cucumber – Notes From a Messy Kitchen

Indonesia: Gado Gado

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Asia

Indonesia

When I first started this journey, I figured my Indonesian dish would be a homage to Bali where we spent our honeymoon. I’ve long intended to recreate the dishes we made in our cooking class using the cook book they sent us home with as a souvenir. I’ve also always...

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Tuvalu: Tuna Coconut Curry

Australia

Tuvalu

Like its neighbor Nauru, prior to embarking on this culinary journey, I had no idea that Tuvalu existed. The small island nation – made up of nine islands formerly known as the Ellice Islands – is located in the South Pacific. There is some variation across the islands, but unsurprisingly,...

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Thailand: Yam Neua Yang

Cooking Time: 30 minutes + 30 to marinate

Thailand

After a weekend of heavy eating and drinking, I was craving something light on Monday night. So logically, I chose steak. While this may sound facetious, this dish is actually very light and summery – especially when compared to pad thai! Served cold, this would be a great dish for a...

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North Korea: Mul Naengmyeon

Cooking Time: 90 minutes + time for broth to chill

North Korean

We’re starting our culinary journey in North Korea, where I’d venture to guess you haven’t eaten a meal. Since foreign visitation is strictly limited, so is our insight on their cuisine. Technically speaking, I actually have been to North Korea, but we stayed within the strict limits of the DMZ and...

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Ingredient: cucumber