Sole is a delightful and versatile fish. Sole is often sold in prepared filets or already cleaned, but if using whole fresh sole, the skin needs to be removed before cooking. Here’s how to do it. Difficulty: Average Time Required: 3-5 minutes per fish Here’s How: Lay the fish on a cutting board. Cut off the head […]

In Greek: γλώσσες με σάλτσα, pronounced GLAW-ses meh SAHLT-sah This is an easy recipe for an elegant dish. It can also be made with flounder. Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients: 6 whole sole (fresh or frozen), cleaned and skinned 1 pound of ripe tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped 2 onions, minced 2 tablespoons of chopped […]

In Greek: γλώσσες πανέ, pronounced GLAW-ses pah-NEH Toasted breadcrumbs for the coating add a delightful crunch. Try adding parsley and/or garlic to the breadcrumbs for a taste of herbs, or use seasoned toasted breadcrumbs. Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 6-8 whole sole, cleaned and skinned sea salt freshly ground black pepper toasted breadcrumbs 2 eggs […]

In Greek: γλώσσα με σταφύλι και κάππαρη, say: GHLOH-sah meh stah-FEE-lee keh KAH-pah-ree This recipe for fillet of sole is quick, easy, and delicious. The sole is seasoned, dredged in flour, and lightly browned. A sauce made with grapes, capers, wine, and herbs tops the fish, adding a lovely light taste that doesn’t overwhelm the […]

In Greek: γλώσσα με σταφύλι και κάππαρη, say: GHLOH-sah meh stah-FEE-lee keh KAH-pah-ree This recipe for fillet of sole is quick, easy, and delicious. The sole is seasoned, dredged in flour, and lightly browned. A sauce made with grapes, capers, wine, and herbs tops the fish, adding a lovely light taste that doesn’t overwhelm the […]

n Greek: γλώσσα με σπανάκι, pronounced GLOH-sah meh spah-NAH-kee Fillet of sole on a bed of spinach, baked in a cheese bechamel sauce. This is a delicious and beautiful dish. Choose an oven-to-table baking dish for a lovely presentation. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Ingredients: 2 pounds of spinach, washed and coarsely chopped 2 […]

In Greek: γλώσσες φριτούρα, pronounced GHLAW-ses free-TOO-rah The key to this fabulous batter is the egg white meringue. Fold it into the batter just before using. Ingredients: 12 fillets of sole 3/4 cup of beer 2 eggs, separated 1/2 cup plus 1 level tablespoon of all-purpose flour juice of 1 lemon sea salt freshly ground […]

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The first references to the dietary habits of Ancient Greece are traced to the texts of classic tragedians and comedy writers; information on the subject is more richly provided in sources pertaining to the Hellenistic Age, the Roman Era and the Byzantine Period. The number of books and studies written in the course of these […]