Bitter foods are perceived as unpleasant by many. In fact, bitterness is the least acceptable taste to humans; hence, bitterness like the other basic taste, sour, is considered as a part of the aversive taste family. ... More »
MAKING
1. Build the bourbon, cognac, grenadine, Peychaud's bitters and angosture bitters in a cocktail shaker over ice.
2. Strain into an old fashioned glass.
SERVING
3. Garnish with the lemon peel and serve chilled. - 134.559
Supposedly this was J P Morgan’s Alamagoozlum, according to Charles H. Baker, Jr. in the 1939 classic, The Gentleman’s Companion. One wonders about the origin of the name. - 132.769
A potent martini, this recipe combines gin, maraschino liqueur, Fernet Branca and both Peychaud’s and Angostura. Not for the faint of heart, you might prefer the cocktail with a higher ratio of the sweet maraschino spirit to the bitter and aromatic Fernet. - 131.475
We love the Scarlet Harlot name and this cocktail tastes pretty damn good too. Use Dubonnet or Cynar with brandy and cherries for a rich and warm mixed drink. - 129.866
MAKING
1. Shake with ice the Plymouth gin, dry vermouht and angostura bitters in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into cocktail glass.
SERVING
3. Serve chilled. - 126.021
MAKING
1. In a bowl, add in baby arugula and watercress.
2. Take the grapefruit, place it above the mixing bowl and peel off the outer skin making sure the inside flesh is still intact.
3. After peeling, make small incisions along each membrane, cut out the... - 125.341
MAKING
1. In a lowball glass add the Campari and vermouth with ice.
2. Top with soda and garnish with an orange slice
SERVING
3. Serve chilled. - 124.848
Old is gold is what they say about this classic gin martini. After all there has to be something in it that even the world's most renowned spy also drinks it,, though it’s a bit modified, but still it is a martini. Shaken not Stirred! - 118.712
Hot From The Kettle visits Chakra in Paramus, NJ. Melody meets Chef Thomas Ciszak who demonstrates Tuna Tartare, and sommelier, Evelyn Hsu-Ciszak who mixes up the hangover tonic, The Bitter Pill. - 118.605
Most people like chocolate cake, but when you add "lava" to the name, they go completely bonkers over it! With the upcoming Valentine's, for you single guys that aren't handsome, don't have money, and can't play a musical instrument, this may be the only... - 116.697
Are you looking for simple way to make Vesper? This recipe is perfect for you.The drink was invented and named by fictional secret agent James Bond in the 1953 novel Casino Royale.It is a very popular cocktail recipe.You should try this Vesper cocktail... - 115.56
Are you looking for simple way to make The Manhattan cocktail? This recipe is perfect for you. It's New york City's drink and Bridget mixes up a beauty with Canadian Club. Only on Mixology101.TV! Try and Enjoy this The Manhattan cocktail recipe. - 115.072
Mexican Mojito is a great drink to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Watch this video to learn the secret of this cocktail that is the derivative of martini. - 113.858
MAKING
1. In a shaker, shake the ice cubes, lemon juice and simple syrup.
2. Top a collins glass with ice.
3. Strain the lemon juice and simple syrup mix into the glass.
4. Pour the bitters.
5. Top with soda water.
SERVING
6. Stir and drink. - 111.179
For the lavender lovers, here is a beautifully prepared martini flavored with culinary lavender! Thanks to Chef Evanne for the interestingly deep insight on the culinary lavender, which makes the preparation of lavender lemon drop martini all the more... - 110.94
Ginger Julep Cocktail is a derivative of the famous Mint Julep. This drink has a twisted simple syrup that gives this drink an added kick. Watch this video to find out. - 110.538
Discover the pleasure of mixing and sipping a classic Old Fashion with Bridget. She brings to you a lovely combination and flavors straight from the 1900s. - 105.139
This Bourbon and Branch Cocktail is a nice way to celebrate 4th of July. This simple cocktail has only two ingredients, and the secret to make it perfect is to use the special ice cubes mentioned in this video. Happy fourth of July. - 104.732
Papaitan is a famous Ilocano soup dish mostly composed of cow or goat innards. The name of this dish was derived from the Filipino word “Pait”, which means “bitter”. The bitter taste of this soup comes from the bile. This is a bitter juice extracted... - 104.49
Godfather Cocktail is a derivative of martini. This video shows the classic recipe of this popular cocktail meant to be served at Father's Day. Watch this video and surprise your dad with this cocktail. - 103.069
Fluorescent orange, chunky fruits and chilled jim beam white, can you guess? It’s a brown derby cocktail. This classic cocktail is a very old drink but its its scintillating taste is always new to the taste buds. Check out the video for the easy steps of... - 101.039
This recipe is a twist on the classic cosmopolitan- this is the "kosmopolitan." The recipe contains bourbon and orange juice instead of vodka and cranberry and the "K" in the title stands for "kickass." A smooth cocktail that brings together a combination of... - 99.2997
AntiAging Give Me My Bitter Brew Green Smoothie is a wonderful looking green smoothie. The ginger and lemon bring out the best of the taste of the grapes and greens. Lemon neutralizes the bitterness and the ginger has a cleansing activity in your body.... - 95.4664
Here is a Filipino recipe that is good for diabetics. Panlasang Pinoy shows a simple bitter gourd salad recipe using Mama Sita's ready mix for dressing. There is hardly any cooking and easy to make. - 78.4296
The special honey-lemon-thyme tahini looks delicious. It is so easy to make, that you can prepare it any time. The video shows you the process to prepare the tangy tahini. - 64.6759
Sukto is a unique Bengali preparation, which includes karela or bitter gourd. Different types of vegetables are used in this dish and that is why, it is very nutritious too. The most essential vegetables used in Sukto are, bitter gourd, eggplant, papaya,... - 48.7368
GETTING READY
1) Remove and discard the tough outer leaves from the chicory, escarole and romaine.
2) Discard the strong central ribs and separate the heads into individual leaves.
3) Cut these leaves into bite-size pieces.
4) In a large bowl, combine the... - 48.1166
Wash the bitter gourds and pat dry with kitchen paper.
Peel off the rough skins and slice the gourds, discarding the seeds.
Place the sliced gourds in a bowl, rubbing the tablespoon of salt into the slices.
Set aside for about 1 hour.
Meanwhile, wash the... - 46.8689
Sift flour, baking powder, salt and cocoa together.
Beat eggs until thick; beat in sugar gradually.
Blend in 1/3 cup water slowly.
Add flour mixture and va- nilla, mixing until blended.
Spread batter in waxed paper-lined 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1-inch pan.
Bake at... - 46.2798
For all those, who do not prefer the taste of bitter greens, you should try with this special honey-lemon-thyme tahini. The tahini creates a magic to the bitter greens, and the greens becomes really delicious. This video introduces you to the ingredients,... - 46.1759
Sieve flour and baking powder together.
Dissolve coffee in hot water.
Beat eggs, sugar and butter together till creamy in a large mixing bowl.
Add flour to egg mixture and beat for 5-7 minutes.
Add coffee to above mixture and beat till texture is... - 45.2332
GETTING READY
1. Start by preparing a charcoal, wood, or gas grill or preheat the broiler
MAKING
2. In a medium bowl, combine the first 4 ingredeints, and mix till it becomes a smooth paste, by adding a little cold water if the paste is too thick, also add... - 44.9808
GETTING READY
1) Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas mark 6.
2) Make shallow scores through the outer layer of skin and fat cross-hatching the entire surface on both sides of the shoulder of lamb.
3) In a bowl, combine dried camomile, thyme, rosemary,... - 44.8772
Use only leaves and tender stalks of the red spinach.
Scrape the bitter gourds, cut into two vertically, and then slice them thinly. Soak in salted water.
Cut the potatoes into large cubes. Skin and cube the brinjal.
Place 1/2 cup ghee in a large pan. Allow... - 44.3234
Wash, peel and slice the bitter gourds.
Rub the salt into the slices and set aside for about 2 hours.
Wash the bitter gourds under cold running water, rubbing them with your fingers to remove some of the seeds.
Wash at least twice and set aside.
Heat the oil... - 44.2378
Farfalle With Braised Bitter Greens is a recipe with overtone of Italian flavor and spiked with virgin olive oil and cheese. The next time when you invite friends and family for a cosy meal, try Farfalle With Braised Bitter Greens recipe. You would surely get... - 42.6777
GETTING READY
1) Preheat oven to temperature of 350 degrees.
2) Trim the meat and cut it into chops.
MAKING
3) In hot oil, brown the chops and put them in a casserole with vingear and 1 cup of water.
4) Cover the casserole and cook it for about 60... - 42.6214
MAKING
1. Take a medium heavy saucepan and combine salt, cocoa, and sugar. Add milk and whisk the mixture.
2. Add vanilla bean and blend it well.
3. Cook the mixture over medium heat until it starts boiling, and continue to whisk the mixture throughout the... - 41.2166
1. Heat the cream in a pan until almost boiling, drop in the lavender heads and leave to infuse for 10 mins. Pour through a sieve into a clean pan and return to a near boil. Whisk the eggs and honey in a bowl, whisk in half the cream, then pour back into the... - 39.692
MAKING
1) In a bowl, add beef and loosen up.
2) Add garlic, (reserve tips, if any), carrot, and pepper and mix gently.
3) Form 2 or 3 patties with the mix.
4) In a pan, heat butter, add patties and sear the first side for 2 to 3 minutes.
5) Brown, turn over... - 39.6306
Beat egg yolks till pale in color, add sugar, beat, then add flour & rind.
Beat egg whites well, pour in the egg yolks mixture, stir carefully.
Brush 9x14-inch baking pan with one tablespoon of butter, line with wax paper, and brush over with butter.
Pour the... - 38.6829
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the oil with the shallots and garlic over moderate heat.
When they sizzle, add the ham and saute just until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, stirring and scraping to deglaze the pan.
Then add the... - 38.3325
GETTING READY
1. Lightly toast about 1 cup almonds, and grind the remaining 1 cup almond till finely ground.
MAKING
2. In a bowl, add ground almonds, cocoa, orange peel, enough honey to make the mixture stiff.
3. Cover and chill the mixture in... - 37.6446
In a large skillet, bring 2" of water to a boil.
Add the asparagus and return to a boil.
Boil about 1 minute or just until the asparagus turns bright green.
Immediately drain and rinse with cold water to stop further cooking.
Chill in the refrigerator.
In a... - 37.3733
In a bowl set in a pan of hot water (or other double-boiler or bain-marie arrangement), beat the eggs, brown sugar, orange juice, and orange rind, preferably with a wire whisk; temperature of the mixture should be about 115°F. (45°C).
Remove the bowl from... - 36.6389
GETTING READY
1) Using a peeler, peel the rinds of the oranges
2) Cut the rinds into fine thin shreds
3) Blanch them in some boiling water and drain well
4) Squeeze the juice from the oranges into a bowl and keep aside
5) Once the duck is cooked and... - 36.206
MAKING
1) In a saucepan, place the fruit and cover with the water.
2) Heat to the boil, put the lid and cook over low heat for 15 minutes or until fruits are soft.
3) Mix in the sugar.
4) Take the pan off the heat and leave to cool.
5) Pass the mixture... - 35.9055
Scrape the bitter gourds, trim the ends and then cut them into two pieces vertically. Remove the seeds and fluff from the centre of each and cut into 1-inch pieces. Soak in salted water for 2 hours.
Whisk the curds in a bowl. Squeeze the water from the gourds... - 35.7078
Wash and scrape the bitter gourd, cut it into pieces and soak in salted water for 2 hours.
Grind the masala well and set aside.
Place 1/2 a cup of mustard oil in a vessel. Add the onions and cook over a medium flame till soft. Add the masala and mix... - 35.0299
Pavakka kichadi or bitter gourd kichadi is a healthy side dish prepared using bitter gourd and curd-coconut paste. It can be served during regular meals or during special occasions. - 34.5799
Scrape the bitter gourds and cut into two vertically and then slice each piece very thinly. Soak in salted water for 2 hours.
Heat 1/2 cup mustard oil, add the curry leaves and fry the onions and chillies well. When onions become soft and pink, add the bitter... - 33.9418
My son is not very fond of bitter gourd. I tried Bharlela-Karela recipe for him and it worked wonders for him and me.If you prepare it the way I have mentioned below, this dish will not taste very bitter for sure! - 33.7938
1. Prepare grill to high heat.
2. Combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add radicchio, fennel, endive, and grapes, toss gently to coat. Set aside.
3. Brush remaining 11/2 teaspoons oil over cut sides of figs. Place figs on... - 33.6087
Pavakka/ Bitter Gourd thoran is a very popular vegetable dish served as a side dish with rice. Bitter gourd is considered as a very good stomach cleanser and it is also a well-known appetite booster. Pavakka thoran is often included in the diabetic diet. The... - 33.4378
The chocolate pudding is a cooked and chilled pudding made with milk and bitter chocolate. Flavored with vanilla and mixed with flour the chocolate pudding is best served with whipped cream or even chocolate sauce. - 33.025
Set aside 6 mustard green leaves, each 6 to 7 inches long.
Finely chop remaining greens.
Support a steaming rack (or cake rack) about 3/4 inch above the bottom of a 10- to 12-inch frying pan.
Fill pan with 1/2 inch water.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Lay... - 32.4337
Chocolate and orange is a lifelong classic, but the ClemenGolds add even more aromatic flavours. Try to use the best chocolate you can find. These are great for when you have guests as you can make them the day before. - 32.0707
GETTING READY
1. Start by finely cutting or mincing the oragnes, using a sharp knife, also remove the pips
2. In a bowl, pour water, and soak the peel and pulp overnight. Along with the pips, remember to tie the pips in a piece of muslin
MAKING
3. Once the... - 31.9548
Steamed Bitter Greens is an irresistible mouth watering recipe which you would love to serve to your loved ones. Try this Steamed Bitter Greens dish; I bet you will have a huge fan following for this. - 31.6687
1. Melt the chocolate with the butter over hot water. Add the corn syrup and sugar and blend.
2. Add the milk and salt and cook, stirring, ten minutes - 30.4426
Collect all the cleaned and chopped vegetables in a tray.
Place a large flat bottomed pan on the stove. Clean and chop the spring onions till six inches above their roots. Add the oil and place over a medium flame. Add the curry leaves and cook the onions... - 30.1463
1. In a large bowl, whisk 1 tablespoon each of the balsamic and red wine vinegars with the Dijon mustard. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add the frisee, arugula, radicchio, dandelion greens and the chopped eggs, but... - 30.1323
Pour the vermouth, gin, raspberry syrup and lemon juice into a cocktail shaker with ice.
Shake well, then strain into a tall glass over ice cubes.
Add a little bitter lemon and stir.
Twist the lemon peel over the glass, then drop it in. - 29.0788
Melt chocolate over not water, oiena in sugar ana salt, ana graaually add the water, stirring constantly.
Place over low heat for 5 minutes; then gradually stir the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks.
Cool and stir in vanilla.
For hot or iced chocolate,... - 28.7535
In heavy saucepan or microwave, melt broken chocolate with half and half; set aside to cool.
In double boiler, over simmering water, beat egg yolks with hand mixer.
Gradually add sugar, beating on high until creamy.
Add Marsala, stirring to heat... - 28.541
1. Preheat the oven to 400°. In a bowl, blend the ricotta with 2 tablespoons of the honey and the orange and lemon zests.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the orange and lemon juices with the sugar and 1 tablespoon of the honey and bring to a boil. Simmer... - 27.8496
Combine chocolate and rum in top of a double boiler; bring water to a boil.
Reduce heat to low; cook until chocolate melts.
Remove from heat.
Add butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating at high speed of an electric mixer until blended.
Place mixture over cold... - 27.457
1. Wash the vaal dal twice and set aside.
2. Grind the dry coconut finely with the help of half a cup of water. Grate the fresh coconut and with 2 cups hot water put it in a mixer to obtain thick coconut milk. Strain and set aside. Throw away the squeezed... - 27.3067
Combine firsr 4 ingredients in a large bowl; toss gently.
Combine broth and next 6 ingredients in a bowl; stir well.
Pour over salad; toss gently. - 26.5779
1. In a medium frying pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and pancetta or bacon and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until onion is softened.
2. Add peas, water, and arugula. Increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring frequently, 3 to 4 minutes, until... - 25.9003
Pour the brandy and bitters into a glass filled with crushed ice.
Add a little soda and mix well.
Twist the lemon peel above the glass, then drop it in. - 25.2652
Bitter Chocolate Sauce is an amazingly delicious dessert recipe. Try this delicious Bitter Chocolate Sauce; I am sure you and your loved ones will always crave for more. - 23.2534
1. Melt chocolate in heavy pan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
2. Add raisins and cereal; stir to coat.
3. Drop by tablespoons onto cookie sheet covered with waxed paper. - 19.323
1. Peel the zest from 1 of the oranges and slice it into very thin strips. Using a serrated knife, peel all the oranges, removing all of the bitter white pith. Working over a bowl, cut in between the membranes to release the sections into the bowl. Squeeze... - 17.4027
Kadwe Val/Dalimbi Usal/Field Beans is very nutritious,provides protein and calcium.A very famous Maharashtrian dish Kadwe Valachi Usal.Specially for people who are fond of non-veg,and if you do not have any non-veg option at home,hit on the recipe below. - 0
Bitter gourds are very low in calories but dense with precious nutrients.You should always choose unripe bitter gourd that are firm.Ripe bitter gourd can be excessively bitter.This vegetable is very good for diabetic patients.I had a few bitter gourd in... - 0
The .40 caliber cocktail starts closing in on the end of our 12-set marathon recording we did last month (one left which will launch on Friday). Today we take a look at a cocktail that brings a few strange flavors together in their own coffee-esque style... - 0
We start the week with a homemade custom designed cocktail: Aphrodite's Affection. The concept behind this is simple: build a cocktail to highlight the nuances of Adam Elmegirab's Aphrodite Bitters keeping it "basic" in cocktail design. - 0
The Sword and the Harp, a cocktail for Saint Patrick's day with some symbolic representation and... Jameson. We have more Irish Whiskey with a number 9 on the alcohol scale. - 0