Inspired by the Central Asian non—a tandoor-fired bread with a dimpled center and golden edge—these rounds trade wheat and fat for something softer. Mashed sweet potato brings warmth and structure, while cassava binds without weight.…
Karavai is a ceremonial bread—braided, crowned, and offered at weddings and blessings throughout Slavic cultures. The traditional version is rich with wheat, egg, and ornate detailing. This reimagining softens the symbolism into something more elemental.…
Cozonac is a Romanian celebration bread—tender, spiraled, and rich with butter, egg, and sugar. It’s kneaded with care, filled with fruit or nuts, and sliced with reverence. But this version offers its sweetness in a…
Inspired by: Fried garlic bread Base: Mashed potato + cassava, seasoned with paprika and garlic Bake or dry-pan toast (not fried) Top with: Veg mash, tomato, or compliant “sour” cream (zucchini–lemon purée)
Inspired by: Romanian stuffed pastries Dough: Cassava + squash Fillings: Herbed sweet potato or sautéed mushrooms Fold and bake until sealed and golden
Base: Cassava + potato with garlic and sea salt Form into: Puffy, baked rounds Serve with: Roasted veg or compliant “cream” dip (zucchini-based)
Inspired by: Slovak/Czech potato flatbread Base: Mashed potato + cassava Rolled thin, pan-cooked until pliable Fold around: Garlic-sautéed greens or sweet fruit mash (PM)
Base: Mashed white potato + parsley + optional chopped dulse Form into: Round biscuits, bake until golden Use as: Savory snack or side
Base: Mashed kabocha squash + cassava + lemon Bake into: Round rustic loaves or tearable chunks Perfect for: Dipping into tomato-veg stew
Inspired by: Russian blini Base: Blended zucchini + cassava + filtered water Cooked as thin, flexible pancakes Fill with: Fruit mash (PM), herbed sweet potato, or wild greens
