Traditional Abugannuş Mezze
A delicious Antakya mezze where roasted eggplants and peppers meet fresh vegetables and olive oil.
Easy · 45 min
A refreshing summer mezze where sweet cantaloupe and salty curd cheese meet with fresh herbs and olive oil.

1 cup is 200 ml. 1 tea glass is 100 ml. 1 tablespoon is 15 ml. 1 dessert spoon is 10 ml. 1 teaspoon is 5 ml.
Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.
Mash the curd cheese in a deep bowl with a fork to make it light and fluffy.
Add the diced cantaloupe to the curd cheese and mix gently.
Add the finely chopped fresh mint and dill to the mixture.
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sea salt, then blend all ingredients.
Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with coarsely chopped walnuts and optional chili flakes.
Serve cold.
Note. Make sure the cantaloupe is not overly watery and the curd cheese is fresh and mildly salted.
It is an amazing accompaniment especially for grilled fish, meat dishes, and traditional gatherings.
If curd cheese is not available, a low-sodium, soft ricotta cheese can be used.
A delicious Antakya mezze where roasted eggplants and peppers meet fresh vegetables and olive oil.
Easy · 45 min
An essential mezze from Antakya cuisine, prepared with the refreshing aroma of fresh za'atar.
Easy · 15 min