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Recipes

Murgh ka Salan, or chicken curry, is a simple dish to make that can easily be saved for tomorrow’s lunch. (Photo by Yusuf Husain)

Dorm Chicken Curry to Die For

Cook a meal at home and make your parents proud.
Yusuf Husain, Contributing Writer October 28, 2019

To Hyderabadi Indians like myself, few things hit home better than Murgh ka Salan, or “Chicken Curry” to those not fluent in Urdu. It’s a common dish that you find both in...

Three bowls of homemade "Korean party noodles" are ready to be eaten. This traditional Korean dish, Janchi guksu, is typically served at celebratory events such as weddings and birthdays. (Photo by Ju Hee Shin)

Party on With Homemade Janchi Guksu

Homemade janchi guksu brings a traditional taste of Korea to New York City.
Ju Hee Shin, Contributing Writer October 3, 2019

Despite it only being the fourth week of the semester, I’ve found myself feeling plenty deprived of homemade Korean food. Taking matters into my own hands, I decided to invite...

Here are the ingredients needed for this tasty baguette dip. (Photo by Jackson Kao)

A Simple, Sophisticated Hors D’Oeuvre

Ditch the chips and salsa for a baguette and fancy dip.
Jackson Kao, Contributing Writer October 1, 2019

In the last precious days of this summer, I headed to my local beach on a sunny afternoon with my mom and sister. Though it was numbingly cold at first, we were soon swimming comfortably...

An NYU student displays home-made ramen. All the items displayed were procured from Sidestein. (Staff Photo by Chelsea Li)

Elevate Your Instant Ramen With These Sidestein Ingredients

Don’t try this at home, unless you really have to.
Yusuf Husain, Contributing Writer September 30, 2019

Let’s be honest, Sidestein Market is no Whole Foods. Its limited selection of frozen microwavable meals and bottled soda doesn’t exactly scream gourmet. But say there isn’t...

Freshly baked basalmic-and-honey-glazed brussels sprouts emerge from the oven. Staff writer Celina Khorma shares this delicious and nostalgic childhood recipe. (Photo by Manasa Gudavalli)

Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts You Can Make in Your Dorm

Eating your greens never sounded so tempting.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer September 26, 2019

Thinking back to my childhood, Brussels sprouts were the bane of my existence come dinnertime. Now, I don’t even know that girl because a craving for these greens hits on an...

Learn to make spaghetti the way that abstract impressionist Jackson Pollock used to have it with this quick recipe. (via pixabay)

Experience Spaghetti Like Jackson Pollock

While living in New York City, why not eat like a legendary New Yorker of the past?
Calais Watkins, Dining Editor September 9, 2019

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to walk in the shoes of a famous artist? Well, after trying out the following recipe, you’ll essentially become Jackson Pollock reincarnate. If...

Healthy homemade flatbread pizza made with leftover vegetables. (Photo by Isla Na)

Your Leftovers Won’t Go to Waste With This Flatbread Pizza Recipe

Have leftover vegetables from last night’s salad, or ingredients that are about to go bad in your fridge? With this flatbread recipe, you won’t have to let them go to waste.
Isla Na, Staff Writer April 23, 2019

Pizza is a staple for students who crave a midday or midnight snack. NYU is surrounded by great pizza establishments, some even open until 4 a.m., like Joe’s. However, in New...

Neatly pleated dumpings handmade by Elaine. Elaine's family gathers every new year to make these traditional dumplings. (Photo by Elaine Chen)

Move Over Vanessa’s, This Dorm Dumpling Recipe Is Here to Take Your Place

Enjoy some delicious homemade dumplings with this family recipe. Warning: Not for beginners.
Elaine Chen, Staff Writer April 9, 2019

Savory chicken, tender pork or wholesome vegetables — essentially any food that you can think of — can be wrapped in a fluffy dough blanket and become a delicious dumpling....

The ingredients needed for this special recipe of pumpkin peanut butter muffins. (Photo by Celina Khorma)

Start off Your Morning With These Fabulous Flourless Muffins

Banana? Peanut butter? Pumpkin? Nutrition? These muffins have it all.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer March 27, 2019

When that sweet tooth kicks in, it doesn’t always need to be accompanied by a guilt trip. These flourless pumpkin banana peanut butter muffins, great for an on-the-go breakfast...

Aloo Gobi, Chicken Tikka Masala, chutney and rice on a plate. (Photo by Andrew Ankersen)

How to Cook an Easy Indian Spread

Perfect for small, inconvenient and dated dorm kitchens.
Andrew Ankersen, Contributing Writer November 15, 2018

A quick disclaimer before we get to cooking: these recipes originally come from Mrs. Balbeer, my lovely Indian cooking teacher from my years living in Thailand. So credit where...