Fermented Food Adventures & Recipes
Green schug (not so easy to pronounce – more like “s’choog” – often spelled as shug or zhug) is a vibrant, spicy Yemeni condiment that became a beloved staple in Israeli cuisine thanks to Yemenite Jewish immigrants who brought it with them in the mid-20th century. Traditionally made with green […]
Are you ready to make a super easy, homemade cheese spread to wow your guests? They’re great on crackers, spread on baguette, eaten with charcuterie, and more. You can take it up another level by using fresh or your homegrown herbs as well. Today I’m going to show them stuffed […]
My love affair with pickled cherry peppers began at Antico Pizza in Midtown Atlanta (there’s a little free advertising lol)—where the heat was playful, the sweetness bold, and the flavor unforgettable. I’ve since found these peppers tucked into charcuterie boards and antipasto platters at Italian restaurants, always adding that perfect […]
Are these jangajji-style senfgurken or senfgurken-style jangajji? Hard to say—and honestly, it doesn’t matter! One bite and the labels fall away. What’s left is a pickle that’s bold, umami, and oh so satisfying. Pickling has always been a clever way to stretch the harvest and add a punch of flavor […]
My son’s growing up to be a little hothead—in the best way possible. This year, he was determined to grow a variety of peppers, and he fell in love with cayenne. Combine that with his “insane” love of mango, and we had the perfect excuse to dream up this fiery, […]
Whether or not you normally love eggplants, if you like soy sauce and Japanese pickles, I am confident you’re going to LOVE these. I have a cucumber shoyuzuke recipe here at the blog that I also can’t get enough of, and I’ve never had someone make or try it yet […]
Boiled peanuts are a Southern staple, but this Georgia-born twist brings a heady rush of sweet heat that blurs the lines for me between snack and obsession. I was going for some sweet heat southern flavor—think Vlasic Sweet Heat, Wickles Wicked Chips, Deux South, Famous Dave’s, or other southern-style hot […]
Indulge in the culinary artistry of Eastern European traditions with a modern twist through this stunning Sourdough Rye Bread Boule. Infused with the robust flavors of toasted caraway and dill seeds, cocoa powder, and molasses, this rustic loaf embodies the rich heritage of traditional Jewish rye bread while introducing the […]
Tzatziki originates from Greek cuisine, but it has long been a Mediterranean staple more broadly. It offers a cooling contrast to bold, savory dishes, such as chicken souvlaki and Mujadarra. This version swaps cucumbers for my fermented dill pickles (my full recipe and fermentation guidance are here), adding a tangy, […]
This homemade duck sauce is a celebration of all-natural ingredients, free from artificial additives and preservatives. Made with real apricot jam, fresh ginger, garlic, and rice vinegar, it delivers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Instructions for making a hot (spicy) version are also included. Unlike store-bought […]