tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13456985904671461282024-11-01T13:18:01.149+02:00Global CookBookRecipes that travel you all over the globe!xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comBlogger294125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-57731274591746521912011-07-02T08:58:00.000+03:002011-07-02T08:58:29.214+03:00Baked Perch served with mayo sauceRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
4 perch fillets, deboned (approx. 1kg)
500g small sized potatoes, halved
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
olive oil (about 1/2 cup)
1 fresh lemon (half sliced and half juiced)
1/2 cup capers
1 cup mayonnaise, of good quality
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 freshly ground black pepper
Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 190oC.
Place the tomatoes and xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-60452966622693952062011-06-08T20:29:00.000+03:002011-06-08T20:29:36.498+03:00Avocado and Bean SaladRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
2 cups baby Roma tomatoes, sliced in half
400g can cooked white beans (or butter beans), drained
1 avocado, peeled and sliced
4 cups baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice of two lemons
1/3 teaspoon salt
1/3 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Preparation:
In a large bowl gently toss together baby Roma tomatoes, drained white beans, and spinach leaves. Arrange xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-59896786977423094552011-06-08T06:39:00.000+03:002011-06-08T06:39:51.077+03:00Chinese ginger pork with veggies and sesameRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
500gr. pork tenderloin fillet, trimmed of fat
4 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons peeled and shredded fresh ginger
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
300gr mixed frozen Chinese stir-fry vegetables
1/3 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Preparation:
Mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil and ginger in a shallow dish. xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-11788622752318808212011-06-05T19:44:00.000+03:002011-06-05T19:44:27.601+03:00Peach Limeade GranitaRecipe for 6
Ingredients:
4 cups water
3 cups peach slices
1 1/3 cups sugar
6 mint leaves
1 cup fresh lime juice
3/4 cup rum
For serving:
Some peach slices
Some fresh mint sprigs
Preparation:
First combine water, peach slices, sugar and lime juice in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat as soon as it starts to boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside and let cool, xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-15012778160346316882011-06-05T08:28:00.000+03:002011-06-05T08:28:12.973+03:00Balsamic glazed and spices mushrooms with walnutsRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
500gr small fresh mushrooms
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup each balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1 cup broken by hand walnut pieces
Preparation:
In a small bowl, combine and mix the vinegar, the lime juice, sugar, garlic and red pepper flakes. Heat a large heavy xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-5717953729723758012011-06-04T07:28:00.001+03:002011-06-04T07:29:18.478+03:00Stuffed tomatoes with salmon and mustard dressingRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons mustard (preferably Dijon)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 large, firm red tomatoes
400grs canned salmon, drained and chunked
1 medium size, ripe avocado, diced
1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped
Preparation:
First we prepare the dressing by combining in a small bowl, the olive oil, the xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-90216367774077324012011-06-02T19:06:00.000+03:002011-06-02T19:06:43.073+03:00Spiced Vietnamese Pork ChopsRecipe for 4
Ingredients
4 thick boneless pork chops
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
Sliced green onions (for serving)
Preparation:
Lightly carve both sides a diamond pattern on pork chops.
In a small bowl combine sugarxscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-38798688393744540502011-06-01T06:55:00.000+03:002011-06-01T06:55:15.415+03:00Strawberie trifleRecipe for 6
Ingredients:
350gs ready made vanilla cake
400g strawberries, sliced
1 tablespoon golden caster sugar
500g pot of good quality vanilla custard
250ml pot double cream, lightly whipped
good quality strawberry jam
strawberry or raspberry liqueur
Preparation:
Slice thickly the cake. Spread jam over the slices and sandwich it. Cut into cubes. Sprinkle the sugar over the strawberries inxscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-52350815495711103112011-05-25T20:41:00.000+03:002011-05-25T20:41:55.724+03:00Baked Apples stuffed with nuts and fruitsRecipe for 6
Ingredients:
6 large, crisp baking apples (Granny Smith, Crispin, Braeburn, Jonagold or Cortland)
1/3 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/2 cup mixed golden raisins, chopped dry figs and dates
1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, powdered
1/3 teaspoon salt
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 cup apple juice
Topping:
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-6534274677778597602011-05-23T19:45:00.000+03:002011-05-23T19:45:29.183+03:00Incredible fish burgersRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
1 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 cans (150grs/each) tuna in water, well-drained
1/4 cup shredded carrot
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons of unsalted butter for frying
For serving:
8 slices Cheese
8 buns, cut in half horizontally
8 teaspoons xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-997077799916632592011-05-22T22:58:00.000+03:002011-05-22T22:58:50.097+03:00Asian pineapple pork chopsRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
4 pork chops, no bone and trimmed of excess fat
4 canned pineapples rings in juice, drained, but juice reserved
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons soft brown sugar
1 teaspoon tomato puree
1/2 teaspoon red pepper powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 tablespoon soy sauce
A handful coriander leaves, to serve
Preparation:
xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-14871285830785356292011-05-19T18:36:00.000+03:002011-05-19T18:36:01.646+03:00Banana CakeRecipe for 8-10
Ingredients:
125g margarine, softened
1/2 cup caster sugar
2 eggs
2 large ripe bananas, mashed with a fork
1 1/2 cups self-raising flour
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1/4 cup milk
Icing
1 1/2 cups icing sugar
30g light cream cheese
juice of 1 orange
orange rind to decorate
Preparation:
Beat the margarine with sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and beat until well xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-65721533430026586482011-05-17T20:07:00.000+03:002011-05-17T20:07:58.386+03:00Potato salad with tuna and anchovies dressingRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
3 large fresh potatoes
4 anchovies
4 tablespoons mayonnaise (reduced fat is fine)
Juice of 1 lemon
3 cups lettuce, chopped by hand
1/2 cup spring onions, thinly chopped
2 x 185gr cans tuna in water
Preparation:
Boil potatoes for 35 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool under cold water. Meanwhile, make the dressing by mashing anchovies with the mayonnaise. Add the xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-87172458911450330042011-05-16T18:26:00.000+03:002011-05-16T18:26:53.962+03:00Beer Marinated Chicken FajitasRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
2 tablespoons olive oil
For themarinade:
1 cup beer
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
For serving:
8-12 Taco size corn tortillas
2 cups of your guacamole sauce
Preparation:
Mix xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-58372930748396860472011-05-15T09:12:00.000+03:002011-05-15T09:12:32.463+03:00Meaty Mac and CheeseRecipe for 4-6
Ingredient:
500gr. elbow macaroni
250gr. ground beef
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon cinnamon, powdered
1/3 teaspoon salt
1/3 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon paprika, powdered
1/2 cup red dry wine
Preparation:
Prepare pasta according to package xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-66100443733037684362011-05-11T19:46:00.000+03:002011-05-13T23:25:52.042+03:00Baked Pork Chops with Apple GravyRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
4 thick pork chops
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/3 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 teaspoon pepper
3 cups hot boiling water
2 1/2 cups ready made applesauce
1 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 200oC.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pork chops and brown on both sides. Place the brownedxscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-12747691669866015422011-05-08T19:37:00.000+03:002011-05-08T19:37:16.649+03:00Fried Zucchini PattiesRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
500g zucchini (about 4), grated
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 eggs
3 tablespoons plain flour
1 handful fresh mint leaves, chopped coarsely
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped coarsely
200g feta cheese, mashed with a fork
Olive oil for cooking
Preparation:
Heat a large frying pan over a medium heat, add the onion and sauté gently for 3 xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-44400764662867854812011-05-07T08:34:00.000+03:002011-05-07T08:34:21.137+03:00Pasta with sausage and eggplant sauceRecipe for 4
Ingredients
500grs penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cubed peeled eggplant
1 cup chopped Italian village sausage
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup freshly grated ripe tomatoes
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup dry white wine
Preparation:
Prepare the pasta according to package directions for aldente. Drain xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-15049888698345157602011-05-05T19:14:00.000+03:002011-05-05T19:14:27.865+03:00Delicious stuffed red peppers with halloumi cheese and veggiesRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
4 red peppers
2 green zucchinis, thickly chopped
1/2 cup bulb fennel, thickly chopped
1 red onion, thickly chopped
1 small can corn, not sweet
200gr. Halloumi, thickly sliced
Salt and pepper for taste
Preparation:
Cut the peppers in half and remove core and seeds.
Chop the zucchinis, fennel, red onion and place in a large bowl. Add the corn in the same bowl and toss xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-73994471038251856812011-05-03T21:43:00.000+03:002011-05-03T21:43:24.201+03:00Grilled oregano T-Bone StakesRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
4 thick T-bone steaks
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoon dried oregano, crashed
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Salt
Preparation:
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, pepper, oregano and garlic. Place the steaks on a shallow dish and rub the garlic mixture all over the meat. Cover the dish and refrigerate for 2 hours toxscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-61305832345847131102011-05-01T08:31:00.000+03:002011-05-01T08:31:30.157+03:00Lemon Vanilla CakeRecipe for 8-10
Ingredients:
12 tablespoon (170g) Unsalted Butter
1 cup whole milk
4 large eggs
2½ cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla, powder
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 1/2 lemons
2cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
Preparation:
Melt four tablespoons butter and generously brush with it a 23cm cake tin. Refrigerate the brushed cake tin for a few minutes. You may need to repeat this xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-19021287154231197482011-04-30T08:11:00.000+03:002011-04-30T08:11:18.734+03:00Potato salad with garlicky-mayo dressingRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
1kg potatoes, washed thoroughly, unpeeled, thickly diced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 garlic cloves, pureed
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 big handful of parsley, chopped
1 large tomato, diced
Salt and pepper for taste
Preparation:
Dice the potatoes into little cubes, about 1cm each, and boil them in a pot. Drain away the water once the potatoes are just soft, and let them cool.
xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-72371532309979717102011-04-28T07:59:00.000+03:002011-04-28T07:59:27.843+03:00Chocolate CakeRecipe for 8-10
Ingredients:
200gr. self-raising flour
175gr. dark chocolate broken into pieces
200gr. butter, unsalted
300gr. soft brown sugar
30gr. cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
4 eggs beaten
For the cake filling:
40gr. icing sugar, sifted,
20gr. cocoa powder, sifted
30gr. unsalted butter, room temperature
1tablespoon water
For the chocolate cake icing:
60gr. icing sugar filling, xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-228692906566230372011-04-27T08:18:00.000+03:002011-04-27T08:18:42.439+03:00Sumac Pork Kebabs with coloured peppersRecipe for 4
Ingredients:
1/2kg pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into bite size cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sumac
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 red bell pepper thickly cut
1 yellow bell pepper thickly cut
Preparation:
Combine olive oil, grated lemon zest, salt, pepper, and sumac in a large bowl, stirring well. Add pork xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1345698590467146128.post-63266964682256930162011-04-22T09:00:00.000+03:002011-04-22T09:00:06.324+03:00Indian black eye beans saladRecipe for 2
Ingredients:
1 cup dried black eye beans, soaked in water overnight, drained
1 small can corn in water (no sugar), drained
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 red onion, diced
1 large tomato, diced
2 small green chillies, finely chopped
Salt/pepper to taste
Pinch of turmeric
Juice of one lime
Preparation:
In a large saucepan over high heat, place the soaked black eye beans, water and one xscleanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12781023794703907935noreply@blogger.com