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Yapay Yemek

Savory Olive Oil Ashure

A unique, savory meze version of traditional ashure, interpreted with olive oil, salt, and spices.

Prep
30 min
Cook
50 min
Time
80 min
Servings
6
Calories
240
Level
Moderate
Heat
Mild
Region
Anatolia
Savory Olive Oil Ashure
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Servings6
Measures

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.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup boiled wheat
  • 1 cup boiled chickpeas
  • 1 cup boiled white beans
  • 1/2 cup currants
  • 1/2 cup walnut kernels
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper
  • Fresh mint and dill

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

  1. 1

    Pre-boil and drain the wheat, chickpeas, and beans.

  2. 2

    Chop the onion and sauté in olive oil until golden.

  3. 3

    Add the boiled legumes and currants to the onions and sauté for a few minutes.

  4. 4

    Add a little hot water and salt, then simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve at room temperature, garnished with walnuts, fresh mint, and dill.

Note. Ensuring the legumes are well-cooked beforehand will enhance the texture and flavor of the dish.

Questions

Is sugar added to savory olive oil ashure?

No, this recipe is prepared entirely as a savory dish with olive oil.

Which legumes should be used?

Wheat, chickpeas, and white beans are the staple ingredients, just like in classical ashure.

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