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Weve spent two seasons ofQueer Eyecelebrating and scrutinizing the culinary capabilities of food and wine expert Antoni Porowski.

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21) Peanuts Masala (Season 2, Episode 4)

Or, If Nuts Were Extra.

Pair it with a protein and/or a grain and call it a day.

The crushed chips are cute, though.

We wont test this theory out, but you should!

Are we dealing with a Bronsted-Lowry acid here?

Well settle for any qualifier, really, but its chilling that Antoni has something to hide.

Jonathan likes it (sans coriander), so we suppose its good!

into a Crock-Pot and let it sit for eight hours.

Calling panko Japanese breadcrumbs?

But were sure this was going to be delicious.

We believe Antoni has pastadown!

Just double-check to wash the sand out of your leeks, folks!

Antonis smart ideas for seasoning (Parmesan, basil, pepper, etc.)

go a long way.

Seems flavorful and yum, and most importantly, Ted really nails it!

Still, its a lovely party snack and a good example of Antonis taste meeting the episodes hero halfway.

As fans of tahdig ourselves, were happy this traditional Persian dish gets this kind of exposure.

Its the most awesomest thing in the world!

exclaims Antoni, and we agree!

He spends the episode largely absent, seemingly pontificating elsewhere on how to deliver the raw goods.

Were impressed and very much craving this!

The presentation is also A-plus.

almost entirely by his mother, rendering him with almost no experience in the kitchen.

Antoni thrives when he is laying down the basics, and an omelette is decidedly that.

A fun touch is having the socially awkward Sean learn this dish in a community setting.

Thank you for giving us the tools for arepa success, Antoni!

Maybe it was the return to Porowskis favorite green/Greek ingredients?

Its an easy, accessible recipe for Tom to re-create, but most importantly, it is iconically Antoni.

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