Calamari, Radicchio, White Bean And Olive Salad
Calamari, Radicchio, White Bean And Olive Salad
Slightly charred calamari, whether grilled or seared, goes beautifully with acids like lemon juice and vinegar. Here, they play well with the slightly bitter radiccho and briny olives. Don't overcook the calamari; they should be opaque but still tender.
This is a classic party snack with some Spanish flavors. While they're meant to be a tapas offering, these almonds also make a great finish for green salads and single vegetable dishes.
My mother would cook literally a hundred or more sardines at once—enough for everyone at the table to have at least twenty. Their high oil content means any leftover sardines can be reheated without drying out.
Read more about this recipe in Efisio Farris' Sweet Myrtle & Bitter Honey: The Mediterranean Flavors of Sardinia.
Here’s a little spin on artichoke dip. Use asparagus instead. The result? Still creamy, but a bit more pungent and green, and easier to prepare.
Read more about this recipe at Cook & Eat.
Garlicky, toasted bread is an ideal medium for salty, full-bodied parmesan, but just about any cheese would work here. Is there a simpler, better companion for soup?
Lentil Bruschetta With Basil And Pecorino
Lentil Bruschetta With Basil And Pecorino
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Walnuts take the place of sesame paste in this hummus. With a little extra lemon juice, this is a great dip for vegetables, or spread for toast or sandwiches.
These wings are delicious grilled, but you can also bake them at 425F for 30-35 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165F.
Read more about this recipe at Steamy Kitchen.
Satay is universally loved across Southeast Asia. It's believed that Satay is the region's distant cousin to Middle Eastern Kebabs (thanks to the spice route and the culinary influence of early Arab traders).
Read more about this recipe at Rasa Malaysia.
The spice mix would be good over all types of potatoes, or even over popcorn. It gives a mild heat and flavor to the potatoes, but if you’re looking for really zippy fries, double the spices.
Read more about this recipe at VeganYumYum.
Firecracker Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce
Firecracker Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce
These almost didn't make it to the dinner table. We were eating them as they came out of the fryer, not even minding that we burned our tongues! The reason I love this dish so much is because the ingredients are so simple.
Read more about this recipe at Steamy Kitchen.
