant and easy accompaniment to a Fragrant Tagine, Stew or Curry. It's a cheat's recipe as you can pre-mix all the dry ingredients together & store in a jar ready for use at the drop of a hat. Just add hot water or hot stock and voila, a wonderful fruity, spiced couscous! It can be used cold for picnic & buffet salads - cold cuts of meat, such as diced cooked chicken breast can be added too. Also a great veggie main course - just add chargrilled vegetables and mix through - serve with flatbreads, pitta bread & harissa dressing for an extra kick! -- posted by French Tart

Coconut Curry Vegetables

Sat, 12 Aug 2006 14:04:33 -0400

I've been experimenting with this for a while and think I have it now. It's a good extra dish for a crowd of curry eaters like our family. The choice of vegetables is really up to you, but look for colours and textures to make it interesting. I have put baby squash, cauliflower and beans in this at other times. -- posted by JustJanS

Squash and Coconut Curry

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 16:33:20 -0400

You can make this into a thai dish by subbing red or green curry paste. Be careful if you are veggie as some brands contain fish. Also it is stronger than madras so start with 1 tbsp and work up if needed. -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Almond Dukkah

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 17:58:23 -0400

This dukkah uses almonds and has a hint of fennel to make it a bit different. Great served with oil and Turkish bread, but also nice as a crust for chicken or fish. Australian measurements used. Time includes 15 mins for toasted ingredients to cool. -- posted by Mischka

Thai Shrimp in Curried Coconut Sauce

Sun, 08 Oct 2006 19:46:32 -0400

The Runner-Up recipe of 2000, in the San Francisco Chronicle, from Tim Hanni. -- posted by evelyn/athens

Hot and Spicy Peanuts

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 17:28:23 -0400

Wow! These peanuts are addicting! They are easy to make and would be great for a party. Make sure to drain very well after cooking or they will be greasy. The recipe comes from the Betty Crocker Christmas cookbook. -- posted by Lvs2Cook

Broccoli Roasted With Garlic, Chipotle Peppers and Pine Nuts

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 19:01:13 -0400

This is so easy and full of great flavor from the broccoli being roasted with garlic spiciness and smokiness from the chipotles and creaminess from the pine nuts. Keep in mind if you don't use seasoned salt and use regular salt you don't need so much. -- posted by ~Rita~

Apricot-Ginger Won Tons & Lemon-Honey Sauce

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 20:37:00 -0400

This crisp, fruity dessert is a scrumptious surprise. Serve it with warm caramel sauce for a delicious twist. Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine(Feb. 2006). -- posted by Sharon123

Peanut Dipping Sauce

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 23:17:23 -0400

I know there's lots of recipes for this type of sauce but this is my favorite and it's low in fat and calories. I've served this with veggies, as an appetizer, or tossed it with noodles as a main dish (Must sprinkle with plenty of cilantro!!) Recipe courtesy of the Chicago Sun-Times. -- posted by Hey Jude

Thai Aubergines Scented With Coconut

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 12:01:22 -0400

The best aubergines for this are the baby sized Japanese ones but regular also works ok. Although aubergines do not need to be salted to take away their bitternes nowadays the salting in this recipe reduces the amount of oil they absorb. For non veggies the soy in this can be replaced with nam pla. -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Devilish Coconut Canapes

Sat, 28 Oct 2006 09:26:39 -0400

These are from the 2006 veg society's "sinners" christmas menu. Note - the sweet potato needs to be cooked the day before. -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Brazilian Vegetable Curry With Spicy Tomato and Coconut Sauce

Sun, 29 Oct 2006 13:55:40 -0500

Very, very easy to double for large numbers of people. It can be served with rice or large flat breads for people to tear bits off and scoop up the curry. It can be frozen once cooked and cooled and the vegetables can be subbed 6 chicken breasts if you so desire. -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Sticky Coconut Chicken With Chili Glaze and Coconut Rice

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 14:55:15 -0500

The recipe comes from "The Best of Sunset" and it's a delicious grilled thai style recipe. I usually double the glaze as it keeps in the fridge and is delicious with noodles or over any other grilled meat. I serve this with Don Mauer's Coconut Rice. -- posted by greysangel

Aubergine (Eggplant) Curry With Lemongrass & Coconut Milk

Sat, 04 Nov 2006 06:14:59 -0500

Try to get Japanese aubergines for this as they work really well -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Creamy Coconut Thai Curry

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 14:25:14 -0500

A beautifully creamy curry, this dish is incredibly easy to prepare. It can be made in advance and left to marinade for a deeper flavour, or eaten immediately if you can't resist the smells eminating from the kitchen! The version below is fairly mild, but if you prefer it a little hotter, just add more chilli to taste. Kafir lime leaves are available from most large supermarkets these days. If you can't get them fresh, you may find them dried, or jarred. -- posted by Snowbunny Andorra

Green Pea and Coconut Laska

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 23:04:21 -0500

Despite the list of ingredients this is very easy to make. Green tea noodles work well with the soup but any other thin dried noodle would work just as well. -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Indian-Spiced Cashews

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 18:14:51 -0500

Use as a snack when friends drop by or use to garnish a salad or curried dish. This makes a nice gift in a pretty jar. -- posted by Annacia

Chestnut and Chorizo Soup

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 11:58:56 -0500

A tasty, flavourful soup perfect for Christmas starters or a lunch for the days when you've eaten too much :) and fancy a healthier alternative - so simple, really tasty and a bit spicy, yum! -- posted by Ozzy

Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Sun, 10 Dec 2006 21:54:25 -0500

Great winter soup, very quick recipe. This recipe as outline is spicy but not too hot won't leave a lasting burn but it does have a kick. Depending on personal preference u can turn up and down the heat in this recipe by varying the amount of red curry paste and the habanaro peppers can be done at any time so if you are unsure how hot u want it start with 1 tbspoon of red curry paste and add peppers and more paste to taste. -- posted by Sweetleaf420

Spicy Coconut Milk Noodles

Sun, 24 Dec 2006 07:52:43 -0500

Two of my favourite things, coconut and noodles together! Super easy and quick -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Chilli Fried Tofu With Coconut Noodles

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 17:20:31 -0500

Firey tofu dish great for a quick supper. Be careful that the Thai paste you but doesn't contain any fish derivatives if you are concious of animal products. -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Hazelnut Lemon Salsa

Sun, 07 Jan 2007 23:11:37 -0500

This different-sounding recipe caught my attention, so I'm posting here for safe-keeping. -- posted by Sandi (From CA)

Cashew Nut Chicken

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 16:57:00 -0500

A delicous, well-known, easy-to-do chinese dish, made of diced chicken and cashew nuts. -- posted by tasha.x3

Spicy Baked Party Dip

Sat, 03 Feb 2007 21:48:18 -0500

To save time toast the nuts in advance, if you are serving a crowd prepare two recipes and serve in two separate dishes. Prep time includes toasting nuts. -- posted by KITTENCAL

Burmese Spiced Nuts

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 23:00:00 -0500

From Nirmala Narine, a sweet and spicy snack. -- posted by Brenda.

Spiced Almonds for the Tapas Bar

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 17:06:51 -0500

Nice spicy and smoky salted almonds. -- posted by ~Rita~

Peanut Chicken With Jasmine Rice

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 23:08:54 -0500

This is a dish you will probably need to play around with as everyone has different tastes for peanut chicken, I suggest you start with the ingredient amounts stated in this recipe and mabey adjust slightly to taste, you will know after you make this dish a few times how you prefer it. You also might want to add in a tablespoon or two of fresh cilantro. Adjust the cayenne to desired heat level that you like. I would suggest to prepare the peanut sauce before you start cooking the chicken thighs. -- posted by KITTENCAL

Scrumptious Thai Coconut Red Curry

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 17:13:38 -0500

This is probably my favorite dish to make...and what my DH calls my "signature dish." It's easy, yummy, and healthy! I loosely based the recipe off instructions on a bottle of Thai Kitchen red curry paste. Rice expressions has an organic frozen short grain rice package that is perfect with this dish. -- posted by surfin' chef

Crunchy Coconut Shrimp

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 20:30:37 -0400

A simple and tasty appetizer that could also serve as a full meal with some noodles and veggies. -- posted by acetate3

Tarragon Vngrtt. Salad & Phyllo W/ Roquefort & Spice Nut

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 11:55:45 -0400

Phyllo Purses Filled with Roquefort Cheese and Sweet and Spicy Pecans, with Lolla Rossa and a Tarragon Sherry Vinaigrette.I was served this at a Wedding Guild luncheon in Tampa, FL. a couple of years ago, and was lucky enough to have my server get the recipe from the chef for me. This works well for lunch, dinner, or just the purses themselves served as an appetizer. Hope you enjoy! -- posted by Chef Chad C. Davis

Nirvana Chicken (Passover)

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 21:02:09 -0400

From a magazine called Reform Judiasm, Spring 2007 as a suggestion for Passover. The photo is fantastic. McCormick makes the red curry powder but it is a blend of spices that includes: cumin, cardamom and hot red chili powder. Use almonds for Passover or peanuts if not using for Passover. -- posted by Oolala

Vegan Butternut Squash Thai Curry Crepes With Coconut-Ginger-Pea

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 21:24:37 -0400

I decided I wanted to come up with my own Thai-inspired recipe, and I did! -- posted by Vegan Courtney

Thai-Styled Mashed Potatoes

Tue, 01 May 2007 23:03:56 -0400

Posting as per request! The heat factor is way too high for me and my residents!! Found on mealsforyou.com. -- posted by Manami

Sweet Potato, Ginger and Coconut Soup

Fri, 04 May 2007 11:36:03 -0400

Delicate Vegetarian Dish. Makes an excellent alternative starter to oriental cuisine. Very hearty. -- posted by Bonjour Elle

Thai Coconut Lime: Infused Skewers (#2)

Fri, 11 May 2007 14:45:31 -0400

A great way to lightly flavor your shrimp or chicken from the inside. Anything that can be "skewered" will have a little extra flavor. The possibilities are endless. This is one of many choices Check out my others. -- posted by ~Rita~

Potato Tomato Coconut Masala

Thu, 17 May 2007 15:26:52 -0400

Our neighbors in England were vegetarians who were moving toward a vegan diet. Melissa was a great cook -- if you're vegan, you've gotta be a good cook -- and she adapted this recipe from Madhur Jaffrey's "World of the East Vegetarian Cooking." -- posted by fluffernutter

Gg's Roasted Spicy Pecans

Thu, 17 May 2007 15:46:05 -0400

These make a delicious spicy snack--you can't eat just one. Not sweet and delicious. They can be frozen for a taste whenever you're in the mood -- posted by Gloria 15x

Arugula Basil Pesto

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 22:51:26 -0400

Skip the salt and pepper because the salty taste you'll get from the cheese and the arugula will give you a nice bite! I used optional Recipe #149428 for the cheese. -- posted by ~Rita~

Coconut Mango Rice

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 00:27:52 -0400

A fun Caribbean inspired recipe I found to post for ZWT3. -- posted by Mommy Diva

Spiced Almonds

Sun, 15 Jul 2007 23:21:51 -0400

Go down the spice route to satisfy a snack attack with these punchy, crunchy almonds. -- posted by English_Rose

Jaynes Peanut Butter Noodles

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 21:29:44 -0400

Jayne likes his noodles easy and fast. This is about as fancy as he gets when making them. Just a bit sweet and spicy if hes being uncharacteristically generous and sharing them with someone else, he might leave out the cayenne. (Inspired by Joss Whedons television show Firefly and movie Serenity.) -- posted by Julesong

Curried Pecans

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 12:36:41 -0400

An excellent snack for most any occasion--holidays, camping, sporting event get togethers, lunchboxes, etc. We can't stop eating them! These make a great gift, just cut a piece of cellophane and wrap into a cone shape tied with a colorful ribbon, or place in a pretty tin. They will be appreciated. -- posted by Brenda.

Peanut Noodles With Shredded Chicken & Vegetables

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 15:47:35 -0400

Choose a combination (12 oz) of vegetable from the salad bar and create your own mix. Here we used carrots, broccoli & snow-peas already premixed. We chose regular spaghetti instead of whole-wheat as the resident's won't eat the other. Also, we used regular peanut butter. EatingWell. -- posted by Manami

Jalapeño Chicken Poppers

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 06:05:34 -0400

These are very tasty and quite different from your regular "Poppers". Serve these as appetizers or as a side dish with a Mexican style meal. You can make these in the morning but wait to drizzle on the pecans until just before putting them in the oven If you are making them ahead, store in the fridge lightly covered until you are ready to bake them. Try them--I think you'll like them. -- posted by Bergy

Easy Thai Coconut Shrimp and Rice

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 19:11:11 -0400

Inspired by Dave Lieberman's Spicy Coconut Shrimp but simplified/modified to work for my family. I'll start the rice and then pull the marinating shrimp out of the fridge and the timing seems to work for me. I serve this with Grilled Pineapple Salad Recipe #243135, but it is good with any tropical fruit salad. -- posted by gourmetmomma

Volcanic Eruption

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 16:22:26 -0400

This is a cooling coffee drink that has a slight hint of heat! Chilis in small amounts stimulate circulation and the digestive processes. But when consumed in large amounts it will cause a cooling effect (so add the amount you like). This helps to explain why people living in hot tropical climates are apt to eat a lot of them. The cooling sensation is produced in two different ways. In one way the body (especially the face) starts to sweat; the more perspiration that gathers on the skin, the cooler a person will feel. The other way is through the release of endorphins by capsaicin into the bloodstream of people who eat them. These natural opiates in the brain affect the bodys own internal temperature, lowering it a few degrees. Made for RSC #10 Food for thought "A volcano is a mountain with hiccups." Mom and Dad Volcano: What did the dad volcano say to the mom volcano? Do you lava me like I lava you? -- posted by ~Rita~

Cinnamon-Almond Cookies

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 12:07:49 -0400

Cooking Light, August 2007. The dough for these cookies needs to be refrigerated for 1 hour before baking. -- posted by Vino Girl

Señora-Style Chicken

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 21:56:29 -0400

A neat recipe! Needs to marinate 15 minutes. mealsforyou.com -- posted by Manami

Jalapeno Nut Brittle

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:21:08 -0400

Sweet brittle using nuts of choice. If extra heat is desired go for a habanero and add some fresh jalapeno at the end along with the extracts. This is not spicy it just gives You That OH! What is that flavor? If wanting heat go for additional jalapenos added at the end of cooking along with the baking soda. -- posted by ~Rita~

Roasted Taco Pumpkin Seeds

Sat, 06 Oct 2007 00:28:49 -0400

For extra heat add in a very small pinch cayenne pepper, the recipe may be doubled is desired --- the seeds must be from a fresh cut pumpkin :) -- posted by KITTENCAL

Orange and Almond Crumble Christmas Mince Pies

Sat, 06 Oct 2007 19:52:28 -0400

Delicious little pies that combine an orange short crust pastry base with mincemeat filling and an almond crumble topping. Serve these warm with whipped cream or brandy butter. This recipe can be made in to one large pie - but I still prefer the dainty individual mini pies! I have two mincemeat recipes posted that can be used in these pies, if you are unable to source good quality commercial mincemeat locally. Recipe #257241 or Recipe #184762. Don't forget to leave a couple out for Father Christmas on Christmas Eve! -- posted by French Tart

Spicy Shrimp in Chile Sauce

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 18:52:10 -0400

Recipe by Eric Banh and Sophie Banh, featured in Food & Wine Magazine, October 2007 from their cookbook Simple, Tasty Vietnamese Cooking. The Chefs Eric and Sophie use fresh coconut juice in their sweet-spicy stir fry; we combined canned coconut milk and water. -- posted by Manami

Roasted Peanut Coated Cauliflower

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 21:36:00 -0400

Yummy!! Once you taste this, you'll never eat plain cauliflower again! It is spicy but that is what makes it good! Tangy & good! Atouchofthai.com. You can use the same recipe with 2 heads of broccoli. -- posted by Manami

Roasted-Garlic Chutney

Sun, 21 Oct 2007 01:35:45 -0400

When you think of chutneys, the word *dry* doesnt usually come to mind but this chutney with change all that. This potent condiment of roasted garlic, chilies and peanuts is a favorite in the western state of Maharashtra, home of Mumbai (Bombay). Use this chutney as a spicy rub for any meat, fish or poultry prior to grilling or roasting. Or mix it with cream cheese for a great sandwich spread or dip. Note: Tempted though you may be to roast all the ingredients at the same time, following the suggested roasting order ensures recipe success. Some of the spices have a tendency to burn faster when they are mixed with the slower-roasting garlic slices. Recipe courtesy Betty Crockers Indian Home Cooking. -- posted by Sandi (From CA)

Sweet and Sassy Mixed Nuts

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 23:36:55 -0400

These sweet mixed nuts will leave you hot, hot, hot! I gave these out for Christmas last year and got rave reviews. Not just for the holidays, they're great anytime you need a sassy treat! -- posted by Brooke the Cook in WI

Lou's Nuts

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 01:47:56 -0500

These nuts are so full of flavor. They are addicting. :) Great for holiday gifts as well. -- posted by Queen uh Cuisine

Mixed Spice - Traditional Old Fashioned English Pudding Spice

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 20:28:00 -0500

The aromatic scent of holidays and Mum's home baking, mixed spice is an essential jar on the spice rack. Mixed spice is a blend of sweet spices traditionally used in English cooking to provide a warming backnote. This typically English spice mixture can be purchased ready-mixed, but I prefer to make my own, as I find it difficult to find in France and I have my own special blend. It is essential for fruit cakes, Christmas plum pudding, mincemeat and hot cross buns; mixed spice is also a great addition to other fruity desserts such as apple & fruit pies, crumbles and compotes. Try it in cream cheese desserts, pickles, chutneys and mulled wine too. Make it up and buy the spices needed in small quantities, as the mixture soon loses its full rich flavour. Allspice, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and ginger are the usual blend of spices, but I sometimes like to add a few ground cardamom seeds as well as some ground coriander seeds. This spice mixture makes an unusual and attractive gift - tie a ribbon around the neck of the jar, with pretty paper and then add a seasonal recipe tag. -- posted by French Tart

Christmas Morning Jewelled Muffin Mix in a Jar

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 17:14:31 -0500

Delightful festive spiced muffins, studded with jewel coloured fruit and nuts - just the thing for Christmas morning! I love all types of "mixes" in a jar! Soups, biscuits, spices, cookies and cake mixes etc! However, this muffin mix is my favourite - it makes a wonderful gift, or I make it for us, as it looks so pretty & festive sitting in the kitchen waiting to be baked! Try to use really colourful dried fruits with a good mix of tastes and textures. For those of you who cannot source Mixed Spice, an essential ingredient, I have a recipe posted on Zaar: Recipe #266688. This muffin mix is always popular as a gift, and I do try to find unusual shaped jars and hand-made paper or card for the baking instructions. A wooden spoon tied around the neck of the jar is another winning idea - and don't forget the Holly sprig! -- posted by French Tart

Deviled Pecans Neiman Marcus

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 02:33:01 -0500

These are the spicy nuts served in all the bars at Neiman Marcus. Please feel free to reduce the salt. -- posted by Annacia

Cardamom-Spiced Crumb Cake

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 01:52:29 -0500

From Food & Wine, December 2007 -- posted by Vino Girl

Another Great Gingered Sweet Potatoes

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 23:57:29 -0500

I was at someone's office delivering some paperwork and I saw this magazine Cuisine At Home - Issue 42, Volume 7 and I asked them to copy this recipe for me. It looks fabulous! So I am posting here until we can make it. Which I am very sure won't be long. -- posted by Manami

Gingered Butternut Squash Soup With Spicy Pecan Cream

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:56:53 -0500

Dean Fearing loves the holiday feel of butternut squash, especially when it's cooked with ginger, as it is for his smooth, gently sweet soup. He tops it with whipped cream flecked with chopped pecans for a number of reasons: "Usually holiday soups have a dollop of cream-adding pecans gives it a dollop of flavor. And crunch. I think everything should have a little bit of crunch to it. Plus, this is Texas, and pecans are in Texas." Recipe by Dean Fearing from Dean Fearing's Dallas Thanksgiving. F&W Magazine, 11/07 edition. -- posted by Manami

Stir-Fried Cabbage With Cashews

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:23:48 -0500

F&W Magazine, newsletter 01/092008. Looks very interesting and have put it here for safe-keeping. -- posted by Manami

Chile-Lime Peanuts

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:56:38 -0400

A traditional Oaxacan bar snack, these lime- and chile-flavored peanuts are typically deep-fried in pork fat. The folks at Chow lightened them up by roasting them in the oven for a quick and easy snack without sacrificing any flavor. Try them out at your next cocktail party, and dont be put off by the amount of garlicroasting sweetens and mellows it. -- posted by Sandi (From CA)

Mchicha - Tanzanian Spinach & Peanut Curry.

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:22:32 -0400

Mchicha is a very traditional dish in Tanzania & can be made like this with peanut butter - homemade or natural is best - or it can be made with a whole coconut (grated flesh & milk) instead. Posted for ZWT 4. -- posted by Um Safia

Coconut Shrimp With Spicy Apricot Dipping Sauce

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 22:35:36 -0400

These are soooo good! Found this on the Smuckers web site. -- posted by Manami

Tsire Powder Mixture

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 01:19:29 -0400

This recipe comes from West Africa where it is used to coat raw meat kebobs which have first been dipped in oil or beaten egg and then dusted with the powder before being cooked on a barbeque. The cooked kebabs are then dusted with more powder before being served. -- posted by Celticevergreen

Black Forbidden Rice & Eggplant With Almond Cream Sauce

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 23:51:27 -0400

According to Chinese legend, deliciously rich black forbidden rice was considered so rare and nutritious that only the emperor was allowed to eat it. Now you can find it in some grocery store and health food stores. You can mix the components together and bake as a casserole or serve individually. Adapted from Delicious Living magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Five-Spice Glazed Nuts

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:15:19 -0400

Give this Asian mix a try! Yes! 1 teaspoon of the 5 Spice goes a long way! As long as it is fresh!!!!!! You'll find this enticingly sweet and spicy just like your spouse. -- posted by ~Rita~

Splenda's Sweet and Spicy Snack Mix

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:41:04 -0500

Here is another recipe from the www.splenda.com website. "When stored in an air tight tin, you'll enjoy days of snacking." -- posted by senseicheryl

Pasta With Spicy Almond or Hazelnut Pesto

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:36:51 -0500

Using almond butter is a great shortcut for making this delicious spicy dish. Or hazelnut butter for an earthier pesto. This fast recipe is by Grace Parisi, From: Fast Ingredient: Nut Butters from F&W Magazine, Nov. 2005 -- posted by Manami

Kellogg's Original Crispix Mix Recipe

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:34:23 -0500

This is the recipe that I found inside the box of Crispix Cereal. The ingredients appear to be slightly different from the other posted recipes. NOTES: Dry roasted mixed nuts can be used in place of regular mixed nuts. Reduced calorie margarine can be substituted for regular margarine. For nutrition and other great recipes, please visit the www.kelloggs.com/recipes website. -- posted by senseicheryl

Spicy Carrot Peanut Soup

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:20:22 -0500

I had some carrots and really like blending things, so I made some soup -- posted by Chris Beckstrom

Tofu in Spiced Coconut Sauce (Vegan)

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:16:59 -0500

Some like it hot! Spices, chillies, and herbs make a fragrant sauce for this dish. Adapted from a recipe for prawns in the "Hot & Spicy Kitchen Handbook" -- posted by DitaVT

Szechuan Peanut Sauce * Exported from Mastercook *

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 22:53:53 -0500

After many years of searching for and trying many, many other recipes, this remains my favorite spicy peanut sauce. My favorite way to serve it is as a dipping sauce for long, fresh green beans, an idea I picked up from a caterer in Gainesville, FL (if I could remember her name, I'd give her credit). Many years ago, I had an edition of MasterCook recipe management software. As technology changed, my software became out-of-date and unusable, but I didn't replace it because I saw the benefit of web-based software such as RecipeZaar (why try to manage recipes all by yourself when you can be part of a community and do it together). After years without this recipe (I never could find where I wrote it down or printed it), I tracked it down in Google. I've added it to RecipeZaar to keep for myself and share with others. The recipe is exactly how I found it, including the name, ingredients, directions, and the notes (see below). The only additional notes I would suggest are: add the chili oil one teaspoon at a time, tasting in between, until you reach your desired level of spiciness; and keep the sauce thoroughly chilled or heated, it will separate at room temperature. Enjoy! ORIGINAL NOTES Recipe By: Jo Anne Merrill Use about 1 tablespoon of sauce per serving of chicken or fish. *Cilantro is usually sold in small bunches. You will need only about 1/3 of an average bunch or 2-3 of the stems with leaves attached. It may also be sold as coriander or Chinese parsley. -- posted by lchelini

Gluten-Free Coconut Prune Cookies

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 01:34:11 -0500

A unique but scrumtious combination, these rich, moist, and chewy cookies are reminicent of plum pudding. -- posted by katii

Spiced Oatmeal Cookies

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 01:01:16 -0500

A different twist on regular oatmeal cookies! Crunchy, soft, with a great sweet and spiced flavor! -- posted by Chef #1146101

Chile Roasted Macadamia Nuts

Sun, 10 May 2009 19:38:09 -0400

From the fooddownunder website; Posted for ZWT 5. -- posted by alligirl

Everything Cookies

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:31:10 -0400

Light, crispy, chewy, sugary cookies with a cinnamony, gingery, nutty taste. Other ingredients such as rolled oats, raisins, chocolate chips or any other ingredient of your choice can be added to taste. -- posted by the_allergic_chef

Shrimp Bites Wrapped in Greens

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:07:02 -0400

Isabel Cruz's Spicy "Shoestring" Party Menu for a Sultry Late-Summer Night - CBS Morning Show, 09/01/2007. The San Diego-based chef likes to marry the tastes of Latin American cooking she grew up with to the Pacific Rim tastes she's come to know as a Californian. But most of all, Cruz likes to keep her cooking clean, fresh, flavorful and healthy - she likes to go for flavors that pop and offer contrast to one another. She has 5 restaurants on the West Coast, from Portland, Ore. down to San Diego, Ca:). She has also published a cookbook "Isabel's Cantina."Growing-up, Isabel's friends were Puerto Rican, Cuban, Peruvian, and she also spent time with her Asian friends learning Japanese, Chinese and Korean cuisine. Thus, was born her fusion of different flavors. "This is a Thai appetizer of shrimp wrapped with coconut, peanuts, and chiles in a leaf. She likes to use raw collard greens as wrappers for these spicy little snacks, which she drizzles with a little guava sauce to complete the hot-sweet Thai flavors while also bringing these bites further into the Latin realm. Prepare these ingredients in advance, and then assemble these at the last minute." She was given a $60 budget to create a dinner menu for 6 people - thus: Chef on a Shoesting. -- posted by Manami

Louisiana Sunburst Salad

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:37:05 -0400

A delightfully flavorful salad that give you a twist on taste with cinnamon and tabasco sauce. It's a tweaked recipe from Chef Robert Bruce at the Palace Café on Canal Street in New Orleans. If you don't have raspberry vinegar, you can soak a raspberry teabag in the required amount of regular vinegar overnight. I used Celestial Seasons Raspberry Zinger. Works great! -- posted by trishaj

Spiced Pecans or Walnuts

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 01:50:58 -0400

These spiced pecans are very popular, particularly at bake sales. I don't remember where I got the recipe, but I've been making them for at least thirty years. The hardest part is not eating all the nuts as they cool. -- posted by Desert Baker

Thai Coconut Peanut Chicken

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:43:11 -0400

This was one of my favorite recipes from Painter's Tavern in NY state. I tracked down various versions and tested and retested until I found the taste that fit their version. Thai inspired, not truly an authentic dish. -- posted by HeatherFeather

Cashew Chicken

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 17:05:05 -0400

When your craving take-out but don't have much cash, it's cheaper to make this dish at home, and very simple too! -- posted by GingerlyJ

Asian Inspired Coconut Crab Cakes

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:16:07 -0400

I got the idea for this recipe taking an international cooking class in college.. I adapted it til it was perfect.. -- posted by GingerlyJ

Awesome Pecans

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:04:26 -0400

Totally addictive... these pecans are sweet, spicy, salty and crisp. A friend gave me some pecans for Christmas. I used the recipe she shared, a recipe from RecipeZaar, and another, from a third source. All three were good, but finally I came up with this recipe that satisfied my tastes, and my friends as well. -- posted by Sweetiebarbara

Cayenne Coconut Crusted Chicken

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 08:13:54 -0500

Recipe is from the Spice Islands website ... yummy with the Spicy Apricot Sauce! -- posted by Sweet Jezebel

Crab Balls With Grapefruit Salad

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 08:52:12 -0500

Crab Balls with Grapefruit Salad Recipe by Jean-Georges Vongerichten The crab and grapefruit in this dish first appeared at the restaurant Spice Market tossed with cold glass noodles. Jean Georges Vongerichten decided it was a "messy pile," but liked the flavors, so he reconfigured them into crab balls rolled in panko (Japanese bread crumbs) and sesame seeds. The side salad is a fabulous mix of tart (grapefruit), spicy (Thai chile) and sweet (ginger syrup). ;) F&W Magazine, From: Jean Georges's Best Small Plates, Published, July 2006 edition. 2 hr 20 min freezing and thawing time. -- posted by Manami

Spicy Prawn Soup

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:00:43 -0500

Right now, the temperature is 49 degrees & I live in South Florida. The compressor for the heat on the first floor of the nursing home is broken, can you imagine? We don't even have clothes for this weather -- I think I'll spend some more time in my room in my flannel granny gowns - that my daughter insisted I have! So I found this recipe this morning, we made it and it's great! ;) A quick and spicy wok-based soup means one pan, zero fuss and supper's on the table in 20 minutes. Good Food Magazine, November 2007 edition.:) If you can't find a can of coconut milk, use a block of creamed coconut or a carton of coconut cream, diluted as instructed. -- posted by Manami

Beef Satay With Hot Mango Dip

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:44:49 -0500

Taken from an appetizer cookbook I have, but modified a bit for our tastes. I make a peanut sauce to serve with the mango dip as well. Make some fried rice and serve with some wontons or egg rolls!! Prep time includes marinating. -- posted by KPD