Easy Palmiers from Leftover Pie Dough/Puff Pastry (蝴蝶酥)
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Easy Palmiers from Leftover Pie Dough/Puff Pastry (蝴蝶酥)

Palmiers, elephant ears, butterfly cookies, or palm hearts all reference a flaky French pastry coated with caramelized sugar. Their simplicity makes them perfect for using up scraps of laminated dough, such as pie crust or puff pastry. The original version uses just sugar, but they can be adapted to include flavorings such as chocolate, spices,…

Air-Fryer Roasted Pecans

Air-Fryer Roasted Pecans

Roasted pecans are delicious in baked goods, salads, or as a snack. Learn how to use an air fryer to make roasted pecans in under 10 minutes! Ingredients Pecans This recipe is intended for pecan halves. If a recipe requires chopped roasted pecans, chop them after roasting. Add-Ins (optional) More Air-Fryer Recipes

How to Ripen Hachiya Persimmons + Persimmon Sorbet

How to Ripen Hachiya Persimmons + Persimmon Sorbet

Hachiya persimmons are one of the most common varieties sold in grocery stores. They are pointy, unlike Fuyu persimmons which are flatter. Also unlike Fuyu persimmons, which can be eaten while still hard and crunchy, Hachiya persimmons must be eaten after they’ve fully softened. Unripe Hachiya persimmons contain tannins, which can cause astringency—a dry, puckering…

Easy Air Fryer Paneer
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Easy Air Fryer Paneer

Paneer is a fresh cheese common in Indian cuisine. Unlike many cheeses, paneer does not melt, making it perfect for air-frying until crispy! Air fryer paneer slices are caramelized on the outside and soft on the inside. The mild cheesy flavor of paneer pairs well with a variety of sauces and the air-fried slices can…

Best Air-Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)

Best Air-Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)

Roast a batch of pumpkin seeds, or pepitas in the air fryer to use for a healthy and delicious snack or in recipes! Air-fryer pumpkin seeds roast quickly and evenly compared to oven-roasted ones. Ingredients Pumpkin Seeds/Pepitas This recipe is intended for raw pumpkin seeds without their shell, which are green. Add-Ins (optional) Tips More…

Chinese Steamed Buns (馒头/Mantou; with sourdough discard option!)
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Chinese Steamed Buns (馒头/Mantou; with sourdough discard option!)

Chinese steamed buns, or mantou (馒头), are a staple food in China. Mantou usually refers to plain steamed buns while filled buns are called baozi (包子). Flower rolls (花卷) are like an intermediate since they have filling, but it’s sealed on the inside. Check out my recipe for scallion or sweet sesame flower rolls! This…

Crispy Air Fryer Gnocchi

Crispy Air Fryer Gnocchi

Gnocchi as finger food elevates them to a level beyond just a pasta imitation. Gnocchi are potato-based dumplings that are often boiled then tossed with sauces, but crisping them up in an air fryer and then dipping them in sauce makes them so much more enjoyable. There’s added texture contrast between crunchy exterior and fluffy…

Sweet Fermented Rice Wine (酒酿, Jiu Niang)
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Sweet Fermented Rice Wine (酒酿, Jiu Niang)

Despite being called “wine”, jiuniang contains little alcohol (less than 3%) and gets its name from the unique fermented aroma. It’s sweet without adding sugar, and when chilled it tastes like a dessert soup or pudding (see below on ways to serve it!). The flavor is quite distinct, so you’ll have to try it yourself…