Category Archives: Grains

Mushroom Farro Chili

Posted on February 12, 2022 | Leave a comment

Mushroom Farro Chili by Alison's AllspiceIt’s Superbowl weekend, and I cannot think of a better food to celebrate game day than a big bowl of hearty chili.  No two chili recipes are the same, and this mushroom farro chili is no different.  Meaty mushrooms and chewy farro take this veggie chili to the next level!

I made some variations to this chili recipe specifically because it incorporates mushrooms.  Mushrooms have a lot of umami (savory) flavor, so I wanted to overall flavor of the chili to be rich in umami as well. Continue reading →

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Tomato Braised Tofu with Cilantro Lime Rice

Posted on September 25, 2021 | Leave a comment

Tomato Braised Tofu with Cilantro Lime Rice by Alison's AllspiceBefore I was born, my parents had a neighbor from Mexico that taught my mom a few traditional recipes that we enjoyed all throughout my childhood.  This tomato braised tofu recipe with cilantro lime rice is adapted from one that we simply called “Mexican Pork” where the pork is braised in a tomato sauce that is infused with traditional spices and aromatics. Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato Coconut Curry

Posted on April 17, 2021 | Leave a comment

Sweet Potato Coconut Curry by Alison's AllspiceA few months ago, I posted this recipe for butternut squash chickpea curry.  One week when I was cleaning out the fridge, I used the recipe but made alterations based on what I had.  My family loved this sweet potato coconut curry even more than we loved the butternut squash version, so I just had to share it with you all!

So, what alterations did I make?  Two major swaps and one omission is all that you will find.  I swaped sweet potato for the butternut, and tofu for the chickpeas. Continue reading →

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Turmeric Rice with Cumin Toasted Chickpeas

Posted on March 28, 2021 | 2 comments

Turmeric Rice with Cumin Toasted Chickpeas by Alison's AllspiceI seem to see a lot of “rice and chickpeas” style dishes out there on the web and I decided that I had to see what they are all about.  Honestly, I was surprised at how simple yet flavorful the idea is.  Check out my turmeric rice with cumin toasted chickpeas recipe to see what I mean.

When I look at a bowl full of rice and chicpeas, I think there is nothing to it.  It’s gonna be bland.  Well, that just doesn’t have to be the case; not when you’re in the Allspice kitchen! Continue reading →

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Brazilian Coconut Shrimp Stew

Posted on February 27, 2021 | 6 comments

Brazilian Coconut Shrimp Stew by Alison's AllspiceThis Brazilian coconut shrimp stew is traditionally called moqueca.  It can be made with fish or various types of seafood.  I decided to try this dish because I loved the look of the creamy coconut with the rich seafood.

In my version I only used shirmp and not multiple types of seafood.  This simplified the dish to be something that I could make with mostly pantry staples and frozen shirmp. Continue reading →

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Mushroom Parmesan Baked Brown Rice Risotto

Posted on February 6, 2021 | 2 comments

Mushroom Parmesan Brown Rice Risotto by Alison's AllspiceRisotto is one of the most common ways to make rice in Italy.  Once you have tried it, you will completely understand why.  It has a creamy mouthfeel that is not a usual characteristic of rice.  Try my mushroom parmesan baked brown rice risotto to see what I mean.

Traditonally, risotto is made with arborio rice.  It is a short grain white rice that readily releases its starches to produce the creamy texture.  I used brown rice in my version because it is higher in protein and fiber. Continue reading →

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Trout Piccata with Green Beans and Rice

Posted on January 31, 2021 | 2 comments

Trout Picatta with Green Beans and Rice by Alison's AllspiceFriends, do you like foods that are slow cooked in butter until golden brown and cripsy?  Then served with a savory lemon caper sauce?  If you answered yes, you are going to love this trout piccata with green beans and rice!

Picatta is an Italian dish that is traditionally made with chicken that is pounded thin, dredged in flour, browned, and served with a lemon caper sauce and pasta.  Trout makes a perfect pescetarian stand-in for the chicken in this classic dish. Continue reading →

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Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry

Posted on December 12, 2020 | Leave a comment

Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry by Alison's AllspiceCurry is a great dish to make in advance for busy nights because the flavors only get better as it sits.  This butternut squash chickpea curry is loaded with vegetables as well as flavor!

I like to prep all the ingredients for this recipe in advance to make it an easy and pleasant cooking experience.  Chopping the butternut squash can be time consuming, and sometimes difficult, so you don’t want to rush for safety’s sake. Continue reading →

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Zucchini Feta Rye Berry Cakes with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Posted on September 20, 2020 | Leave a comment

Zucchini Feta Rye Berry Cakes with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes by Alison's AllspiceThese zucchini feta rye berry cakes with roasted cherry tomatoes is by far my favorite way to make a zucchini “fritter”.  It’s really more of a cake or patty because the rye berries add so much dense chewy texture.

The cakes are delicious on their own, but the cherry tomatoes and yogurt make this something special.  The sweetness and slight acidity of the tomatoes balances the earthy, tangy notes of the rye berries while the yogurt adds a creamy luscious texture. Continue reading →

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Chili Glazed Tofu with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice

Posted on July 5, 2020 | Leave a comment

Chili Glazed Tofu with Pineapple Salsa and Coconut Rice by Alison's AllspiceI love all things spicy.  However, balance is also an important component to a great meal.  This chili glazed tofu with pineapple salsa and coconut rice has got it all!  Spicy tofu, cooling coconut and bright, fresh pineapple!

Coconut rice is a favorite side dish of mine because it pairs well with many things.  It’s also really easy to make, and is made from pantry staples like brown rice and coconut milk. Continue reading →

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