Introduction: Kilishi is a Sahelian specialty of thin, spiced, sun-dried meat, sold in markets across Burkina Faso as a shelf-stable, protein-rich snack ideal for travel or long journeys by road. Cultural Background: Kilishi is a Sahelian specialty of thin, spiced, sun-dried meat, sold in markets across Burkina Faso as a shelf-stable, protein-rich snack ideal for […]
Introduction: This slow-cooked stew, simmered until the meat is meltingly tender in a thick peanut-based sauce, is a mainstay of Burkinabe home cooking. Cultural Background: This slow-cooked stew, simmered until the meat is meltingly tender in a thick peanut-based sauce, is a mainstay of Burkinabe home cooking. It is traditionally eaten with tô or rice, […]
Introduction: Brochettes are a fixture of evening street life in Burkina Faso, grilled over charcoal braziers by vendors who fan the smoke through busy neighbourhoods to draw in customers. Cultural Background: Brochettes are a fixture of evening street life in Burkina Faso, grilled over charcoal braziers by vendors who fan the smoke through busy neighbourhoods […]
Introduction: Kyufte are flat, spiced meat patties, close cousins to kebapche, grilled or pan-fried and sold at street grills and casual eateries as a quick, satisfying meal wrapped in bread or served with fries. Cultural Background: Kyufte are flat, spiced meat patties, close cousins to kebapche, grilled or pan-fried and sold at street grills and […]
Introduction: A rich, garlicky, paprika-spiked tripe soup long regarded as a hangover cure and cold-weather staple, Shkembe Chorba is served in traditional Bulgarian eateries with vinegar, chili oil and garlic milk on the side to season individually. Cultural Background: A rich, garlicky, paprika-spiked tripe soup long regarded as a hangover cure and cold-weather staple, Shkembe […]
Introduction: Kebapche are grilled, elongated minced meat rolls seasoned with cumin and savory, sold at grill stands and casual eateries throughout Bulgaria, typically served in bread with a simple side of relish or fries. Cultural Background: Kebapche are grilled, elongated minced meat rolls seasoned with cumin and savory, sold at grill stands and casual eateries […]
Introduction: Sarmi are pickled cabbage or grape leaves rolled around a rice and minced meat filling, slow-simmered until tender. Cultural Background: Sarmi are pickled cabbage or grape leaves rolled around a rice and minced meat filling, slow-simmered until tender. A staple of Bulgarian family lunches and essential to festive tables, especially in winter. Tips: Trim […]
Introduction: Beef rendang, a slow-cooked coconut and spice stew, is beloved throughout Brunei and is a fixture at weddings, Hari Raya celebrations and family feasts, often served alongside kelupis or plain rice. Cultural Background: Beef rendang, a slow-cooked coconut and spice stew, is beloved throughout Brunei and is a fixture at weddings, Hari Raya celebrations […]
Introduction: Soto is a warming, fragrant noodle soup found in coffee shops throughout Brunei, built on a clear spiced beef or chicken broth ladled over a choice of yellow noodles, rice vermicelli, or both together (known locally as kahwin, 'married'). Cultural Background: Soto is a warming, fragrant noodle soup found in coffee shops throughout Brunei, […]
Introduction: Murtabak is a thick, stuffed relative of roti canai, filled with a spiced minced meat and egg mixture before being folded and pan-fried until crisp on the outside and richly savoury within. Cultural Background: Murtabak is a thick, stuffed relative of roti canai, filled with a spiced minced meat and egg mixture before being […]