In modern Mediterranean cuisine, I find it that garum has still left a mark. There are several dishes that can be spiced up to a new level by just adding a dash of fish sauce or finely chopped...
In modern Mediterranean cuisine, I find it that garum has still left a mark. There are several dishes that can be spiced up to a new level by just adding a dash of fish sauce or finely chopped anchovies.
I like to add it to a smiple tomato sauce, as it enhances the umami of tomatoes (and parmesan) and brings a further complexity to the dish. You use it just as a spice, so it does not take over the taste, and unless you know it is there it is virtually impossoble to pin-point what that "secret sauce" is.
If anyone finds proper garum, do let me know. It is on my list of things to find and try.
Bonus: my fave ancient Roman appetiser: take dates, sprinkle (generously) with black pepper, serve. Dead simple. Surprisingly good stuff!
P.S. Obligatory "Dick from the Internet" comment: I had to cringe a few times during the video how some words were pronunced, but it was far better then most. (source: has 9 years of Latin in both pronunciations)
In modern Mediterranean cuisine, I find it that garum has still left a mark. There are several dishes that can be spiced up to a new level by just adding a dash of fish sauce or finely chopped anchovies.
I like to add it to a smiple tomato sauce, as it enhances the umami of tomatoes (and parmesan) and brings a further complexity to the dish. You use it just as a spice, so it does not take over the taste, and unless you know it is there it is virtually impossoble to pin-point what that "secret sauce" is.
If anyone finds proper garum, do let me know. It is on my list of things to find and try.
Bonus: my fave ancient Roman appetiser: take dates, sprinkle (generously) with black pepper, serve. Dead simple. Surprisingly good stuff!
P.S. Obligatory "Dick from the Internet" comment: I had to cringe a few times during the video how some words were pronunced, but it was far better then most. (source: has 9 years of Latin in both pronunciations)