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20 July 2022
SERVING TIP: You can serve these shrimp as is, or over brown rice or quinoa.
13 July 2022
CARNAROLI VS ARBORIO Both carnaroli and arborio are popular Italian medium-grain rice varieties. Carnaroli is considered the best rice for risotto. It has a higher starch content and firmer texture than arborio, which results in a creamier risotto that’s much more difficult to overcook. The grains are also slightly longer and keep their shape better when stirred. However, it’s ...
13 June 2022
A taste of regional Greece...excited to announce my menus on MGT4 sponsor Celestyal Cruises.
8 June 2022
PRESSED TOFU KNOW-HOW Press the tofu to firm it up. The easiest way is to layer a plate or pan with some paper towels. Place the tofu on it and cover it with some more paper towels. Place another pan on that and weigh it down with some cans. Leave it for 30 minutes, remove the paper, then use ...
7 June 2022
Tomatoes have been a part of my Greek kitchen for as long as I can remember. In the 1960s, I can recall the pinkish orange tomatoes in white plastic tubs wrapped in clear crinkly plastic that were the standard kind in local New York supermarkets. They didn’t inspire! Jump ahead to 1972: It’s my first visit to Ikaria, and I had avoided tasting tomatoes up until this point, but while on the island, one was forced upon me by a well-meaning aunt. Truth be told, my life has never been the same!
30 May 2022
It’s summer in Greece. Imagine you’ve been at the beach, lounging in the sand, sneaking in a few swims, and relaxing, listening only to the sounds of your friends, family, and the sea for the past few hours. And at the end of the day, you find yourself sitting at a seaside Greek taverna, the sun sinking into the sea. The table is full of fresh, delicious seafood - and of course, that means a few Greek recipes for shrimp! The Greek diet and Mediterranean diet both overflow with great shrimp recipes.
9 May 2022
HELPFUL TIP I’ve tried making cauliflower crusts by steaming the riced cauliflower, but cauliflower contains a surprising amount of moisture and the crust always ended up being a little soggy. By baking the riced cauliflower first, you help dry it out. You’ll be surprised, however, that more moisture seeps out of it when you start to wring it dry ...
3 May 2022
What is the Mediterranean diet? It’s something I talk about a lot, but how is it possible to nail down exactly what it is? Some might say it consists of specific dishes like Greek salad and hummus, but it’s really much more than a list of recipes.
28 April 2022
NOTES: If you dislike quinoa’s bitter taste, there are two ways to get rid of it: rinsing or toasting the quinoa before cooking it.For 1 cup of uncooked quinoa, you’ll want to use 2 cups of water—this will yield 3 cups of cooked quinoa. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the temperature to medium-low ...
28 April 2022
YOGURT IN THE MEDITERRANEAN In the Mediterranean, yogurt is enjoyed at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in a variety of interesting, sweet, and savory ways. Often, it’s used as a dip or dressing, it’s the main ingredient of a marinade, replaces mayonnaise and stars in desserts and drinks. Another great way of using yogurt beyond breakfast time is to make ...
