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Olive oilOlive Oil Labada Borani

Olive Oil Labada Borani

Quick answer

Olive oil labada borani is made by sautéing fresh dock leaves and blending them with garlic yogurt. It is served by drizzling heated olive oil with red pepper flakes on top.

Total time
35 dk
Servings
4
Calories (est.)
~210 kcal
Difficulty
kolay

labada borani · dock leaves recipe · turkish borani

35 dk · 4 servings · 210 kcal

Tips and measures

Ingredients

  • 500 grams fresh dock leaves (labada)
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup strained yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Method

  1. Wash the dock leaves thoroughly and chop them finely.
  2. Finely chop the onion and sauté it in olive oil until translucent.
  3. Add the chopped dock leaves and cook until tender and moisture evaporates.
  4. Crush the garlic, mix with strained yogurt, and combine with the cooled dock leaves.
  5. Heat olive oil and red pepper flakes slightly, then drizzle over the borani.

You can briefly blanch the dock leaves in hot water before cooking to remove any bitterness.

FAQ

What can be used instead of dock leaves?

If you cannot find dock leaves, you can use chard or spinach.

Can I use regular yogurt instead of strained yogurt?

Regular yogurt may release water, so strained yogurt gives a better texture.

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