CONCORD, Calif., Oct. 8, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Even a simple ingredient, relish or side dish can take a simple dish to the next level. Author Gulalai Lilly Sulymankhel shares how you can spice up your food with very rich Mediterranean rituals through a lifetime collection of Afghani style recipes in Zest of Mediterraneo.
Chutneys are sweet and spicy condiments, which are an integral part of daily meals in Afghan cuisine. This basic condiment can be prepared easily since it doesn't require any cooking and can remain edible for weeks or even months. The ingredients in chutney can consist of a wide variety of fruits, vegetables or spices and are usually contained in jars filled with lemon juice or vinegar. This array of flavors and zests makes it a perfect garnish for steak, poultry, fish, and even rice. But chutneys aren't restricted to meals as they can be paired with other foods such chips or mashed potatoes.
Since the author moved to America in 1982, she has made her own chutneys prepared from scratch as her grandmother had done. She has adopted her Afghani style of chutney to cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving turkey, adding various spices to give it more zest and flavor. With just a few minutes of preparation, one can transform a regular meal into a culinary masterpiece. Indulge in the robust taste of the Mediterranean with Zest of Mediterraneo!
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About the Author
Gulalai Lilly Sulymankhel from a young age used to grow herbs and taste a variety of Asian and European foods. She loved to cook as an adolescent. Now she grows most of her vegetables in her own backyard taking complete advantage of the beautiful Northern Californian climate.
Zest of Mediterraneo * by Gulalai Lilly Sulymankhel
Publication Date: November 11, 2008
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