Gnocchi Fritti
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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
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Cozze Prosecco (Mussels steamed in Prosecco)
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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
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Salmone al forno siciliana (Sicilian Baked Salmon)
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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
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Calamari Fritti
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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
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Frutta Pavlova
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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
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Real Spaghetti Carbonara
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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
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Caponata su purea di melanzana (Sicilian Aubergine stew, aubergine puree)
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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
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Salmone confit, emulsione di pomodoro (Confit of Salmon, Roast cherry tomato emulsion, crispy skin)
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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
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Insalata di pomodoro e asaprago (Tomato and Asparagus Salad)
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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
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Basil & Oregano Piadina (Italian Flatbread)
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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
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