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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
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Soup
Creamy Tomato and Red Pepper Soup with Bulgur
A velvety smooth soup made from roasted red peppers and ripe tomatoes, enriched with bulgur for heartiness and finished with a swirl of yogurt and crushed walnuts

Ingredients
- 600 g ripe tomatoes
- 3 pieces red bell peppers
- 80 g fine bulgur
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1200 ml vegetable stock
- 40 g butter
- 100 g plain yogurt
- 30 g walnuts, crushed
- 1 tsp dried mint
How to Make
- Roast the red bell peppers directly over a gas flame or under the broiler until the skin is completely blackened, then place in a covered bowl for 10 minutes to steam.
- Peel the charred skin from the peppers, remove seeds, and roughly chop the flesh.
- Dice the onion finely and mince the garlic, then sauté in butter over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Add the chopped roasted peppers and diced tomatoes, cooking for 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.
- Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until completely smooth and velvety.
- Stir in the bulgur and simmer for another 10-12 minutes until the bulgur is tender and has absorbed the flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then ladle into bowls.
- Top each bowl with a generous dollop of yogurt, a sprinkle of crushed walnuts, and a pinch of dried mint before serving.
Serving: 350g
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Main Course
Persian-Style Braised Lamb Shanks with Saffron and Dried Limes
Tender lamb shanks slow-braised in a fragrant Persian sauce with saffron, dried limes, turmeric, and caramelized onions until fall-off-the-bone tender

Ingredients
- 4 pieces lamb shanks
- 2 pieces large onions
- 6 cloves garlic cloves
- 4 pieces dried Persian limes (limoo omani)
- 0.5 tsp saffron threads
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 600 ml beef stock
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 30 g fresh parsley
How to Make
- Pat the lamb shanks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and brown the lamb shanks on all sides for about 8-10 minutes total, then remove and set aside.
- Slice the onions thinly and add to the same pot, cooking for 10-12 minutes until deeply golden and caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic, turmeric, and tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes while stirring constantly.
- Steep the saffron threads in 3 tablespoons of hot water for 5 minutes to release the color and aroma.
- Pierce each dried lime several times with a knife, then add them to the pot along with the cinnamon stick.
- Return the lamb shanks to the pot, pour in the beef stock and saffron water, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover the pot tightly, reduce heat to very low, and braise for 2.5 to 3 hours until the meat is incredibly tender and falling off the bone.
- Check occasionally and add a splash of water if the liquid reduces too much.
- Remove the lamb shanks carefully, skim any excess fat from the sauce, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve the lamb shanks on a platter with the sauce spooned over top and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serving: 450g
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Salad
Fattoush Salad with Crispy Pita and Sumac Dressing
A vibrant Levantine salad with crispy toasted pita pieces, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy sumac-lemon dressing

Ingredients
- 2 pieces pita bread
- 200 g romaine lettuce
- 1 large cucumber
- 3 medium tomatoes
- 6 pieces radishes
- 4 stalks green onions
- 30 g fresh mint leaves
- 50 g fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp sumac powder
- 60 ml lemon juice
- 80 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic clove
How to Make
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and tear the pita bread into bite-sized pieces.
- Spread the pita pieces on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little olive oil, and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy, then set aside to cool.
- Wash and roughly chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice the cucumber and tomatoes into 1-cm cubes and slice the radishes thinly.
- Chop the green onions, parsley, and mint leaves roughly and add to a large salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, sumac, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add all the chopped vegetables and herbs to the salad bowl and toss gently.
- Just before serving, add the crispy pita pieces and drizzle the sumac dressing over the salad.
- Toss everything together gently so the pita pieces stay crispy but are well coated with dressing.
- Serve immediately while the pita is still crunchy and the vegetables are fresh.
Serving: 280g
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Side Dish
Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Herbs and Feta
Golden-brown Turkish zucchini fritters packed with fresh dill, mint, and feta cheese, served crispy on the outside and tender on the inside

Ingredients
- 600 g zucchini
- 2 large eggs
- 100 g all-purpose flour
- 150 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 40 g fresh dill
- 20 g fresh mint
- 3 stalks green onions
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 150 ml vegetable oil for frying
- 200 g plain yogurt for serving
How to Make
- Grate the zucchini coarsely using a box grater and place in a colander.
- Sprinkle the grated zucchini generously with salt and let it sit for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- Squeeze the zucchini firmly with your hands or press in a clean kitchen towel to remove as much liquid as possible.
- Finely chop the dill, mint, and green onions and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the squeezed zucchini, eggs, crumbled feta, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl and mix until well combined into a thick batter.
- Heat about 1 cm of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Drop heaping tablespoons of the zucchini mixture into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until deep golden brown and crispy, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with a generous dollop of plain yogurt on the side.
Serving: 220g
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