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muhammara
Appetizers, Arab, Dips, pickles and relishes, Syrian, Tu BiShvat, Turkish, Yom Ha'Atzmaut

Syrian red pepper and walnut dip (muhammara)

Muhammara is a roasted red pepper and walnut dip that is likely originated from Syria, although it is now popular […]

Stuffed eggplant with lamb, tomato, pomegranate molasses and tamarind
Main course, Persian, Shabbat, Sukkot, Turkish, Yom Ha'Atzmaut

Eggplant stuffed with lamb, pomegranate and tamarind

Originally a Turkish recipe, my version here has a strong Persian influence by using pomegranate molasses and tamarind.

Mercimek köftesi Turkish lentil and bulgar patties
Appetizers, Grains & Legumes, Summer, Tisha B'Av, Turkish

Turkish lentil and bulgar patties (Mercimek köftesi)

Lentil dishes are common for time of mourning, like shiva and Tisha B’Av. Their round shape symbolizes the circle of […]