I learned this recipe in the Peloponnese. Herring is a widely consumed fish in Europe, mostly smoked or pickled, and it is common to find it in salads, accompanied by potatoes. But in Germany, Baltic or Nordic countries it is dressed manly with mayonnaise, cream, etc., which makes the salad heavier. On the other hand, this Mediterranean version is fresh and light, but very satiating and nutritious at the same time.
Category: Fish & Seafood
Squid with onion and tomato
This simple and delicious recipe is an excellent source of protein and requires little work. In addition, it’s also healthier than other common recipes of squid, which usually involve breading and frying.
How to make mussels marinara in only 10 minutes
Fish and shellfish are great protagonists of the Mediterranean diet and are generally recommended within a healthy and balanced nutrition plan. Unfortunately, many people avoid them just because they don’t know how to prepare them. And yet, the recipes are usually very simple, since both generally require a short cooking time and few ingredients, like this recipe of “mussels marinara”.
Recipe of Spanish garlic prawns (“gambas al ajillo”)
Few minutes are enough to prepare one of the most emblematic tapas of Spain. The gambas (prawns or shrimp) are simply cooked briefly in olive oil with garlic and a chilli pepper, and topped with some chopped parsley.
Easy Mediterranean octopus stew with olives and balsamic
This recipe combines the octopus together with a magnificent accompaniment of Mediterranean flavors like balsamic, olives and vegetables. The preparation is not difficult at all and it’s only necessary to know some basic secrets about how to handle the octopus, which you can learn here.
How to make ceviche like in a Peruvian restaurant
Making a good ceviche is an art that takes practice to master, but its foundation is simple: traditionally it was the easiest way for fishermen to eat fresh fish, briefly tossing the chopped fresh fillet with salt and lime juice. The simple accompaniment would be nothing more than a little red onion, coriander and chili. Here we will analyze all the secrets to achieve an exceptional ceviche.
Cod tortilla recipe like in a “sidrería” of Bilbao
There are many ways of cooking cod In Northern Spain, and this recipe is a very traditional one from Bilbao. The cod omelette is tasty and simple, and it’s an excellent source of protein as well.
How to prepare Galician-style octopus like in North Spain
Anyone who has visited Galicia knows a visit to a “pulpería” is a must, and here we will learn their classic recipe: pulpo a la gallga (Galician-style octopus). The preparation is quite simple, just few tricks have to be observed, and the only difficulty is learning to find the right point of cooking, the octopus should not be too hard or too soft.