# chopped (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover chopped. Page: Feed: --- ## [Fixing ZFS Boot Unable to Find Pool in FreeBSD](https://www.otoh.org/post/2026/08/fixing-zfs-boot-unable-to-find-pool-in-freebsd/) _2026-08-01 · On The Other Hand_ Tonight I rebooted to change the RAID controller on my new system from RAID to JBOD mode. On boot, I was rudely met with: freebsd boot zfs can't find pool by guid The repair journey: Go for the easy thing first: switch boot disk. No luck. So, time to boot off install media. This system is a Dell T630 with a PERC card in it. The thing to know about these systems is that the mfi(4) driver detects… ## [Chicken wings](https://wendyness.blog/2026/07/27/chicken-wings/) _2026-07-27 · wendyness · Wendyness_ Roasting Bake on middle lower rack at 250° for 30 min to render fat. Then another 30-45 min on upper middle rack at 425°. Broil briefly for browning. Marinade – brush it on at second half of roasting ## [Elderflower syrup](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/holunder-syrup) _2026-06-10 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ Ingredients Fresh elderflower (Holunderblüte) 1 kg or 1 l water 1 kg sugar 1 lemon, sliced Preparation Collecting Find an elder tree in full bloom. Mid-June is usually the right time. They’re everywhere and they’re easy to spot. Collect 15-25 flowers, only getting a few cuttings per tree. Making the syrup Prepare the flowers , cutting off the stems as much as possible. Boil the water ,… ## [Simple Broiled Haddock](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/06/04/simple-broiled-haddock/) _2026-06-04 · Glen Creser- Larry's Catch · Breakfast Television_ Simple Broiled Haddock A quick and easy broiled haddock recipe with simple seasoning and bright lemon flavor. Time: 15 Servings: 4 Ingredients 2 pounds haddock fillets 1 lemon, cut into wedges 1 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp… Read the full article ## [The Simplest Crab Cakes](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/06/04/the-simplest-crab-cakes/) _2026-06-04 · Glen Creser- Larry's Catch · Breakfast Television_ The Simplest Crab Cakes Golden, crispy crab cakes made with simple ingredients, ready in minutes. Serve with fresh lemon for a coastal meal. Time: 25 min Servings: 2 Difficulty: Easy Ingredients 1 lb (450 g) cooked crab meat 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1 egg 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp Dijon mustard Salt and pepper, to taste… Read the full article ## [East Coast Coldwater Shrimp Rolls](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/06/04/east-coast-coldwater-shrimp-rolls/) _2026-06-04 · Glen Creser- Larry's Catch · Breakfast Television_ East Coast Coldwater Shrimp Rolls Classic East Coast shrimp rolls with tender coldwater shrimp, lemon, and herbs. Quick, nostalgic, and perfectly indulgent. Time: 10 min Servings: 2 Difficulty: Easy Ingredients 1 package Larry’s Catch coldwater shrimp 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp lemon juice 1 tbsp chopped celery 1 tbsp chopped chives… Read the full article ## [Grilled Kielbasa with Raspberry-Pickled Onions](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/05/25/grilled-kielbasa-with-raspberry-pickled-onions/) _2026-05-25 · Dan Clapson · Breakfast Television_ Raspberry-pickled onions INGREDIENTS 1 cup frozen raspberries 1 cup white vinegar 1 cup water 1 Tbsp honey 2-3 tsp salt 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced 3-4 allspice berries 1-2 dry bay leaves METHOD Place your thinly sliced red onion into a clean, heat-safe bowl (or jar). Tuck the allspice berries and bay leaves… Read the full article ## [Roasted Feta and Garden Vegetable Salad](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/05/25/roasted-feta-and-garden-vegetable-salad/) _2026-05-25 · Dan Clapson · Breakfast Television_ INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp feta brine 3 Tbsp canola oil 1 Tbsp honey 1 tsp fresh oregano leaves ½ tsp salt 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped into 1-inch pieces 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped into 1-inch pieces 1 small red onion, coarsely chopped 1 cup ½-inch peeled and cubed kohlrabi (approximately 1… Read the full article ## [Chicken fajitas](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/chicken-fajitas) _2026-05-06 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ Ingredients 2 chicken breasts, sliced lengthways into thin strips 1 red pepper, sliced into strips 1 medium red onion, sliced 1 tbsp smoked paprika 1 tsp ground cumin Juice of ½ lime Black pepper Extra virgin olive oil Salsa ½ fresh red chilli (or more), finely chopped 8 ripe cherry tomatoes, halved 30 g / 1 bunch coriander, chopped with stalks Juice of 1 lime 1 pinch salt Black pepper To serve… ## [Heroism, War Crimes and The Rule of Law](https://www.otoh.org/post/2026/04/heroism-war-crimes-and-the-rule-of-law/) _2026-04-26 · On The Other Hand_ I have recently seen a proliferation of posts online “supporting” Ben Roberts-Smith , an ex-SAS soldier who is currently awaiting trial for war crimes. The sudden and extreme fervour of support for him struck me as both incredibly surprising and likely manufactured. There seemed to be a particularly hard push around ANZAC day, in some hope perhaps that the general good will towards… ## [One OS for your AI workforce (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/5EUCtF7dqudb) _2026-04-26 · **Sponsored**_ Build, direct, and supervise an AI workforce from a single operating workspace. ## [EVs and Journalistic Malpractice](https://www.otoh.org/post/2026/04/evs-and-journalistic-malpractice/) _2026-04-20 · On The Other Hand_ I was incredibly disappointed to read Jason Om’s article about EVs , published on the ABC website. I wrote the following feedback to them and figured it might be useful to others. As a daily EV driver (including regular trips from Brisbane to Bundaberg), Om’s article is deeply misleading about life with an EV. It also seems to focus very heavily on painting a negative picture of EVs,… ## [Saucy Roast Beef and Pickle Party Sub](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/04/14/saucy-roast-beef-and-pickle-party-sub/) _2026-04-14 · Dan Clapson · Breakfast Television_ Chili Beef Sauce 1 Tbsp canola oil 500 g lean ground Canadian beef 1 yellow onion, finely minced 1 cup good-quality beef stock 1/4 cup tomato paste 2 Tbsp ketchup 2 Tbsp barbecue sauce 1 Tbsp yellow mustard 1 Tbsp honey 1 tsp Tabasco 1 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/4 tsp ground… Read the full article ## [Tater Tot Appetizer Cups](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/04/14/tater-tot-appetizer-cups/) _2026-04-14 · Dan Clapson · Breakfast Television_ This is a general recipe for making appetizer cups out of tater tots, fill them with what you want! I used the meat sauce from my roast beef and chili sauce hoagie! 48 frozen tater tots, thawed Celery salt, to season Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 12-slot muffin tin. Place 4 thawed… Read the full article ## [Blueberry Ginger Overnight Oats – Recipe for IBS](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/04/07/blueberry-ginger-overnight-oats-recipe-for-ibs/) _2026-04-07 · Jesse Lane Lee · Breakfast Television_ Why this recipe supports IBS Flax seeds provide soluble fibre, which helps support regular bowel movements and gut health Blueberries are rich in antioxidants and gentle fibre, making them easier to digest than many other fruits Ginger supports digestion and can help reduce bloating and nausea Oats are a great source of soluble fibre (beta-glucan),… Read the full article ## [LLMs and Cognitive Surrender](https://www.otoh.org/post/2026/04/llms-and-cognitive-surrender/) _2026-04-06 · On The Other Hand_ Just a reminder that LLMs (AI) are not to be trusted. I recently came across a friend posting an “AI summary” declaring that there are no speed limits for bikes in QLD. This is very much false and if you follow the “AI” you could end up with a very expensive fine . An LLM just generates text which statistically looks like it should fit together. This means that it’s… ## [Banana bread](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/banana-bread) _2026-03-27 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ My friend’s banana recipe. I have tasted it (read: ate the whole thing in a few hours), but I have not made it myself yet. Ingredients 4 ripe bananas 80 g sunflower oil 80 g sugar 250 g flour (e.g. 200 g spelt) 10 g baking powder A pinch of cinnamon Vanilla extract 100 g dark chocolate Preparation Banana bread is a staple, but its success depends on the ripeness of the fruit and the handling… ## [Cheap turpentine](https://blog.singleton.io/posts/2026-03-21-cheap-turpentine/) _2026-03-22 · flurries of latent creativity_ “When art critics get together they talk about form and structure and meaning. When artists get together, they talk about where you can buy cheap turpentine.” — attributed to Pablo Picasso ## [Quesadillas](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/quesadilla) _2026-03-20 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ This is not a recipe, but rather general directions for a very adaptable dish. It’s a nice everyday dish, and easy to make in a kitchen that’s not your own. Ingredients Tortillas (2 per person) Shredded cheese: 50% mozzarella, 50% cheddar (just cheddar for a grilled cheese) Salt Pepper A generous pinch of ground cumin A pinch of chili A pinch of paprika A pinch of coriander powder A… ## [Quesadillas](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/grilled-cheese) _2026-03-20 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ This is not a recipe, but rather general directions for a very adaptable dish. It’s a nice everyday dish, and easy to make in a kitchen that’s not your own. Ingredients Tortillas (2 per person) Shredded cheese: 50% mozzarella, 50% cheddar Salt Pepper A generous pinch of ground cumin A pinch of chili A pinch of paprika A small pinch of garlic powder A combination of any of these… ## [Community is a product decision](https://blog.singleton.io/posts/2026-03-17-community-is-a-product-decision/) _2026-03-17 · flurries of latent creativity_ I’ve learned over the years that shipping fast compounds exponentially only if you’re also learning fast. Otherwise, you’re just pushing volume (and many mistakes) into production, celebrating the wrong kind of momentum. ## [Try Before You Buy, Risk-Free (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/glMDrtOwsMZ7) _2026-03-17 · **Sponsored**_ Free trial hosting plus refunds processed in 12-24 hours, guaranteed. ## [Thai Tacos](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/02/24/thai-tacos/) _2026-02-24 · Julie Daniluk · Breakfast Television_ Thai Tacos Appears as Thai Lettuce Cups from Meals that Heal Inflammation (Serves 4) 3 tbsp avocado oil 1 large red onion, chopped 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh ginger, about a thick 2 inch piece 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 lb ground chicken 3 tbsp coconut sauce, soy sauce substitution 2 tbsp honey or coconut… Read the full article ## [Dreamer – why we built it!](https://blog.singleton.io/posts/2026-02-17-introducing-dreamer/) _2026-02-17 · flurries of latent creativity_ Dreamer is the name of the platform and company I started with Hugo, Nicholas and others a little over a year ago. The company was lovingly christened /dev/agents in homage to Stripe while we contemplated our real name. ## [Braised Lamb Sliders with Preserved Lemon & Niçoise Olives](https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/2026/02/05/braised-lamb-sliders-with-preserved-lemon-nicoise-olives/) _2026-02-05 · Jason Skrobar · Breakfast Television_ Makes 8–10 sandwiches Lamb 2½ lb (1.1 kg) boneless lamb shoulder Kosher salt ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 yellow onions, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 3–4 cloves garlic 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp smoked paprika 1½ cups passata ½ cup runny honey 2 cups chicken stock Peel of half an orange 3 sprigs each… Read the full article ## [Stuffed Lobster, Without Wheat or Lactose](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/stuffed-lobster-keto/) _2026-01-25 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients Seafood: 2 Whole lobsters or lobster tails 12 Prawns, peeled and deveined 500 g Crab meat Marinade: 65 ml olive oil 3 Garlic cloves 3 Fresh basil leaves Small bunch of fresh parsley, chopped – Half for marinade, half for garnish Salt Stuffing: 150 g Almond meal 5ml Soy sauce Zest from 1 lemon 5 g Parsley 1 Green onion, whites 2 Clove garlic, crushed Pepper 5 ml Paprika 1 Egg, beaten 10… ## [Baba Ganoush](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/baba-ganoush/) _2025-12-13 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients 2 large eggplants or small globe eggplants 100 g tahini paste 1 lemon, rind and juice 1 garlic clove, minced 20 ml plain Greek yogurt, optional salt and pepper 1 teaspoon sumac 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes, optional Extra virgin olive oil Toasted pine nuts for garnish, optional Method First, smoke or grill the eggplant. Turn one gas burner on medium-high. Place the… ## [Risoni Greek Salad](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/risoni-greek-salad/) _2025-12-06 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients 250 g Risoni (orzo) 250 g Feta cheese 1 Capsicum 4 Cloves garlic 1 Cucumber 10 Kalamata olives 50 g pine nuts 2 green onions 50 ml olive oil Rosemary Thyme Parsley Juice of 1 lemon Salt Pepper Method Boil 750 ml of water and then drop the risoni (250 g) in it to cook. Packet directions usually say about 10 minutes. Dice the cucumber, capsicum and garlic. Thinly slice the green onions,… ## [Aloo gobi](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/aloo-gobi) _2025-11-27 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ Ingredients 150ml oil 2 medium onions, finely chopped 2 tbsp minced ginger 12 cloves garlic, minced 4 green chillies (or an extra 2 tsp chili powder) 3 tsp salt (or to taste) 1 tsp red chilli powder 1 tsp turmeric 4 tsp cumin seeds 4 tsp coriander powder 1 large head cauliflower (700g or so), cut into small florets 400g potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 can tomatoes (400g) Fresh coriander for garnish… ## [Lamb kheema](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/lamb-kheema) _2025-11-01 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ Ingredients 3–4 Tbsp vegetable oil 2 medium onions, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 inch ginger, grated 500g minced lamb (or lamb and beef) 1 large tomato, chopped 1½ tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1 Tbsp curry powder 1 tsp masala spice 1 tsp cinnamon 2 Tbsp butter Chopped parsley ½ green chili (save the other half for serving) Pitas, for serving Instructions Heat oil in a pan and brown the onions on low… ## [Fruit Bread](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/fruit-bread/) _2025-11-01 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients 7g (1 sachet) instant yeast 300 ml milk, warmed 45g brown sugar 450g plain flour 10 ml mixed spice 170g currents or raisins 50g mixed peel or other dried fruit Method Use a fork to whisk together the yeast, 60ml of the milk and 10 ml of the sugar in a small bowl. Cover and set aside for 10 minutes or until frothy. Whisk together flour, mixed spice, remaining sugar and a pinch of salt… ## [Beef stew](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/stew) _2025-10-31 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ Ingredients Olive oil 500g beef chuck stew meat, 1″ cubes 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 carrot, peeled and sliced 1 stalk celery, chopped Salt Black pepper 3 cloves garlic, chopped 6 Tbsp tomato paste 750 ml low‑sodium beef broth 150 ml red wine 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp fish sauce 1-2 thyme sprigs 1 bay leaf 250g baby potatoes, halved 200ml frozen peas Fresh parsley, for serving Instructions Heat… ## [Home Internet From Space (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/F0EvvPa1dsJS) _2025-10-31 · **Sponsored**_ Residential satellite internet that brings connectivity to homes beyond conventional networks ## [Bacon](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/bacon/) _2025-10-26 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients 1.5 kg pork belly, skin removed 50 g brown sugar 90 g honey 90 g maple syrup 70 g salt 2 g fresh ground pepper Method Curing: Rinse the pork belly and pat dry In a mixing bowl, mix your sugar, honey, and maple syrup. Once that’s blended, mix in your salt and pepper. Place the pork in a large sealable bag and start rubbing in your mixture on the top, bottom, and sides of the… ## [Gochujang pasta](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/gochujang-pasta) _2025-10-16 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ This is a blend of a few different recipes that use gochujang in pasta sauce. It’s closest to the Mob Kitchen variant . My friend makes a different version that leaves out the sausage and uses silken tofu instead of cream. This recipe is a work in progress, but it’s really hard to mess it up. Ingredients 1 shallot or 1/2 small onion 3 cloves garlic 200g salciccia 100ml vodka (optional)… ## [Greek Yoghurt Pancakes](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/greek-yoghurt-pancakes/) _2025-07-20 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients 250 g self-raising flour 85 g caster sugar 4 eggs 5 ml salt 2.5 ml bi-carb soda 7.5 ml baking powder 500 g Greek yoghurt 100 ml water 150 g butter, melted Rind of 1 lemon 125 g blueberries Method Preparing the batter: Combine the flour, baking powder, bi-carb soda and salt in a mixing bowl. Pour in the rest of the ingredients. Mix thoroughly. Cooking: Heat a large pan to high heat. Put… ## [Switching SMA Solar Inverter Owners](https://www.otoh.org/post/2025/07/switching-sma-solar-inverter-owners/) _2025-07-16 · On The Other Hand_ I recently purchased a house which came with two SMA inverters. After some poking around, I logged into the Sunnyportal site and setup a new system. Upon attempting to add the inverters, it failed to find them and showed an error suggesting that the inverters may still be attached to someone else’s account. The help portal is my.sma-service.com and various pieces of paperwork to prove… ## [Coding agents have crossed a chasm](https://blog.singleton.io/posts/2025-06-14-coding-agents-cross-a-chasm/) _2025-06-14 · flurries of latent creativity_ Coding agents have crossed a chasm Somewhere in the last few months, something fundamental shifted for me with autonomous AI coding agents. They’ve gone from a “hey this is pretty neat” curiosity to something I genuinely can’t imagine working without. ## [Palak Paneer](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/palak-paneer/) _2025-06-05 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients Paneer: 2 L milk juice of 2 lemons or ~50 ml white vinegar Oil for frying Palak: 50 g butter 50 ml olive oil 3 large red onions, finely diced 1 head garlic, minced 5 cm ginger, grated 4 small tomatoes, cut into cubes 1 stick cinnamon 2 tsp turmeric 3 tsp garam masala 3 tsp paprika 3 tsp cardamom pods, crushed 3 tsp coriander seeds, crushed 2 tsp salt 10 fresh curry leaves 6 bunches of… ## [2025 Federal Voting Guide - Part 2](https://www.otoh.org/post/2025/04/2025-federal-voting-guide-part-2/) _2025-04-26 · On The Other Hand_ Overview and Research Please refer to 2022 Guide for details on parties which I have previously covered and 2025 part 1 for my discussion of the Vote Compass positions. Each party is rated as follows: Green (✅): The platform is generally favorable. Yellow (⚠️): No show stoppers, but a mixed platform. Red (❌): Ethically untenable. The party platform has show stoppers.… ## [2025 Federal Voting Guide - Part 1](https://www.otoh.org/post/2025/04/2025-federal-voting-guide-part-1/) _2025-04-06 · On The Other Hand_ So, the 2025 federal election has finally been called. This will be a work in progress as more information becomes available and I have time to update it. Enrolment has closed, but I’ll leave the links up for the future: Enrol if you haven’t already Update your enrolment if you’ve moved since the last election. Check your enrolment just to be sure. Support democracy by working… ## [Not So Patriotic Patriots](https://www.otoh.org/post/2025/04/not-so-patriotic-patriots/) _2025-04-04 · On The Other Hand_ Looking up who was available to vote for this election, I came across what looked like a new party: Trumpet of Patriots. The first thing to notice is that it’s a Clive Palmer party. Seems every election he’s got a new party to forward his noxious ideas, this time because the high court wouldn’t let him re-register his previous party. Nothing to see here. A few things jumped out… ## [Contributing to OpenStreetMap](https://www.otoh.org/post/2025/03/contributing-to-openstreetmap/) _2025-03-24 · On The Other Hand_ Wikipedia is, of course, well known as a place to contribute to the global knowledge base. Lesser known, but just as useful, is OpenStreetMap . Editing is easy for both the technically and non-technically inclined and it’s nice to have a world where Google, Apple, et al aren’t the only games in town for street cartography. I needed a couple of hours of down time doing something useful… ## [Pork Rice](https://wendyness.blog/2025/03/14/pork-rice/) _2025-03-15 · wendyness · Wendyness_ 2 cups hot water¼ ounce dried shiitake mushrooms, rinsed2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided2 garlic cloves, minced½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger1 pound ground porkPinch table salt2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine2 cups chicken broth1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon dark soy sauce1 tablespoon packed brown sugar¼ teaspoon five-spice powder½ cup fried shallots4 cups cooked white rice Combine 2 cups \[…\] ## [Resisting the Coup](https://www.otoh.org/post/2025/02/resisting-the-coup/) _2025-02-25 · On The Other Hand_ For anyone who might not have noticed, there’s a coup in progress in the USA right now. As we saw recently with Yoon’s attempted coup in South Korea , the public resisting can be hugely influential in the success or failure of a coup. Right now, Trump and Musk seem to be betting on the public being too overwhelmed by the flood of changes they’re undertaking or not understanding… ## [Creamy zucchini pasta](https://nicolasbouliane.com/recipes/zucchini-pasta) _2025-02-21 · contact@nicolasbouliane.com (Nicolas Bouliane) · Nicolas Bouliane's recipes_ This is one of my favourite weekday recipes. It’s simple, it’s quick, it’s vegetarian-ish and it’s just amazing. Everyone loves it. Ingredients 250g pasta of your choice 1 zucchini, diced 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, finely diced 2-3 cloves garlic 1-2 tablespoons chicken (or vegetable) broth powder 300 ml cream 2-3 tablespoons parmesan A few swigs of dry white… ## [Chicken Tofu Lettuce Cups](https://wendyness.blog/2025/01/29/chicken-tofu-lettuce-cups/) _2025-01-30 · wendyness · Wendyness_ Ingredients2 tablespoons oil1/2 onion (finely chopped)2 cloves garlic (minced)1/2 pound ground chicken1/2 block pressed, diced up tofu2 teaspoons soy sauce2 teaspoons dark soy sauce1 tablespoon hoisin sauce1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine1 teaspoon sesame oil1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar1/2 cup water (mixed with 1.5-2 Tbsp cornstarch)1 head bibb lettuce or romaineChopped scallions and cilantro (to… ## [Electric Cars](https://www.otoh.org/post/2025/01/electric-cars/) _2025-01-05 · On The Other Hand_ I recently decided it was time to purchase a new car and, having tasted the hybrid and electric lifestyles previously, decided that it was purely electric only this time. My requirements: Decent range, at least 400 km Decent amount of space for SCUBA or climbing gear in the back. In both seats up and seats down configurations. Comfortable to drive. Comfortable to be a passenger in. Over 1,000 kg… ## [Browsers and Plugins](https://www.otoh.org/post/2024/12/browsers-and-plugins/) _2024-12-20 · On The Other Hand_ The Internet is currently overwhelmingly centralised around ad companies collecting personally identifiable information (PII) in order to sell ads. They collect much more than they need and the whole thing (including ads) can often slow the user experience down quite a bit. So, what to do about it? While Firefox has recently taken a turn towards supporting the ad industry after many years of an… ## [Fruit Pilaf](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/fruit-pilaf/) _2024-10-31 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients 100 g butter 400 g red rice 500 ml chicken stock 1 large red onion, diced 20 ml garam masala 5 star anise 10 cardamom pods, crushed 400 g mixed dried fruit (mango, currents, dates, blueberries) Garnish: 100 g flaked almonds 20 ml oil 20 ml cinnamon 5 ml salt 10 mint leaves, chopped Equipment: Instant pot Method Rice: Set the instant pot to saute Melt the butter Add the onions and sauté… ## [Frittata for Two](https://wendyness.blog/2024/08/25/frittata-for-two/) _2024-08-26 · wendyness · Wendyness_ 4 large eggs2 tablespoons milkSalt and pepper1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oilVeggies or meat for frittata filling1/2 cup cottage cheese, goat cheese, or gruyere1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk eggs, milk, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in bowl until well combined. Heat oil in \[…\] ## [Rum Cake](https://www.otoh.org/recipes/rum-cake/) _2024-08-25 · On The Other Hand_ Ingredients Cake: 0.5 tsp baking powder 0.5 tsp baking soda 2 g grated nutmeg 425 g flour 5 g salt 10 g powdered ginger 400 g sugar 225 g butter, soft 200 ml coconut milk 3 whole eggs 3 egg yolks 15 ml vanilla extract 15 g + 25 g candied ginger, finely chopped Syrup: 200 ml coconut milk 125 ml dark rum 75 g sugar Glaze: (optional) 50 g coconut flakes 90 g brown sugar 60 g butter 90 ml heavy cream…