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Culinary Chemistry: On the Technique of Brining

Published by Jonell Galloway + Friday, January 28, 2011 Permalink 0

Culinary Chemistry: On the Technique of Brining

by Jenn Oliver

Hello and welcome to the first post of Culinary Chemistry with Jenn! I am Jenn, your resident scientist with a gluten-free husband who is curious about all things related to the how and why of cooking. Today, we’re going to talk about brining, but each post will explore a different technique or phenomenon related to cooking/baking in the kitchen. Do you have questions or are curious about a particular aspect in the kitchen? Feel free to send me an email at jennoliver@theramblingepicure.com or on our online chat to the right of the screen, or join our Community and follow the Culinary Chemistry group and forum.

Recipe: Spicy Fish Tajine, a Recipe by Christophe Certain

Published by Jonell Galloway + Thursday, January 20, 2011 Permalink 0

by Christophe Certain

Recipe translated and adapted by Jonell Galloway

Click here for French version

Tajine or tagine, as the Berbers call it, is a oven-stewed dish baked in a heavy clay pot. It is found in North African cuisines, in particular in Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya.

The name “tajine” actually refers to the clay pot in which it is cooked, because it has a very particular shape. The bottom part is flat and circular with low sides. The cover is dome-shaped and rests inside the base while baking. A tajine dish is usually painted or glazed and is quite decorative, so it can put directly on the table.

Spontaneous Cuisine: Strawberry and Rhubarb Compote Recipe

Published by Jonell Galloway + Tuesday, November 9, 2010 Permalink 0

Spontaneous Cuisine: Strawberry and Rhubarb Compote Recipe

A recipe by Jonell Galloway

I always get really excited when the strawberries and rhubarb come on the market. For me it’s literally like “breaking news.” They’re really the first local fruit.

Photo courtesy of Happy Hoarfrost.

One of my favorite dishes is strawberry and rhubarb compote. It’s healthy, full of fiber and vitamins; it’s also versatile and can be used in many ways.

In addition, it’s about as easy as you can get.