Moroccan Harira Soup A more up-to-date variation of a lentil soup can be found in this mildly spicy and warming Moroccan harira soup. The name of the soup, harira, is derived from the Arabic word for silk. The texture of the soup is silky and smooth, hence the name....
Reader Question: “The recipe I am preparing says to ‘parboil’ the rice until it is al dente. What does that mean and how do I do that?” Answer: When a recipe says to ‘parboil’ the rice it literally means to partially cook the rice. Al dente means that it is firm to...
BooksWorth a lookCookbook Reads: The Giving Table By Naomi Ross (Menucha Publishers, ISBN 1614658633) Review by Shoshana Isaacson, Food EditorFor many, the name Naomi Ross has become familiar to us through her work as a food writer and contributor to various Jewish...
Although not originally a Jewish tradition, it has in many places become a custom to exchange gifts with both family and friends on Chanukah. When selecting a gift for your favorite foodie you may be a bit overwhelmed by all of the options. In the UNORTHOBOXED Test...
Air Fryer Latkes Makes 16 latkes Based on a recipe from diethood.comIngredients3 to 4 russet potatoes, peeled (or not, your choice) 1 small yellow onion 2 large eggs ¼ cup panko crumbs (regular or gluten free) 1 teaspoon salt Fresh ground black pepper, to taste...
Latkes with a Twist - Forget the Potato, Try These!Whether you are cutting carbs or fat, or just into something different this Chanukah, check out these alternatives to the traditional latke.by Shoshana IsaacsonUNORTHOBOXED Magazine Food EditorWhen the Hebrew month of...
Plant Based & Kosher Welcome to the newest addition to our food section. by Shoshana IsaacsonUNORTHOBOXED Magazine Food EditorBeing plant based and keeping kosher may seem like a no-brainer but there can be some challenges and bumps along the way. This column aims...
Many of us grew up hearing about the three Rs - Reduce, Reuse and Recycle when referring to waste management and caring for the world. A hot new trend in the food world is Reducetarianism. Just when you thought you understood all the different isms of eating, another...
Reader Question: "Help! I am mid-recipe and just realized I don’t have one of the ingredients. What can I use as a substitute?" Answer: This question or ones similar find their way to my inbox almost daily. In many cases there is something in most people's pantries...
Latkes de Plátano & Salsa de Ajo (Plantain Latkes with Garlic Sauce) Makes 16 small latkesIngredientsSalsa De Ajo: 2 tablespoons garlic, minced 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped 1/2 cup white vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt and pepper to taste...