Cod is a very popular fish throughout the Mediterranean, and there are countless recipes to enjoy it. In this Italian-style cod recipe, a large number of flavors and ingredients typical of that country are combined to achieve a maximum flavor.
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Cordoba-style oxtail traditional recipe
Cordoba-style oxtail is a traditional recipe highly appreciated nowadays, which however, has very humble origins, since it was born from the need to take advantage of those less valuable cuts. Oxtail is a very fibrous meat that requires several hours of cooking, but following all the steps, it becomes a real feast of flavors.
Sicilian peperonata, a very tasty and easy recipe
Sicilian peperonata or “peperonata siciliana” is a traditional vegetarian recipe based on peppers. It is a very versatile preparation that can be served cold on a bruschetta, or hot as a garnish to accompany a meat or fish dish.
Kidneys in Sherry sauce recipe
Kidneys with sherry are a classic of Spanish gastronomy. They can be served as a “tapa” or as a main dish, accompanied with rice or potatoes. The recipe works for beef, pork or lamb kidneys, and can even be used to use other offal cuts.
Chicken with dried apricots, almonds and raisins (Mahmudiye)
This chicken with dried apricots, almonds and raisins is a distinguished recipe from Ottoman cuisine, and its original Turkish name is Mahmudiye. The dried fruit and an eventual addition of honey give a sweet touch to this chicken, which is contrasted with a little lemon juice. The crunch of almonds and a particular perfume of spices such as cinnamon and turmeric or saffron are also added.
All the secrets of traditional Italian pizza
Pizza! From the classical Margherita up to any of its infinite variants, it for sure (may be together with pasta) the ultimate icon of the vast Italian gastronomy. For its correct preparation, there are numerous concepts about which Italians discuss in an almost scientific way, and which we will try to summarize for those who want to bake a good Italian pizza at home.
French lobster bisque recipe (bisque de homard)
The French term “bisque” refers to a type of velvety soup that could be classified as a waste-recycling recipe, since it is prepared from the shell, legs and other parts that are discarded from the crustaceans. However, the high culinary level of the raw material and the sophistication that the recipe gained within French cuisine, make the lobster bisque a very refined dish. The preparation is equally valid for langoustines, shrimps, prawns, etc., although lobster (homard in French) is the iconic ingredient when we talk about “bisque”.
The Spanish creamy seafood rice that never fails
For this rice I have chosen a very common combination of squid and shrimp, although it is possible to prepare it with almost any seafood. The particularity of rice is its pleasant creaminess, which makes it the Spanish brother of the Italian risotto.
Super crispy and tasty Italian porchetta
Porchetta is originally prepared in rotisseries by boning and seasoning a whole pig, which is sewn completely and then baked for many hours over low heat. This heat allows all the fat to drain, until you get a super crispy exterior, as well as a lean and very tender interior. For this homemade version, pork breast with skin is used, with a fantastic result.
Panna cotta recipe (keto frendly!)
Panna cotta is a very famous Italian dessert, worldwide appreciated as much as tiramisu. It is a very simple preparation based on heavy cream which is thickened with gelatin. It is usually accompanied with red fruits, although we can experiment with other alternatives such as mango, pistachios, coffee, or whatever our imagination suggests!
