This zucchini (sometimes called courgette) based recipe is an adaptation of a very popular starter called “kolokithokeftedes” in Greece (which translates as “zucchini meatballs”), which is also known in Turkey as “mucver.” The main difference with the classic recipe is that it will not be necessary to deep-fry the fritters in a huge amount of oil, which is much healthier.
Category: Keto & Low Carb (EN)
Roman-style artichokes (carciofi alla romana)
This vegetarian dish is a true emblem of Roman cuisine. These artichokes are served as starter or “antipasto” in many restaurants in the Italian capital, but Romans often eat them as a salty snack, often as a filling for focaccia. This recipe was traditionally considered the poor variant, unlike “carciofi alla giudia”, which are fried in extra virgin olive oil, a prohibitive ingredient in past times.
Eggplant and meatballs kebab (“patlican kebabi”)
A popular Turkish recipe that is very easy to prepare. It’s only necessary to alternate the meatballs (köfte in Turkish) with the eggplant pieces on a tray. It’s then completed with other vegetables to taste, a little tomato is added and after an hour in the oven, the magic happens!
Neapolitan-style octopus (polpo alla luciana)
A traditional recipe from southern Italy, full of Mediterranean flavors, originally called “polpo alla luciana” in Italian. The name “Luciana” is not referred to a woman; it’s actually the demonym of Santa Lucia, a small coastal town near Naples.
The perfect keto quiche recipe
This keto quiche is made with broccoli and mozzarella, but the recipe allows for several alternative keto fillings. Its secret lies above all in the dough, which without carbs but still delicate and tasty, as well as in some additional details to consider during preparation.
The original Nice salad (salade niçoise)
Anyone who has visited Nice will undoubtedly have tried their famous salade niçoise, which is offered in practically every bistro in the city. Its original recipe is the cause of great controversy among French chefs and amateurs, so it’s worth knowing the mandatory, prohibited and permitted ingredients of this salad.
My red tuna tartare recipe
This recipe admits many variations, according to taste and availability. That is why it’s important to know first of all what are the ingredients and spices that go well with tuna, the star of this dish.
How to make Köfte (Turkish-style meatballs)
These meatballs are originally from Turkey. The secret of its flavor and consistency is not only in the spices or seasonings, but also in the fact that the meat is ground again. Thus, a perfect texture is achieved, without the need to add breadcrumbs or eggs.
How to make fresh cheese and ricotta at home
It seems incredible but with only 3 ingredients it is possible to make fresh homemade cheese and even ricotta. The procedure is very simple and only requires small precautions, which will be explained here.
How to make butter at home
Making butter at home is indeed very easy. Not only is cheaper, but homemade butter is also much creamier and tastier than any commercial one.