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The masterly handling of olive oil

"The Gold of Zante" olive oil may be stored up to 18
months, provided it is always well sealed and kept in a dark place
at a temperature between 10 - 16 °C.
Olive oil can be highly heated. As
a result of its ideal fat constitution, "native olive oil extra"
and "native olive oil" can be heated to 180 °C without
losing their valuable properties.
Olive oil lends a Mediterranean note
to cold and warm cuisine. Dishes, from the simple to the refined
take on the flair of the Mediterranean; the aroma irresistibly brings
back the holiday memories of Zakynthos.
Fresh salads prepared with "The
Gold of Zante" are always a delicacy of fine cuisine. Here
is a tip: always add the olive oil to the salad last, so the spices
are already bound to the salad.
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Pickled vegetables, mushrooms and seafood,
those fantastic hors d'oeuvres from the Mediterranean region only take
on their typical character with olive oil.
Vegetables dry out less if microwaved in
olive oil.
Steaks, lamb and pork chops become especially
tender if they are marinated in olive oil, thyme, pepper and garlic a
couple of hours before roasting.
Oil used for frying should subsequently be
filtered and will then be suitable for use ten times over.
Mild olive oil for backing pastries gives
a juicy consistency and is ideal for frying pastry as well as vegetables
and meat.
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