Combining some of the best known ingredients of the Eastern Mediterranean, this salad is as exquisite in its simplicity as it is in its rich flavor. This is a modern version of a five thousand year old recipe.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 2
relative cost : 3
possible day ahead preparation : n
storing : n
freezing : n
reheating : n
tips :
serving suggestion :
Serve with crusty bread on the side.
TIME:
prep time : 01:20
cook time : 00:45
!! 52 Mussel Pilaf
ING:
Servings: 2 people
[Olive oil] 3 tbs
Chopped [onion] 1
Fresh [mussels] 500 g
Water 240 ml
Dry white [wine] 3 tbs
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Short-grain [rice] 125 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
@
Servings: 4 people
[Olive oil] 60 ml
Chopped [onions] 1-2
Fresh [mussels] 1 kg
Water 480 ml
Dry white [wine] 80 ml
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Short-grain [rice] 250 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
@
Servings: 6 people
[Olive oil] 80 ml
Chopped [onions] 2
Fresh [mussels] 1 1/2 kg
Water 720 ml
Dry white [wine] 120 ml
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Short-grain [rice] 375 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
@
Servings: 8 people
[Olive oil] 120 ml
Chopped [onions] 3
Fresh [mussels] 2 kg
Water 960 ml
Dry white [wine] 160 ml
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Short-grain [rice] 500 g
Chopped [parsley] medium bunch
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
@
Servings: 10 people
[Olive] oil 120 ml
Chopped [onions] 3-4
Fresh [mussels] 2 1/2 kg
Water 1 1/4 liters
Dry white [wine] 200 ml
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Short-grain [rice] 625 g
Chopped [parsley] medium bunch
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
@
Servings: 12 people
[Olive oil] 135 ml
Chopped [onions] 4
Fresh [mussels] 3 kg
Water 1 1/2 liters
Dry white [wine] 240 ml
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Short-grain [rice] 750 g
Chopped [parsley] medium bunch
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
@
TOOLS:
[Colander]
[Chef's knife]
[Cutting board]
Large pot with lid
[Slotted spoon]
[Pepper mill]
[Bowl]
[Wooden spoon]
[Kitchen towel]
[Fork]
INFO:
Actress Mellina Mercuri once observed that "men think this dish will make them more masculine. That is not true. It will, however, make them happy enough to get along with, so their wives or lovers can be assured of a peaceful evening."
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 1
relative cost : 2
possible day ahead preparation : n
storing : refrigerate
freezing : n
reheating : To reheat warm some olive oil in a sautÄ pan, then sautÄ over medium-low heat until hot.
tips :
serving suggestion :
Serve with a fresh green salad and lots of fresh lemon or with an olive oil vinaigrette.
TIME:
prep time : 00:45
cook Time : 00:30
!! 53 Stuffed Zucchini
ING:
Servings: 2 people
[Tomato] 1
Medium [zucchini] 8
[Olive oil] 2 tbs
Chopped [onion] 1
Ground [lamb] 350 g
Short-grain [rice] 25 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
Chopped [mint] leaves small bunch
Ground [cinnamon] pinch
Ground [cardamom] pinch
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Chicken stock] or meat stock 180 ml
[Cornstarch] 1 tsp
[Egg] 1
[Lemon] juice 1 tbs
@
Servings: 4 people
[Tomatoes] 1-2
Medium [zucchini] 16
[Olive oil] 3 tbs
Chopped [onions] 1-2
Ground [lamb] 650 g
Short-grain [rice] 50 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
Chopped [mint] leaves small bunch
Ground [cinnamon] 1/4 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 1/4 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Chicken stock] or meat stock 320 ml
[Cornstarch] 2 tsp
[Egg] 1
[Lemon] juice 3 tbs
@
Servings: 6 people
[Tomatoes] 2
Medium [zucchini] 24
[Olive oil] 60 ml
Chopped [onions] 2
Ground [lamb] 1 kg
Short-grain [rice] 75 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
Chopped [mint] leaves small bunch
Ground [cinnamon] 1/4 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 1/4 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Chicken stock] or meat stock 480 ml
[Cornstarch] 1 tbs
[Eggs] 2
[Lemon] juice 60 ml
@
Servings: 8 people
[Tomatoes] 3
Medium [zucchini] 32
[Olive oil] 80 ml
Chopped [onions] 3
Ground [lamb] 1 1/4 kg
Short-grain [rice] 100 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
Chopped [mint] leaves small bunch
Ground [cinnamon] 1/3 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 1/3 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Chicken stock] or meat stock 640 ml
[Cornstarch] 1 tbs
[Eggs] 3
[Lemon] juice 80 ml
@
Servings: 10 people
[Tomatoes] 3-4
Medium [zucchini] 40
[Olive oil] 90 ml
Chopped [onions] 3-4
Ground [lamb] 1 3/4 kg
Short-grain [rice] 125 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
Chopped [mint] leaves small bunch
Ground [cinnamon] 1/2 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 1/2 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Chicken stock] or meat stock 800 ml
[Cornstarch] 2 tbs
[Eggs] 3
[Lemon] juice 100 ml
@
Servings: 12 people
[Tomatoes] 4
Medium [zucchini] 48
[Olive oil] 120 ml
Chopped [onions] 4
Ground [lamb] 2 kg
Short-grain [rice] 150 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
Chopped [mint] leaves small bunch
Ground [cinnamon] 3/4 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 3/4 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Chicken stock] or meat stock 1 liter
[Cornstarch] 2 tbs
[Eggs] 4
[Lemon] juice 120 ml
@
TOOLS:
Large pot
[Chef's knife]
[Cutting board]
[Zucchini corer]
[Frying pan]
[Wooden spoon]
Heat-resistant plate
[Strainer]
[Saucepan] with a lid
[Bowls]
[Pepper mill]
[Whisk] or [electric mixer]
INFO:
The zucchini squash on the island of Cyprus often grow to a length of 1 meter. They are excellent when fried and when stuffed they are magnificent. Happily, you will not need to hunt for one of those huge zucchinis. Any size will do but keep in mind, the smaller the zucchinis, the stronger the aroma.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 2
relative cost : 2
possible day ahead preparation : y
storing : refrigerate
freezing : y
reheating : To reheat add a little water and reheat on a stove top, with the cooking liquid, until hot.
tips :
serving suggestion :
Serve with plenty of white rice and the sauce on the side.
TIME:
prep time : 01:30
cook time : 02:05
!! 54 Khubz - Pita Bread
ING:
Servings: 6 - 8 pitas
Fresh [yeast] 12 g
Warm water 240 ml
[Sugar] 1/2 tsp
Plain [flour] 500 g
[Olive oil] 2 tbs
[Salt] 1 tsp
@
TOOLS:
[Bowl] or [electric mixer]
[Kitchen towel]
[Rolling pin]
[Baking sheet]
[Wire rack]
INFO:
Pita is the best known bread of the Eastern Mediterranean. The "pocket" of the pita can be used to hold an infinite number of ingredients for a sandwich or can be toasted and eaten with honey, butter or jam. Best of all, the bread is considered ideal for finishing off whatever sauce remains on one's plate when the meat, fish or poultry has been finished off. The type of bread has a lot to do with the flour used: a coarse flour will result in a dark, natural bread, where as a refined white flour makes a light bread. This recipe results in a soft, chewy pocket that is ideal for either stuffing or absorbing sauces.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 2
relative cost : 1
possible day ahead preparation : Only the dough may be prepared ahead
storing : refrigerate
freezing : Freeze pita bread as fresh as possible and transfer straight to the oven
reheating : To reheat sprinkle with water and place in the oven at 180 í C for 3-4 minutes
tips :
serving suggestion :
Fill the pocket with humus, tahini, vegetables, cheese, falafel, kebabs or chicken breasts. It should also be served alongside soups, stews, and any dish which requires "dipping."
TIME:
prep time : 01:10
cook time : 00:07
!! 55 Meatless Cabbage Rolls - Lebanon
ING:
Servings: 2 people
Stuffing:
Chopped spring [onions] small bunch
[Olive oil] 2 tbs
Long-grain [rice] 50 g
Drained canned [chickpeas] 30 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
Chopped [dill] a handful
Canned chopped [tomatoes] 1/2 small can
Ground [allspice] pinch
Ground [cardamom] pinch
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cabbage leaves 4
or silver [beet] leaves
Olive oil 2 tbs
[Lemon] juice 2 tsp
Chopped fresh [mint] a handful
or dry mint 1 tsp
Sliced [garlic] clove 1
Tomato paste 1 tsp
@
Servings: 4 people
Stuffing:
Chopped spring [onions] small bunch
[Olive oil] 3 tbs
Long-grain [rice] 75 g
Drained canned [chickpeas] 60 g
Chopped [parsley] small bunch
Chopped [dill] a handful
Canned chopped [tomatoes] 1/2 small can
Ground [allspice] pinch
Ground [cardamom] pinch
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cabbage leaves 8
or silver [beet] leaves
Olive oil 60 ml
[Lemon] juice 1 tbs
Chopped fresh [mint] a handful
or dry mint 1 tsp
Sliced [garlic] clove 1
Tomato paste 1 tsp
@
Servings: 6 people
Stuffing:
Chopped spring [onions] medium bunch
[Olive oil] 3 tbs
Long-grain [rice] 100 g
Drained canned [chickpeas] 100 g
Chopped [parsley] medium bunch
Chopped [dill] a handful
Canned chopped [tomatoes] 1/2 small can
Ground [allspice] 1/4 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 1/4 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cabbage leaves 12
or silver [beet] leaves
Olive oil 75 ml
[Lemon] juice 2 tbs
Chopped fresh [mint] a handful
or dry mint 1 tsp
Sliced [garlic] clove 1
Tomato paste 1 tsp
@
Servings: 8 people
Stuffing:
Chopped spring [onions] medium bunch
[Olive oil] 60 ml
Long-grain [rice] 125 g
Drained canned [chickpeas] 120 g
Chopped [parsley] medium bunch
Chopped [dill small bunch
Canned chopped [tomatoes] 1 small can
Ground [allspice] 1/4 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 1/4 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cabbage leaves 16
or silver [beet] leaves
Olive oil 100 ml
[Lemon] juice 3 tbs
Chopped fresh [mint] a handful
or dry mint 1 tsp
Sliced [garlic] cloves 1-2
Tomato paste 2 tsp
@
Servings: 10 people
Stuffing:
Chopped spring [onions] large bunch
[Olive oil] 75 ml
Long-grain [rice] 150 g
Drained canned [chickpeas] 150 g
Chopped [parsley] large bunch
Chopped [dill] small bunch
Canned chopped [tomatoes] 1 small can
Ground [allspice] 1/2 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 1/2 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cabbage leaves 20
or silver [beet] leaves
Olive oil 1120 ml
[Lemon] juice 3 tbs
Chopped fresh [mint] a handful
or dry mint 1 tsp
Sliced [garlic] cloves 2
Tomato paste 2 tsp
@
Servings: 12 people
Stuffing:
Chopped spring [onions] large bunch
[Olive oil] 80 ml
Long-grain [rice] 200 g
Drained canned [chickpeas] 180 g
Chopped [parsley] large bunch
Chopped [dill] small bunch
Canned chopped [tomatoes] 1 small can
Ground [allspice] 1/2 tsp
Ground [cardamom] 1/2 tsp
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cabbage leaves 24
or silver [beet] leaves
Olive oil 120 ml
[Lemon] juice 60 ml
Chopped fresh [mint] a handful
or dry mint 1 tsp
Sliced [garlic] cloves 2
Tomato paste 1 tbs
@
TOOLS:
[Chef's knife]
[Cutting board]
[Frying pan]
[Bowls]
[Wooden spoon]
[Pepper mill]
[Juicer]
[Saucepan]
[Slotted spoon]
[Colander]
Small knife
Large wide saucepan with a lid
[Heat-proof plate]
INFO:
Because light and easy to digest, this dish is traditionally served at the last meal preceding Moslem fast days. Because of its delicacy, it is also served on birthdays and at engagement parties.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 3
relative cost : 2
possible day ahead preparation : y
storing : refrigerate
freezing : y
reheating : Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat. Add additional water if necessary.
tips :
serving suggestion :
Place whole garlic cloves between the cabbage rolls to add an extra aroma. During the summer months, serve at room temperature with bread and lemonade for a delicious light meal.
TIME:
prep time : 01:30
cook time : 02:00
!! 56 Lamb Pies - Lahma bi Ajeen - Lebanon
ING:
Servings: 12 people
Khubz (pita bread) dough:
Fresh [yeast] 12 g
Warm water about 360 ml
[Sugar] 1/2 tsp
Plain [flour] 400 g
[Olive Oil] 2 tbs
[Salt] 1/3 tsp
Lamb filling:
Olive oil 3 tbs
Large chopped [onion] 1
Ground lean [lamb] 500 g
[Pine nuts] 50 g
[Allspice] 1/4 tsp
[Sumac] 1 tsp
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Peeled and chopped [tomatoes] 150 g
Tamarind syrup or [lemon] juice 3 tbs
Oil for greasing
@
TOOLS:
[Bowl] or [electric mixer]
[Kitchen towel]
[Chef's knife]
[Cutting board]
[Frying pan]
[Wooden spoon]
[Pepper mill]
[Rolling pin]
[Baking sheet]
INFO:
Although originally popular at weddings, as the three corners of the pie represent the "marriage" of sky, earth and sea, this dish is now served at any celebration.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 2
relative cost : 2
possible day ahead preparation : Only the dough may be prepared ahead
storing : Store at room temperature
freezing : y
reheating : To reheat cover the pies with aluminum foil and place in the oven at 150í C for 7-8 minutes.
tips :
serving suggestion :
Serve as a light meal or snack with salad and pickles. You can also make smaller pies and use as an appetizer at a cocktail party.
TIME:
prep time : 01:45
cook Time : 00:12 - 00:15
!! 57 Ma'amoul - Stuffed Butter Cookies - Lebanon
ING:
Servings: approximately 40 cookies
Nut filling:
[Walnuts], [almonds] or [pistachios] 350 g
[Sugar] 2 tbs
Ground [cinnamon] 1-2 tsp
Cake:
Plain [flour] 500 g
Soft unsalted [butter] 250 g
[Rose water] or [orange water] 2-3 tbs
[Milk] about 60 ml
Caster [sugar] 50 g
[Confectioner's sugar] as needed
@
TOOLS:
[Food processor]
[Flour sifter]
[Bowl] or [electric mixer]
[Wooden spoon]
[Baking sheet]
INFO:
Certain bakeries specialize in these marvelous stuffed pastries. One store in Damascus is said to feature ma'amoul with more than 120 different fillings. They are also made at home, especially at holidays. Christians associate these pastries with Easter, Druze with the New Year, and Moslems with Mohammed's birthday.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 2
relative cost : 1
possible day ahead preparation : y
storing : Store in a tightly sealed container
freezing : n
reheating : n
tips :
serving suggestion :
The cookies can also be stuffed with dates. To do so, soak 500 g of chopped pitted dates in 120 ml of tea. Cook the dates over very low heat, stirring continuously, until a smooth, homogenous mass has formed. Whether using dates, almonds, walnuts or pistachios, dust the ma'amoul with caster sugar and serve with tea or strong coffee.
TIME:
prep time : 01:00
cook time : 00:20 - 00:25
!! 58 Raw Kibbeh - Kibbeh Nay_
ING:
Servings: 2 people
[Bulgur] 50 g
Very cold [leg of lamb] 175 g
Chopped small [onion] 1
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
Chopped fresh [parsley] for garnish
[Olive oil] for garnish
[Lettuce] for garnish
@
Servings: 4 people
[Bulgur] 100 g
Very cold [leg of lamb] 350 g
Chopped medium [onion] 1
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
Chopped fresh [parsley] for garnish
[Olive oil] for garnish
[Lettuce] for garnish
@
Servings: 6 people
[Bulgur] 150 g
Very cold [leg of lamb] 500 g
Chopped medium [onion] 1
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
Chopped fresh [parsley] for garnish
[Olive oil] for garnish
[Lettuce] for garnish
@
Servings: 8 people
[Bulgur] 200 g
Very cold [leg of lamb] 700 g
Chopped large [onion] 1
[Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
Chopped fresh [parsley] for garnish
[Olive oil] for garnish
Lettuce for garnish
@
Servings: 10 people
[Bulgur] 250 g
Very cold [leg of lamb] 850 g
Chopped medium [onions] 2
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
Chopped fresh [parsley] for garnish
[Olive oil] for garnish
[Lettuce] for garnish
@
Servings: 12 people
[Bulgur] 300 g
Very cold [leg of lamb] 1 kg
Chopped medium [onions] 2
Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Lemon] wedges for garnish
Chopped fresh [parsley] for garnish
[Olive oil] for garnish
[Lettuce] for garnish
@
TOOLS:
[Bowls]
[Strainer]
[Chef's knife]
[Cutting board]
[Food processor] or
heavy [mortar and pestle]
[Wooden spoon]
[Pepper mill]
INFO:
This most beloved and special form of kibbeh, the national dish of Syria and Lebanon, is a mixture of finely cracked wheat or bulgur, grated onion and minced lamb that is pounded into a paste for at least 30 minutes using a mortar and pestle. Eaten raw, and called kibbeh naye, this dish is just as popular in Jordan, Syria and Lebanon as steak tartar is in France. There are a lot of sayings and beliefs surrounding the preparation of this national dish. One such superstition is that someone born with long fingers, which is an advantage when forming these patties, is said to be blessed by the gods.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 1
relative cost : 2
possible day ahead preparation : n
storing : refrigerate
freezing : n
reheating : n
tips :
serving suggestion :
Serve the kibbeh with fresh whole lettuce leaves, lemon wedges and olive oil.
TIME:
prep time : 00:40
!! 59 Kofta Fil Sania - Minced Meat Loaf with Tomato Sauce or Tahini
ING:
Servings: 2 people
Meat Loaf:
Finely ground [lamb] 400 g
Grated medium [onion] 1
Chopped [parsley] 15 g
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Allspice] 1/4 tsp
[Olive oil] for greasing
[Tahini] or [tomato] sauce 150 ml
[Pine nuts] 75 g
@
Servings: 4 people
Meat Loaf:
Finely ground [lamb] 800 g
Grated large [onion] 1
Chopped [parsley] 30 g
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Allspice] 1/2 tsp
[Olive oil] for greasing
[Tahini] or [tomato] sauce 300 ml
[Pine nuts] 150 g
@
Servings: 6 people
Meat Loaf:
Finely ground [lamb] 1 1/4 kg
Grated large [onions] 1-2
Chopped [parsley] 45 g
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Allspice] 1/2 tsp
[Olive oil] for greasing
[Tahini] or [tomato] sauce 450 ml
[Pine nuts] 225 g
@
Servings: 8 people
Meat Loaf:
Finely ground [lamb] 1 1/2 kg
Grated large [onions] 2
Chopped [parsley] 60 g
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Allspice] 1/2 tsp
[Olive oil] for greasing
[Tahini] or [tomato] sauce 600 ml
[Pine nuts] 300 g
@
Servings: 10 people
Meat Loaf:
Finely ground [lamb] 2 kg
Grated large [onions] 2-3
Chopped [parsley] 75 g
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Allspice] 1 tsp
[Olive oil] for greasing
[Tahini] or [tomato] sauce 750 ml
[Pine nuts] 375 g
@
Servings: 12 people
Meat Loaf:
Finely ground [lamb] 2 1/2 kg
Grated large [onions] 3
Chopped [parsley] 90 g
[Salt] and freshly ground pepper to taste
[Allspice] 1 tsp
[Olive oil] for greasing
[Tahini] or [tomato] sauce 900 ml
[Pine nuts] 450 g
@
TOOLS:
[Chef's knife]
[Cutting board]
Grater
[Bowl]
[Wooden spoon]
[Pepper mill]
[Baking dish]
[Pastry brush]
INFO:
A similar dish was first made in palace kitchens, the idea being to use the leftovers from the royal families to feed the servants. As members of the royal families began to realize how tasty the dish was, they forbade the servants from eating it and insisted that it be set on their own tables.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 1
relative cost : 2
possible day ahead preparation : n
storing : n
freezing : n
reheating : n
tips :
serving suggestion :
Sprinkle the meat loaf with toasted pine nuts and chopped parsley and serve hot accompanied with pita bread.
TIME:
prep time : 00:30
cook time : 00:50
!! 60 Fish in Tahini Sauce - Samak Bi Tahini
ING:
Servings: 2 people
Firm [white fish fillets] 400 g
Marinade:
[Lemon] juice 1 tbs
[Salt] 1/4 tsp
Freshly ground pepper 1/4 tsp
Cayenne pinch
[Olive oil] 2 tbs
Thick slices of [onion] from 1-2 onions
[Tahini] 60 ml
[Salt] 1/4 tsp
Peeled [garlic] clove 1
[Parsley] small bunch
[Lemon] juice 60 ml
Water 60 ml
@
Servings: 4 people
Firm [white fish fillets] 800 g
Marinade:
[Lemon] juice 2 tbs
[Salt] 1/2 tsp
Freshly ground pepper 1/2 tsp
Cayenne pinch
[Olive oil] 60 ml
Thick slices of [onion] from 3 onions
[Tahini] 120 ml
[Salt] 1/4 tsp
Peeled [garlic] cloves 2-3
[Parsley] small bunch
[Lemon] juice 120 ml
Water 120 ml
@
Servings: 6 people
Firm [white fish fillets] 1 1/4 kg
Marinade:
[Lemon] juice 3 tbs
[Salt] 3/4 tsp
Freshly ground pepper 3/4 tsp
Cayenne pinch
[Olive oil] 75 ml
Thick slices of [onion] from 4-5 onions
[Tahini] 180 ml
[Salt] 3/4 tsp
Peeled [garlic] cloves 3-4
[Parsley] small bunch
[Lemon] juice 180 ml
Water 180 ml
@
Servings: 8 people
Firm [white fish fillets] 1 1/2 kg
Marinade:
[Lemon] juice 60 ml
[Salt] 1 tsp
Freshly ground pepper 1 tsp
Cayenne pinch
[Olive oil] 100 ml
Thick slices of [onion] from 6 onions
[Tahini] 240 ml
[Salt] 1 tsp
Peeled [garlic] cloves 4-5
[Parsley] medium bunch
[Lemon] juice 240 ml
Water 240 ml
@
Servings: 10 people
Firm [white fish fillets] 2 kg
Marinade:
[Lemon] juice 75 ml
[Salt] 1 1/4 tsp
Freshly ground pepper 1 1/4 tsp
Cayenne pinch
[Olive oil] 120 ml
Thick slices of [onion] from 7-8 onions
[Tahini] 300 ml
[Salt] 1 1/4 tsp
Peeled [garlic] cloves 5-7
[Parsley] medium bunch
[Lemon] juice 300 ml
Water 300 ml
@
Servings: 12 people
Firm [white fish fillets] 2 1/2 kg
Marinade:
[Lemon] juice 90 ml
[Salt] 1 1/2 tsp
Freshly ground pepper 1 1/2 tsp
Cayenne pinch
[Olive oil] 120 ml
Thick slices of [onion] from 9 onions
[Tahini] 360 ml
[Salt] 1 1/2 tsp
Peeled [garlic] cloves 6-8
[Parsley] medium bunch
[Lemon] juice 360 ml
Water 360 ml
@
TOOLS:
Small [bowl]
[Pepper mill]
[Whisk]
[Frying pan]
[Wooden spoon]
[Juicer]
[Food processor] or [blender]
[Baking dish]
[Aluminum foil]
INFO:
A traditional dish, more than five hundred years old, most often found in the homes of fishermen and in the many restaurants overlooking the Mediterranean.
ESSENTIALS:
degree of difficulty : 2
relative cost : 2
possible day ahead preparation : y
storing : refrigerate
freezing : n
reheating : n
tips :
serving suggestion :
Serve with pita bread, lemon wedges and plenty of fresh parsley.