Side Dish

Poqui-poqui

From the Philippine northern region of Ilocos comes this eggplant and egg dish redolent of the bold flavors and aromas of locally grown shallots and garlic, and the rich umami taste of fish sauce.

Cook time: 15

Servings: 4 people

Bacon and wakame onigiri

Cook Japanese rice the usual way, season a la sushi rice, stir in chopped rehydrated wakame, crispy bacon and toasted sesame seeds, season with a little salt then press into an onigiri molder.

Cook time: 20

Servings: 4 people

Sweet chili mushrooms and tofu

Fried tofu and mushrooms are tossed in sweet chili sauce infused with lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. A delighful appetizer or side dish, or a meatless main dish.

Cook time: 20

Servings: 2 people

Lime butter garlic mushrooms

A delightful appetizer or side dish, this tangy, buttery and not-too-spicy dish cooks in just about 12 minutes—and that includes the preparation time!

Cook time: 8

Servings: 2 people

Crispy cauliflower florets with Buffalo sauce

Batter-coated cauliflower florets tossed in a thick and sticky sweet-salty-spicy sauce that coats them without ruining the crispness.

Cook time: 15

Servings: 4 people