Small Bites from Milk Street

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Red Chili Sambal Potatoes

Transform roasted potatoes with Indonesia’s fresh tomato-chili sauce

By Albert StummDecember 22, 2021

Creamy Lemon Noodles

For better “noodles,” there is a better way to slice spaghetti squash

By Albert StummDecember 22, 2021

Korean Stir-Fried Mushrooms Are Seared and Savory

For the deepest flavor, treat mushrooms like meat

By Albert StummDecember 22, 2021

Liberian Stewed Greens with Chicken and Chilies

From Africa and back again: In West Africa we taste the flavors of the South

Josefina López Méndez’ Chipotle Chicken Soup

A classic soup transformed by layers of flavor and texture

By J.M. HirschDecember 22, 2021

Cheesy and Creamy Fennel Gratin

David Tanis teaches us a simple fix for tough fennel

By Albert StummDecember 22, 2021

Finding the Soul of Spanish Beef Stew

Jerez beef stew is bright, savory and spiked with vinegar

By Albert StummDecember 22, 2021

With Spaghetti and Clams, the Sauce Is in the Shell

In Venice, we learn that motion is the most important ingredient to great pasta

By J.M. HirschDecember 22, 2021

The National Dish of Japan Is Curry?

In the late 19th century, the British brought curry to Japan. Now Sonoko Sakai wants to bring it home.

By Christopher KimballDecember 22, 2021

Cuban Meatloaf Is Stuffed, Seared and Sauced

Pulpeta is stovetop-easy and hides a savory surprise

By Albert StummDecember 27, 2021

Maricel Presilla’s Salad Is a Symphony of Sweet and Savory

An avocado, pineapple and arugula salad that is bright, creamy and balanced

By Shaula ClarkDecember 27, 2021

Caramelized Banana Pie

In Yelapa, you eat pie by the slice while standing in the ocean

By Christopher KimballDecember 27, 2021

German Butternut Brioche

In Germany, winter squash gives bread a tender, golden crumb

By Shaula ClarkDecember 27, 2021

Hoisin-Ginger Noodles

Dinner, from pantry to plate in minutes

By Shaula ClarkDecember 27, 2021

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By Christopher KimballDecember 27, 2021

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Biryani-ish Rice with Chicken

Milk Street Facebook Community member Charita Sinha of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, uses leftover cooked chicken to whip up a weeknight-easy dinner that echoes the flavor of biryani, a time- and labor-intensive South Asian dish of spiced rice and meat.

Chicken, Tortilla and Salsa Verde Casserole

We were impressed by the creativity in a reader’s throw-it-together weeknight casserole—a cream-rich melding of chicken, beans, tomatillos, poblano, and tortillas.

Rice Porridge with Chicken and Mushrooms

Warm up with this intensely flavored congee, a soul-soothing alternative to chicken soup—rice porridge with chicken and mushrooms, a comfort meal from parts of Asia. OR Whether its called congee, jook, juk, chok, chao or okayu, rice porridge is homey,

Shrimp with Mango, Coconut and Mustard Seeds

Savory, sweet, subtly spicy and with a tropical fruitiness, this dish is a dryish curry, with a flavorful, well-balanced sauce that cloaks the plump, tender shrimp. A ripe fresh mango yields the brightest, freshest flavor, but if convenience is a prio

Peruvian-Style Pasta with Creamy Pepper and Cheese Sauce

Huancaína is a creamy, golden-toned sauce made by pureeing sautéed onion, queso fresco (a fresh, crumbly cheese with a mild, milky flavor), milk or cream, and ají amarillo (a variety of chili commonly used in Peruvian cooking). The sauce has myriad us

Stir-Fried Pork and Sweet Peppers with Peanuts

The flavors in this colorful stir-fry are a fantastic combination of savory, sweet, tangy, garlicky, spicy and nutty. Briefly marinating the sliced tenderloin means that the meat browns beautifully in the skillet and also adds flavor and moisture to a

Chickpea, Chorizo and Spinach Soup

This hearty, simple meal in a bowl was inspired by Portuguese sopa de grão de bico. The name translates, quite plainly, as “chickpea soup,” but the dish might also include various types of vegetables, different meats and even pasta. We lean on Spanish

Brussels Sprouts with Apples and Bacon

For this simple skillet side, we thinly slice Brussels sprouts, apples and shallot so they cook quickly and absorb flavors. A food processor fitted with a slicing disk is the fastest, easiest way to do the prep, but if you prefer, you could use a shar

Turkish Braised Beans with Potatoes and Carrots

Turkish barbunya pilaki is a summertime dish of cranberry beans (also known as borlotti or Roman beans) simmered simply in olive oil with a few aromatics and vegetables. Fresh beans are preferred, but they’re highly seasonal and not widely available i

Vivian Howard’s Sloppy Joe Toasts with Spinach Salad

Award-winning cookbook author Vivian Howard has a knack for bringing fresh, lively flavors to familiar comfort foods—these silky, rich sloppy Joes are one such example.