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Saffron basmati rice
emointhekitchen Ah, saffron, basmati, rice – the holy trinity of deliciousness! Nothing beats the smell of fragrant basmati rice with a few strands of saffron. It’s a simple dish, yet it can transport us to another country with just one bite. And let’s not forget the health benefits – basmati rice is low in calories and nutrients, while saffron is a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. So the next time you’re in need of some comfort food, make a batch of saffron basmati rice and bask in its glory. Your taste buds (and your body) will thank you for it! You will need: saffron 2 medium-sized onions 2 basmati rice…
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Layered pancake salad
emointhekitchen Armenia, a small country in the Caucasus region of Eurasia, is home to some of the most delicious food you will ever taste. One of their most popular dishes is the layered meat and egg pancake. This dish is made with a thin dough that is filled with ground meat, eggs, and vegetables, then fried or baked. The pancake is a perfect example of Armenian cuisine – it is healthy, hearty, and absolutely delicious. If you ever have the chance to visit Armenia, be sure to try this dish. You won’t be disappointed. You will need: four pancakes 200 g of ground beef 2 onions a cup of water…
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Armenian quiche called Manti
emointhekitchen Manti, also known as steamed dumplings, is a traditional dish in many cultures of Armenia and Turkey. The word “manti” comes from the Turkish word for “hand,” since these dumplings are typically made by hand. Manti can be made with various fillings, but the most common filling is minced lamb, beef or vegetables. The filling is wrapped in dough, which is then steamed. Manti is typically served with yoghurt, dipping sauces, and/or vegetables. If you’re looking for a delicious and hearty dish, Manti is a great option. It’s perfect for a meal, and it’s sure to please everyone at the table. I make traditional Manti with minced meat filling…
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Trout with steamed vegetables and coloured rice
emointhekitchen Trout as a predatory freshwater fish is also suitable in summer. The warm weather “steals” qi from us, and if fatigue is combined with anorexia and weakened digestion, it is just easily digestible white meat suitable for strengthening the energy of the centre. Of course, it also depends on the appropriate preparation in steam or quick treatment of skinless flights using delicate vegetables and herbs. For healthy individuals, trout beautifully balances side dishes of raw salads, which you use with caution. We need: fresh trout, lemon, Rosemary, salt, carrots, zucchini, leeks, onions, coloured rice, coriander stem, cumin, oil, butter. Procedure: You fly the cooked trout, you can use the…
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Armenian Ishli Kufta
emointhekitchen In Armenian cuisine, there are several types of kufta – “Kari kufta”, “Kyavari kufta”, “Etchmiadzin kufta”. In the past, “Ishli Kufta” was mainly made by Armenians returning from Turkey. Currently, this dish is very popular in Armenia. It is prepared for almost all holidays. Try it and it’s very delicious. You will need: 500 g of beef, ground meat onion sesame oil ground black pepper cayenne cumin powder curry powder garlic powder paprika dried greens, basil, dill, parsley, cilantro salt 400 g of beef, ground meat finely grind bulgur ( #1 grind) one cup of hot water tomato paste red pepper paste salt cumin powder curry powder Procedure: In…
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Stewed rabbit with spring vegetables
emointhekitchen What could be tastier than a stewed rabbit with vegetables? The dish is incredibly delicate, aromatic and most of all tasty. People often use the rabbit only for roasting or with sirloin sauce, so I mention another treatment in which the properties of meat are better applied. This recipe is suitable for people who are dry, sinewy, irritable, and bitter from emptiness. For people, without problems, we can add green pepper and a little white wine. We need: portions of rabbit meat with bone, onion, salt, green pepper, white wine, rice semolina, vegetables of your choice – fresh spinach, radishes, young peas, young carrots Procedure: In a deeper pot,…
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Stir-fried pork and lotus root with black pepper and sweet and sour sauce
emointhekitchen A lotus root with a crispy texture and a cute appearance when sliced. It is a vegetable that can be used in various dishes such as salads, stir-fried foods. You can eat lotus root infinitely. Easy to make! Sprinkle the pork with potato starch in a plastic bag, fry the meat and lotus root in a frying pan, and add the seasoning. It is a transcendentally dangerous dish. If spicy food is okay, sprinkle a lot and it will be delicious. You will need: Pork (thin slices) – It was 300g per pack; (Chicken, tofu …) Lotus root – About 15 cm to 20 cm Salt and pepper potato…
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Roasted turkey meat with rosehips sauce
emointhekitchen (for winter replenishment of the organism, unsuitable for acute illness) I have a new recipe for a rosehip full of vitamin C. Rosehips are one of the best sources of vitamin C in the world. I will be happy if you write to me in the comments about how you liked it. We need: boneless turkey meat, onion, small carrots, a piece of celery, a concentrated decoction of rosehips, a little tomato puree, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaf, millet flour, salt, pepper. Procedure: We collect the rosehips by hand, for therapeutic effects it is important to remove internal seeds, and hairs and dry them. Rosehips soak overnight in cold water…
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Roasted Duck with Red Cabbage & Liver Dumplings
emointhekitchen The flagship menu prepared could certainly be, for example, a roast duck with cabbage and dumplings, and the festive Sunday lunch would probably be preceded by beef broth with liver dumplings. Now let’s break down both dishes ‘in Chinese” Roasted Duck with Red Cabbage By roasting, the originally neutral duck gets a plus in nature, but the counterweight is cabbage (or with an apple), for which nature does not change much by cooking. Wash the duck, salt it inside and stuff it with apples mixed with onions. Sprinkle with cumin. Pour a glass of water and bake. Bake for 2.5 hours at 175 ° C. This recipe is for…
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Chicken meat salad with pomegranate
emointhekitchen As I mentioned in the section About me, I like different types of ethnic cuisine. Traditional recipes refer to the fact that our ancestors knew about healthy nutrition, life in harmony with nature and different seasons more than we do. In a way, I fell in love with Armenian cuisine. Armenia has been involuntarily and many times in history affected by many different nations and probably because of that its cuisine has assumed a lot of foreign elements. In the difficult times of Armenian history, it was also important to get out with simple ingredients. This led to great modesty and at the same time extraordinary creativity. Although this…
