Fasolia (Green Beans & Carrots) from Enat
Posted by Danielle Bussone on Feb 23, 2013 in Alexandria, VA, Ethiopian, I-395 | 0 comments
Abbe, the owner and manager of ENAT, has kindly contributed his recipe of Fasolia, Ethiopian Green Beans and Carrots. This is the mildest dish you can find in Ethiopia. It is made from ingredients which are widely available at your local grocery stores.
4709 Chambliss St
Alexandria VA 22312
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Fasolia, Ethiopian Green Beans and Carrots
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Enat Ethiopian Restaurant, Alexandria, VA
Posted by Danielle Bussone on Feb 23, 2013 in Alexandria, VA, Ethiopian, I-395 | 0 comments
We knew Enat Ethiopian Restaurant in Alexandria, VA, promised to be an excellent and authentic Ethiopian restaurant when we walked in and did not see another white face in the crowded room other than our own. Enat didn’t disappoint. The room has the ambiance of a family sports bar. A wide screen TV is fitted against a large wall; a soccer game was on when we first visited. Families were situated around the tables with linen tablecloths covered with glass and many eyes were glued to the screen. As you walk in you will see a large granite bar with a young bartender expertly mixing drinks. Well behaved children shared bites of Wat with injera on a communal plate with the rest of their family. Relaxation and comfort is the name of the game here. You see businessmen in suits and others in shorts, t-shirts, jeans and sneakers.
Abiye Bisrat is the owner. He’s an affable man with an ingratiating charm who immediately made us feel welcome. The name Enat means “mama” in Amharic, the official language of Ethiopia. This is exactly how we were made to feel, as if we were eating Mama’s cooking in the family dining room. (more…)
Sahib Fine Indian Cuisine, Johnson City, TN
Posted by Danielle Bussone on Feb 17, 2013 in I-26, Indian, Johnson City, TN | 0 comments
Sahib is an authentic Indian restaurant located right off of Interstate 26 in Johnson City at the Roan Street Exit, Exit 20 if you are heading south, exit 20A if heading north. It is a little tricky to get to. From Roan Street take a right onto Brown’s Mills Road.. It is located behind the Days Inn, facing the interstate.
The food is very good. Vik Vantrana and Chef Gurvinder Singh co-own Sahib. Chef Singh runs the kitchen while his wife, Ekta, and Vik’s cousin, Barry Nirola, manage the dining area. Vik is the general manager overseeing the entirety of the business. While the building is not the newest on the block and is beginning to show its age, the food is marvelous and the service is friendly and accommodating. Barry and our favorite waiter, Daniel, will take good care of you. (more…)
Palak Aloo (Potatoes & Spinach) Video from Sahib’s Restaurant
Posted by Danielle Bussone on Feb 17, 2013 in I-26, Indian, Johnson City, TN | 0 comments
Vik Vatrana and his former partner, Chef Guvinder Singh, of Sahib’s Indian restaurant in Johnson City, TN, generously contributed this recipe for North Indian Palak Aloo, North Indian Spinach and Potatoes.
Before cooking this recipe, be sure to read the ingredient list carefully and have everything within reach so you won’t be scrambling for ingredients in the middle of the process. This is a very quick dish to make. Don’t be overwhelmed by the number of ingredients. You are using many of the same ingredients in the sauces and the main dish. This is very easy to prepare. You’ll be an expert in no time! (more…)
Roti from Sahib Fine Indian Cuisine
Posted by Danielle Bussone on Feb 16, 2013 in I-26, Indian, Johnson City, TN | 0 comments
Here is a great short video on making Roti from Sahib Restaurant in Johnson City TN.
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