Cooking with
Darren Klugman

Hi, I’m Darren!  My biggest passion is exploring and experimenting with new recipes and now I want to share the journey with people around the world. Each week, I post at least one new recipe or tip on this blog that I hope you will enjoy.

Latest home Recipes.

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon made by Darren Klugman

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon (Gluten-Free)

This honey garlic glazed salmon is sweet, savory, and incredibly easy to prepare. Naturally gluten-free, this dish is perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or an elegant dinner.

Vegan BBQ jackfruit sandwich make by Darren Klugman

Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches

This slow-cooked BBQ jackfruit is smoky, tender, and packed with sweet and tangy flavors. A perfect vegan alternative for BBQ lovers, it’s easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy!

Smoked Turkey and Jalapeño Knish

This Texas-inspired kosher knish combines the smoky richness of slow-smoked turkey, the creaminess of mashed potatoes, and the spicy kick of jalapeños inside a flaky, golden-brown pastry. It’s the perfect fusion of Jewish comfort food and Texas BBQ flavors!

Kosher Beef Fajitas Recipe

These kosher Tex-Mex beef fajitas feature juicy, marinated skirt steak (or chicken alternative) seared to perfection, served with sizzling bell peppers and onions, and wrapped in warm kosher tortillas. Packed with bold smoky flavors, it’s a Tex-Mex favorite adapted for a kosher-friendly meal.

Featured Meat Recipes

Smoked Turkey and Jalapeño Knish

This Texas-inspired kosher knish combines the smoky richness of slow-smoked turkey, the creaminess of mashed potatoes, and the spicy kick of jalapeños inside a flaky, golden-brown pastry. It’s the perfect fusion of Jewish comfort food and Texas BBQ flavors!

Kosher Beef Fajitas Recipe

These kosher Tex-Mex beef fajitas feature juicy, marinated skirt steak (or chicken alternative) seared to perfection, served with sizzling bell peppers and onions, and wrapped in warm kosher tortillas. Packed with bold smoky flavors, it’s a Tex-Mex favorite adapted for a kosher-friendly meal.

Featured Gluten-Free Recipes

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon made by Darren Klugman

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon (Gluten-Free)

This honey garlic glazed salmon is sweet, savory, and incredibly easy to prepare. Naturally gluten-free, this dish is perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or an elegant dinner.

Blueberry pastry based on flax flour

These delicious blueberry pastries are made with nutrient-rich flax flour, giving them a soft texture and a subtle nutty flavor. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a healthy snack, they’re gluten-free and packed with antioxidants from the blueberries.

Featured Vegan Recipes

Vegan BBQ jackfruit sandwich make by Darren Klugman

Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches

This slow-cooked BBQ jackfruit is smoky, tender, and packed with sweet and tangy flavors. A perfect vegan alternative for BBQ lovers, it’s easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy!

Smoked Corn Salad

A flavorful and smoky dish featuring fresh corn smoked to perfection, then combined with a zesty lime and honey dressing. The salad is finished with a sprinkle of lime zest, making it a refreshing and vibrant addition to any meal.

My top picks for you to try

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon made by Darren Klugman

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon (Gluten-Free)

This honey garlic glazed salmon is sweet, savory, and incredibly easy to prepare. Naturally gluten-free, this dish is perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or an elegant dinner.

Smoked Kosher Texas Brisket Recipe

This classic Texas BBQ brisket is slow-smoked over post oak wood, creating a deep smoky flavor with a flavorful bark (crust) and tender, juicy meat inside. Kosher-friendly and packed with rich, beefy goodness, it’s the ultimate centerpiece for a BBQ feast.

Texas Roadhouse Chili

Having spent a lot of my childhood growing up in Texas, spice and classic Texas chili are some of my favorites. There is nothing better than a bowl of hot Texas chili on a cold winter day while watching great football games and spending time with family and friends.

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