
I went to a Turkish restaurant last weekend and had amazing food. Beef, lamb, lentil rice, a dish similar to tzatziki (forgot the Turkish name) and a salad I often ate in Greece but I think in Turkey it's called a Turkish salad: tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, onions, black olives and feta goat cheese with an olive oil-vinegar dressing. On my various trips to Greece I fell in love with this salad and I often make it at home - and you thought I don't cook, ha, you are wrong! I cook quite frequently, mostly Mexican or Mediterranean cuisine. Tapas (appetizers) with dippings and toppings are among my favorite homemade fare. Try this:
Guacamole avocado dipping (Mexico) 2 ripe avocados, 1 tomato, 2 tbsp chopped onions, fresh coriander, fresh lime or lemon juice. Peel the tomato (dip in boiling water and the skin will come off easily).
Mix all ingredients and mash them. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Makes a perfect dip for corn chips or bread.
Romesco Sauce (Spain) 1 tsp dried chili flakes, 60 ml extra virgin olive oil, 1 large red bell pepper (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (crushed), 1 tbsp toasted slivered almonds, 2 medioum tomatoes (chopped), 1 tbsp red wine vinegar. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil. Cook bell pepper and garlic until soft but not colored, blend with chili flakes, almonds and tomatoes until smooth. Gradually add the remaining oil and vinegar (over low heat). Goes well with bread, red meat and sauteed leek or asparagus.
私は英語とスペイン語の先生です。