The Daring Gourmet

Grappling Each Dish By The Horns

Sign up for our newsletter!
No SPAM. Ever.Check out our privacy policy

Authentic Falafel

16

With a fabulous flavor and texture, these authentic falafel are not only highly nutritious, they're incredibly delicious!   Naturally vegetarian, vegan and gluten free.If you're not already familiar with falafel, it's time you become acquainted.  There is a reason … Continue reading →

Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Cereal

24

Wonderfully nutritious and delicious, this warm breakfast cereal is sure to become part of your morning rotation.  With the warmth of cinnamon, the tanginess of apple and the sweetness of plump raisins, this Apple Cinnamon Quinoa cereal is deliciously flavorful and … Continue reading →

AMAZING 24-Hour Slow Cooker Apple Butter

44

An incredibly rich and old-fashioned flavored apple butter that makes itself while you are sleeping.  The long, slow cooking process renders a wonderfully deep flavor with notes of caramelized apple.  It's absolutely delicious!  And if you want to store it long term, this … Continue reading →

Indian Egg Curry (Baida Curry)

14

This southern Indian egg curry features a variety of wonderfully flavorful spices and the delicious creaminess of coconut milk.  Naturally meat-free, it's one of India's most popular curries!This is a Kerala-style egg curry, meaning its flavor profile hails from the … Continue reading →

BEST Authentic Enchilada Sauce

38

Rich and robust and a thousand times better than store-bought, this authentic enchilada sauce packs some serious FLAVOR!  Not just for enchiladas, this sauce will take your soups and stews to a whole new level!Nothing beats homemade.That's a phrase that fits most … Continue reading →

Indian Broccoli with Paneer

11

A wonderfully flavorful and fragrant vegetarian Indian dish, this Indian Broccoli and Paneer works perfectly as both a side dish or starter!Here's a delicious vegetarian Indian dish that your taste buds will love.  It makes both a great side dish or starter and is … Continue reading →

Freezer Slaw

21

Cool, crisp, refreshing and flavorful, this make-ahead freezer slaw is sure to be a hit and is superbly convenient to have on hand!I'm not sure where or when freezer slaw originated, but the concept has been around for decades.  This oldie but goodie comes by way of … Continue reading →

Italian Barley Salad

18

This colorful and flavorful Italian Barley Salad is a great make-ahead dish and is perfect for your next potluck, picnic, BBQ or any other occasion!I did something I never thought I'd do.I never, ever thought I'd replicate, or even want to replicate, airplane … Continue reading →

BEST Homemade Italian Dressing

22

Get ready to whip up the best homemade Italian dressing in just 5 minutes!Nothing beats the taste of good homemade Italian dressing!And superior taste aside, making your own has additional benefits.  Virtually ALL store-bought Italian dressings are made with … Continue reading →

Thai Quinoa Salad

19

The flavors in this colorful salad are out of this world and it's bound to be a hit at your next gathering!Here is a delicious new salad you can try out at your next picnic, potluck, BBQ or family dinner.  With its vibrant array of colors, textures and flavors, it's … Continue reading →

Perfect Creamy Coleslaw

26

This deliciously creamy coleslaw is the perfect side dish for your barbecue, picnic and summer potluck!It's hard to imagine a barbecue, picnic or summer potluck without coleslaw!The name coleslaw arose from the Dutch word koolsla which means "cabbage salad."  … Continue reading →

BEST Chinese Orange Chicken

89

Tender, crispy, battered chicken smothered in a deliciously fresh, sweet and tangy orange sauce. This Chinese Orange Chicken rivals your favorite takeout!Tender, chewy, crispy, citrusy, sweet, tangy and spicy all in one!Chinese Orange Chicken, a dish of chopped, … Continue reading →

Shanghai Noodles (Cu Chao Mian)

73

These Chinese fried noodles feature thinly sliced pork, cabbage, garlic, ginger, green onions, and a sauce that will make your mouth water!  Quick and easy to make, they're perfect for a weeknight meal!Shanghai, China.  The most populated city in the world.  Bustling … Continue reading →

Misir Wat (Ethiopian Spiced Red Lentils)

31

I've partnered with my favorite broth brand Aneto to bring you this recipe.One of Ethiopia's most popular vegetarian dishes, Misir Wat showcases lentils in a way that's unlike any you've had before.  The flavor is simply out of this world!  Vegetarian-friendly and so … Continue reading →

Chilled Asparagus with Lemon-Dijon Vinaigrette

20

Cool and crisp asparagus spears and tossed in a delicious lemon-dijon vinaigrette for a simple, elegant and delicious asparagus salad!We planted asparagus in our garden 2 years ago.  It's going to be at least another year before we can reap our first harvest and let … Continue reading →

Southern Sorghum & Black-Eyed Pea Salad

10

Sorghum is an interesting grain with a rich heritage and unique flavor.  Plus it's something of a superhero crop because it's one of the most efficient crops in conversion of solar energy, is environmentally friendly, requires less water than other grain crops and is … Continue reading →

Sweet Pea Risotto with Basil & Pancetta

28

I've partnered with Aneto to bring you this post! In celebration of Spring, I want to introduce you to a risotto featuring one of early Spring's finest bounties:  The garden-fresh sweet pea.  Aren't they simply irresistible? We had a really nice harvest of sweet peas last … Continue reading →

BEST Sweet and Sour Sauce

147

There are so many ways to enjoy this popular and versatile sauce.  And with only 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep/cook time, this delicious Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe couldn't be simpler!Get ready for a fast, simple, and deeeelicious Sweet & Sour … Continue reading →

Lemon Dill Mustard Dressing

11

Dill has always been one of my favorite herbs.  I've had success in growing nearly all of my culinary herbs from seed and planting them in my herb garden, but dill has been a challenge.  I've been trying to grow it for the past three years and just haven't had much luck.  I … Continue reading →

Authentic Injera (Ethiopian Flatbread)

152

If you've ever been to an Ethiopian restaurant - certainly if you've ever set foot in Ethiopia - you will have heard of injera.  It's a sourdough flatbread unlike any other sourdough.  It starts out looking like a crepe but then develops a unique porous and slightly spongy … Continue reading →

Slow Cooker Creamy Tortellini Soup

27

This wonderfully creamy and flavor-packed tortellini soup is super easy to make and is sure to become a family favorite!It's been a crazy week and I'm ready for the weekend, how about you?  I've been nursing a case of strep throat with accompanying fever while still … Continue reading →

Low Carb High Protein Nut & Seed Bread (Paleo)

64

In an attempt to burn a few excess pounds and to cut back on carbs generally, I've been focusing more on foods high in protein and healthy fats the past few weeks.  High protein/high fat foods are more satiating, which means you're less likely to nibble throughout the day, … Continue reading →

Slow Cooker Chinese Fried Rice

30

Chinese fried rice has always been a favorite of mine, but it's a long process to get it right, to make it the way it's served in restaurants.  And during the week I like to keep meals as quick and simple as possible.  You too?And so I figured, why not?  Practically … Continue reading →

Black Olive & Fig Tapenade with Roquefort

29

A special thank you to Lindsay® for sponsoring this post. Today's dish features one of the most influential foods in the world's history - olives - and takes us to the Provence region of southern France.  Olives were first introduced to Marseilles by the Phoenicians 2500 … Continue reading →

Caramel Pear Butter

27

If you're an apple butter fan you've got to try this with pears.  A fuss-free recipe utilizing the slow cooker, simply dump in the ingredients and let the slow cooker work its magic.  The result is a wonderfully deep, caramelized flavor that comes from slow cooking the pears … Continue reading →

BEST Macaroni Salad

81

Thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post.I know I don't have to tell you this one simple truth, that not all macaroni salads are created equal.  Just go to any potluck and sample a dozen different macaroni salads, each a "secret family recipe passed down from … Continue reading →

Burmese Yellow Split Pea Fritters (Baya Kyaw)

27

If yellow split peas aren't something you use very often, get ready for a fabulous way to put them to use!Crispy, spicy and flavorful, these Burmese yellow split pea fritters can be served as appetizers or the main course with your favorite dipping sauce.  They can also … Continue reading →

Lemon Quinoa & Bean Salad

13

Quinoa is a fascinating food and it has long been lauded for its unique nutritional benefits.  For example, you may have heard that it's a complete protein.  What that means is that it contains all 9 essential amino acids that your body can't produce on its own but has to … Continue reading →

Southern Black-eyed Pea Salad (or Salsa)

29

The South has a tradition that goes back to the Civil War and says black-eyed peas bring good luck.  Specifically, they bring good luck if they're eaten on New Year's Day.  Now I realize I'm a few months late in the good luck game, but if the luck-bringing powers of the … Continue reading →

BEST Authentic Homemade Hoisin Sauce

106

Hoisin sauce is a central ingredient in many Chinese dishes, but it's one of those things you may not always have on hand.  Fortunately, not only is it easy to make yourself, this hoisin sauce recipe is also very authentic and tastes WAY better than store-bought.  Quite … Continue reading →

Roasted Sweet Potato Fettuccine Alfredo

18

Even though the holidays are long over, our consumption of sweet potatoes doesn't have to be - nor should it be!Find out more about the U.S.history of sweet potato consumption and why you should be eating them throughout the year in my post on Curried Sweet Potato Soup … Continue reading →

Roasted Cauliflower Chowder

47

This cozy chowder is packed with a myriad of delicious flavors.   The star of the show:  Roasted cauliflower.  This chowder is so good it will even make the cauliflower-haters rethink their position.I've traditionally been fairly lukewarm towards cauliflower and my … Continue reading →

Curried Roasted Sweet Potato Soup with Tarragon

27

I love creamy soups.  Their creamy texture and vibrant flavors all spell "comfort" to me. This deliciously rich and seductively silky soup showcases the sweet potato.  An ancient tuber, sweet potatoes have been radiocarbon-dated in the Cook Islands to 1000 AD and are thought … Continue reading →

Sign up for our newsletter!

Receive the latest from The Daring Gourmet!

No SPAM. Ever.Check out our privacy policy

Copyright

Unless otherwise stated, all images, content and recipes are original and are the sole property of Kimberly Killebrew, daringgourmet.com. No photographs or other content may be used without prior written consent.

Copyright © 2013–2019All Rights Reserved