Global Table Adventure

Recipe: Roasted Lobster Tails with Coconut Curry Dipping Sauce

September 29, 2011 By Sasha Martin 7 Comments

We're all friends here, right? I need to tell you something important. I'm learning to step out of my comfort zone. Not just once in a while. Once a day. It's scary but also rewarding. Sometimes, though, you can take too big a step. I'm learning that baby steps are better. Let me put this into context for you. Deciding whether or not to make this recipe caused quite the dilemma. You see, the last time I made lobster was traumatic. Have you ever made live lobster? It's stressful. It … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kiribati, Oceania, Recipes, Seafood, Technique Thursday, Valentine's Day

Recipe: Jamaican Escovitch Fish

August 25, 2011 By Sasha Martin 5 Comments

Makes enough Escovitch topping for 2-3 meals. I've long adored the British tradition of dousing Fish and Chips with vinegar. In fact, I like to add enough vinegar for my fish to swim in. Sure, Keith won't kiss me for days afterwards, but a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do. Well, this week I learned about Jamaican Escovitch, based on Spanish Escabéche. Escovitch is like taking your fried fish on a trip to vinegar city, on a vinegar boat, through vinegar nation At it's most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast, Jamaica, North America, Recipes, Sasha's Favorite Recipes, Seafood

Recipe: Fijian Coconut Ceviche (Kokoda)

March 20, 2011 By Sasha Martin 4 Comments

Serves 4 (as an appetizer) Until Kokada entered my life, ceviche was uncharted territory for me. Raw fish dishes are definitely not native to my hometowns - Boston, Atlanta, Paris, or Luxembourg - they're really more of a tropical item. (Is it weird to say I have more than one hometown? It's all I know...) I had my reservations about consuming raw fish in landlocked Tulsa, Oklahoma - but, after taking a big sniff, the fishmonger assured me the mahi-mahi was fresh. What a flavor sensation … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fiji, Oceania, Recipes, Seafood

Recipe: Estonian Smoked Herring Dip

March 5, 2011 By Sasha Martin 2 Comments

Makes 2 cups Get your next party jumping with Estonian Smoked herring dip, a nod to the great national fish of Estonia. No matter what the cooking method, Estonians typically serve herring with a sour cream and vinegar/lemon juice sauce. And now... for an unprecedented cooking tip from Mr Picky. First, he wants to know - how do you feel about sour cream? If you're a little unsure, he suggests making the dip drier by using less of the sour cream mixture - perhaps as little as half. Who is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dips, Estonia, Europe, Potluck Friendly, Recipes, Seafood

Recipe: Stuffed Grilled Trout

February 17, 2011 By Sasha Martin 15 Comments

Serves 2 You've seen them at the fish market. Whole trout. Somewhat intimidating, but also intriguing. Friends, if you've never ventured in the world of whole fish, I highly recommend it. Cooking them is beyond easy and the flavor is exceptional. Today we stuff them with peppers, onions, and fresh lemons - flavors characteristic of Equatorial Guinea. Slightly spicy and super fresh - make this for a special occasion or just for fun. Ingredients: 2 whole trout, cleaned 1/4 cup … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, Equatorial Guinea, Gluten Free Adaptable, Grilling, Miss Ava's Favorite Recipes, Recipes, Sasha's Favorite Recipes, Seafood

Recipe: Timorese Grilled Tuna Steaks with Garlic and Butter

January 20, 2011 By Sasha Martin 6 Comments

Serves 4 Loads of garlic, butter, and sea salt make this tuna leap for joy. Forget tuna in a can. Fresh tuna steaks are as good, if not better than salmon. Bold and intense, this recipe will transport you to the flavors of East Timor and an incredible meal, as remembered by Karen Coates of Rambling Spoon. Read Karen's story - the inspiration for our recipe. Perfect for Valentine's day, or any special occasion. Ingredients: 4 Tuna steaks 4 Tbsp butter 3 cloves garlic coarse sea … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia, East Timor (Timor-Lest), Gluten Free Adaptable, Grilling, Mr. Picky's Favorite Recipes, Recipes, Sasha's Favorite Recipes, Seafood, Valentine's Day

Recipe: Fried Frog Legs

January 9, 2011 By Sasha Martin 3 Comments

Makes 8 legs - Serves 2 What you are about to see is really, really strange. Some of you might be bothered by it. But, I promise, if you stay by my side, we'll get past all the strangeness and enter the amazing world of deep fried food. And, let's be honest, it's hard to go wrong with deep fried food. Ingredients: 8 frog legs (4 pair) For the coating: milk 1/2 cup flour 1 tsp ground thyme 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper Method: First, fill a pot half way with vegetable oil … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dominica, Finger Food, North America, Recipes, Seafood

Recipe: Callaloo

January 6, 2011 By Sasha Martin 4 Comments

Serves 4-6 Callaloo, a luscious green stew made all over the Caribbean, is one of *those* recipes. It's like chili in the US; everyone lays claim to having the "best" version. And every version was made by someone's mama, so you best not mess with it. This version is made by Ava's mamma - me. But.. unlike those other recipes, feel free to mess with mine. After all, I'm a novice Callaloo maker and still have a lot to learn. Given the limitations of supplies around these parts, I went ahead … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dominica, Global Table, Gluten Free Adaptable, North America, Potluck Friendly, Recipes, Seafood, Soups