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Galayet Bandora:
The ultimate Palestinian Galayet Bandora recipe. A simple, spicy, and authentic tomato skillet cooked with garlic and plenty of olive oil
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Mutabbal:
How to make creamy Palestinian Mutabbal. A smoky roasted eggplant dip mixed with tahini and yogurt for the perfect Mediterranean appetizer.
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2 Large eggplants.1/2 cup Tahini.3 tbsp Yogurt.2 Cloves of garlic (crushed).Lemon juice and salt.Topping: Olive oil and pomegranate seeds.
Instructions:
Roast the eggplants over an open flame or in the oven until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.Peel the skin and mash the flesh with a fork or in a processor.Mix with tahini, yogurt, garlic, lemon, and salt.Garnish with olive oil and serve as a cold appetizer.
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1 kg Ripe tomatoes (peeled and chopped).5 Cloves of garlic (sliced).2 Green chili peppers (chopped).1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil.Salt and a pinch of sugar (to balance acidity).
Instructions:
In a large skillet, sauté garlic and chili in olive oil until golden.Add the chopped tomatoes and salt.Cook on medium heat, mashing the tomatoes slightly, until the sauce thickens and the oil separates.Serve hot with fresh pita bread.
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Sfiha:
Learn how to make authentic Palestinian Sfiha. Delicious meat pies seasoned with pomegranate molasses and tahini on a soft, homemade dough.
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Za’atar Manaqish:
The secret to perfect Palestinian Za’atar Manaqish. A simple, traditional recipe using authentic thyme and olive oil for a classic Mediterranean breakfast.
More DetailsIngredients:Dough:
Use the same dough recipe as Sfiha.The Mix: 1 cup of authentic Palestinian Za’atar (thyme, sesame, sumac) and 1/2 cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Instructions:
Preparation: Mix the Za’atar with olive oil until it forms a spreadable paste.Shaping: Flatten the dough balls into circles. Use your fingertips to create small indentations on the surface.Spreading: Spread 1-2 tablespoons of the Za’atar mixture over each circle.Baking: Bake at 220°C for 8-10 minutes until the edges are crispy and golden.
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5 cups flour, 2 tbsp yeast, 1 tbsp sugar, 1/2 cup olive oil, and warm water.Meat Topping: 1 kg minced lamb, 3 onions (finely chopped), 2 tomatoes (finely chopped), 2 tbsp Tahini, 2 tbsp Pomegranate molasses (Dibs Rumman), salt, allspice, and cinnamon.Garnish: Pine nuts.
Instructions:
Dough: Mix ingredients and knead until smooth. Let it rest for 1 hour.Topping: Mix the raw minced meat with chopped vegetables, tahini, molasses, and spices.Shaping: Roll the dough into small circles or squares. Spread a generous layer of the meat mixture on top.Baking: Bake in a very hot oven (250°C) until the dough is golden and the meat is cooked.
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Grape Leaves & Zucchini:
The ultimate guide to Palestinian Stuffed Grape Leaves (Warak Dawali) and Zucchini. Learn the traditional way to prepare the filling and slow-cook this Mediterranean favorite.
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Lamb Mansaf:
Discover the authentic Palestinian Lamb Mansaf. A detailed recipe for this iconic national dish featuring tender lamb cooked in a rich Jameed yogurt sauce.
More DetailsIngredients:Meat:
2 kg Lamb chunks (large pieces).Jameed: 500g Jameed (reconstituted into liquid) or high-quality yogurt sauce.Rice: 4 cups short-grain rice cooked with turmeric and ghee.Bread: Shrak (paper-thin flatbread).Garnish: Fried almonds, pine nuts, and fresh parsley.
Instructions:Boiling:
Cook the lamb in water with aromatics (onions, cardamom) until half-done.The Jameed: Add the liquid Jameed to the lamb and broth. Simmer until the meat is “falling off the bone” and the sauce is rich.Serving: Spread Shrak bread on a large tray, soak with Jameed sauce, cover with yellow rice, then place the meat on top.Final Touch: Pour more sauce over the dish and garnish generously with nuts.
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