Ginger

Cinnamon, cloves, ginger and cayenne pepper enhance this North African-style dish. Serve the stew over the Saffron-Cardamom Rice or plain basmati rice.

Plank cooking is a Native American technique that imparts a subtle smoky flavor to fish, meat, poultry, and vegetables. It is recommended to use a plank of untreated Western red cedar made specifically for cooking purposes.

For good Nasi Goreng, the rice should be cooked 2-3 hours before it is fried, so that it has time to become cold.

The chutney also works well as an accompaniment to chicken, duck or lamb.

These caramel-dipped fruits look like jewels and add another layer of elegance to the gingerbread roulade.

Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 1 1/4 hr

This poultry dish features many of the flavors of the classic Moroccan dish b'stilla but is much easier to make.

Despite its name, this luau classic is actually a noodle dish (rice-free). At least there is chicken in it — stock as well as shredded chicken.

Ginger and garlic give these pea pods a hint of Asian flavor, but we think they're a good all-purpose side dish.

A great cocktail snack to have on hand, these will keep for a week before serving.