Bitter Melon Relish was quite easy to make and has lovely hues of red and green. It makes a beautiful accompaniment to burgers, sausages, and baked brie {recipe}
The Congee at Yum Cha in Chicago. Congee is a savory porridge, and this version is topped with braised ox tail, scallions, and a small bits of fried shrimp to add a hint of crunch {restaurant review}
There's more than meets the eye when it comes to griot. After poaching in a citrusy marinade then broiling until crispy brown, you get a massive diversity of flavor {recipe}