Sentences with phrase «optional cumin seeds»

Place in the baking tray and season with sea salt, freshly cracked pepper and optional cumin seeds.

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6 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups coconut milk, recipe here 1 3 - pound chicken, cut up into 3 / 4 - inch cubes 5 small dried red chiles, such as piquins, stems and seeds removed (optional) 4 shallots, peeled and chopped 1 small piece galangal, peeled and chopped (or substitute ginger) 1 whole clove 6 cashew nuts 6 almonds 6 candlenuts (or substitute macadamia nuts or cashews) 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder 1 curry leaf (optional) 3 tablespoons ghee (recipe here) or vegetable oil 3 bay leaves 2 stalks lemongrass, bulbs included, left whole 1 - inch cinnamon stick

2 tsp cumin seeds (optional) 1 bunch (20 g / 1 cup) fresh parsley 1 bunch (20 g / 1 cup) fresh coriander / cilantro 1/3 cup / 80 ml olive oil 1/2 lemon, juice 1 tiny clove garlic 2 tsp maple syrup 6 - 8 slices pickled jalapeño (or other green chili) sea salt

2 large onions Oil for frying — I use a tsp of coconut oil 3 cloves garlic 1 - 2 chillies 1 tsp cumin — seeds or powder 1/2 tsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 -1 tsp hot / sweet Spanish paprika Sprinkle of dried oregano — optional Sprinkle of fennel seeds — optional Handful of mushrooms — I used one large Portobello mushroom Black beans — 2 x 400g tins / 500g cooked weight of dried, soaked & boiled beans 75g porridge oats — gluten free / conventional Zest & juice of 1 lime Fresh coriander — optional Salt / black pepper Flour for rolling / shaping — use rice or chickpea flour if you are gluten free

1 stalk lemongrass, finely sliced (use only the bottom 6» of the stalk) 1 teaspoon lime zest, preferably kaffir lime 1 - 2 dried Thai bird chiles, seeds removed 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 cardamom pods, husked 1-1/4 teaspoons turmeric 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 1-1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds 1 tablespoon fresh galangal or ginger root, minced (see Chef's Note) 1 tablespoon coconut milk (optional)

4 Tbsp flax meal / ground flax seeds, divided 3 Tbsp sesame seeds 1/2 cup pecans 1 1/4 cups cooked or canned chickpeas, drained well and dried with paper towels 3 Tbsp sesame tahini 3 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp coconut sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1 1/2 tsp sea salt, or more to taste 1/2 Tbsp cumin seeds 2 cups loosely packed spinach leaves 1 small or 1/2 medium sweet potato, peeled and finely shredded 1 small or 1/2 medium beet, peeled and finely shredded large handful each parsley and mint leaves (optional) 2 cardamom pods, crushed, green shells discarded (optional) 1/2 tsp mustard seeds (optional)

1 onion, peeled and halved (if using slow cooker) or chopped (if using stove top) 3 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons minced garlic 5 teaspoons braggs 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, optional 9 cups water 1/4 teaspoon of paprika 1 tbsp olive oil freshly squeezed lemon, to taste

ingredients: 3 1/2 pounds ground sirloin (I use the lowest in fat) 5 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cups yellow onion, finely diced 1 red bell pepper, core and seeds removed, finely diced 1 yellow bell pepper, core and seeds removed, finely diced 2 tablespoons grape seed oil 3 garlic cloves, chopped or pressed through a garlic press 1/2 cup Italian parsley, chopped 1/3 cup chili powder (I use Gebhardt) 1 tablespoon Celtic sea salt 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground, black pepper pinch of cayenne (optional) 1 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, don't drain

Half of one red cabbage, shredded 1 bunch dandelion greens, cut into thin ribbons 1 bunch carrots, shredded 1 pomegranate, seeded 1/4 cup mint leaves, cut into thin ribbons (optional) Zest of one organic orange (optional) 1/2 cup citrus vinaigrette or ginger - cumin dressing

1 small red or yellow onion, peeled and cut into 4 pieces 1 2 - inch piece ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped 5 cloves garlic, peeled and trimmed 1 medium tomato, quartered 2 - 3 green Thai, serrano, or cayenne chile peppers, stem removed and chopped in half 1/2 cup plain, unsweetened soy yogurt (make sure it's not sweetened) 1 heaping teaspoon coarse sea salt 2 teaspoons garam masala 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi), lightly crushed to release flavor 1 teaspoon red chile powder 2 tablespoons oil (I use grapeseed) 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida (hing - optional) 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 2 - inch cinnamon stick 2 green cardamom pods (slightly crushed) 2 whole cloves 1/2 cup water 14 oz.

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound 93 % lean ground beef 2 medium onions, diced 8 cloves garlic, minced 1/3 cup chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 2 bell peppers, diced 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, chopped 16 ounces tomato sauce 2 (15 - ounce) cans diced tomatoes 2 (15 - ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 jalapeno, seeds removed and minced (optional)

• Olive oil 1 pound lean ground beef • Salt • Black pepper 1 teaspoon dry oregano 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 red onion, diced 2 small red bell peppers, cored, seeded and diced 3 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press 1tablespoon tomato paste 1 extra-large sweet potato (or 2 small), peeled and diced into medium - small cubes 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained of juice 1 cup beef (or chicken) stock, warm 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 4 green onions, chopped, divided use 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided use • Sour cream, as optional garnish

1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon salt 1 jalapeño or serrano chile, finely chopped, including seeds (Note: if I made this again I would up it to 2 jalapenos) 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth 1 1/2 cups dried red lentils (10 oz) 1 (13 - to 14 - oz) can unsweetened coconut milk 1 14 oz can no salt added diced tomatoes 3 cups packed dark green leafy greens, like kale or spinach, roughly chopped 1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro sprigs Juice from 1 - 2 limes Roasted cauliflower (see recipe below) Optional Accompaniments: brown rice or whole wheat naan

1 yam 2 Tbsp grapeseed oil, divided 1 c quinoa, prepared according to package instructions 1 14 - oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 sm onion, peeled and chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 1 c fresh spinach, tightly packed 2 Tbsp sunflower seeds 1 Tbsp pumpkin seeds Juice of 1 lemon 1 Tbsp ground cumin 2 Tbsp sesame tahini 1 Tbsp hot sauce (optional) Salt and pepper, to taste A little flour, for dusting the burger patties

2 cucumbers, thinly sliced 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder 1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (optional) 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 1 cup yogurt or coconut milk Salt to taste Mint leaf for garnish

Asparagus Fries 2 tablespoons ground chia or flax seeds 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons purified water 1 asparagus bunch — about 25 - 30 pieces 1/4 cup ground pistachio or other nuts, or pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup sesame seeds 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for sprinkling (optional) 1 teaspoon coconut sugar 1/2 tablespoon cumin seeds — ground 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

4 tbsp lightly toasted sesame seeds 4 tbsp ground sumac 2 tbsp dried thyme 1 pinch of sea salt (1 tbsp ground cumin is a really nice addition, but optional)

5 small green chillis, stems removed 5 small red chillis, stems removed 2 pounds lamb or goat meat, cubed 3 quarts water 2 - inch piece of ginger, peeled 2 teaspoons black peppercorns 2 teaspoons anise seed 2 teaspoons cumin seed 5 cardamoms (or 2 Tablespoons car - damom powder) 3 cloves 3 tablespoons coriander seed 1 stick cinnamon 1 star anise 5 bay leaves 1 cup fresh mint leaves 4 pieces lemon grass, crushed 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 4 curry leaves (optional) 1 cup water 4 tomatoes, diced 2 sticks cinnamon 3 cardamoms 5 doves 5 tablespoons vegetable oil Spring (green) onions for garnish 3 teaspoons rice flour for thickening (optional)

1 cup frozen corn 1/2 cup black beans, optional * 1 4.5 ounce can chopped green chilies 1/4 cup canned diced tomatoes or salsa 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne red pepper 4 ounces (1 cup) grated Monterey Jack cheese, divided kosher salt and black pepper 4 large bell peppers, halved lengthwise, ribs and seeds removed ** 1/2 cup light sour cream or light greek yogurt 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed Juice from 1/2 lime salsa, for serving

Ingredients 6 ounces bacon, chopped (or more, if you are prone to snacking) 2 medium red onions, finely chopped (1/3 cup reserved for garnish) 3 pounds ground beef 2 jalapenos, ribs and seeds removed, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 tbsp chili powder (i used ground ancho chile) 2 tbsp cumin 1 tsp oregano 3 tsp salt One 28 ounce can diced fire roasted tomatoes 2 cups beef broth (plus more if needed) 2 15 - ounce can kidney or pinto beans (or one of each), drained and rinsed 1 lime, juiced Cilantro (optional) Shredded cheddar cheese for garnish

1/2 cup water 1 small ball tamarind pulp (or 1 teaspoon lime juice) 1/2 cup warm water 1 cup shredded coconut 1 1 - inch piece ginger, grated 2 green chiles, such as serranos, stems removed and halved 2 cloves garlic 1/4 cup minced cilantro 3 large green mangoes 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida 1/2 teaspoon greengram dal 1/2 teaspoon red chile powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 cup curry leaves (optional) 1/4 cup cilantro leaves Salt to taste

Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Yellow Onion, finely chopped, divided — Sea Salt 2 cloves Garlic 1/2 tsp Paprika 1/4 tsp Ground Cumin 1/4 tsp Chili Powder — Black Pepper, freshly ground 1 1/2 cups Canned or Cooked Pinto Beans 2 Jalapeño Peppers, chopped, seeds removed if you don't want the heat 2 Plum Tomatoes, finely chopped 1/4 bunch Fresh Cilantro, chopped 1/2 Lime, juiced 8 Eggs, beaten 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter 8 Soft Corn or Flour Tortillas, our favorite are the Hand Made Style by La Tortilla Factory Optional: Shredded cheese or queso fresco would be a delicious addition.

2 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup finely chopped onion 8 — 10 medium mushrooms, finely chopped 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots 1 jalapeño pepper or other hot pepper, seeded and minced (optional) 1 cup frozen corn kernels 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 2 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste 2 teaspoons sea salt, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 28 - ounce can diced tomatoes 1 15 - ounce can tomato purée 1 15 - ounce can kidney beans, drained 1 15 - ounce can black beans, drained 1 15 - ounce can red beans, drained 2 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup dry bulgur wheat Hot sauce or cayenne pepper (optional) 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, for garnish Tofutti sour cream, for garnish (optional)

2 onions (scrubbed and chopped in large pieces) 6 carrots (scrubbed chopped in large pieces) 4 stalks of celery (scrubbed and chopped in large pieces) 4 large potatoes (scrubbed and cut in thirds) 1 head of cabbage (rinsed and chopped in large pieces) 2 quarts of vegetable stock or water 1 cup white wine or water 1 slab (8 oz) tempeh (optional) 1 tablespoon ground coriander 1 tablespoon sweet paprika 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon cardamom 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds 1 teaspoon salt (optional) 1 teaspoon white pepper 2 teaspoons fennel seeds 2 teaspoons caraway seeds 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

* 1 cup yellow split peas * 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped * 2 garlic cloves, minced * 1 Jalapeno chile pepper, finely chopped (seeded first, if you prefer less heat) * 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin * 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric * 1 teaspoon salt * 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves, plus extra for garnish (optional) * 1/4 cup water * oil for frying * lemon wedges (optional)

• 1 1/2 pounds new red potatoes • 1/4 cup malt vinegar • 3 to 5 dried red chiles (such as cayenne or chile de arbol), stems discarded • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds • 1 teaspoon coarse sea or kosher salt • 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns • 1 small yellow onion, coarsely chopped • 4 medium - size cloves garlic • 2 slices fresh ginger (each about the size and thickness of a quarter; no need to peel first) • 1 stick (3 inches) cinnamon, broken into smaller pieces • Canola oil, for brushing • Sour cream or creme fraiche, for serving (optional)

Pumpkin Seed Sauce / Pipián Verde: 4 jalapeño or serrano peppers, stems removed 1 poblano pepper, stem and seeds removed 1/2 large white onion, peeled and sliced in half 5 large cloves garlic, unpeeled 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 1/3 cups raw pepitas (green pumpkin seeds) 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional) 1/2 teaspoon Kosher or sea salt 2 cups low sodium vegetable stock, divided

* 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil * 1/3 cup minced shallots * 1 Serrano pepper, sliced into thin rounds * 2 teaspoons ground coriander * 1 teaspoon ground cumin * 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds * 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon * 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper * pinch ground cloves * 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom * 3 cloves garlic, minced * 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger * 1 stalk lemongrass, woody ends removed, and bruised * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 1 teaspoon paprika * 1 cup water * 1 pound shrimp * 1 cup coconut milk * cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)

2 cans of garbanzo beans (one drained, one with liquid) 1/4 cup raw sesame seeds 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cumin Smoked paprika and parsley for garnish Optional: 1 clove of garlic

1 pound dried and skinless fava beans (broad beans), soaked for 24 - 48 hours 2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander cayenne pepper or chili pepper (optional, to taste) salt & pepper 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup parsley 1 cup cilantro 2 leeks, white and green parts 6 scallions, finely chopped 6 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 cup sesame seeds (optional) frying oil (I used peanut oil)

2 Medium Sized Organic Sweet Potatoes 1/4 Cup Chopped Onion 1 Teaspoon Olive Oil 1 Cup Cooked Black Beans 1/2 Cup Frozen Corn, Thawed 1/2 Teaspoon Cumin 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Chipotle Chile Salt & Pepper To Taste 3/3 Cup Chopped Tomatoes 1/4 Cup Minced Cilantro 3/4 Cup Shredded Cheese (Mexican, Pepper Jack, Cheddar) To Serve: Fresh Baby Arugula Leaves (Optional) For the Avocado Sauce 1 Large Ripe Avocado 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/4 Cup Water 1 Small Jalapeño Pepper, Seeded and Chopped 1 Small Handful of Cilantro, Chopped Juice From 1 Large Lime Salt to Taste

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced 1 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise then sliced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 1/4 cups chickpea (garbanzo bean) flour 1 tablespoon ground flax seed 3/4 teaspoon aluminum - free baking powder 2 teaspoons cider vinegar 3 cups water, divided 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat - leaf parsley (optional) 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 3/4 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt (preferably black salt — kala namak) Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Ingredients 1 tablespoon safflower or other neutral oil 1/2 teaspoon brown mustard seeds 1 onion, sliced 1 glove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon cumin pinch cayenne Salt Pepper 1 small bunch rainbow chard (about 8 - 10 big leaves), washed, trimmed, and stems and leaves cut into 1 / 2 - inch wide ribbons 1/4 teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons butter, plus more for the bread 4 eggs, lightly beaten about 3 tablespoons finely chopped mozzarella cheese 4 slices good bakery bread, toasted Garam masala (optional), for garnish

1 — 6 oz can of tomato paste 1/4 c of water 1 tsp of chili powder 2 tbl of ground cumin 2 tsp of cayenne pepper Salt and pepper to taste Optional: I throw in one jalapeño chopped with seeds.

* 3 tablespoons olive oil * 1 teaspoon cumin seeds * 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced * 1 clove garlic, crushed * 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and thinly sliced * 1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and thinly sliced * 1/2 teaspoon hot smoked paprika * A pinch of saffron strands * 1 (14 - ounce / 400g) can plum tomatoes (I used an equivalent amount of frozen roasted tomatoes from my garden last summer instead) * Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper * 4 large eggs, preferably farm - fresh, pastured eggs * Crumbled feta cheese, for serving (optional... this was my addition to the recipe)

ingredients TURKEY CHILI WITH KALE 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound ground turkey (50 % dark meat, 50 % white meat) 1 yellow onion (peeled, medium dice) 1 red bell pepper (top removed, seeded, medium dice) 2 tablespoons chili powder 2 teaspoons chipotle powder 2 teaspoons cumin 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (finely chopped) 1 (28 - ounce) can crushed tomatoes 1 (15.5 - ounce) can kidney beans (drained, rinsed) 1 (15.5 - ounce) can black beans (drained, rinsed) 2 cups water 2 cups Lacinato kale (ribs removed, thinly sliced) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste) TOPPINGS: 1 cup sour cream (to serve, optional) cheddar cheese (shredded, to serve, optional) jalapenos (sliced, to serve, optional) scallions (sliced, to serve, optional) cilantro (leaves only, optional) tortilla chips (to serve, optional) rolls (toasted, to serve, optional)

One 28 - ounce can (796 - ml) diced tomatoes, drained (see notes) 1 - 1-1/2 tablespoon olive oil 3⁄4 cup red onion, finely chopped 2 large cloves garlic, minced or pressed 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 teaspoon chipotle hot sauce (see note) 1 teaspoon chile powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon mustard seed 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1 cup green bell pepper, diced 1⁄3 cup celery, diced 1 cup cooked beans of choice (e.g., black beans, adzuki beans) 1⁄3 - 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels 1/2 teaspoon agave nectar 6 large (10») flour tortillas (see note) 1 - 1-1/2 cup grated non-dairy mozzarella cheese (optional)

Moroccan Bouillabaisse Makes 6 Servings Ingredients 8 plum tomatoes (about 2 1/4 lb), seeded and grated (skins removed at end) 1 large onion, grated 3 garlic cloves, chopped 4 cups fish stock 1 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes 1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads (optional) 1 tbsp ground cumin 1/2 tbsp sweet paprika 1/2 tbsp ground ginger 1/2 preserved lemon, peel only, thinly sliced 1/4 cup chopped flat - leaf parsley 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined with the tails on 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon) 1 lb white fish fillet (such as monkfish, turbot, red snapper, striped bass, porgy, grouper, and / or cod), cut into 1 1/2 inch fillets (about 5 pieces) 1/2 pound mussels, scrubbed * 1/2 pound cockles or small hard - shelled clams, scrubbed *

750g carrots, preferably organic 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tablespoon cumin seeds 1 litre vegetable stock 100g light feta, cut into very small dice A small bunch of mint, leaves finely shredded Black pepper Sea salt Sumac (optional)

1 can chickpeas, drained 2 - 3 cloves garlic 2T lemon juice 3T tahini 1T curry powder 1 tsp cumin seed, or 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp ground coriander 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, optional Salt to taste

1/2 cup water 1/4 cup diced yellow onion 3 garlic cloves, pressed or minced 1/2 teaspoon seeded and diced jalapeno pepper 1 (15 - ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed well, or 1 1/2 cups cooked 1 teaspoon chili powder 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon chipotle chile powder (optional) 1 teaspoon wheat - free tamari or other soy sauce (optional) 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro

11/2 cups red split lentils (masoor dal), picked over, washed and drained 5 cups water 3 tablespoons high - oleic safflower oil 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 3 cloves garlic, finely minced 3 small dried red chili peppers 1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced 1/2 small head of green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced or shredded (4 - 5 cups) 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin (preferably freshly ground) 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon coriander or garam masala Pinch asafetida (see note above) 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (see note above) 1 cup finely chopped or crushed tomatoes (I used Pomi chopped tomatoes) 1 teaspoon salt Freshly squeezed lime juice, optional

ingredients MEXICAN LENTIL SOUP: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 yellow onion (peeled, small dice) 2 carrots (peeled, small dice) 1 red bell pepper (seeded, small dice) 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 (15 - ounce) can mild salsa 1 and 1/2 cups dried green lentils (picked over, rinsed, drained) 1 (15 - ounce) can fire - roasted tomatoes (diced) 6 cups organic chicken stock 1/4 cup cilantro (roughly chopped, to garnish)(optional) 1/4 cup sour cream (optional) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste) SKILLET CORNBREAD: 1 1/4 cup coarse ground cornmeal 3/4 cup all - purpose flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon Kosher salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 2 eggs (lightly beaten) 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted, divided) 1 cup frozen kernels (thawed)

2 Tablespoons cooking oil 1 large onion, roughly chopped 1 Tablespoon minced garlic 1 dried chipotle chile (optional) 1 Tablespoon ground cumin 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano (1 teaspoon dried) Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 large potato, peeled and roughly chopped 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 1 cup cooked black beans 3 tomatillos, husked and cut into chunks 1 medium tomato, cored and roughly chopped 1 medium or 2 small zucchini, roughly chopped 6 cups vegetable stock or water 1/4 cup or more chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and cut into rings (optional)

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips 2 tablespoons oil for stir frying (butter / coconut oil / ghee) 1 teaspoon sesame oil 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 2 teaspoons fish sauce 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 lime, juiced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 chili pepper (we use anaheim), trimmed and chopped Dash of hot sauce (if you want it spicier) 2 teaspoons sesame seeds Salad mix of your choice Vinaigrette of your choice (I like using Nourishing Gourmet's Everyday Salad Dressing) Chopped cilantro (optional)

6 organic tomatillos, chopped 2 cloves organic garlic, minced 2 medium organic cucumbers, sliced, seeded and coarsely chopped 2 organic green bell or poblano peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped 1 medium organic white onion, chopped 1 organic green Anaheim chile, roasted, seeded and chopped 2 organic jalapenos, roasted, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup fresh organic parsley or cilantro, chopped 2 tablespoons organic white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon organic lime juice 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/8 teaspoon organic hot sauce (or more to taste) 1 teaspoon organic cumin, ground 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground organic black pepper 4 organic ripe tomatoes, cut into thick slices organic sour cream (optional garnish)

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked red quinoa, rinsed and drained 1/2 tbsp coconut oil (or other oil) 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 cup diced sweet onion (about 1/2 large) 1 jalapeno, seeded if preferred and diced 1 large sweet potato (350 g), peeled and chopped to 1/2 -1 inch dice (2.5 - 3 cups) * 1.5 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp ground coriander 6 cups vegetable broth 1.5 cups cooked black beans (one (15 - oz) can rinsed and drained) fine grain sea salt and black pepper, to taste (I used 1/2 tsp salt or a bit more) 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or red pepper flakes) 2 handfuls Spinach or kale leaves, optional toppings: avocado, corn chips, cilantro, cashew cream, lime juice, tomatoes or salsa, green onion

Optional: 1/2 - 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds To bulk this meal out, add 1 cup of cooked wild rice or quinoa to the salad assembly, along with an extra drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

Warm Salad of Roasted Cauliflower, Grapes and Black Rice for the salad 1 cup black forbidden rice (I use this brand) sea salt 1 cauliflower head — cut into florets 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 garlic clove — minced 1 teaspoon cumin — preferably freshly ground 2 cups seedless grapes — cut into quarters (optionally, use a variety of grapes) 1 small chili pepper — seeded and minced (optional) bunch cilantro leaves

1 cup water 1 pound butter 2 chickens, skin removed chopped into 3 - inch pieces 1 tablespoon salt 3 tablespoons ground jeera (cumin) 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 3 tablespoons ground black pepper 1 tablespoon red chile powder (optional)