Egyptians have kept pigeons, or squab, since ancient times. One of their favorite ways of serving them is stuffed with cracked wheat and braised as hamam mahshi (ha-MAM mah-SHEE).
Tag: Braising
Hamam Mahshi
Habas con Chorizo
(Spanish fava beans simmered with spicy sausage)
Simple and straightforward, this dish of fresh fava beans simmered with chorizo makes a whole meal if you pair it with a few slices of crusty bread.
Gołąbki
(Polish, stuffed cabbage rolls)
These hearty stuffed cabbage rolls simmered in a tomato sauce are popular in Poland and throughout Eastern Europe.
Galbi Jjim
(Korean braised beef short ribs)
Kalbi jjim is a favorite comfort food for Koreans. Beef short ribs are slowly simmered in a sweet-salty broth until they are practically falling off the bone.
Corned Beef and Cabbage
(Irish-American braised brisket with vegetables)
Corned beef and cabbage is a traditional St. Patricks Day dish for Irish Americans, but not for the Irish themselves. The meal became popular in the United States in the 19th century.
Coq au Vin
(French chicken braised in wine)
Coq au vin is a classic winter dish from the Bourgogne region of France. Use a burgundy, Beaujolais, or any young, full-bodied red wine for this warming braised chicken dish.
Chicken Stock
(How to make chicken stock, with variations)
Chicken stock, or chicken broth, is a kitchen basic in many cuisines. Find out how to make chicken stock for recipes from around the world.
Carrot Tzimmes
(Israeli, Jewish carrots braised with honey)
Tzimmes, or tsimmes, is a Jewish side dish that is a traditional part of a Rosh Hashanah meal. Carrots get a slow simmer with honey to make a sweet dish symbolizing a sweet new year.
Carottes Braisées au Beurre
(French braised carrots with butter)
Carottes braisées au beurre are a classic French side dish. The natural sweetness of the carrots, accentuated with a pinch of sugar, goes perfectly with roasted meats and fowl.
Carnitas de Puerco
(Mexican crispy tender shredded pork)
Mexican carnitas are an amazing option for stuffing tacos, burritos and tamales. Slow-simmered pork, with a quick fry and the end, carnitas are easy to make.