After returning from a holiday in Greece, I took inspiration from the summery foods I had tried on my visit. One important thing I learnt, is that, no matter what you're making or eating, you can probably always find a herb to go with it! And for Greek food, it is pretty much always- OREGANO. Aside from herbs, the Greeks know how to make amazing olive oil. I attempted to recreate a taste of the cuisine. Number one rule: Keep it simple. I griddled a pork chop, some courgette and green peppers. Boiled some rice, with a pinch of turmeric for the yellow factor. Made a simple side salad of tomato, red onion, and cucumber. Then plate the whole lot up together, drizzle your salad with some good olive oil, and cover the entire bunch in OREGANO. Go crazy! It is a simple, balanced plate of food, but mighty satisfying.
THIS, is Huevos Rancheros... A popular Mexican breakfast dish. Mexicans believe that breakfast is 'the most' important meal of the day. You'll see why after you've tried this awesome selection of ingredients! Take one piece of tortilla or mountain bread, lay it flat in a baking dish, cover the bread with a mixture of red & green peppers, spring onions, tomatoes, whatever you like! Then crack a couple of eggs on top of this wonderful bunch of goodness. Sprinkle the whole lot with loads of coriander, chilli flakes and even some jack cheese if you wanted! Place in the oven for about 10-15 minutes at around 180. Then... once the eggs are firm and it's all brilliant looking, poke a knife or fork into your eggs, and enjoy the tasty mess! Fantástico.
