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Charred Romaine with Tomatillo Dressing

The last 3 weeks have been a bit of a hiatus, with lots of traveling, eating out a lot, and little time to cook. I did lug the September...

Seared Watermelon Steak

Watermelon steak is a visual and flavor treat. Surprisingly, it works, really well. When put on a very hot pan, the natural sugars in the...

Mexican Green Shakshouka

Shakshouka is one of my favorite brunch dishes, up there with chilaquiles. Eggs are poached in a spicy tomato and onion stew, making it...

Pomegranate Glazed Baked Eggplant

Growing up, my older brother would regularly order "limonada con granada": typically this would come back as limeade mixed with granadina...

Peach and Blackberry Compote

Peaches and berries are in peak season, and the two combine perfectly in this easy dish. Unlike traditional compotes, I did not add any...

Cauliflower Rice

You know when dishes pretend to be a healthy versions of a not-good-for-you dish? Like vegan melty cheese, it is risky, and comes hand in...

Watermelon Mint Salad

Bite into a watermelon slice in August and... uf. It's the epitome of summer: sweet, juicy, refreshing. This salad is that and more. It...

Arugula Mint Pistachio Pesto

The night before my cousins returned to the homeland, I stopped by to say goodbye and a few hours later, I walked out with a HUGE bag of...

Basic Raw Cashew Cream

Inspired by my favorite vegan Mexican restaurant in San Francisco, Gracias Madre, I give you vegan crema. I don’t pretend it is an...

Chile Poblano Rajas

Rajas are one of my all-time favorite Mexican dishes. They are a part of any meal - breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner, after hours - and a...