Top 4 Red Wine Pairings for Delicious Dishes
Discover four exquisite dishes that perfectly complement red wine. From grilled eggplants with mint to hearty lentil curry, these recipes enhance your wine experience. Ideal for elevating dinners or small gatherings, these pairings promise rich flavors and delightful aromas when enjoyed with the right glass of red wine.
Top 4 Dishes Perfectly Complemented by Red Wine
Although many dishes can be paired with red wine, certain combinations enhance the flavors remarkably. Explore your culinary creativity by trying these exceptional recipes, which are specially suited for a glass of rich red wine.
Grilled Eggplants with Yogurt and Mint
Ingredients:
40 oz eggplant
2 tbsp yogurt
Lemon wedge
Salt and pepper
Chopped fresh mint
Preparation:
Slice eggplants into rounds, season with salt and pepper. Grill until charred and tender. Mix yogurt with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Drizzle over eggplants and garnish with mint. Serve with a glass of red wine for the perfect pairing.
Hearty Green Lentil Curry
Ingredients:
½ tsp grated ginger
½ tsp cumin seeds
½ tsp grated garlic
¼ tsp paprika
¼ tsp turmeric
2 sliced onions
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 oz green lentils
Spice mix: cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves
Preparation:
In a skillet, heat oil and toast cumin seeds. Add onions and spices, cook briefly. Stir in tomato paste until oil separates. Add pre-soaked lentils and salt, simmer until cooked. Finish with spice mix and serve hot with rice or bread. Enjoy with a glass of Grenache for a delightful experience.
Ratatouille Tart
Ingredients:
3 tbsp olive oil
½ cup chopped onions
5 oz eggplant
5 oz zucchini
5 oz crushed tomato or puree
Pre-baked pastry sheet
Preparation:
Sauté onions in 2 tbsp olive oil until translucent. Add diced eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes, cook until tender. Spread the vegetable mixture into a pre-baked tart shell. Warm briefly in the oven. Serve with Morgan Beaujolais for an ideal red wine pairing that enhances the flavors.
Mushroom Crostini
Ingredients:
1 baguette
10-12 mushrooms (approx. ½ lb)
3 tbsp yogurt
Lemon squeeze
Chopped mint
Chopped blanched spinach
Cheese for garnish
Preparation:
Slice mushrooms and sauté until golden. Mix yogurt with lemon, mint, and spinach. Toast baguette slices. Spread yogurt mixture on each, top with mushrooms and cheese. Bake until warm and serve with a glass of Sangiovese for a delightful pairing.
