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Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 90 minutes. Allow 110 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade), olive oil, divided, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced. Equipment: large ovenproof skillet or Dutch oven, baking sheet, medium saucepan, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
Preparation takes 45 minutes. Cooking takes 120 minutes. Allow 165 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: boneless pork shoulder, cut into 2.5 cm cubes, vegetable oil, garlic, minced, onion, finely chopped, ginger, minced. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, bamboo steamer or steaming basket, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons and cups, spatula or wooden spoon, rolling pin (if making homemade wrappers).
Kitchen tip: For best results, brown the pork well to develop deep flavors before braising.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 35 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: shrimp, coconut milk, vegetable oil, garlic, ginger. Equipment: large wok or deep skillet, steamer or steamer basket, cutting board, knife, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: Do not overcook the shrimp during steaming; overcooked shrimp become tough and rubbery.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 30 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: ground pork, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, tomato, chopped, green beans, trimmed and cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces. Equipment: large skillet or wok, wooden spoon or spatula, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: For a richer flavor, use pork broth instead of water.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 90 minutes. Allow 110 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.2 kg / 2.6 lb), olive oil, onion, thinly sliced, garlic, minced, carrots, peeled and chopped into 2 cm pieces. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed braising pan or Dutch oven, medium saucepan, wooden spoon, sharp knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: If unavailable, substitute freekeh with brown rice or bulgur wheat though texture and flavor will differ.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 40 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 150g/5 oz each), ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili flakes (adjust to taste). Equipment: Large mixing bowl, Heavy skillet or cast iron pan, Wok or large frying pan, Tongs or spatula, Meat thermometer.
Kitchen tip: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels before marinating to ensure the skin crisps properly.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: chicken thighs, coconut milk, chicken stock, flour, for dumplings, baking powder, for dumplings. Equipment: large pot, mixing bowl, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: For less heat, remove the seeds from the Scotch bonnet pepper before adding it to the broth or omit entirely.
Preparation takes 45 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 85 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pork shoulder, cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) cubes, white vinegar, light soy sauce, garlic, smashed, bay leaves. Equipment: large saucepan or pot, mixing bowl, skillet or nonstick pan, spatula, measuring cups and spoons, small bowl (for dipping sauce).
Kitchen tip: Simmer the pork gently to keep it tender and avoid drying out.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 40 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: red lentils, rinsed and drained, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, fresh ginger, grated, carrot, diced. Equipment: steamer pot with lid, mixing bowl, wooden spoon, measuring spoons, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Use a shallow dish for steaming to ensure even cooking.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, green papaya, peeled and sliced thinly, eggplant, sliced into 1 cm rounds or strips, cane vinegar or white vinegar, soy sauce. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven with lid, frying pan or wok, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, stirring spoon, tongs or spatula.
Kitchen tip: Use bone-in chicken thighs for best flavor and tenderness.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 800g), green or brown lentils, rinsed, yellow onions, thinly sliced, olive oil, garlic, minced. Equipment: large heavy skillet or sauté pan with lid, wooden spoon or spatula, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring jug.
Kitchen tip: Use a heavy skillet or pan with a lid to ensure even cooking and to trap steam for the lentils to cook properly.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: chickpeas, soaked overnight and drained, water for pressure cooking chickpeas, vegetable oil, onion, garlic. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, medium saucepan, large skillet, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: Soaking dried chickpeas overnight reduces cooking time and improves texture.