Vegan

These Eggplant Cutlets are the kind of recipe that makes eggplant feel exciting again. The eggplants are roasted first until soft and creamy, then flattened, coated in panko, and fried until the outside turns golden and crisp. The roasted tomato marinara keeps everything fresh and Read More

These crispy corn fritters are golden on the outside, soft in the middle, and packed with sweet corn, green onion, garlic, and warm spices. The batter is simple, but the texture matters: it should be thick enough to hold the corn together when spooned into Read More

If you like bold flavors and a little crunch in every bite, this crispy potato salad is one to keep on repeat. Thin roasted potato slices replace the usual boiled potatoes, giving the salad a completely different texture—crispy edges, soft centers, and plenty of flavor Read More

If you want a snack that’s crispy, a little different, and seriously hard to stop eating, these crispy sweet potato balls are worth making. They have a golden crust on the outside, a soft center in the middle, and a warm savory flavor from smoked Read More

These spicy chili crisp noodles come together fast, but they still taste like something you actually planned. The sauce is rich from peanut butter, savory from dark soy sauce, and brightened up with rice vinegar and fresh green onion. A spoonful of chili crisp gives Read More

These Japanese extra long fries are crisp on the outside, soft in the middle, and made from a seasoned potato dough that gets chilled, cut into long strips, and fried until golden. They’re fun, different from regular fries, and easy to dress up with mayo, Read More

Roasted sweet potatoes are one of those sides that never stay on the table for long, especially when they come out of the oven with browned edges, warm spices, and just enough caramelization to make every bite better than the last. This version keeps things Read More

There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when garlic cooks slowly in oil. Not sautéed, not browned—just gently baked until every clove turns soft enough to crush with the back of a spoon. The flavor goes from sharp to sweet and almost buttery, and Read More

Aglio e olio is usually the “pan + sliced garlic + olive oil” situation—but this roasted version is the one I make when I want the flavor to feel deeper and a little more luxurious. Roasting the garlic in olive oil turns it sweet and Read More

This smashed cucumber avocado salad is fresh, crunchy, creamy, and loaded with bright flavor. The cucumbers are smashed for extra texture so they grab onto the lime-chili dressing, then shaken in a large jar with onion and herbs for an easy, mess-free mix. Add avocado Read More