mediterranean Archives - falafelandcaviar.com Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:50:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Follow This Recipe to Make Your Own Lamb Koftas https://falafelandcaviar.com/follow-this-recipe-to-make-your-own-lamb-koftas/ Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:44:55 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=19854 Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey with this mouthwatering recipe to create your very own lamb koftas. Bursting with aromatic spices and juicy flavors, these tender meatballs are perfect for grilling, frying, or skewering. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends and family with these homemade delights. […]

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]]> Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey with this mouthwatering recipe to create your very own lamb koftas. Bursting with aromatic spices and juicy flavors, these tender meatballs are perfect for grilling, frying, or skewering. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends and family with these homemade delights. Let’s dive into the delectable world of lamb koftas.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound of ground lamb
  • 1 small onion, finely grated
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil (for cooking)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Yogurt sauce or tzatziki (for dipping, optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, finely grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Using clean hands, shape the lamb mixture into small, oval-shaped meatballs, about 1-2 inches in diameter. You should be able to make approximately 12-16 koftas, depending on the size.
  3. If grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If frying, heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Grill or fry the Lamb Koftas in batches, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned on the outside. If grilling, you can also thread the koftas onto skewers for easy handling.
  5. Once cooked, transfer the Lamb Koftas to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve hot with lemon wedges for squeezing over the koftas and yogurt sauce or tzatziki for dipping, if desired.
  6. Enjoy the irresistible flavors of your homemade Lamb Koftas as a flavorful appetizer, main course, or part of a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Pair them with rice, couscous, pita bread, or a fresh salad for a complete meal that will satisfy your cravings and leave you longing for more.

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]]> Here’s an Easy Mediterranean-Style Spaghetti https://falafelandcaviar.com/heres-an-easy-mediterranean-style-spaghetti/ Fri, 17 Sep 2021 06:28:00 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=16242 If you’ve just done a grocery run and went a little crazy in the produce aisle, here is a great way to use a variety of those veggies. This spaghetti is simple, delicious, and fairly light to boot. There are certain veggies that will work better than others with the flavor profile—think leafy greens, olives, […]

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]]> If you’ve just done a grocery run and went a little crazy in the produce aisle, here is a great way to use a variety of those veggies. This spaghetti is simple, delicious, and fairly light to boot. There are certain veggies that will work better than others with the flavor profile—think leafy greens, olives, and cherry tomatoes. But it can be made quite yummy with just about anything.

Ingredients

  • Spaghetti, cooked according to directions on the box
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic, minced
  • Feta or similar cheese
  • Shredded Parmesan
  • Red pepper flakes, pepper, herbs to taste
  • Vegetables: You can use anything, the best combo being olives, kale, artichokes, onions, and cherry tomatoes

Directions

Start by sautéing your vegetables with olive oil in a large saucepan or wok, in order of how long they take to cook, adding garlic about halfway through. You might start with the onions until they soften, then garlic, before cooking down your leafy greens, and just barely cooking your cherry tomatoes. Keep in mind, the veggies will cook a little more when you add the hot pasta. Sprinkle pepper and red pepper flakes on top and mix.

Cook your pasta al dente according to package instructions, saving a bit of pasta water just in case you want to thicken your sauce.

Drain the pasta and add it while hot to the vegetables, then sprinkle as much feta and parmesan as you like and mix it all together. If it seems a bit dry, add a bit more olive oil and some of the pasta water to thicken things up. Taste, and salt as needed. Serve with more parmesan on top.

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]]> This Is The Best Moussaka Recipe https://falafelandcaviar.com/this-is-the-best-moussaka-recipe/ Sat, 29 Jun 2019 10:23:17 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=9046 Moussaka is a very popular and tasty Mediterranean dish you can make in only 45 minutes. Ingredients To prepare the moussaka you should get: 500 g lamb mince 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 crushed garlic cloves 4 medium-sized potatoes 1 sliced red onion 500 g carton passata 140 grated cheddar 1 teaspoon mixed spice 300 […]

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]]> Moussaka is a very popular and tasty Mediterranean dish you can make in only 45 minutes.

Ingredients

To prepare the moussaka you should get:

  • 500 g lamb mince
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 crushed garlic cloves
  • 4 medium-sized potatoes
  • 1 sliced red onion
  • 500 g carton passata
  • 140 grated cheddar
  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice
  • 300 ml tub creme fraiche
  • 2 aubergines cut into slices

Instructions

Place the potatoes in a pot and let them boil for 20 minutes. Once they’re done you can leave them on the side to cool down.

Start cooking the onion together with 2 tablespoons olive oil until it becomes soft. Then, include the meat and continue cooking for 5 more minutes. Add the passata, garlic, and spice.

Wait for the mixture to start simmering, remove it from the oven. Set the oven to 220 C degrees and prepare a griddle pan . Fill it with the aubergines and cover them with the remaining oil. Cook them for 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Cut the potatoes, and you can start putting together the moussaka.

Add 1 tablespoon oil on the bottom of an ovenproof dish. Do one layer of potatoes, aubergines, seasoning, and the meat. Do this all over again. Pour the creme fraiche on top, followed by the cheese. Cook for 10 minutes in the oven.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> mediterranean Archives - falafelandcaviar.com Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:50:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Follow This Recipe to Make Your Own Lamb Koftas https://falafelandcaviar.com/follow-this-recipe-to-make-your-own-lamb-koftas/ Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:44:55 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=19854 Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey with this mouthwatering recipe to create your very own lamb koftas. Bursting with aromatic spices and juicy flavors, these tender meatballs are perfect for grilling, frying, or skewering. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends and family with these homemade delights. […]

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]]> Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey with this mouthwatering recipe to create your very own lamb koftas. Bursting with aromatic spices and juicy flavors, these tender meatballs are perfect for grilling, frying, or skewering. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends and family with these homemade delights. Let’s dive into the delectable world of lamb koftas.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound of ground lamb
  • 1 small onion, finely grated
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil (for cooking)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Yogurt sauce or tzatziki (for dipping, optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, finely grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Using clean hands, shape the lamb mixture into small, oval-shaped meatballs, about 1-2 inches in diameter. You should be able to make approximately 12-16 koftas, depending on the size.
  3. If grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If frying, heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Grill or fry the Lamb Koftas in batches, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned on the outside. If grilling, you can also thread the koftas onto skewers for easy handling.
  5. Once cooked, transfer the Lamb Koftas to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve hot with lemon wedges for squeezing over the koftas and yogurt sauce or tzatziki for dipping, if desired.
  6. Enjoy the irresistible flavors of your homemade Lamb Koftas as a flavorful appetizer, main course, or part of a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Pair them with rice, couscous, pita bread, or a fresh salad for a complete meal that will satisfy your cravings and leave you longing for more.

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]]> Here’s an Easy Mediterranean-Style Spaghetti https://falafelandcaviar.com/heres-an-easy-mediterranean-style-spaghetti/ Fri, 17 Sep 2021 06:28:00 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=16242 If you’ve just done a grocery run and went a little crazy in the produce aisle, here is a great way to use a variety of those veggies. This spaghetti is simple, delicious, and fairly light to boot. There are certain veggies that will work better than others with the flavor profile—think leafy greens, olives, […]

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]]> If you’ve just done a grocery run and went a little crazy in the produce aisle, here is a great way to use a variety of those veggies. This spaghetti is simple, delicious, and fairly light to boot. There are certain veggies that will work better than others with the flavor profile—think leafy greens, olives, and cherry tomatoes. But it can be made quite yummy with just about anything.

Ingredients

  • Spaghetti, cooked according to directions on the box
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic, minced
  • Feta or similar cheese
  • Shredded Parmesan
  • Red pepper flakes, pepper, herbs to taste
  • Vegetables: You can use anything, the best combo being olives, kale, artichokes, onions, and cherry tomatoes

Directions

Start by sautéing your vegetables with olive oil in a large saucepan or wok, in order of how long they take to cook, adding garlic about halfway through. You might start with the onions until they soften, then garlic, before cooking down your leafy greens, and just barely cooking your cherry tomatoes. Keep in mind, the veggies will cook a little more when you add the hot pasta. Sprinkle pepper and red pepper flakes on top and mix.

Cook your pasta al dente according to package instructions, saving a bit of pasta water just in case you want to thicken your sauce.

Drain the pasta and add it while hot to the vegetables, then sprinkle as much feta and parmesan as you like and mix it all together. If it seems a bit dry, add a bit more olive oil and some of the pasta water to thicken things up. Taste, and salt as needed. Serve with more parmesan on top.

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]]> This Is The Best Moussaka Recipe https://falafelandcaviar.com/this-is-the-best-moussaka-recipe/ Sat, 29 Jun 2019 10:23:17 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=9046 Moussaka is a very popular and tasty Mediterranean dish you can make in only 45 minutes. Ingredients To prepare the moussaka you should get: 500 g lamb mince 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 crushed garlic cloves 4 medium-sized potatoes 1 sliced red onion 500 g carton passata 140 grated cheddar 1 teaspoon mixed spice 300 […]

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]]> Moussaka is a very popular and tasty Mediterranean dish you can make in only 45 minutes.

Ingredients

To prepare the moussaka you should get:

  • 500 g lamb mince
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 crushed garlic cloves
  • 4 medium-sized potatoes
  • 1 sliced red onion
  • 500 g carton passata
  • 140 grated cheddar
  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice
  • 300 ml tub creme fraiche
  • 2 aubergines cut into slices

Instructions

Place the potatoes in a pot and let them boil for 20 minutes. Once they’re done you can leave them on the side to cool down.

Start cooking the onion together with 2 tablespoons olive oil until it becomes soft. Then, include the meat and continue cooking for 5 more minutes. Add the passata, garlic, and spice.

Wait for the mixture to start simmering, remove it from the oven. Set the oven to 220 C degrees and prepare a griddle pan . Fill it with the aubergines and cover them with the remaining oil. Cook them for 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Cut the potatoes, and you can start putting together the moussaka.

Add 1 tablespoon oil on the bottom of an ovenproof dish. Do one layer of potatoes, aubergines, seasoning, and the meat. Do this all over again. Pour the creme fraiche on top, followed by the cheese. Cook for 10 minutes in the oven.

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