Paneer Tikka Masala
Swap chicken for homemade paneer. Better charring on the tikka, richer sauce that absorbs into the cheese.
North African eggs poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce. One pan, twenty minutes, feeds a crowd. My go-to for lazy Sunday brunch.
Heat olive oil in a large, wide skillet over medium heat. Cook onions until soft, 8 minutes. Add garlic and peppers, cook 5 more minutes.
Add smoked paprika, cumin, and harissa. Cook spices for 1 minute.
Crush tomatoes into the pan by hand. Season generously with salt. Simmer 15 minutes until sauce is thick.
Make 6 wells in the sauce. Crack an egg into each well.
Cover and cook on low until whites are set but yolks are still runny, 5-8 minutes.
Remove from heat. Scatter feta and fresh coriander over the top. Serve directly from the pan with crusty bread.
Swap chicken for homemade paneer. Better charring on the tikka, richer sauce that absorbs into the cheese.
Keep the Parmesan rind in throughout cooking, and finish each bowl with proper grated Parmesan. How Tuscans actually make it.
Whole cauliflower roasted in the oven until charred and tender, served over a pool of lemon-tahini. Middle Eastern pantry, zero effort.
The quesabirria that took over the internet. Beef braised in a chile-tomato consomme, shredded and griddle-fried in a cheese taco. Dip in the consomme.