Every culture around the world has some type of flatbread that dates back to the oldest recorded history. One popular flatbread with a Naan which was first recorded by an Indian poet back in 1300 AD. Naan is traditionally made in a tandoor oven with very high heat. You can make a homemade version
Originally an Italian peasant dish but now an Italian-American comfort food, Pasta e Fagioli is fairly quick to make and packed with flavor. See how to make pasta and bean soup in Episode 78
A simple pan sauce made with capers, butter, white wine, chicken stock and lemon juice envelop chicken cutlets in the traditional Chicken Piccata recipe made in episode 101 of POV Italian Cooking. Though Chicken Piccata is an impressive dish, it can be made in about 20 minutes, making it the perfec
Risotto doesn't always have to be the star of a dinner menu, it can also serve as a great bed for another dish which it does in episode 106 of POV Italian Cooking where I make a simple Beef Tomato Risotto. This risotto serves as the bed upon which Beef Osso Buco will rest in the next episode (#107).
Parmesan Pomodoro sauce is sweet, savory, and packs a parmesan punch. This sauce is simple to make and great with spaghetti, in lasagna or as a topping to juicy meatballs. Parmesan pomodoro does sound fancy and taste amazing but it is incredibly easy to make. See how I make Parmesan Pomodoro in th
Italy has introduced the world to its outstanding cuisine and wine but also has great cocktails. In this video, I demonstrate how to make the outstanding Italian drink, an Apertivo Spritz, a flame-colored cocktail with an orange tint and a tangy taste.
If you love limoncello then you may want to give Orangecello a try! In this short video I share how to modify the Limoncello that I made in episode 91 of POV Italian Cooking to make Orangecello.
Traditional humus is made from garbanzo beans (also called chickpeas), tahini, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt and other flavorful ingredients. This outstanding spread dates back to Egypt in the 13th century and remains a popular Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. See how
Looking for an easy alternative to a traditional seafood boil? Need a simple recipe that works for both fresh or frozen seafood?
If so, you need to see my Easy Seafood Pot recipe in episode 108 of POV Italian Cooking
It’s easy to enhance flavor of shrimp while pairing it with pasta in a single dish, Shrimp Puttanesca. This history of puttanesca sauce is interesting as it was developed in Naples by prostitutes to lure in potential customers who were hungry but also interested in other services.
What to do with all that leftover Christmas turkey? Don’t waste the turkey that took you hours to prepare! Transform the traditional American Christmas turkey leftovers into an amazing Italian dish by making Turkey Bolognese! See how to use your leftover turkey in Episode 71 of POV Italian Cooking
If bacon were a butterfly, then pork belly would be the caterpillar. Rubbed with a mix of spices before spending the night in the refrigerator so the flavors permeate the meat. Warmed to room temperature then baked at 350 degrees for 90 minutes. The sound of this sizzling pork belly will make you H
I put an Italian twist on a southern smoked meat by taking a Maple Bourbon pork belly recipe and replacing the bourbon with marsala to make a Maple Marsala Smoked Pork Belly.
Italia-Americana pork recipe is possible! Smoked Porchetta in POV Italian Cooking episode 54. Dry rub on the outside & rosemary, sage & garlic on the inside. Few hours in the smoker & a great dinner!
It can be difficult to make a perfect hard-boiled egg that has a creamy yolk and a tender white. Overcooking a hard-boiled egg, which is easy to do, results in a chalky and sometimes greenish yolk, a rubbery egg white and a slightly sulfuric taste. In this video I demonstrate how I use my sous vide to get the perfect hard-boiled egg.
Meatballs can be used many different ways and accompany a huge variety of dishes. When stuffed with cheese, as they are in this video, they became a decadent, savoury treat that is hard to describe because they are just so good. See my Cheese Stuffed Meatball recipe in the latest video from POV Italian Cooking.
Burgers sizzling on the grill is the definitive sound of summer in America. Hamburgers with 80 lean meat and 20 fat, that are featured in this video, makes juicier, more flavorful Burgers. A heavy coating of course kosher salt, pepper and other seasonings make for an unbelievable salt-crusted sear.
Pane al Pomodoro (Tomato Bread) is an orange colored savory artisan bread that is packed full of flavor. Sun-dried tomatoes combined with a small amount of sautéed garlic and shallots make for an incredible taste while also making for a visually stunning bread. See how to make Pane al Pomodoro (Tom
Who doesn’t love the sight and smell of Italian Sausages sizzling on a flat top griddle next to a mound of Peppers and Onions? The sound of the griddle covered by the medley of peppers, sausages and shredded potatoes over ghee butter in this video will make you drool!
A frittata is the perfect dish for breakfast or brunch because it can be made with a huge array of ingredients. It also makes excellent leftovers so that you can make several days’ worth of breakfast at once. The pairing of green and red bell peppers with cheese curds combine with the savory eggs t
Ciabatta bread, a classic Italian bread, was developed in response to the French Baguette that had spread across the country. Ciabatta is Italian word meaning slipper which also describes the shape and thickness of the bread. See how to make it at https://youtu.be/TzH7DEHlRcU
Did you know that hummus is extremely simple to make? If you enjoy the taste of hummus then see how it is made in this episode of POV Italian Cooking. This base recipe of hummus can be flavored per your main dish, as a plating item or as a standalone appetizer.
garbanzo beans, olive oil, See video for ingredients!
The sight and sound of chicken breast and broccoli florets covered in Asian seasoning and simmering in soy sauce on the griddle. The smell of the soy and Asian spices fills the air as hunger builds and the food sears to perfection.
The aroma that emanates when making Cacciucco on the stove is only bested by the taste! In episode 100 of POV Italian Cooking, I make Cacciucco, an Italian fish stew that originated in the coastal towns in the Tuscany and Liguria regions. The monkfish, red snapper, clams, mussels, shrimp and calama
Osso Buco, which translates as “hole of bone” is pure meaty awesomeness. Placing on a bed of risotto or polenta pays tribute to Osso Buco’s roots and takes this Italian comfort food to another level. Traditionally, Osso Buco is made with veal but see how I make Beef Osso Buco, a carnivorous wreath.
Those days are over when you needed to clean octopus with salt. Try this alternative simple idea and from now on, cooking octopus will be a walk in the park.
It only takes 10 minutes to make this dish, quick as a flash.
French beans, Baby plum tomatoes, Salt for boiling, Sweet miso vinegar:, Your favourite miso paste, Sushi vinegar, Sugar, Dashi powder, White sesame seeds
Let's survive the hot days with some delicious cold pasta!
Tomatoes (medium), Piquillo pepper, Green pepper, Onion, Cucumber, Garlic, Baguette or bread slice, Water, Vinegar, Extra virgin olive oil, Salt & pepper, Cumin powder, Spaghetti, Salt for the pasta
After making a hotpot or a nabe, you always have leftover broth. This is excellent, as it has all the taste from the previous ingredients, so never waste this - let's cook a whole onion in it!
Your favourite sausages, Potatoes (medium), Carrot (medium), Parsnip, Gravy:, Vegetable oil, Onion (large), Green pepper, Green beans, Tomato (medium), Soy sauce, Mirin, Chicken stock cube, Pork stock cube, Tomato ketchup, Potato starch in a bit of water
This recipe doesn't use chilli bean sauce, the spiciness comes from the pickled green chilli peppers.
Pickled green chilli peppers (medium hot), Carrot (medium), Green beans, Swede, Minced Pork, Tofu, Chicken stock, Soy sauce, Sake (or white wine), Mirin, Sesame oil, Miso (red), Sugar, Potato starch in a bit of water
Leave your soup for 5 minutes to get a greater flavour of the sea.
Smoked mackerel fillet, Chinese leaves, Wakame seaweed (dried), Spring onion, Fish stock cube, Miso (red or mixed), Hot water, Chilli powder (optional)
Sweet and hot will definitely get your mouth watering.
Mackerel fillets, Edamame beans, Spring onions, Garlic (finely chopped), Ginger (finely chopped), Chinese chilli bean sauce, Tomato ketchup, Sugar, Chicken soup, Sake (or white wine), Potato starch or cornflour, Potato starch in a bit of water, Salt & pepper
You need plenty of sweetcorn and lots and lots of peas.
Chicken thigh, Tinned sweetcorn , Onion (medium), Green peas, Salt & pepper, Chicken stock cube, Water, White wine, Soy sauce, Potato starch in a bit of water, Egg
Follow my one piece of advice in the preparation of the beef to make the meat very tender.
Beef (such as tenderloin), Salt & pepper, Egg white, Sesame oil, Cornflour (or potato starch), Oil, Carrot, Celery, Onion, Green pepper, Mushrooms, Garlic, Ginger, Rice wine (sake), Hot water, Oyster sauce, Chinese chilli bean sauce (toban-jan), Sugar, Soy sauce, Cornflour in a little bit of water
Even when it's hot and you don't have an appetite, you must eat properly. Enjoy cold ramen noodles which are full of vitamins, carbohydrates and protein to keep you full and well!
Sugar, Vinegar, Soy sauce, Sake or white wine, Sesame oil, Oyster sauce, Lemon juice, Ramen noodles, Mustard, Toppings:, Cucumber, omelette, ham, tomato, etc..., Nuts, Sesame seeds
Tinned mackerel in teriyaki sauce is actually delicious enough to eat as it is, and it almost tastes the same as Japanese 'kabayaki' once you add some water.
Tinned mackerel in teriyaki sauce, Onion, Beansprouts, Spring onion, Eggs, Water, Vegetable oil, Red chilli slices (optional)
It's a mix of Chinese and Italian flavours and works better with rice rather than pasta.
MInced pork, Chicken stock granules, Tinned tomatoes (227g), Sesame oil, Sugar, Soy sauce, Miso (red), Chinese chilli bean sauce, Tofu, Green beans, Mushrooms, Carrot (medium), Leek, Onion (medium), Potato starch in a bit of water
The only effort required is shredding the cabbage. Once you've cleared that, all you have to do is add the sauce and mix well into the cabbage. The result is amazingly delicious.
One of the most popular recipes in my cooking lessons that will be finished no matter how much you make. Cooking time is about 35 minutes, plus extra for soaking.
Aubergines, Seasonings:, Soy sauce, Vinegar, Sugar, Sake or Chinese cooking wine, Sesame oil, Vegetable oil, Ginger , Garlic, Sesame seeds, Dried chili , Chives (optional)
White asparagus & juice (in a jar), Soya milk (or cow's milk), Egg (large), Miso (white), Salt, Chicken breast fillet and prawns, Thick sauce:, Asparagus juice (from the jar), Dashi broth, Light soy sauce, Mirin, Potato starch in a bit of water
Just three main ingredients - so quick and easy but so delicious!
Lettuce, Tofu (firm), Egg, Chicken stock, Soy sauce, Mirin, Sake, Chinese chilli bean sauce, Noodle broth (mentsuyu), Sesame oil, Potato starch in a bit of water
Adding the sushi vinegar at the end gives an extra good kick.
Chicken thighs, Chinese leaves, Carrot, Sake, Salt & pepper, Potato starch, Vegetable oil, Sauce:, Oyster sauce, Chicken stock powder, Water, Sugar, Soy sauce, Pepper, Sesame oil, Sushi vinegar, Potato starch in a bit of water
Aubergine , King prawns, White fish fillet (like cod), Ginger, Spring onions or shallots, Flour, Dashi broth, Soy sauce, Finely grated mooli, Salt & pepper, Vegetable oil, Egg white
I made Singapore Fried Noodles using Udon noodles...wow, it was tasty!
Udon noodles, Cooked prawns, Chicken breast fillet, Salt & pepper, Bok choy bunch, Green beans, Egg, Onion, Vegetable oil, Curry powder, Chicken stock granules, Soy sauce, Oyster sauce, Red chilli
I want to make an authentic soba noodle using a proper dashi stock with bonito (katsuobushi) and kombu seaweed, but here in the UK, there is no katsuobushi as it is not allowed to be imported from Japan. And bonito flakes are very expensive, so I thought I'd try using mentsuyu (noodle broth).
Your favourite vegetables, Vegetable oil, Soba noodles, Hot water, Mentsuyu (concentrated)
Basic fish stock:, White fish bones & heads (seabream or seabass), Salt, Water, Seasonings:, Celery, Carrot, Onion, Fennel bulb, Parsley, Spring onions
Traditional cuisine from Alsace, France. Originally fermented cabbage was a preserved food. Sour cabbage is often eaten in Alsace and Germany, once you get used to it, you'll be addicted to it!
Cabbage (sweetheart), Onion, Sausages, Bacon rashers, Garlic, Olive oil, Salt and pepper, White wine, White wine vinegar, Cumin (if you have), Bay leaf (if you have), Wholegrain mustard
Just put everything in one frying pan and cook for a quick and tasty dish!
Beef , Tofu (firm), Leek, Chestnut mushrooms (medium), Konjac potato noodles (optional), Chinese leaf (or bok choy leaf), Seasonings:, Granulated sugar, Soy sauce, Mirin, Sake or white wine, Dashi stock granules, Hot water
