Anaïs Allahoum
If you enjoy eating Mediterranean food, then you may be interested to know what countries are considered Mediterranean. This blog post will give you a brief overview of those countries and the food that they have to offer.
The term ‘Mediterranean’ is used to refer to the regions bordering the sea within Europe, North Africa, and Asia. However, while all these regions have similarities in climate and cuisine, there are also differences amongst them. Below is a list of countries that are considered Mediterranean:
Italy, Greece, France, Spain, Portugal, Turkey, Egypt, and Morocco.
Concerning the Mediterranean food itself, it mainly comprises of many fish dishes like the famous Turkish and Greek meze which consist of a multitude of different appetizers. Examples of these dishes can be olives, tomatoes, and feta cheese which are just some of their diverse ingredients.
The rich and vibrant colors of these Mediterranean dishes make them so inviting. In general, all the different tastes make it such an appealing menu item. Most of the food that is served is made with fresh vegetables and herbs. The best thing about this type of cooking is that it does not require too much cooking. This is because most of the ingredients are already cooked or preserved prior to being cooked.
If you would like to try Mediterranean food, then it might be a good idea to look for recipes online. For example, you could choose potato stew as one of your appetizers. It is made with small new potatoes and Plantago along with garlic, olive oil, parsley, and salt. A great thing about this recipe is that you can add any ingredients that you may have in your kitchen as long as they compliment the dish.
The main ingredients of Mediterranean food are tomatoes, olives, olive oil, garlic, and basil. Foods that are common in the Mediterranean include lentils, chickpeas (garbanzo beans), peppers, all types of pasta, and bread. The Mediterranean cuisine is known for its use of herbs and spices such as basil, oregano, and saffron. It also uses a very large amount of seafood along with fruits like oranges and figures
In conclusion, Mediterranean food is a very popular cuisine to eat at the moment.
