paleo

BEET-GREEN SALAD

BEET-GREEN SALAD

SERVES 4 If you include any dairy in your diet, the addition of burrata, a creamy, fresh Italian cheese, elevates this salad to the next level. INGREDIENTS 6 beets sea salt 1 tbsp/15 ml extra-virgin olive oil Leaves from 2 bunches of beets, roughly chopped FOR THE…

JAMAICAN JERK PORK CHOPS

JAMAICAN JERK PORK CHOPS

SERVES 4 When I started the Paleo diet, one of my closest friends brought me some jerk seasoning from Jamaica. I read the ingredients and noticed a few questionable items, so I decided to make my own. This is what I came up with! INGREDIENTS 2 scallions, chopped 2…

PORK CHOPS WITH POMEGRANATE-GINGER SAUCE

PORK CHOPS WITH POMEGRANATE-GINGER SAUCE

SERVES 4 Pomegranates are one of the most recognizable symbols of Armenia; they represent fertility, abundance and marriage. Pomegranate season was a special time for us growing up. My younger brother and I always looked forward to sitting at the dining table and…

CITRUS-BRAISED PORK SHOULDER

CITRUS-BRAISED PORK SHOULDER

SERVES 6 TO 8 Not many meals can compare to a blissfully tender and moist pork shoulder. This informal dish is so versatile and can easily be dressed up with some sophisticated sides. When purchasing lard, read labels carefully to ensure that the only ingredient is…

CHINESE FIVE-SPICE PLUM PORK RIBS

CHINESE FIVE-SPICE PLUM PORK RIBS

SERVES 4 While no one knows its exact origins, some believe that the Chinese created five-spice powder to encompass all of the five flavors: sour, bitter, sweet, pungent and salty. These five elements combined create a powerful flavor. The five-spice brings a unique…

BRAISED GOAT SHOULDER

BRAISED GOAT SHOULDER

SERVES 8 Goat is the most widely consumed red meat in the world, a staple among many cultures but rarely eaten in the United States. I am not sure why, because it is truly delicious! Pasture-raised goat meat tastes more like beef than lamb. Because goat is very lean,…

SLOW-COOKER CHOCOLATE CHICKEN MOLE

SLOW-COOKER CHOCOLATE CHICKEN MOLE

SERVES 6 I have been perfecting the recipe for a slow-cooker chicken mole for several years. I think I finally got it right! The dark chocolate adds richness and complexity, while the peppers add a smoky flavor and the tomatoes brighten up the dish. INGREDIENTS 2…

WINE-BRAISED DUCK LEGS

WINE-BRAISED DUCK LEGS

SERVES 4 I recommend buying whole ducks for this dish. Buying a whole duck is more cost-effective and almost all of the parts can be used. Use the breasts to make my Macadamia-Crusted Duck Breast with Spicy “Soy” Ginger Sauce, the skin to render for duck fat, and the…

TANDOORI CHICKEN

TANDOORI CHICKEN

SERVES 4 Tandoori chicken is an Indian dish, traditionally prepared in a clay oven called a tandoor. You can now find recipes for grilled and roasted variations. This dish is typically prepared with yogurt and spices. I have made this recipe with yogurt and all my…

GRILLED CHICKEN CHERMOULA

GRILLED CHICKEN CHERMOULA

SERVES 4 Chermoula is a marinade often used for fish or seafood in Algerian, Moroccan and Tunisian cuisines. The bright flavors of the fresh herbs lend themselves to chicken dishes, too. This dish is best if you allow the chicken to marinate overnight. INGREDIENTS 6…

SLOW-COOKER CHOCOLATE CHICKEN MOLE

SLOW-COOKER CHOCOLATE CHICKEN MOLE

SERVES 6 I have been perfecting the recipe for a slow-cooker chicken mole for several years. I think I finally got it right! The dark chocolate adds richness and complexity, while the peppers add a smoky flavor and the tomatoes brighten up the dish. INGREDIENTS 2…