Carpaccio: An Italian summer classic
Also in August the temperatures can still be very high and when it's hot outside, cold light dishes are perfect for a dinner on the balcony or in the garden. Italians know that and have invented many fresh summer dishes over the centuries. How about trying a real Italian summer classic tonight? The Carpaccio!
Carpaccio is very thinly sliced veal meat or alternatively beef meat. It is usually served raw with a salad and a dressing. Compared to many other summer dishes that are usually based on salads and vegetables this one, including meat, should also keep the men happy.
There are many variations of thisrecipe but without doubt the most popular one is the classic carpaccio with arugula and parmesan cheese, a very easy and quick dish to prepare.
The first step is to prepare the sauce, a sauce with olive oil, lemon juice (to cure the meat), salt and pepper. Simply mix the ingredients to your liking until you get a homogeneous mixture. Then you'll need the meat: The veal (or beef) should be lean and cut in very thin slices and placed on a flat plate just a few moments before being served.
On top of the meat, place thin flakes of Parmesan (best use real Parmigiano Reggiano) and well washed and dried fresh rocket leaves. Finally dress it with the prepared dressing. Serve it immediately to avoid that the raw meat is standing in the heat for too long.
This dish is great for family dinners and especially when you have guests. All the ingredients can be prepared well ahead of the dinner and just need to be combined on a plate when it's time to eat.No messy kitchen to clean up afterwards! The Carpaccio can be served as the main dinner dish or as a starter. To treat your guests serve a fresh, lightly chilled red wine with it.
Don't forget to use some nice dinner plates to add a special touch to the table. Great plates in Italian designs are for example available from Bormioli Rocco. Visit the online catalog „My Home" on their website for the full product range. We recommend the plates from the dinner plate line „Eclipse". Made from solid tempered glass, also three different sizes of cups and a large salad bowl for fresh summer salads are available.
If you need a recipe for dessert, have a look at the website. It's also full of table design ideas and more authentic Italian recipes. Everything you need for a perfect end of summer dinner party!
Carpaccio is very thinly sliced veal meat or alternatively beef meat. It is usually served raw with a salad and a dressing. Compared to many other summer dishes that are usually based on salads and vegetables this one, including meat, should also keep the men happy.
There are many variations of thisrecipe but without doubt the most popular one is the classic carpaccio with arugula and parmesan cheese, a very easy and quick dish to prepare.
The first step is to prepare the sauce, a sauce with olive oil, lemon juice (to cure the meat), salt and pepper. Simply mix the ingredients to your liking until you get a homogeneous mixture. Then you'll need the meat: The veal (or beef) should be lean and cut in very thin slices and placed on a flat plate just a few moments before being served.
On top of the meat, place thin flakes of Parmesan (best use real Parmigiano Reggiano) and well washed and dried fresh rocket leaves. Finally dress it with the prepared dressing. Serve it immediately to avoid that the raw meat is standing in the heat for too long.
This dish is great for family dinners and especially when you have guests. All the ingredients can be prepared well ahead of the dinner and just need to be combined on a plate when it's time to eat.No messy kitchen to clean up afterwards! The Carpaccio can be served as the main dinner dish or as a starter. To treat your guests serve a fresh, lightly chilled red wine with it.
Don't forget to use some nice dinner plates to add a special touch to the table. Great plates in Italian designs are for example available from Bormioli Rocco. Visit the online catalog „My Home" on their website for the full product range. We recommend the plates from the dinner plate line „Eclipse". Made from solid tempered glass, also three different sizes of cups and a large salad bowl for fresh summer salads are available.
If you need a recipe for dessert, have a look at the website. It's also full of table design ideas and more authentic Italian recipes. Everything you need for a perfect end of summer dinner party!
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