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Dishes that require a moderate amount of skill, not for beginners, but still manageable for the home cook.
Pork loin with shrimp
The pork meat larded with raw shrimp and braised in wine has an exquisite flavor, reminding of Chinese food, and it may easily become one of the party favorite dishes.
Da lian huo shao
Da lian huo shao is a traditional Mandarin dish. The preparation involves a yeast dough that is left to rise before being rolled out and filled.
Da lian huo shao can be enjoyed as it is or with a side of hot, clear soup or soy milk for a traditional Chinese breakfast experience.
Causa limeña
A delicious potato terrine layered with fillings such as tuna, chicken, or avocado.
Sand plum jelly
Sand plum jelly is made by cooking the fruit until it is soft and then straining the juice. The juice is then boiled with sugar until it thickens into a jelly. Sand plum jelly is a popular spread for toast, biscuits, and pancakes. It can also be used to make pies, jams, and other desserts.
Guava paste
It is a sweet made cooking guavas with sugar. It reminds of quince paste and it is used in a similar way, but guava paste is also used in many recipes.
Ifisashi
Ifisashi is a traditional Zambian dish made primarily with a mix of leafy green vegetables, tomatoes, peanuts, and sometimes meat. This nutritious and flavorful meal can be served as a main course or a side dish, and is often enjoyed with nshima, a maize porridge that is a staple in many African countries. The recipe below provides a vegetarian version of ifisashi, but you can easily add meat or fish if you prefer.
Coconut shrimp
Crispy coconut shrimp is a delicious and popular appetizer or main dish featuring succulent shrimp coated in a flavorful coconut crust and deep-fried, or baked, to golden perfection.
Mallo-mallo fudge squares
Mallo-Mallo Fudge Squares are a delightful treat that combines the rich, chocolatey goodness of fudge with the fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth sweetness of marshmallows.
Burmese tea leaf salad (lahpet thoke)
Lahpet Thoke is a unique and delicious Burmese salad featuring fermented tea leaves, an array of crunchy mix-ins, and a tangy dressing. This iconic dish is not only a taste adventure but also a celebration of textures and flavors. It is often served as an appetizer or a snack during gatherings and special occasions.
Chocolate fondant
The trick to this moreish dessert is refrigerating the cake before baking, or nearly freezing them, so the crust becomes done while the interior becomes liquid.