Traveling with taste: national dishes of the world from cereals and beans

In the long cold winter, it is especially pleasant to indulge in dreams of long journeys. Even if the chance to go to warm countries will not fall soon, you can always bring a piece of national flavor to the family menu. And it is best to do this with products of the brand “National”.

Italian motifs

Путешествуем со вкусом: национальные блюда мира из круп и бобов

Risotto is one of the hallmarks of Italian cuisine. Rice “Giant” “National” is created specifically for this dish. This large variety of rice is also traditionally used for paella. Rice “Giant “”National” absorbs the flavors of other ingredients and has a creamy taste. Fry the chopped onion in oil until transparent. Pour 300 g of washed rice to it and, stirring constantly, fry for 2 minutes. In several steps, pour a liter of vegetable broth, adding as the rice will absorb it. In a separate frying pan, we pass a clove of garlic in olive oil with 400 g of porcini mushrooms, cut into plates. We put them in the ready-made rice, season with salt and spices to taste. Sprinkle the risotto with grated Parmesan and fresh basil and serve.

Fiesta in Spanish

Путешествуем со вкусом: национальные блюда мира из круп и бобов

Spain is rightly proud of paella in a variety of variations. Traditionally, Spaniards, like Italians, use medium-grain varieties of rice, such as “Adriatic” “National”. This rice in the process of cooking absorbs the finest flavors and shades of flavors of any ingredients. Fry the chopped onion and 2 cloves of garlic in a large frying pan with a thick bottom in olive oil. Pour 350 g of sea cocktail to them, and when it lets the juice, add 300 g of pollock fillet pieces. After 10 minutes, add 3 tomatoes in slices and sweet yellow pepper strips. We lay 400 g of rice, pour 400 ml of vegetable broth with 50 ml of white wine, cover with a lid and simmer until the liquid completely evaporates. We spread the seafood and pollock to the rice. For connoisseurs of seafood, such an exquisite paella will be a real gift.

Souvenir from Lebanon

Путешествуем со вкусом: национальные блюда мира из круп и бобов

Lebanese tabouleh salad is now eaten with pleasure all over the world. We will prepare it from bulgur “National”. Bulgur is crushed and steamed wheat of large size. Bulgur ” National» it is not necessary to wash and soak before cooking. Boil 100 g of bulgur until tender in salted water and throw it in a colander. Cut into quarters 8-10 cherry tomatoes, 1 small cucumber. Finely chop 5-7 green onion feathers, 0.5 bunch of parsley and a handful of basil. Mix the herbs with the onion in a bowl, salt to taste, pour the lime juice and 2 tbsp. l. olive oil, lightly knead with a masher. Leave the mixture for 10 minutes, so that the components are saturated with each other’s flavors. Now we spread the ready-made bulgur, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers and green dressing on a large dish. You can serve this salad as a side dish to the meat or enjoy its taste just like that.

African passions

Путешествуем со вкусом: национальные блюда мира из круп и бобов

Couscous is a delicious wheat cereal native to North Africa. As a side dish, it can be served cold or hot, it is also added to salads or used instead of bread crumbs to get a crispy crust! One of the most successful culinary combinations is couscous with Moroccan chicken. Steam 350 g of couscous “National” in 600 ml of boiling water with 1 tbsp. l. vegetable oil for 15 minutes. Soak 5 tablespoons of raisins in 30 ml of wine vinegar. Completely bake 2 sweet peppers in the oven, remove the skin and cut the flesh into strips. After scalding 3 tomatoes with boiling water, we also remove the skin from them and chop the pulp. Mix the vegetables with the raisins, pour 3 tablespoons of olive oil and put in the refrigerator for half an hour. At this time, fry 400 g of chicken fillet in cubes with onions until golden brown. It remains to combine all the components and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Such a sultry dish will add summer colors to the winter menu.

Sun of Uzbekistan

Путешествуем со вкусом: национальные блюда мира из круп и бобов

Uzbek cuisine is famous for its colorful soups, such as mashkhurda. It will be based on mash and rice “For pilaf “”National”. Mash is a popular legume crop in Asian countries, also known as”mung beans”. The legume is cooked for about 30 minutes without prolonged soaking. The taste of mash resembles beans with a nutty taste. It is used to prepare soups, side dishes for meat and fish dishes. Beans are very nutritious and well absorbed by the body, and are considered an excellent substitute for meat. Soak 100 g of mash in water for 15 minutes. Chop large pieces of 400 g of beef and fry in a saucepan with a thick bottom until golden brown. Add the chopped carrots, onion and sweet pepper. After cooking the vegetables with meat for 5 minutes, add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste with a pinch of coriander, red pepper and paprika. Pour in 2 liters of meat broth and cook the soup for 20 minutes over medium heat, covered with a lid. Next, in turn, pour out 2 potatoes with cubes, swollen mash and 3 tbsp. l. rice. It remains to bring the soup to readiness on low heat. Serve in bowls, garnished with chopped coriander and garlic.

Oriental stuff

Путешествуем со вкусом: национальные блюда мира из круп и бобов

Popular in the Middle East, hummus has long won worldwide fame. Turkish chickpeas “National” will allow you to fully enjoy all the nuances of this snack. Soak 300 g of chickpeas in water overnight and cook until tender. Puree the peas in a blender and pour in a little broth, adjusting the density. In a dry frying pan, brown 3 tbsp sesame seeds with 0.5 tsp cumin and 0.5 tsp coriander. Grind everything in a coffee grinder, add a pinch of red pepper and cumin, 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, knead the gruel. Combine sesame paste, chickpea puree and 2-3 garlic cloves passed through the press. In parts, we introduce the juice of half a lemon, tasting the hummus. You can serve it with croutons, cheese tortillas, vegetables and whatever you want.

Gastronomic trips give a whole range of unforgettable tastes and aromas. It is especially pleasant to make them in the company with the trademark “National”. After all, in its arsenal there are many products from which it is easy to prepare dishes with a unique national flavor.

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