Sitti Tasting Recipe

Prepare the Hummus

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and water. Blend until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.

Prepare the Baba Ghanouj

Roast the eggplant over an open flame or in the oven until charred. Scoop out the flesh and blend with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth.

Prepare the Fattoush

Chop the mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, radishes, and green onions. Toast the pita bread, break into pieces, and toss with the vegetables. Drizzle with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and sumac.

Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, combine chicken thighs, yogurt, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, olive oil, and salt. Marinate for at least 1 hour, then grill or pan-fry until cooked through.

Prepare the Kibbee

Soak bulgur wheat in water for 30 minutes, then drain. In a pan, sauté chopped onion and pine nuts in olive oil until golden. Mix with ground beef, bulgur, allspice, and salt. Shape into small patties and cook until browned.

Prepare the Cheese Rolls

Roll out pasta dough and cut into squares. Place feta cheese in the center, season with black pepper, and roll the dough over to seal. Brush with olive oil and bake until golden.