Alex Lau
When you cut up the leek, you may notice some sand on the slices. Just place the slices in a bowl of water so the sand falls to the bottom of the bowl. Check out step-by-step photo instructions here.
Silky Japanese eggplant and fiery serrano chile unite in this no-fuss frittata that’s brunch-ready, dinner-worthy, and wildly good.
Inspired by Korean pajeon, this shrimp-studded pancake features fresh snap peas as a spring-y addition.
Buttery scallops pair with a verdant spinach purée for a restaurant-worthy dish.
Roasted poblanos, jalapeños, and red onion are coated with a melty sauce—warm with the flavors of pepper jack, and stabilized with a block of cream cheese.
This riff on çılbır marries garlicky yogurt, fried eggs, and spiced butter with summer tomatoes.
Perfectly cooked eggs dive into a creamy, spiced, tomato-tinged sauce.
Elegant and simple to prep ahead, this classic brunch dish gets its savory backbone from sautéed leeks.
Store-bought dumplings, fresh tomatoes, butter, and soy sauce simmer away for dinner in a flash.