aspiring gourmet
Assistant Cook
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- Mar 15, 2006
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Hi guys!
I'm new to the Forum and I think I will enjoy it here!
I am a little confused about pairing foods with side dishes, salads, etc...
I'm cooking some lamb chops for guests. I am going to make them with fresh rosemary, olive oil, lemon and a lil' wine in the grill pan. Appetizers are greek themed - hummus, pits, roasted veggies, spanakopita, etc...
As a side dish, I would love to make this mushroom risotto I do quite well. Is it weird to pair lamb with that? I know it would go best with potatoes, but I am so tempted by the risotto!
Am I overthinking this? I'm often confused about the best side dishes to serve with meat - should they be from the same cuisine or can I mix it up? (I mean,. I know there are no "rules" but I don't want to confuse the taste buds...)
Any input appreciated!
I'm new to the Forum and I think I will enjoy it here!
I am a little confused about pairing foods with side dishes, salads, etc...
I'm cooking some lamb chops for guests. I am going to make them with fresh rosemary, olive oil, lemon and a lil' wine in the grill pan. Appetizers are greek themed - hummus, pits, roasted veggies, spanakopita, etc...
As a side dish, I would love to make this mushroom risotto I do quite well. Is it weird to pair lamb with that? I know it would go best with potatoes, but I am so tempted by the risotto!
Am I overthinking this? I'm often confused about the best side dishes to serve with meat - should they be from the same cuisine or can I mix it up? (I mean,. I know there are no "rules" but I don't want to confuse the taste buds...)
Any input appreciated!