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Deep Fried New Potatoes with Saffron Aioli
Aioli is a Spanish garlic mayonnaise, similar to the French mayonnaise of the same name. In this recipe saffron adds color and flavor. SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 35 minCOOK TIME: 10 minREADY TIME: 45 minCALORIES: 990 (per serving)CUISINE: Spanish ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 1 large…
Lemon-Soaked Anchovies (Mediterranean Cuisine)
Make these at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours in advance. Fresh anchovies are tiny, so be prepared to spend time filleting them — the results will be well worth the effort. SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 20 minCOOK TIME: noneREADY TIME: 2 – 4 hoursCALORIES: 194 (per serving) CUISINE: Mediterranean ⇓ You may also…
Marinated Baby Eggplants With Raisins And Pine Nuts
Eggplants are popular in all the Mediterranean countries. This is a dish with an Italian influence, using ingredients that have been included in recipes since Renaissance. Prepare a day in advance, to allow the sour and sweet flavors to develop. SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 15 minCOOK TIME: 10 minREADY TIME: 40 minCALORIES: 333 (per serving) CUISINE:…
Grilled Vegetable Terrine
A colorful, layered terrine, using all the vegetables associated with the Mediterranean. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 20 minREADY TIME: 45 minCALORIES: 379 per servingCUISINE: Mediterranean ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 2 large red peppers, quartered, cored and seeded 2 large yellow peppers, quartered, cored and seeded…
Spanish Cuisine: Sherried Pimientos
Pimientos are simply cooked, skinned peppers. You can buy them in cans or jars, but they are much tastier when made at home. A simply beautiful dish that’s a staple of Spanish cuisine. SERVES: 2-4PREP TIME: 15 minCOOK TIME: 10 minREADY TIME: 25 minCUISINE: (Spanish)CALORIES: 103 ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by…
Roasted Pepper Antipasto (Mediterranean Appetizers)
Jars of Italian mixed peppers in olive oil are now a common sight in many supermarkets. None, however, can compete with this colorful, freshly made version, perfect as a starter on its own, or with some Italian salamis and other cold meats. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 20 minCOOK TIME: 45 minREADY TIME: 1 h 05 minCALORIES:…
Stuffed Vine Leaves With Garlic Yogurt (Mediterranean Appetizers)
An old Greek recipe which comes in many guises. This meatless version is highly flavored with fresh herbs, lemon and a little chili. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 40 minCOOK TIME: 45 minREADY TIME: 1 h 25 minCALORIES: 141 Kcal (per 100 g)CUISINE: Mediterranean ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 8…
Scalloped Potatoes Recipe (Low Fat)
SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 20 minCOOK TIME: 1 h 20 minREADY TIME: 1 h 40 minCALORIES: 185 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 75 ml (3 fl oz) low-fat soured cream 350 ml (12 fl oz) skimmed milk 25 g (1 oz)…
Celeriac and Carrot Remoulade Recipe (Low Fat)
SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 20 minCOOK TIME: 10 minREADY TIME: 30 minCALORIES: 94 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 1 celeriac root, about 250 g (8 oz), sliced into matchstick strips 2 tablespoons lemon juice 250 g (8 oz) carrots, sliced into matchstick strips Salt DRESSING:…
Stir-fried Vegetables Recipe (Low Fat)
SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 15 minCOOK TIME: 5 minREADY TIME: 20 minCALORIES: 68 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 125 g (4 oz) bamboo shoots, thinly sliced 50 g (2 oz) mangetout 125 g (4 oz) carrots, thinly sliced 50 g (2…
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