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Red Lentil Soup with Rice »
Also known as kirmizi mercimek corbasi pirincli in Turkey, this delicious soup has a thick consistency and all the nutritional goodness of rice, onions, tomatoes and potato.
Muhammara (Homemade Spicy Capsicum Dip) »
This homemade spicy capsicum dip is better than anything that can be bought at the store. It will only last two days in the fridge, but tastes so good this shouldn’t be an issue. Most of the ingredients are fairly straightforward apart from the pomegranate syrup, but you can make this yourself with pomegranate juice [...]
Cataplana of Seafood »
A cataplana is a Portuguese seafood dish. It is traditionally made of copper and shaped like two clamshells. A good substitute for a cataplana is a deep frying pan or saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. This helps to capture the aromas of the seafood.
Portuguese Seafood Rice (Arroz de Marisco) »
This soup/stew style dish is incredibly popular in Portugal. Choose your favourite kind of seafood to tailor it exactly to your liking.
Vegetarian Chickpea Stew (Tajine De Pois Chiche) »
Full of hearty chickpeas and spicy seasonings, this tasty tagine is a good winter warmer served with soft couscous, crusty bread or boiled rice.
Scandinavian Rice Pudding »
Rice pudding is a low fat and delicious dessert that combines the sweet flavours of vanilla and almond with creamy rice and tasty raisins.
Gravlax »
Gravlax is salt-cured salmon that is a popular Scandinavian dish. This recipe uses vodka for a more traditional taste. Serve gravlax with thin slices of rye bread and a mixed leaf salad.
Scandinavian Meatballs »
Unlike the more popular Italian-style meatballs which are cooked in tomato sauce, Scandinavian meatballs are cooked in a tangy creamy gravy and have hints of all-spice and nutmeg.
Gazpacho Andaluz (Spanish cold vegetable soup) »
A Spanish cold vegetable soup, Gazpacho Andaluz is a perfect starter to a Summer meal. It is easy to make and can be prepared the day before serving. Simply keep it covered in plastic in the refrigerator.
Sri Lankan Love Cake »
This popular cake has many variations, with some recipes calling for butter and others insisting against it. Others dispute the use of just egg yolks or the whites as well. Regardless, this sweet and spicy cake is a treat for any occasion.