Posts by jpdstudio
Kielbasa Sandwiches with Kimchi and Cheddar
Serves 4 1 cup well-drained Quick Kimchi (see recipe below) 4 hero rolls 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 1/2 pounds kielbasa 2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese Prepare Quick Kimchi. Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Split the rolls horizontally to within 1/2 inch of…
Grilled Shrimp and Lettuce Wraps
For the shrimp: 1 lb. shrimp, 16-20 size or bigger, peeled and deveined 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil salt and black pepper 1 tablespoon sriracha BBQ sauce, optional 3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions For the salad: 1 cup thinly sliced English cucumber 1 cup finely diced…
Roasted Whole Branzino
For the fish and marinade: 2 whole Branzino, about 1 ½ pounds each, gills removed, patted dry The zest of 2 lemons 2 tablespoons fresh thyme 1/4 cup chopped parsley 6 garlic cloves, chopped 1 tablespoon sea salt 1 teaspoon paprika 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil For the glaze: 1…
Grilled Salmon, Arugula & Grilled Corn Salad, Sweet Pea & Avocado Crostini
Makes 4 servings Suggested Accompaniment Serve with a Chardonnay Ingredients Four 6-ounce boneless, skinless filets of salmon seasoned with extra virgin olive oil to coat and a liberal sprinkling of salt and pepper Sweet Pea Hummus (recipe below) Crostini (recipe below) 2 ears of fresh corn shucked, grilled and cut…
String Cheese and Mushroom Dip
Ingredients 10 sliced mushrooms (Refika used Fairy Ring Mushrooms, which I am not sure are easy to find in this country), your choice 2 big strips string cheese, separated into strings 5 garlic cloves salt and pepper 3 sprigs fresh thyme 3 tablespoons olive oil flat bread as an accompaniment…
Tangerinade
Ingredients The zest of one tangerine 1 ½ cups fresh tangerine juice 1 ½ cups fresh lemon juice ¾ cup sugar Directions Combine the ingredients in a bowl and stir until dissolved. Cover and chill for 2 days. Strain into a pitcher, add 2 cups cold water and serve.
Pear Salsa
Ingredients 2 large firm pears 2 tablespoons finely diced onion or shallot 2 tablespoons finely chopped cornichons 1 small chile minced the finely chopped zest and juice of 1 lime extra virgin olive oil to taste salt and pepper to taste Directions Mix all the ingredients well in a medium…
Grilled Lamb Chops with Steak Butter
Makes 4 Servings Hands-On Time: 9 to 15 Minutes Total Preparation Time: 44 to 50 Minutes Suggested Accompaniments Potato gratin Sautéed spinach with garlic chips Ingredients 2 1/2 pounds lamb shoulder chops (1/2 inch thick, either round bone or blade) or leg of lamb steaks 1/4 c extra virgin olive…
Herbed Lamb and Feta Burgers
Makes 6 Servings Hands-On Time: 25 Minutes Total Preparation Time: 25 Minutes Ingredients 1 medium onion 3 T extra virgin olive oil 2 cooked lamb chop portions (reserved from Grilled Lamb Chops with Steak Butter) 2 T fresh oregano or basil leaves 4 oz feta cheese 1 large egg 3/4…