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Authentic Thai red curry paste from scratch: dried chilies, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime rind, shrimp paste, and toasted coriander and cumin seeds blended into a fiery aromatic base.

Dairy-free pumpkin tapioca pudding made with rice milk, tapioca flour, and canned pumpkin. Vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under 20 minutes. Optional licorice root adds a unique twist.

Asparagus simmered in orange juice and topped with sliced rounds of make-ahead ginger-orange compound butter with fresh cilantro. An elegant spring side dish that melts into a glossy finishing sauce.

Fresh pineapple soaked in dark rum and ginger, served in the shell with toasted coconut. A tropical no-cook dessert that marinates in the fridge for stunning presentation.

Ginger garlic bread with fresh ginger and garlic pureed into butter, spread on a split baguette, and broiled until golden. A 4-ingredient twist on classic garlic bread ready in 20 minutes.

Pickled okra (lady's fingers) marinated in vinegar then chilled with chopped tomatoes, red onion, and fresh ginger. A bright, tangy summer side.

Traditional Russian brined cucumbers (solionye ogurtsy) naturally fermented with fresh dill, horseradish, garlic, tarragon, and hot pepper. Crunchy, tangy, and deeply savory.

Oysters au champagne is a classic French appetizer: fresh oysters poached in champagne and oyster liquor with garlic butter, plated over a bed of wilted spinach, and cloaked in a silky roux sauce.

Herring stir-fry with fresh ginger, broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots finished with lemon juice and zest. A quick, healthy fish dinner ready in under 10 minutes of cooking.

Asparagus stir-fried in a wok with fresh ginger, sesame oil, roasted cashews, and soy sauce. A quick Chinese-style vegan side dish ready in 15 minutes.

Chilled ginger shrimp marinated in a reduced teriyaki, rice vinegar, and sherry sauce. A light, make-ahead appetizer served cold with cucumber sticks and dipping sauce.

Thai-style grilled prawns marinated in lemongrass, galangal, and rice wine, skewered and grilled until smoky. A stunning appetizer presentation stuck into a halved orange.

Kesselfleisch, a traditional German boiled pork with root vegetables, juniper berries, coriander, and clove-studded onions simmered low and slow until tender.

Thai Kaeng Khua curry paste made with dried chilies, garlic, lemongrass, coriander root, and shrimp paste. A fragrant homemade paste that keeps 3-4 months refrigerated.

Gai Tom Kha (Thai Chicken in Coconut Milk Soup) recipe

Steamed snow peas and baby carrots tossed with soy sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic, topped with toasted sunflower seeds. A quick vegetarian side in 15 minutes.