Pirozhkii

A small Russian turnover consisting of a pastry wrapping and various fillings such as meat, seafood, cheese and mushrooms. Pirozhkii, which can be baked or fried, are served as hor d’oeuvres or as accompaniments to soups or salads. Pirogi are Read More …

Chialingo’s Restaurant Fried Cheese with Epazote and Tomatillo Sauce (Queso Frito con Salsa de Epazote y Tomate Verde)

This recipe is a house specialty at Chialingo’s restaurant in Cholula. It makes a good appetizer for a Mexican dinner, or could be served with a salad as a light lunch or supper. Epazote goes particularly well with cheese dishes Read More …

Zarangollo murciano (Stewed zucchini with onion)

Zarangollo, a simple dish, which combines the ubiquitous zucchini of Murcia with onions, is a favorite of Murcian cooks, who prepare it both with and without eggs. When zucchini flowers, which are less commonly at hand and expensive, are in Read More …