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SUMMER DEGUSTATION Just because we’re not in the mood to fire up the oven in the heat doesn’t mean there are summer recipes we still want to make ourselves—we can help. These are the summer recipes to keep in your back pocket—all season long. compiled by ROCHELLE BILOW of bon appetit
VIETNAMESE TURMERIC FISH SUMMER ROLLS This particular recipe is a homage to Hanoi’s classic Cha Cá Lã Vong, a dish of fried fish seasoned with turmeric, shrimp paste, and dill that’s served over vermicelli with lots of herbs and nuoc cham, a staple fish sauce dressing. This simplified version is married with the summer roll for a quick and refreshing nod to an otherwise perfect traditional recipe.
GRILLED SHRIMP WITH PALAPA An insanely flavorful condiment of palapa is made from toasted fresh coconuts and tons of aromatics—nothing can be done than topping it for any grilled protein—in this case, shrimps.
GRILLED CRISPY-SKINNED SALMON Adding an entire lemon—skin, pith, and flesh— to the sauce provides it with brightness and texture. That balance makes it a super versatile condiment that pairs well with grilled or roasted vegetables and is great as a topping for stews and braises come winter. And remember: You absolutely want to cook fish that still has its skin on.
KOREAN-STYLE HASSLEBACK SHORT RIBS Crispy bits. Charred edges. Burnt ends. They’re inarguably the best part of any piece of grilled meat and inevitably the ones in shortest supply. That’s the sheer brilliance of the boneless short rib. You can simply grill the scored short ribs on a standard grill grate without fear of losing meat to the fire below.
ULTIMATE BLT Two sweet-salty finishings let guests craft their own signature sandwiches, but if you’re a purist, leave them off and let the (excellent) bacon speak for itself.
BROTHY SEAFOOD CHOWDER The homemade stock makes all the difference in this flavorful, savory, perfectly smooth chowder. Look for a trusted seafood monger who filets and debones the fish themselves. They usually will have plenty of fishbones left over.
SOUR CHERRY PIE Adding almond flour to the pastry dough makes for a super- tender, toasty-looking crust.
DOUBLE RL RANCH BURGER Ralph Lauren’s signature burger. At his New York City restaurant, they use a mix of chuck, brisket, and short rib. If you have an awesome butcher, ask him or her to give you a blend, but you’ll get great results with chuck alone.
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