Sampler Recipe

Preparation Directions

1. 1

   Baba Ganoush Preparation

   2. In a food processor, combine the roasted eggplant, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and cumin. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

2. 2

   Falafel Preparation

   3. In a bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork. Add chopped parsley, cumin, salt, and mix well. Form into balls or patties.

3. 3

   Fry the Falafel

   4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the falafel for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   Cigar Borek Preparation

   5. In a skillet, sauté spinach until wilted. Mix in crumbled feta and cinnamon, then set aside.

5. 5

   Assemble Cigar Borek

   6. Take a sheet of phyllo dough, brush with oil, and place a spoonful of the spinach-feta mixture at one end. Roll tightly and seal the edges. Repeat for the remaining mixture.

6. 6

   Fry the Cigar Borek

   7. Fry the borek in hot oil until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Serve the Sampler

   8. Serve the baba ganoush with pita bread, along with the three falafel and three cigar borek on a platter.