Santiago’s signature sandwich is the chacarero, a mouth-stretching pileup of grilled steak, mashed avocado, tomato, green beans, and a shot of hot sauce on a soft roll. This unusual combination, chockful of healthy veggies, is served up at casual eateries all over the city, from lunch counters to beer halls. It’s equally delicious when made with grilled pork, chicken, or vegetables, and thanks to the olive oil-based marinade, guaranteed to be anything but ordinary!
They say what’s old is new again, and that’s definitely true about the classic hors d’oeuvre deviled eggs. But I like to put a Mediterranean spin on this popular canape with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil as the enrichment rather than the original, butter. Olive oil not only adds creaminess, but a delicious spiciness, too. […]
Having traveled extensively in South America for the Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club, I’ve been able to try many versions of ceviche, the wildly popular—and delicious—dish that cooks itself thanks to the acid in one of its hallmark ingredients: citrus juice. There are as many versions of ceviche as there are seafood and spice choices, and each country—often each region within each country—has its favorite.
Two of Spain’s iconic foods—oranges and olives—mesh beautifully in this colorful pimentón-infused salsa. Wonderful with chicken, it also plays well with veal chops, pork tenderloin, shrimp, salmon, tuna, cod, and, of course, your favorite chips! Ingredients 1 large navel orange 1 clove garlic, finely minced 1/2 cup rough-chopped pimento-stuffed green olives 1/3 cup diced celery […]
