Baba Ganoush is an eggplant-based dip that comes from the Middle East. It is traditionally prepared with the addition of tahini, garlic, lemon juice and various spices. Despite some similarities with hummus, the main difference is the use of eggplant instead of chickpeas. Although, for example, in the recipe for eggplant hummus this distinction is …
Delicate and t the same time rich, simple but with multi-layered flavors – this is Pesto Genovese. A juicy green sauce from the heart of Italy, a timeless classic that knows no bounds. To begin with, I suggest to understand the definitions. Pesto, translated from Italian, means “to grind” or “crush”, such a name was …
Traditional hummus is made primarily from chickpeas, tahini, olive oil and lemon juice. The Turkish version of hummus, on the other hand, often incorporates a wider range of ingredients and flavors. Unlike other variants, which are often served cold, Turkish hummus can be served warm, often topped with toppings such as pastrami (basturma, beef jerky) …
These pickles will be your favorite of the summer season. Cooked quickly, they are super crispy and flavorful. I’m going to show you an unusual spiral slicing of cucumbers, which I think brings out the flavors faster and stronger. But you can experiment with other types of slicing, using whichever you prefer. A few more …
Salt and pepper chicken wings, or “yang su ji” as they are called in Mandarin, is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine. This simple but flavorful dish is a staple in many Chinese restaurants around the world. It features a delicate balance between the soft and juicy inside of the chicken and the perfectly crispy …
Eggplant hummus is a rich and flavorful dip native to the Middle East. A variation of traditional hummus, this dish combines the creamy taste of chickpeas with the smoky, slightly sweet and unique flavor of roasted eggplant. This recipe is something in between traditional hummus and baba ghanoush (an appetizer of mashed eggplant mixed with …
Lemon pesto is a twist on traditional basil pesto, which is a bright, pungent and flavorful sauce hailing from the heart of Italian cuisine. Pesto has deep roots dating back to Roman times, where a similar sauce known as Moretum was made using garlic, herbs, cheese and olive oil. The name “pesto” itself originated in …
There are many ways to prepare prawns, but this particular version deserves special attention. Compared to other recipes, it has a certain “Chinese charm” that makes the dish unique. Garlic plays a central role here. It gives depth and aroma to the prawns, emphasizing their sweet tenderness. To enhance the impact of garlic and make …
Pasta on this recipe is cooking really fast and easy. I’d even say instantly. All you need to do is to boil pasta, slice the garlic and cheese and fry them. It’s so easy and clear that there’s even no need for step by step instructions. But the main feature of this pasta, except for …
I adore this combination: the most delicate white fish in a crispy breading, fried or baked potatoes and garlic — aioli sauce. All components complement each other so well that for a moment it seems as if nothing better could be thought out. Why am I saying all this? Because today we are preparing fish and …