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53 recipes tagged with capers.
4 servings For an indoor alternative that does not require a grill pan, you may cook the bacon in a heavy skillet and brown the Treviso in the bacon fat…
2 servings A Jewish deli classic that pairs perfectly with a strong cup of black coffee and the Sunday paper.
4 servings A simple, quick sauce is made here by swirling butter, lemon juice, and herbs into the braising liquid. Variations on this dependable theme are…
4 servings The combination of earthy beets, rich beef, and briny capers in these patties is inspired by Biff à la Lindström, a classic Swedish dish. These…
About ¾ cup This classic green sauce—not to be confused with Mexican salsa verde (or tomatillo salsa)—is traditionally served with braised meats, fried…
A versatile compound butter recipe with many optional flavor additions, from nuts and herbs to caviar and miso. Use to flavor other dishes.
A vibrant salsa with capers, olives, herbs, and a hint of spice. Perfect as a condiment or dip.
6 servings The essential ingredient for this classic dish is top-quality lean beef, preferably tenderloin, although top round or sirloin may be…
About 3 cups Puttanesca, or “streetwalker’s” sauce, is assembled from pantry items and ready in minutes, making it ideal for busy cooks drawn to the…
About 4 cups The combination of cinnamon, bay leaf, garlic, olives, and pickles in a tomato sauce may seem odd, but this sauce is irresistible with…
About 1 ½ cups This French classic is marvelous with salads, vegetables, cold meats, French Fries, or fried fish and shellfish.
Chicken cutlets are pan-fried and served with a tangy lemon-caper sauce made with chicken stock, lemon juice, and butter.
About ⅔ cup This tangy sauce is excellent for vegetables that need perking up, like boiled potatoes or cauliflower, but it also stands up to strongly…
About 2 cups This flavorful compound butter is a little fussy to make, but it compensates by being incredibly delicious. Serve it with grilled meats or…
4 servings Please read About Searing, Sautéing, and Pan-Frying Fish.
A lighter version of the classic French baked sandwich, featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, and Gruyère cheese. Perfect for summer with a side salad or as an…
Mackerel fillets are seared and served with a tangy tomato sauce enriched with olives, capers, and mezcal. This Latin-inspired dish is flavorful and…
Grilled panini sandwiches with turkey, provolone, and a flavorful pistachio tapenade. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch.
This egg salad uses turmeric pickled eggs and onions for a tangy, spiced twist. It's perfect on rye bread or topped with beet kraut.
Smoked salmon crostini with creamy goat cheese and caper topping make an elegant appetizer. Wild salmon is smoked with cherrywood for delicate flavor.
Marinated sea bass is served with a roasted pepper and preserved lemon salad. The dish features a unique nutty flavor from argan oil.
A creamy celeriac root purée made with almost-burned butter is paired with a flavorful chicken picadillo featuring tequila, pumpkin, and olives. This dish…
A classic Neapolitan pasta dish with a bold, savory sauce of tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, and garlic. Quick to prepare yet deeply flavorful, it's…
A vibrant Mediterranean potato salad with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, anchovies, capers, and fresh herbs, bound with a light mayonnaise dressing. Perfect…
Toasted baguette slices topped with goat cheese, caraway seeds, cucumber, Nova lox, red onion, and capers. A quick and impressive appetizer for brunch.
A quick and elegant salmon dish with a tangy lemon-caper sauce. Ready in 25 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Grilled lamb rib chops (lollipops) are served with a bright and briny Italian-inspired salsa verde made from parsley, basil, capers, anchovies, and…
A light, tangy lime vinaigrette paired with a chunky salsa verde of capers, olives, and fresh herbs. Perfect for fruit salads or tender greens.
Smoked salmon toasts with cashew cream cheese, capers, red onion, and tomato on gluten-free crispbreads, served with creamy mashed plantains (cayeye)…
A creamy white risotto with floral bee pollen and briny capers, inspired by Massimiliano Alajmo. This simple risotto bianco balances acidic capers with…
Chicken Marbella is a sweet and tangy slow-cooked chicken dish with prunes, olives, and capers, served over rice.
Seared salmon fillets are paired with charred green beans tossed with garlic, chile, and capers for a quick and flavorful meal.
A sheet pan meal featuring roasted bell peppers, fennel, and onion with cod or halibut, finished with a tangy sherry-caper sauce.
A grilled salmon Niçoise salad with fingerling potatoes, green beans, olives, capers, and tarragon dressing. Perfect for a summer meal.
A quick and easy side dish featuring crisp-tender broccolini and creamy white beans tossed in a tangy lemon-honey mustard dressing with capers. Perfect…
A quick and easy side dish featuring crisp-tender broccolini and creamy white beans tossed in a tangy lemon-honey mustard dressing with capers. Perfect…
A vibrant salsa verde made with parsley, capers, lemon, and anchovies for umami. Ready in 5 minutes.
Roasted asparagus topped with a tangy vinaigrette made with hard-boiled eggs, capers, and fresh parsley. A perfect spring side dish for brunch or lunch.
Whole trout stuffed with aromatic herbs and lemon, grilled to perfection. A simple yet flavorful dish that highlights the mild taste of fresh trout.
Crispy zaatar-crusted halloumi served with lemony couscous tossed with chili, parsley, and capers. A quick and flavorful vegetarian meal ready in 15…
A twist on traditional caponata, using cauliflower instead of eggplant, topped with herb-crusted steak tips and shredded Gruyère cheese.
A smoked salmon frittata with cream cheese, capers, and dill, reminiscent of a bagel. Perfect for any meal of the day.
A classic French rémoulade sauce made with mayonnaise, mustard, hot sauce, capers, and fresh herbs. Perfect for fried seafood, chicken, or as a sandwich…
A comforting pasta bake with canned tuna, tomatoes, and a surprising twist of grated apple. The apple adds a subtle sweetness and texture, making this a…
Pan-seared salmon fillets are served with a tangy lemon-caper butter sauce. This quick and elegant dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
A classic Greek salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, olives, and feta cheese, dressed with red wine vinegar and oregano.
Bow-tie pasta and langostino are tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, pancetta, garlic, onions, and yellow bell peppers in a Mediterranean-inspired sauce. This…
A savory meatloaf glazed with spicy Calabrian chile ketchup, served with roasted potatoes and carrots tossed in a lemon-caper dressing.
A quick and flavorful skillet meal with succulent shrimp, tender couscous, and a creamy lemon labneh sauce. The romesco sauce adds a nutty depth, while…
Roasted poblano peppers are stuffed with a flavorful couscous mixture featuring spinach, raisins, capers, and pickled peppers, then baked and served over…
A rich seafood pasta featuring crayfish and shrimp in a buttery garlic sauce, finished with capers. Quick and flavorful for a weeknight dinner.
Chicken piccata is a classic Italian dish featuring pan-seared chicken breasts in a tangy lemon, caper, and white wine sauce. Served over spaghetti and…
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