Mughlai Chicken Recipe • Spicy and Flavorful Indian Dish! | Club Foody

I’ve always had a curious culinary attitude. I don’t like to restrain myself to only French or North American cuisine. Why should I? There are so many delicious ingredients from around the world, millions of recipes, exotic spices and herbs so why limit ourselves to just a few cuisines?
 
I enjoy cooking Indian cuisine. The dishes are always packed with tons of flavors like Tandoori Chicken, Indian Butter Chicken, Samosa, Chicken Biryani, Rogan Josh, Chicken Tikka Masala, or this one… my Mughlai Chicken!
 
This dish is quite different from what you might usually have. The sauce is primarily made with an onion mixture and cream. Is it spicy? I won’t kid you… Yes it is because whole green and red chilies are added to make the sauce but you can always adapt it to your liking by reducing the amounts and/or removing the seeds.
 
What exactly is Mughlai Chicken? Actually the word “Mughlai” itself is a type of cuisine that is interlaced with other cultures which are Indian, Iranian and Turko-Persian. It originated during the Mughals invasion in India way back in the 16th-century. These dishes can be at opposite ends of the spectrum; from mild to spicy. What makes this cuisine so distinctive is the strong aroma and taste from the spices. This is a cuisine I enjoy making often because of the exotic combination of ingredients, spices and herbs.
 
This is a great dish to make when you have a ton of onions and don’t want to waste them. Mughlai Chicken is not a quick recipe but definitely a tasty one. It’s a delicious change from Butter Chicken or Tandoori. This is a lovely meal to serve along with white rice and naan bread…
Bon Appétit!
 
Check out these other delicious Indian recipes…
– Indian Butter Chicken
– Tandoori Chicken
– Indian Basmati with Dry Fruits
– Indian Masala Chai
– Chicken Biryani coming in 2021
– Chicken Tikka Masala coming in 2022
and for even more great international recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • International

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Demi-Glace Recipe & Espagnole Sauce Recipe | Club Foody

It doesn’t matter if you’re a professional chef like Gordon Ramsay, Paul Bocuse, Wolfgang Puck, Jamie Oliver or Sanjeev Kapoor, there are a few “culinary basics” that everyone should know including us, home cooks. One of them is the 5 French Mother Sauces.
 
The reason why it’s called that is because each of them has its own “kids”, if I may put it that way. If we take Béchamel, one of the mother sauces, from this basic sauce there are a few other secondary sauces that can be made including Mornay, Soubise, Cheddar Cheese, Cream, Nantua, Cheesy and Mustard. The same applies to the other “moms”; Hollandaise, Espagnole, Velouté and Classic Tomato.
 
In the past I’ve posted my Basic Brown Sauce recipe. It’s great as is but by adding one extra ingredient, this sauce turns into an Espagnole which, as mentioned above, is one of the 5 Mother Sauces. The added ingredient is tomato purée… that’s all! Now on the other hand, making a “traditional” Espagnole Sauce is more complex than my Basic Brown Sauce. After cooking the mirepoix (combination of onions, carrots and celery), then adding the tomato purée, there’s that beef stock, aka called “brown stock” made from bones that have been roasted first, that is poured into the mixture… As you can see, it’s time consuming and for us, every day cooks, we can find an easier way with almost the same results.
 
Without making everything from scratch, there’s still hope to make a nice decent Espagnole sauce by cutting corners. Buy a good quality store-bought beef broth with low-sodium or even unsalted. The reason behind this is while the sauce is reducing (first when making the Espagnole and then the Demi-Glace), the salt will intensify in the process making it extremely salty. The other option is to buy a demi-glace base or concentrate. Either way, you can still have a beautiful sauce for your recipe.
 
Fine, now that my basic brown sauce turned into a shortcut version of an Espagnole sauce, let’s make a secondary one… Demi-Glace! Why go through all that trouble to make a sauce? It’s because it’s worth it!
 
Demi-Glace is a rich dark sauce that is a mixture of half Espagnole and half brown stock reduced by half which is what the word “demi” means in French while glace means “ice”. This sauce is very concentrated and is a delicious base for other sauces like a nice red wine (Marchand de Vin) or Mushroom sauce over grilled meat such as steaks. I like to use Demi-Glace for my Steak Diane recipe which is coming in November 2020. It’s also great to add to stews and soups.
 
There’s a long list of recipes where you can use Demi-Glace. It’s obviously a perfect match when it comes to grilled meats or roasts. Making this secondary sauce will bring your dish to restaurant quality. Eventually, I’ll be posting the “long version” of it but in the interim, I’m sure you’ll enjoy this shortcut.
Bon Appétit!
 
Check out these incredible sauce recipes…
– Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
– Smoky Buffalo Wing Sauce
– Iguana’s Mushroom Sauce
– Seafood Cocktail Sauce
– Bolognese Sauce
– Triple Chili Wing Sauce
an for even more sauce and marinade recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Sauces & Marinades

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Ricotta Cheese • How to Drain - Tips & Tricks | Club Foody

I’m a cheese addict… it must be a French thing! Yep, that makes sense, right? Seriously though, I can’t imagine living without cheese. Our cheese drawer is packed and I’ll find a zillion reasons to have cheese everyday; a slice of cheese in the morning or spread some on my croissant while in the mid-afternoon I’ll be enjoying an apple with a slice or two of cheese – hey one cannot go without the other… it’s a rule -, and if I didn’t have any during that day, I’ll make or create something with cheese in it… that is if I didn’t enjoy some with my glass of wine while prepping dinner!
 
Now not all cheeses are the same; some are hard while others are very soft and anything in between. There are a few Italian cheeses that I really enjoy and cook or bake with quite often. One of them is very soft and creamy perhaps too creamy and most of the time I have to do this step before using it. This is what this episode is about… Ricotta Cheese • How to Drain.
 
This particular cheese is awesome because it can be used for so many dishes like pasta, pizza and desserts. As ricotta has a high moisture content, when I make my Cannoli, I have to do this step to prevent them from becoming soggy, unless I buy impastata ricotta which is much dryer and naturally drained. On the other hand, I don’t really see why I should spend extra dollars when I can do the same at home and get exactly the same results with my Ricotta Cheese • How to Drain.
 
It’s an easy, effortless method. You need a few kitchen tools to accomplish this Ricotta Cheese • How to Drain process and also time… actually 24 hours. There’s a little planning ahead but you’ll get exactly the same impastata Ricotta results…
Bon Appétit!
 
Here are a few kitchen tips and tricks to add to your list
– Buttermilk from Scratch
– Tomato Paste Leftover Solution
– Secret for Better Grating Soft Cheeses/Butter
– How to Roast and Peel Peppers
– Extract the Most Juice from Citrus Fruits
– Vanilla Sugar – How to Make It
and for more handy kitchen tips and tricks, click on this link… Recipe Category • Tips & Tricks
 
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Mongolian Beef Recipe • Easy, Inexpensive & Flavorful! | Club Foody

Let’s talk about beef. Each cut of meat has its own purpose. If you chose Beef Tenderloin or T-Bone Steak, they are very flavorful just like a Porterhouse, Rib-Eye or New York Strip Steak, and are tender as well. They are perfect for grilling.
 
On the other hand, there are other cuts of beef where the meat is tough and less flavorful and therefore best when simmering for hours with marinade. There are Chuck Eye aka Boneless Chuck Fillet including Flank Steak, Swiss Steak, Round Steak and so on.
 
What I’m trying to say is you wouldn’t take a beautiful Filet Mignon and braise it in a slow cooker. It would be a big “faux pas” and a waste of money! – or grill a few Swiss Steaks aka Arm Steaks on the barbecue. They would end up being pretty tough.
 
When it comes to Round Steaks and other similar “tougher” cuts, they are great for braising, using them in stews or marinating for a while. They are cheap cuts but that doesn’t mean there are no delicious recipes to use them in like this one… Mongolian Beef!
 
There are many different versions of this dish but I have to admit that mine is quite flavorful… It’s a great recipe and the mix of ingredients makes it quite tasty, it’s an awesome dish to serve to your guests.
 
The sauce for this Mongolian Beef is simple and yet incredibly succulent! It brings just the right amount of sweetness, saltiness and spiciness… exactly how Chinese sauces are supposed to be made. Although I don’t do the frying method often, I quickly fried the strips of meat in hot oil, just long enough so they are cooked without being tough.
 
There’s an ingredient that I enjoy cooking with and it’s Chili Oil. It brings so much flavor to many different dishes! I like to add a little bit along with canola oil just before sautéing the garlic and ginger. I highly suggest you to make your own as it’s such an easy recipe and a great condiment to have around. Simply click here for the link… Chili Oil
 
If you feel like having Mongolian Beef but don’t want the MSG, this recipe is a healthier and better version than the ones from the restaurants! Give it a try and you’ll find out how easy and delicious this popular dish is by making it at home…
Bon Appétit!
 
Check out these delicious Asian inspired recipes…
– Singapore Noodles
– Dakgangjeong – Sweet & Spicy Crispy Korean Chicken
– Tuna Tataki with Avocado Slaw
– Vietnamese Iced Coffee
– Matcha Cheesecake
– Asian Chicken Salad
and for even more beef recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Beef

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Veggie Orzo Risotto Recipe • Easy & Delicious Side Dish! | Club Foody

I enjoy developing dishes with a complexity of flavor that blend together perfectly as an end result. Creating recipes is fun; mixing, adding, tasting, adjusting and enjoying! Playing with herbs, spices and ingredients, forming a harmonious dish is a “high” for me. I also like simplicity once in a while. It’s my little break to rejuvenate from my crafted culinary mind… A juicy Grilled Chicken, steak or sautéed pork chop along with a nice side dish is as lovely as a complex dish.
 
When it comes to side dishes, I like to diversify things. As much as veggies are great sides including Broccolini, Asparagus, Carrots, peas, broccoli or Green Beans, pasta is as well. A beautiful Risotto or Mac and Cheese can complete and wrap up a meal nicely. Here’s a recipe where I actually combined the two together… my Veggie Orzo Risotto!
 
Simple yet so tasty, this is a flavorful side dish that pairs so well with many proteins. With a great mix of onion, mushrooms, peas, orzo and other ingredients, this Veggie Orzo Risotto dish blends delightfully well together. It’s extremely easy to make and definitely a nice change from strictly vegetables or pasta. In this recipe, I add my Herbes de Provence which elevates the dish so nicely.
 
I love to serve this Veggie Orzo Risotto side when I make my Oven Baked Chicken. In less than 30 minutes, I have a complete meal ready to be enjoyed so I can relax, thinking about my next creation to share with you…
Bon Appétit
 
Here are more delicious side dish recipes for you to try…
– Green Beans with Chili-Orange Oil
– Spicy Tropical Salsa
– Mixed Mashed Potatoes
– Creamed Spinach – Steakhouse Style
– Indian Basmati with Dry Fruits
– Asparagus Summer Salad
and for even more side dish recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Sides & Vegetables

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Salade Lyonnaise Recipe • A Popular French Bistro Dish! | Club Foody

When I was in my early 20s’, I was working in downtown Montréal and I enjoyed going out for lunch or after work on Saint-Denis Street. It’s located in the Quartier Latin which has many quaint little French bistros, restaurants, bars and theaters. That specific area was and still is very popular with tourists.
 
Growing up being French, I’ve had many dishes that might be considered as a fancy meal by some of you which to us were just a weeknight dinner. Although my parents made us Coquilles St Jacques, Boeuf Bourguignon, Coq au Vin, Bouillabaisse, Vol-au-vent, Chocolate Éclairs, Madeleines, and so on, there were still a lot of dishes I haven’t tried. When going out to a French bistro or restaurant, if there were items on the menu I never had before, it was guaranteed I’d order it. That is how I enjoyed my first Salade Lyonnaise • Lyonnaise Salad!
 
This is an incredible salad and quite distinctive from most others! First the dressing is a beautiful warm bacon-shallot mixed with sherry vinegar and Dijon mustard. It’s poured over frisée salad and tossed with lardon… basically a “fancy” French word for BACON! Just before serving, it’s then topped with a poached egg. OMG!
 
I love salad but this Salade Lyonnaise • Lyonnaise Salad is spectacular! When you take a bite of the runny egg yolk mixed with the frisée and a small piece of lardon (might as well keep using that word… lol), it’s a deliciously awesome experience for your taste buds!
 
This is a flavorful meal on its own. David and I enjoy it as a meal. Served with crostini, this Salade Lyonnaise • Lyonnaise Salad is sure to please your palate. Play some Édith Piaf for background music, set the table with a red-white checkered tablecloth and a small vase with a few flowers. Pour a nice glass of dry white wine, close your eyes and savor this authentic French meal which originated in the region of Lyon, France.
Bon Appétit!
 
Here are other tasty and healthy salad recipes for you to enjoy…
– Asparagus Summer Salad
– Greek Salad
– Caesar Salad
– Bacon Wedge Salad
– Asian Chicken Salad
– Cran-Apricot California Salad
– Hearts of Palm Salad
and for even more salad recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Salads & Dressings

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Agua de Jamaica Recipe • Hibiscus Tea Recipe | Club Foody

As many of you know, David and I got married in January this year in Mexico. With our lovely friends, we had a spectacular day; a private villa, ceremony on the sand, open bar, dinner outside under the palm trees facing the ocean, amazing food & service, nice selection of wines, beautiful wedding cake, fireworks (twice… cold fireworks when we were dancing and later on the beach), dance floor that looked like a Rubik’s cube with all its colors, great music, games and more food later on that night. It was magical! I couldn’t imagine a more perfect wedding even in my dreams… thanks to my dear friend and event planner Kelley.
 
The first two weeks when our guests were arriving, going out for dinner every night, getting ready for the wedding, it was a total blur for David and I. When the dust finally settled after the wedding, we slowly started relaxing. There were two activities I really wanted to do; swimming with the dolphins and taking a cooking class.
 
The dolphins were incredible! We, the newlyweds, had such an amazing time with these adorable mammals. They are so playful and gentle… what a great experience! The cooking class was also very nice. I went there with our friend Monique. We learned how to make Mole Poblano which I will share with you next year and also this recipe… Agua de Jamaica aka Rosa de Jamaica or Agua de flor de Jamaica!
 
This delicious beverage wasn’t on the “cooking program” but I couldn’t resist asking our instructor how to make it as it was so refreshing! He served it after we were done making the mole. This beverage has a dark ruby red color that’s so flavorful! If I could give an example of what Agua de Jamaica tastes like, I would say that is slightly tart… like a mix of cranberry and pomegranate juice.
 
This is made with dried Hibiscus flowers that you can find at the bulk section of your grocery store otherwise on line. This “agua fresca” is so inexpensive and can be enjoyed not only cold but also hot. This is a popular beverage in other countries besides Mexico such as Egypt, Trinidad and Tobago, Panama, Thailand, and many more.
 
There’s one thing I would like to highlight. My measurements are not specific when it comes to sugar because it all depends on how sweet or tart you prefer yours. I like it slightly on the sour side while David prefers it sweeter.
 
Besides Lemon Iced Tea, Homemade Lemonade and Vietnamese Iced Coffee, this Agua de Jamaica is definitely a perfect summer beverage to quench your thirst! If you want to take it a step further, adding a little rum can turn it into an original cocktail. You can also use it to make a fruit punch which makes it quite different from others…
Cheers!
 
Here are some great non-alcoholic beverage recipes for you to enjoy
– Berry Fusion Smoothie
– Vietnamese Iced Coffee
– Garden Vegetable Juice
– Indian Masala Chai
– Homemade Holiday Eggnog
– Green Smoothie
and for even more non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverage recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Beverages

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Coffee Cake Recipe • A Delicious Mid-Afternoon Treat! | Club Foody

I’ve owned a couple of companies in the past that I was doing most of my work from home. There are a lot of pluses and drawbacks with this. The advantages are you’re not stressing yourself going to work – traffic, getting up late, etc. You save money as you don’t spend as much on gas, going out for lunch with coworkers, attire and so on. If you are well-organized and self-motivated, you can schedule your work to have more “free time” compared to working the regular 9-5.
 
Now from the other end of the spectrum, there’s a lack of social interaction with others. Operating your business from home can make you work even more. With Club Foody, I work an average of 100 hours a week and sometimes even more. If I ever open my eyes overnight and my brain starts spinning, I can start my day around 3 am. It’s always on my mind…
 
Although I don’t interact as much as other work force people, I still have my girlfriends popping by just to say “hello”. I love when that happens because it forces me to take a break from CF. I always have a pot of coffee on and something to munch on like apple pie, cookies, muffins or cake such as Coffee Cake!
 
This is a lovely sweet treat to serve when you have company. With a couple of layers of walnut streusel and a nice batter, no wonder Coffee Cake pairs so well with a cup of coffee (or tea)… where it gets its name from. There’s neither actual “coffee” in the ingredients nor does it taste like coffee. The trend of enjoying a slice of cake while drinking coffee originated in Europe back in the 17th century and has been called that ever since then.
 
I love making this Coffee Cake. It’s a flavorful mid-afternoon treat to enjoy when your friends stop over or when you just want to take a little break from your business.
Bon Appétit!
 
P.S. I wrote this around 4 am in the morning, sipping my coffee and enjoying a slice of this cake…
 
Check out these delicious sweet treat recipes…
– Cream Cheese Carrot Cake
– Homemade Apple Sauce
– Pumpkin & Spice Cream Cheese Muffins
– Lemon Meringue Pie
– Ooey-Gooey Cinnamon Buns
– Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
and for even more dessert recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Dessert

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