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Browse 70 recipes collected around seasonal produce.

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Peruvian Slow-Braised Beef Seco with Seasonal Vegetables plated and ready to serve
Braised Dishes

Peruvian Slow-Braised Beef Seco with Seasonal Vegetables

◷ 175 minmedium

A comforting Peruvian slow-braised beef seco featuring tender beef chunks simmered with fresh seasonal vegetables and traditional spices, served over fluffy quinoa or rice for a hearty weeknight meal.

Dec 31
Lebanese Poached Chicken with Herb and Grain Stew plated and ready to serve
Stew

Lebanese Poached Chicken with Herb and Grain Stew

◷ 65 minmedium

A comforting Lebanese-inspired dish featuring tender chicken poached in aromatic broth, served alongside a hearty grain and herb stew showcasing seasonal vegetables. This meal highlights classic Middle Eastern flavors with fresh herbs and a warm, satisfying texture perfect for weeknights.

Dec 28
Caribbean Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry plated and ready to serve
Skillet Supper

Caribbean Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry

◷ 25 mineasy

A vibrant and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken pieces and fresh seasonal vegetables, complemented by sweet pineapple chunks and classic Caribbean spices. This quick and healthy skillet supper brings tropical flair to your weeknight table without complex preparations.

Dec 26
Ethiopian Spiced Lentil Stew (Misir Wot) plated and ready to serve
Stews

Ethiopian Spiced Lentil Stew (Misir Wot)

◷ 75 minmedium

A hearty and flavorful Ethiopian lentil stew slow-simmered with traditional berbere spices, onions, and garlic, served warm. This vegetarian dish highlights seasonal root vegetables, providing a comforting weeknight meal rich in protein and vibrant flavors.

Dec 24
Filipino Steamed Chicken Grain Bowl with Seasonal Vegetables plated and ready to serve
Grain Bowl

Filipino Steamed Chicken Grain Bowl with Seasonal Vegetables

◷ 95 minmedium

A wholesome Filipino-inspired grain bowl featuring gently steamed chicken paired with seasonal vegetables over a bed of warm rice. This dish highlights traditional flavors using a slow braising technique for the chicken marinade, offering comforting and balanced weeknight fare.

Dec 24
Peruvian Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Quinoa and Egg plated and ready to serve
Entrée

Peruvian Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Quinoa and Egg

◷ 45 minmedium

A comforting Peruvian-inspired dish featuring piquillo peppers stuffed with a savory quinoa, egg, and seasonal vegetable filling, gently poached to meld flavors. A protein-balanced, weeknight-friendly recipe that highlights poaching, a gentle cooking technique, and uses seasonal produce for freshness.

Dec 23
Indonesian Braised Chicken with Seasonal Vegetables plated and ready to serve
Skillet Supper

Indonesian Braised Chicken with Seasonal Vegetables

◷ 60 minmedium

A hearty Indonesian-inspired skillet supper featuring tender chicken braised with seasonal vegetables and traditional spices, offering an approachable and flavorful weeknight meal.

Dec 23
Ethiopian Poached Lentil and Vegetable Stew plated and ready to serve
Stew

Ethiopian Poached Lentil and Vegetable Stew

◷ 55 minmedium

A vibrant Ethiopian-inspired stew featuring poached lentils and seasonal vegetables gently simmered in traditional spices. This hearty, protein-rich dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, embracing the wholesome flavors of Ethiopian cuisine with accessible cooking techniques.

Dec 23
Lebanese Slow-Braised Lamb with Sumac and Bulgur Grain Bowl plated and ready to serve
Braised Entrée

Lebanese Slow-Braised Lamb with Sumac and Bulgur Grain Bowl

◷ 210 minmedium

A comforting Lebanese-inspired dish featuring slow-braised lamb shoulder infused with aromatic sumac and warm spices, served atop a vibrant bulgur grain bowl with fresh herbs, toasted pine nuts, and a tangy pomegranate molasses drizzle. This recipe highlights seasonal produce like winter root vegetables and fresh parsley, offering a hearty yet balanced weeknight dinner.

Dec 22
Ethiopian-Inspired Slow-Simmered Berbere Chicken Stew plated and ready to serve
Stew

Ethiopian-Inspired Slow-Simmered Berbere Chicken Stew

◷ 110 minmedium

A comforting Ethiopian chicken stew rich with traditional berbere spices, slow-simmered to tender perfection and highlighting seasonal root vegetables. This healthy, protein-forward dish embraces classic slow braising for depth of flavor and is perfect for weeknight dinners.

Dec 21
Peruvian Lomo Saltado Braise plated and ready to serve
braised entrée

Peruvian Lomo Saltado Braise

◷ 65 minmedium

A comforting Peruvian beef braise that combines tender strips of sirloin with tomatoes, onions, and traditional spices, slowly cooked to meld rich flavors. Served with fluffy white rice, this dish highlights seasonal produce and honors classic Peruvian culinary techniques using braising for depth and warmth.

Dec 20
Caribbean Jerk Chicken Skillet with Sweet Potato Dumplings plated and ready to serve
Skillet Suppers

Caribbean Jerk Chicken Skillet with Sweet Potato Dumplings

◷ 60 minmedium

A vibrant Caribbean-inspired skillet supper featuring spicy jerk-marinated chicken thighs cooked to perfection alongside tender sweet potato dumplings. This one-pan dish highlights the warmth of traditional island spices and seasonal sweet potatoes for a comforting weeknight meal.

Dec 19

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Compare the ingredients, cooking time and equipment below to find a dish that fits your plans. Each recipe includes quantities and a step-by-step method.

  • Peruvian Slow-Braised Beef Seco with Seasonal Vegetables

    Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 150 minutes. Allow 175 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, cut into 4 cm (1.5 inch) cubes, vegetable oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, aji amarillo paste (or substitute with mild chili paste and a pinch of turmeric). Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cup.

    Kitchen tip: Dry the beef well before browning to develop a rich, deep flavor.

  • Lebanese Poached Chicken with Herb and Grain Stew

    Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: chicken legs, skin-on and bone-in, water or low-sodium chicken broth, onion, quartered, garlic, crushed, ground cumin. Equipment: large pot or Dutch oven, medium bowl, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cups.

    Kitchen tip: Use bone-in chicken legs for juicier meat that stays tender during poaching.

  • Caribbean Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry

    Preparation takes 10 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 25 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces, vegetable oil, red bell pepper, sliced, green bell pepper, sliced, snap peas, trimmed. Equipment: large cast-iron skillet or wok, wooden spoon or spatula, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cups.

    Kitchen tip: Cut all ingredients into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.

  • Ethiopian Spiced Lentil Stew (Misir Wot)

    Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 75 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: red lentils, rinsed, clarified butter (niter kibbeh) or unsalted butter, yellow onions, finely chopped, garlic, minced, ginger, freshly grated. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cups.

    Kitchen tip: For a smokier flavor, toast the berbere spice briefly before using.

  • Filipino Steamed Chicken Grain Bowl with Seasonal Vegetables

    Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 75 minutes. Allow 95 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skinless chicken thighs, soy sauce, white vinegar, garlic, minced, bay leaves. Equipment: large deep skillet or pot with lid, steaming basket or steamer, medium pot for cooking rice, mixing bowl.

    Kitchen tip: Marinate the chicken longer if time allows to deepen the flavor.

  • Peruvian Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Quinoa and Egg

    Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: quinoa, rinsed, eggs, beaten, piquillo peppers, drained if jarred, zucchini, finely diced, red bell pepper, finely diced. Equipment: medium saucepan, mixing bowl, frying pan, poaching pan or deep skillet with lid, spatula, measuring cups and spoons.

    Kitchen tip: Rinse quinoa well to remove bitterness and improve texture.

  • Indonesian Braised Chicken with Seasonal Vegetables

    Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, vegetable oil, garlic, minced, fresh ginger, grated, turmeric powder. Equipment: large heavy skillet with lid or Dutch oven, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring jug, wooden spoon or spatula.

    Kitchen tip: Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for juiciness and flavor.

  • Ethiopian Poached Lentil and Vegetable Stew

    Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: brown or green lentils, rinsed, vegetable oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, grated fresh ginger. Equipment: large pot or Dutch oven, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons.

    Kitchen tip: Rinse lentils thoroughly to remove any debris and reduce foam during cooking.

  • Lebanese Slow-Braised Lamb with Sumac and Bulgur Grain Bowl

    Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 180 minutes. Allow 210 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: lamb shoulder, bone-in or boneless, trimmed and cut into large chunks, olive oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, ground sumac. Equipment: large heavy-based casserole or Dutch oven with lid, oven, medium saucepan, baking tray, mixing bowls, wooden spoon, fine sieve or colander, toaster or skillet for pine nuts.

    Kitchen tip: Use bone-in lamb shoulder for extra flavor, but increase cooking time slightly if needed.

  • Ethiopian-Inspired Slow-Simmered Berbere Chicken Stew

    Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 90 minutes. Allow 110 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, vegetable oil or neutral oil, onions, thinly sliced, garlic, minced, fresh ginger, minced. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven with lid, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cup.

    Kitchen tip: Use bone-in chicken thighs for best flavor and moisture retention during slow cooking.

  • Peruvian Lomo Saltado Braise

    Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: sirloin steak, trimmed and sliced into strips, vegetable oil, red onion, sliced into thick wedges, ripe plum tomatoes, sliced, garlic, minced. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, large skillet, medium saucepan, wooden spoon, knife and cutting board, measuring spoons and cups.

    Kitchen tip: For a milder heat, reduce the amount of aji amarillo paste or substitute with yellow bell pepper paste.

  • Caribbean Jerk Chicken Skillet with Sweet Potato Dumplings

    Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs, jerk seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade), vegetable oil, sweet potatoes, peeled and diced, all-purpose flour. Equipment: large skillet with lid, medium pot, mixing bowl, fork or potato masher, knife, chopping board, measuring cups and spoons.

    Kitchen tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken thighs reach a safe internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).

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