This title may sound strange in English, but it is the exact translation of a very traditional mezze called melitzanosalata in Greek or patlican salatasi in Turkish. With few further ingredients, it can also turn into baba ganush or mutabbal, both very popular in many regions of the Middle East.
Category: Vegetarian
How to make Stracciatella at home
Straciatella is a fresh dairy derivative that arose as a solution to take advantage of the remains in the production of mozzarella. Its creaminess and softness allow it to immediately win the hearts of those who try it. It is mostly famous as a filling for the burrata in Puglia, but in Italy it can also be found separately.
Feta and red pepper spread
This spread is a variation on the Greek tirokafteri, but using red peppers instead of chili. The result is therefore not spicy, but very tasty all the same, and ideal for those who prefer more delicate flavors.
Amazing spring garlic omelette recipe
Have you heard about “spring garlic”? Also called garlic scapes or green garlic, these sprouts are actually immature garlic, which was early harvested (before the cloves form in the bulb). The flavor and aroma is very similar to that of already ripe garlic but much more delicate and a little sweeter. One of the most common ways to consume them is with eggs, either scrambled, in an omelette or as it’s called in Spain, “tortilla”.
Argentinian aubergine “escabeche” preserve
“Escabeche” is a typical Ibero-American preserve. It consists of marinating cooked meat or vegetables vinegar and oil. And these aubergines in escabeche are a delicious starter normally present in Argentine barbecues. Its preparation does not present great difficulties and they are always an excellent appetizer to enjoy with a good bread while waiting for the great main course.
Easy cauliflower cream soup recipe
This cauliflower cream is an excellent idea to take advantage of the stems and leaves. Many people usually discard them, without considering that they contain many nutrients and flavor. And by the way, the same procedure of this recipe can also be applied for broccoli.
Radicchio and gorgonzola risotto
Radicchio and gorgonzola might sound strange for some people, but it’s a very popular combination in Italy. Purple chicory, better known under the name “radicchio”, is a rather bitter-tasting bud, much appreciated in Italian gastronomy. It is very common to find it combined with the strong flavor of gorgonzola cheese, sometimes also balanced with caramelized red onions.
How to prepare sabich, the trendy Israeli fast-food
Sabich (sabij or sabih) is a meal popularized in Israel by Iraqi-Jewish immigrants, and consists of a pita bread stuffed with fried eggplant, hard-boiled egg, salad, tahini or hummus, and a mango sauce called “amba”. It is usually eaten for breakfast and it is precisely believed that its name derives from the Arabic “sabah” (morning).
Sugar free keto chia pudding
Chia seeds are an important source of Omega-3, in addition to having a large amount of antioxidants, fiber and minerals such as calcium or magnesium. If you still don’t know how to start consuming them, you can easily incorporate them into your diet with this sugar free chia pudding, ideal for a very healthy breakfast.
Turkish style artichoke hearts recipe
This Turkish dish is known as Zeytinyağlı Enginar, literally “artichokes with olive oil”. This is a very refreshing traditional starter that is usually served cold and can be found on a mezze table.