Taipei’s Best Xiao Long Bao The Shanghai-style soup dumplings, or xiao long bao, at Din Tai Fung have a cult following like no other. A refugee of China’s civil war, Yang Bing-yi opened the original location on Taipei’s east side in the 70s. A couple decades later, the New York Times named the dumpling house as… Read More →
Yu xiang qie zi By Fuchsia Dunlop This dish, almost more than any other, expresses for me the gorgeous layering of flavors that is the signature of Sichuanese cooking. Pickled chillies, either on their own or with fermented fava beans in the famous Sichuan chilli bean sauce, give the dish its warmth and luster; garlic,… Read More →
By Andrew Zimmern I have wanted to try this version of meatballs for a while because I am really obsessed with all kinds, from all cultures and food traditions. They are light when rolled properly and not overcooked. Meatballs are versatile and can be made quickly on a weeknight with ingredients of all types. Grilled… Read More →
Sweet Pea Penne Carbonara By Andrew Zimmern So a few weeks ago I was making my sweet pea risotto for dinner and thought, what about a sweet pea carbonara? There are lots of fun ways to flavor a traditional carbonara. Bittman, the NYT and Food & Wine magazine all have various versions of spinach carbonara,… Read More →
Craveable Meatball Pull-Apart Sliders By Andrew Zimmern This easy crowd-pleaser has become a favorite in my household, for parties, on game day, as an appetizer or dinner. The combination of pork, veal and chicken makes a beautiful, tender meatball that’s elevated with my flavorful Andrew Zimmern Badia Italian spice blend – with REAL flavors of… Read More →
Compound Butter Recipe By Andrew Zimmern I am a sucker for a good butter burger, a Wisconsin specialty invented at Solley’s in Milwaukee. Finish a cooked burger with a dollop of butter seasoned with shallots, herbs, a little fresh lemon juice and a shake of my Badia Lemon & Shallots spice blend. Once it melts… Read More →
From my grandmother’s split pea soup to pasta carbonara and sticky Chinese chicken wings, my FREE digital cookbook includes all of my best-loved recipes. This digital cookbook has a little bit of everything. Soups, salads and appetizers, plus game day snacks that are super-shareable, hearty weeknight meals and even a few special occasion items (hello,…
By Andrew Zimmern I can’t think of a better game day or cocktail party appetizer than these retro meatballs. With a sticky, sweet-and-sour pineapple glaze, they remind me of the 60s, when the tiki bar trend really flourished in New York City. The key to keeping these tender is to not overwork the mix of… Read More →
Gather the following: Diced tomatoes Shredded lettuce Sliced jalapenos Pitted sliced black olives Sour cream Minced onions Chopped cilantro Black bean chili Tomatillo salsa 12 small individual bags of Fritos corn chips Open the Frito bags, add a ladle of chili and some/all of the above ‘mix-ins’… it’s a taco in a bag. Spoon in… Read More →
Russian Pork & Veal Dumplings By Andrew Zimmern Dumplings are the PERFECT comfort food. These pelmeni are Russian-style dumplings filled with pork, veal and caramelized onions. Made with sour cream, buttermilk, eggs and flour, the dough is really easy to work with, so don’t be intimidated. Serve them with a dollop of sour cream and… Read More →
By Andrew Zimmern These craveable dumplings will be your next favorite family go-to! Watch the video to learn how to make these with a crunchy golden lattice that is easier to make than scrambled eggs. Trust me!
By Andrew Zimmern Pickle-brined fried chicken three ways – Nashville-style hot chicken, buffalo sauce and dry rubbed with Sichuan peppercorns and cumin. So easy and delicious, you gotta try it for Super Bowl Sunday! Like this recipe? Save it on Pinterest!
Beijing Noodles By Andrew Zimmern Also called Fried Sauce Noodles, this dish is arguably the most famous noodle dish in China. In Beijing, it’s available everywhere, anywhere and anytime, from humble food stalls to fancy restaurants. My friend Judy at the Woks of Life posted a great recipe that used to get started. I owe… Read More →
15 Foolproof Easter Recipes Here are a few of my favorite Easter recipes, from brunch classics like quiche lorraine to an easy rustic crumble for dessert. Try the ham with Madeira-cider glaze or rack of pork loin with mustard and apricots—both make for lovely centerpiece roasts. Frittata Rustica with Mixed Vegetables & Manchego If… Read More →
Venison Stuffed Cabbage Rolls By Nevada Berg Cabbage rolls are a classic dish, and for many of us, reminiscent of childhood memories. Various meat and cabbage rolls are made around the world—I remember my mother making her own version—but in Norway, they’re typically made with pork, and served with a tomato or white sauce. I… Read More →
Charred Tomatillo Salsa By Andrew Zimmern This is one of my favorite salsas. It’s sweet, smoky, roasty, spicy, acidic and bright, with a hint of bitterness that I find addictive. Eat it with chips as an easy appetizer, on top of shrimp and green chiles, brisket nachos, or my Mexican pork burgers. Watch Andrew make… Read More →
Recipes for a Father’s Day Grill Out Being a father is my life’s greatest joy. Parenthood is the best gift of all, and spending time by the grill or in the kitchen teaching my son the ropes is my favorite way to spend Father’s Day. Here are 10 recipes to inspire you to fire up… Read More →
Kielbasa Split Pea Soup By Andrew Zimmern My grandma started making a version of this almost 50 years ago, using kosher hot dogs and her mom’s pea soup recipe. Suffice it to say, it’s changed. Make it with your favorite Eastern European sausage—kielbasa, Krakowska and Ukrainian all rock in this soup. I like to use… Read More →
Posole By Andrew Zimmern Hominy is the star of posole, a hearty Mexican stew loaded with chiles. While canned hominy is readily available, dried white corn hominy from Rancho Gordo has a superior flavor and toothsome texture that I love. I’ve long sung the praises of Rancho Gordo’s top quality products, and this heirloom prepared… Read More →
Swedish Meatballs with Beef Gravy By Andrew Zimmern I don’t think there is a more soul-satisfying meal than Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes smothered in homemade beef gravy. I like to brown the meatballs in butter first, before finishing them in the oven with a little chicken stock so they stay nice and moist. This… Read More →
Hunan-Style Peanut Sauce By Andrew Zimmern This classic Hunan-style peanut sauce is one of my favorites for dipping, glazing and enjoying with all sorts of Asian food. It’s great with sticky rice, fried chicken summer rolls, ribs, chicken satay, pork belly or chicken off the grill. Watch Andrew make this recipe:
Grand Cafe Important restaurants keep exploding all over the Twin Cities. Grand Cafe joins the list that includes Spoon & Stable, Heyday, Bellecour, Corner Table and many new to the scene like Kado No Mise and Martina, that are proof positive Minnesota is ground zero for some of the best food in America. Photograph… Read More →
My Grandmother’s Meatloaf By Andrew Zimmern This is a hearty meatloaf of beef, pork and veal studded with flavorful vegetables. Just like my grandmother, I like to put one slice of bacon on the bottom of the loaf pan to aromatize the dish, and another on top to baste it while it cooks. If you’re… Read More →
Four Chile Salsa By Andrew Zimmern Using four different types of dried chiles adds a deep complexity to this thick salsa that’s hard to beat. It’s also incredibly versatile—use this chile salsa to braise pork, seafood or chicken, to accompany grilled beef, as a sauce for tamales or enchiladas, or simply as a dip for… Read More →
What to do with turkey leftovers By Andrew Zimmern I always make a Thanksgiving turkey because I love the leftovers turned into sandwiches, soups, and my son’s favorite, turkey tetrazzini. I use up my last scraps of meat and the salty kiss of some killer parmesan with this creamy pasta casserole. On a cold fall… Read More →
Pan-Fried Black Pepper Shrimp Chef Floyd Cardoz shares his recipe for simple pan-fried black pepper shrimp, adapted from his latest restaurant Paowalla. Located in NYC’s Soho neighborhood, Paowalla is a celebration of modern Indian cuisine specializing in the subcontinent’s vast library of breads (paowalla translates to “a person who makes and sells bread”), from the… Read More →
Ma Po Eggplant By Andrew Zimmern This is one of my favorite Chinese dishes, made easy for the home cook. It’s a spicy, savory pork sauté served over roasted eggplant. I adore eggplant and make this dish all the time as part of a multi-course spread or just by itself alongside a bowl of steamed… Read More →
Hot Sesame Oil Dipping Sauce By Andrew Zimmern This dipping sauce uses hot sesame oil to coax the flavor out of ginger, garlic and Szechuan peppercorns. It goes well with my Hainanese Chicken Rice, on pork, chicken, fish or beef. You’re going to love it. Watch Andrew make this recipe:
Tune in for Bizarre Foods: Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride Aug. 29 at 9|8c on Travel Channel The midnight ride of Paul Revere marked the beginning of a war that changed our world forever. On this episode of Bizarre Foods, I’m following in the footsteps of this great patriot, revealing layers of history and food traditions… Read More →
Tune in for Bizarre Foods: Cajun Country Aug. 15 at 9|8c on Travel Channel On this episode of Bizarre Foods, I’m traversing the heart of Acadiana, an untouched bastion of American history where centuries-old traditions remain a way of life. A region of swamps, bayous and gulf coast marshes, people in Cajun country still live… Read More →
