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This recipe can be doubled easily. Use a larger steamer, about ten inches in diameter, to cook all four portions at once in the same basket.

The baby artichokes are cooked in advance, so they only need to be grilled for a short time.

If you cannot find fenugreek seed, this curry is equally satisfying when ground fenugreek is substituted; add with the other ground spices.

If baby beets are not available, use large beets cut into 1-inch chunks.

These make a wonderful addition to any summer salad or antipasto. They can also be served as a side dish for roasted or grilled lamb.

Be careful when transferring the fish from the baking dish to the plate—flounder is a fragile fish that falls apart easily.

Fried fish is the traditional filling of Baja tacos. They are simply garnished with shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, and sour cream.

You can use other types of firm, white-fleshed fish, or even shrimp or chicken.

This versatile dish is equally delicious served piping hot or at room temperature.