The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters 814: Ottolenghi Comfort with Yotam Ottolenghi and Classic German Cooking with Luisa Weiss
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Nov 7, 2025 Yotam Ottolenghi, beloved for his Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, shares insights from his latest book, discussing how dishes like 'Thousand Hole Pancakes' connect us to memories and emotions through texture and taste. Luisa Weiss, author of 'Classic German Cooking,' reflects on her childhood favorites, such as hearty school lunches and the comfort of ‘abendrot’ dinners. Together, they explore the cultural significance and global diversity of comfort food, challenging stereotypes while celebrating the richness of traditional German dishes like Käsespätzle.
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Childhood Market Meatball Memory
- Yotam recalls chicken meatballs inspired by Iraqi/Kurdish kubeh in Jerusalem markets with lemony, turmeric flavors.
- He turned the dumpling filling into poached meatballs in a lemony broth with potatoes and cilantro.
Grate Potato Into Meatballs
- Grate potato into chicken meatball mix to lighten texture and extend meat while absorbing broth flavors.
- Use grated potato or zucchini to keep poultry meatballs tender and more interesting.
Slow‑Cook Zucchini For Silky Results
- Salt and drain grated zucchini, then slow-cook with olive oil under a lid for a silky texture.
- Use the cooled zucchini as a topping or salad component with pickled shallots and roasted salmon.