Everybody Loves an Italian
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Recipe blog by Italian food lover Matthew Luca. Matthew is on a journey to discover the very best of Italian food and flavours with this blog. Matthew takes inspiration from Italian food and Mediterranean flavours and is based in the Republic of Ireland.
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
By Matthew Luca .
I know its bad to promote fried food but Sicilians love it and pretty much try and deep fry anything. This alternative Gnocchi recipe is great as a snack or side dish. I have added Harissa to flavour the gnocchi and I think it makes the dish.
Ingredients
1 Pack Gnocchi
2 tbsp. Harissa spice
salt & pepper to season
1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
Method.
In a deep fryer at 180c cook the gnocchi until golden and floating on the surface of the oil. When cooked transfer to a large mixing bowl, add the harissa, bit of salt and pepper and a dash of bal ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
By Matthew Luca .
I can never resist fresh mussels when I see them and this recipe is delightful. It's fresh and fizzy, this combination is gorgeous.
Ingredients
1 bag fresh mussels
1/2 onion finely chopped
2 cloves garlic crushed or finely chopped
1 tbsp. butter
300ml prosecco
1 tsp black pepper
1 teaspoon corn flour
handful of fresh parsley chopped
A few pan-fried scallops (optional)
Method
Add the onions, garlic and butter to a large saucepan and cook on a medium heat for a few minutes until the onions soften and the flavour of the garl ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
By Matthew Luca .
A Salmon dish born out of the Mediterranean Sea perfect for al fresco dining. This succulent baked salmon is perfect for those sunny days and BBQ's as its wrapped and cooked in aluminium foil. Best enjoyed with a cool glass of Italian Sauvignon by So Prosecco
Ingredients (serves 4)
4 Salmon fillets
2 tbsp. capers
1 tsp chilli flakes
1 tbsp. paprika
4 cloves garlic
4 lemon wedges
200g cherry tomatoes
4 tbsp. Olive oil
salt & pepper for seasoning
Aluminium/Kitchen foil for wrapping
Method
pre heat oven to 200c. Place salmon filets on individual sh ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
By Matthew Luca .
Fried Calamari rings are a must for any Italian feast but this version goes one better as it's gluten free so that everybody can enjoy it.
Ingredients
2 squid tubes or cut calamari rings 500g
200g Rice flour
70ml Sparkling water
Coarse sea salt & pepper for seasoning
1 tsp Balsamic vinegar
1 lemon cut into wedges
Method
Cut the squid tubes into rings or use pre-cut calamari rings, pat dry between a few sheets of kitchen paper.
In a mixing bowl add the flour, pinch of salt and pepper add the sparkling water a little at a time until silky and a thick eno ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
By Matthew Luca
Wondering what to do with left over egg whites? who can refuse a good pavlova anyway.
Oodles of cream and crisp but gooey meringue, soo tasty.
Ingredients
6 egg whites
300g Caster sugar
1/4 tsp white wine vinegar
1 tsp vanilla essence
200ml double cream (whipped)
200g chopped strawberries
100g raspberries
50g blueberries
Method
Using a food mixer with balloon whisk or bowl and electric whisk, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, add the sugar, vanilla essence and white wine vinegar and whisk for a further 5 minutes until smooth and very firm.
Preheat oven to 130c ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
by Matthew Luca
If you give an Italian a carbonara with cream then it's vito for you.
People often have a fear when using eggs in cooking although they really shouldn't, its authentic Italian cooking at its best.
Ingredients
6 Egg Yolks (keep the whites as you can use this for other amazing recipes like my Pavlova)
2 tbsp. parmesan cheese
250g Spaghetti
200g bacon lardons or pancetta
sprig of rosemary
1 onion (finely diced)
2 cloves of garlic (crushed, using garlic press or finely chopped)
1 tbsp. olive oil
bunch of parsley (chopped)
Parmesan to garnish
Black pepper
1 tbsp. salt
Method ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
By Matthew Luca
I absolutely love capunata, a traditional Sicilian aubergine stew. Often served with fish or simply as a delightful vegetarian dish. This version is a little more refined than the one I grew up enjoying but tastes stunning.
Ingredients (serves 4)
2 aubergines (one finely diced and one skin off and roughly chopped)
200ml double cream
200ml water
2 vine tomatoes (finely diced with seeds removed)
1 red onion (finely diced)
8-10 green olives
1 tbsp. capers
1 tbsp. white wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic (2 cut to razor thin slices)
4 tbsp. Olive Oil
few basil leafs, chopped.
salt & ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
By Matthew Luca
Just a few simple ingredients cooked to perfection. This Salmon dish is a must try for seafood lovers.
Ingredients (serves 4)
Half side of salmon, (pin boned and descaled, skin removed)
250g cherry tomatoes
4 cloves garlic
60ml water
500ml olive oil
80g Butter
salt & pepper for seasoning
Few Dill sprigs
Method
Place tomatoes, garlic in an oven tray, drizzle over a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook in the oven for 10 minutes. When ready transfer the ingredients to a food processor, add the water and blend until smooth. Pass the tomato sauce through a ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
By Matthew Luca
A simple approach to salad deconstructed and it looks beautiful.
Ingredients (serves 4)
8 Asparagus (peeled and trimmed at the base)
4 Vine tomatoes (finely sliced but kept whole)
1/4 Cucumber (finely sliced)
Balsamic glaze
Salad leafs
Bunch of fresh Basil
Sprig of fresh oregano
Salt & pepper to season
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
25g butter
Parmesan cheese
Method
One at a time, Slice each tomato finely then gently form the tomato into a strait line, then carefully move the ends towards each other to form a circle.
In a frying pan on a medium heat, add the butter ..read more
Everybody Loves an Italian
3y ago
by Matthew Luca
A tasty Italian flatbread recipe, these Piadina's will impress at the dinner table and are quick and easy to make. great with any main course, soup, to use as a sandwich wrap or served simply with some pesto.
Ingredients
190g Strong bread flour (plus extra for dusting)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
130ml water
2 tbsp. olive oil
Method
In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients to form a dough, knead for a few minutes until smooth and elastic and it bounces back up when pushed down. cut into 4 equal pieces and on a lightly floured surface using a r ..read more