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Olive Oil Muğla Çalkaması

A light and delicious traditional Aegean delicacy made with fresh herbs and olive oil from Muğla.

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
210
Level
Easy
Heat
Gentle heat
Region
mulamutfa
Olive Oil Muğla Çalkaması
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Servings4
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

  • 500 grams mixed fresh herbs (nettle, dock, fennel greens)
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 bunch fresh mint or dill
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup water

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

Method

  1. 1

    Wash and clean the herbs thoroughly, chop them finely, and place them in a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Add chopped green onions and herbs, and gently massage with salt.

  3. 3

    Add flour, water, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, mixing by hand until a cohesive batter forms.

  4. 4

    Grease a large baking tray or pan generously with olive oil.

  5. 5

    Press the herb mixture evenly onto the tray and drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top.

  6. 6

    Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for about 30 minutes until golden brown, slice and serve.

Note. The choice of herbs depends entirely on the season; using a variety of fresh wild greens enhances the authentic flavor.

Questions

What herbs are used for çalkama?

Traditionally, fresh wild herbs such as stinging nettle, fennel greens, dock, and mallow are preferred.

Can it be made on the stovetop?

Yes, it can also be cooked in a large skillet with olive oil, frying both sides until crisp.

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