Mediterranean

Pilav is the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern version of risotto. Sort of… That’s why it’s always satisfying, always nice to eat. It takes patience, it needs to cook slowly, slowly come to taste. But you will get your reward in the end. Taste. Subtle taste in this case. Just right.

Beetroot are already quite tasty. That’s an understatement. But they can be made even tastier by an accompanying sauce. Like this particular almond-horseradish sauce. Creamy, spicy, fresh and with a bite. If that doesn’t sound right, I just give up.

Giant beans, Greek white giant beans. I’ve know enough when hearing this. That sounds exciting. Whatever else comes next, I’m going to make it anyway. Joris’ cousin Margriet has a Greek partner and therefore knows greek cuisine through and through. Gigantes plaki is a classic recipe and I am very much into the classic dishes. They never disappoint you. And neither does this dish. In fact, it makes an indelible impression. καλσ ρεση, enjoy.

These potato cookies look so deliciously friendly. But make no mistake, the inside is anything but friendly. At least, it’s nice and spicy. Surprising if you don’t expect it to be hot and spicy. A delicious different way of preparing potatoes.