Garlic Calamari
Very early in the process of developing a no nightshade red sauce, I came across this Bon Appétit recipe for simple shrimp in a...
Rajma
Rajma is a dish I discovered after identifying my nightshade sensitivity, so I can't say anything about its true—and inevitably diverse—place within the vast...
Latkes
I’m not of Jewish descent, but I’ve adored the crispy creamy goodness of latkes every time they've landed on my plate.
And while I’ve had...
Mediterranean Medley Sweet Potatoes
Updated September 16, 2022
Sometimes you want the tasty ease of baked sweet potatoes, but a full meal is required. This dish, inspired by an...
Refried Beans 2.0
Refried's Rebooted was our go-to family bean recipe for close to a decade. Because we’ve been reducing our meat consumption, I’ve been working on...
Coconut Cashew Chicken Curry
This Sri Lankan-inspired creation is based on a David Tanis recipe published in the New York Times. The original contains two nightshades: tomatoes, and...
Baked Samosas
The greasy, deep-fried onion and ground beef samosas of Nairobi were my gateway to Indian food. But when I returned to the U.S. and...
Refrieds, ReBooted
This first effort to recreate the Mexican food experience has evolved into a family favorite and is a real staple in our house. Eventually...
Sri Lankan Style Chicken Curry
The day I discovered Dini’s Flavor Blender was a happy one. I was looking for a chicken curry of pretty much any kind, as...
Simple Saag
Ever feel overwhelmed by a mess of greens? Like kale that just doesn't deserve a massage? Or spinach that’s not pretty enough for salad...