Recipe: Turkish Sumac Onions
Sumac is a citrusy-tasting spice commonly found in Middle Eastern cuisine. When combined with raw onions, the sumac mellows out the onion’s bitterness while the onions absorb some of the sumac’s tartness. Although it can be referred to as a salad, it’s not meant to be eaten as a side dish, but rather a condiment […]
Recipe: Zeytoon Parvardeh (Persian Marinated Olives)
Zeytoon Parvardeh originated in northern Iran, near the Caspian Sea. It’s a simple dish that features olives marinated in olive oil and pomegranate molasses. Traditionally, it uses a special herb called Chuchagh, but this herb is only found in the northern areas of Iran so fresh mint is a common substitute. This dish is is […]
Recipe: Muhammara (Roasted Red Pepper & Walnut Dip)
Want to try something different but as tasty as hummus? Try muhammara! It’s similar to hummus, but uses roasted red peppers and walnuts as the base instead of chickpeas. The addition of pomegranate molasses gives this dish a delightful tang to balance out the spice and richness of the red peppers. Like hummus, it’s usually […]
