1. Black Sesame Brownies
Black sesame has a pleasant nuttiness and light sweetness
that will leave you wanting more. Add the powdered seeds to your desserts, like this
salty-sweet brownie recipe.
2. Miso Pasta with Leeks and Cannellini Beans
Miso and leeks both add umami flavor to a recipe but also
unexpected creaminess. Paired with tender gnocchi and beans, this is a complete
meal and probably out of your usual repertoire.
3. Jamaican Carrot Ice-Cream
This ice cream is made with carrot juice; therefore, it is
extremely healthy and should be eaten like a vegetable. Okay, maybe not, but
you should still make it.
4. Icelandic Happy Marriage Cake
Is rhubarb the secret to a happy marriage? We don’t know
about that, but this sweet crumble will put a smile on your face.
5. Miso Toffee Shortbread Cookies
Just like miso can add umami to your savory dishes, it
can also add saltiness to baked goods, like a flaky sea salt. Try these matcha
and white chocolate drizzled cookies for a taste of something completely
different.
6. Watermelon Salad With Fried Shallots and Fish Sauce
The saltiness of the fish sauce and the crunch of the fried
shallots add a nice counterbalance to the sweet, crisp watermelon. Fresh herbs,
peanuts, and a spicy-sweet lime dressing keep adding new dimensions to every
bite.
7. Cantaloupe in Coconut Rose Cream
The combination of cantaloupe, coconut cream and rose water
seems dainty enough for a tea party, but it’s also easy enough to whip together
for an anytime treat.
8. Pistachio Custard Morning Buns
Yes, this recipe requires some serious baking, but how could
you not crave them after looking at their picture?
9. Tomato Spritz
Have you ever cut up raw tomatoes for a recipe and ended up
with a ton of tomato water? Start saving it so you can make this light and
crispy alternative to a Bloody Mary.
10. Crispy Smashed Potato Salad
If you combined potato chips, potato salad and a loaded baked potato, you'd have this delicious, crispy side. Bring this to your next picnic to wow everyone.