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European Culinary Journey Recipes

Ingredient lists, measurements, and basic utensils for each dish featured in the Culinary Eurotrip class.

This document provides ingredient lists and measurements for each dish featured in the Culinary Eurotrip class, tailored for students in the United States, Canada, and Latin America. It also includes a basic utensil list for preparing these recipes. Measurements are provided in both metric and U.S. customary units where appropriate.

Fresh Pasta

Italy – Fresh Pasta

June 22nd

Fresh pasta is made by mixing flour with eggs, sometimes a little olive oil and salt, to form a dough that can be rolled thin and cut into shapes. It cooks quickly and can be served with a simple sauce.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 2 cups / 250 g all-purpose or “00” flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, optional
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 1–2 tbsp water, as needed to bring the dough together
Belgian Frites

Belgium – Belgian Frites

June 29th

Belgian-style frites are thick-cut potatoes that are fried twice for a crisp exterior and fluffy interior. They are typically served salted and with mayonnaise or other sauces.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 4 large russet potatoes, about 2 lb / 1 kg
  • Vegetable oil for deep-frying, about 2 qt / 2 L
  • Salt to taste
  • Mayonnaise or other sauces, for serving, optional
Fish and Chips

England – Fish & Chips

July 6th

Fish and chips is a classic British dish of battered and fried white fish served with thick-cut fried potatoes.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 4 white fish fillets, cod or haddock, about 6 oz / 170 g each
  • 1 cup / 125 g all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 1 cup / 240 ml sparkling water
  • 1 tsp baking powder or baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 4 large russet potatoes, cut into thick chips
  • Vegetable oil for frying, about 2 qt / 2 L
  • Lemon wedges and tartar sauce, for serving
Tortilla de Patatas

Spain – Tortilla de Patatas

July 13th

The Spanish omelette, or tortilla de patatas, is a thick omelette made with potatoes and eggs, often with onions. It is served as a tapa or light meal.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 1½ lb / 700 g potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, optional
  • 1 cup / 240 ml olive oil for frying; some will be drained off
  • 1 tsp salt
Shish Kebab

Turkey – Shish Kebab

July 20th

Shish kebab consists of cubes of marinated meat skewered and grilled. Lamb is traditional, but beef or chicken can also be used.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 1½ lb / 700 g boneless lamb or beef, cut into 1 inch / 2.5 cm cubes
  • 1 onion, grated or finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Metal or soaked wooden skewers
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Turkey – Flour-Based Helva

July 20th

Flour-based helva is a simple Turkish sweet made by toasting flour in butter and cooking it with a sugar syrup. Nuts can be added for texture.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 1 cup / 125 g all-purpose flour or semolina
  • ½ cup / 100 g unsalted butter
  • 1 cup / 200 g sugar
  • 1 cup / 240 ml water or milk
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts, optional
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon or vanilla, optional
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Germany/Austria – Bratwurst & Sauerkraut

July 27th

Sauerkraut is fermented white cabbage. Making your own requires just cabbage and salt; the mixture ferments for several weeks.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 1 medium head of white cabbage, about 2 lb / 1 kg
  • 1 tbsp sea salt, non-iodized
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds or juniper berries, optional
  • 4 pork bratwurst sausages, about 3½ oz / 100 g each
  • 1 tbsp oil or butter for cooking
Apple Strudel

🇦🇹 Austria – Apple Strudel

July 27th

Apple strudel consists of a thin pastry filled with spiced apples, raisins, and toasted bread crumbs. It is rolled, baked, and sliced.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • For the dough: 1¼ cups / 150 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter
  • Pinch of salt
  • ⅓ cup / 80 ml lukewarm water
  • For the filling: 6 cups thinly sliced tart apples
  • ½ cup / 100 g sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup / 80 g raisins, optional
  • ½ cup / 50 g bread crumbs toasted in 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp melted butter for brushing
Greek Gyro

🇬🇷 Greece – Gyro

August 3rd

Gyros are seasoned meat slices cooked on a vertical rotisserie and served in pita bread with tomato, onion, fries, and tzatziki.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 1½ lb / 700 g pork shoulder or chicken thighs, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Greek yogurt, optional, for tenderizing
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup sliced tomatoes
  • 1 cup sliced onions
  • 1 cup cooked fries, optional
  • For the tzatziki sauce: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, ½ cucumber grated and drained, 1 clove garlic minced, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped dill or mint, salt to taste
French Crêpes

🇫🇷 France – Crêpes

August 10th

French crêpes are thin, unleavened pancakes made from a simple batter of flour, eggs, and milk. They may be sweet or savoury.

Ingredients
Approximate for 4 servings

  • 1 cup / 125 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1½ cups / 360 ml milk
  • 2 tbsp melted butter, plus extra for the pan
  • 1 tbsp sugar, optional, for sweet crêpes
  • ¼ tsp salt

Basic Utensils

The following utensils will be helpful when preparing these recipes. Many of these items are common in home kitchens:

  • Mixing bowls, various sizes
  • Measuring cups and measuring spoons
  • Kitchen scale for weighing ingredients
  • Cutting board and chef’s knife
  • Peeler for potatoes and apples
  • Large pot for boiling pasta or deep-frying
  • Large skillet or non-stick frying pan
  • Deep frying thermometer and slotted spoon for frying
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Rolling pin for pasta and strudel dough
  • Whisk for mixing batters
  • Colander or strainer
  • Cheese grater for Parmesan or grating apples
  • Baking sheet and parchment paper
  • Optional: Pasta machine for rolling pasta dough
  • Skewers, metal or wooden, for kebabs
  • Large jar or crock for fermenting sauerkraut
  • Pastry brush for butter on strudel dough
  • Tongs for turning foods when frying or grilling
  • Serving plates, bowls, and cutlery