Community Magazine July 2014

Chef Elliot, I saw your recipe for Miso Glazed Cod which looks delicious. However, I cannot use sake. Is there a non-alcoholic substitute that I can use? Thank you, Sarah F. Hi Sarah! When making a substitution for wine (like sake), it's helpful to think about the purpose it serves in the recipe. Does the wine add acidity, sweetness, depth, brightness? Is it used to provide moisture, tenderize meat, or deglaze a pan? Knowing this can help you decide on a good substitute. Some options for red wine are beef stock, grape or cranberry juice with an added tbsp (per cup) of cider vinegar for sweetness and acidity. For white wine (like sake), try chicken stock, white grape or apple juice, with the same ratio of cider vinegar above. Bon Appétit! Ask Chef: the Need help in the kitchen? Looking for new cooking tips? Chef Elliot is available to answer all your culinary questions. Just send your requests to: ChefElliot@communitym.com TAMMUZ 5774 JULY 2014 101 Arugula Salad with Figs & Pomegranate Ingredients: • 2 boxes of baby arugula • 1/2 bunch basil, chopped • 3/4 cup pomegranate seeds • 1 box of fresh or dried figs, sliced Dressing: • 1/3 cup olive oil • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar • 1 heaping tablespoon honey • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard • Salt & pepper Directions: 1.Toss together salad ingredients. 2. Blend dressing ingredients in blender. 3. Dress salad to desired taste.