Sep 24 2026
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Combination Plate Recipe

Inspired by Zayna Mediterranean Restaurant
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Minced beef or lamb kifta, 2 falafel, 2 grape leaves, hummus, garlic yogurt, salad and pita

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Ingredients

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Kifta

Falafel

Grape Leaves

Hummus

Garlic Yogurt

Salad

Pita

Method

Kifta Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Kifta

    In a bowl, mix minced beef or lamb, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Form into small logs or patties. Grill or pan-fry until cooked through.

Falafel Preparation

  1. 2

    Prepare the Falafel

    In a food processor, combine soaked chickpeas, onion, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt, and baking powder. Blend until a coarse mixture forms. Shape into balls and fry in hot oil until golden brown.

Grape Leaves Preparation

  1. 3

    Stuff the Grape Leaves

    In a bowl, mix rice, onion, mint, and salt. Place a spoonful of the mixture on each grape leaf and roll tightly. Place in a pot, add water and lemon juice, and simmer until rice is cooked.

Hummus Preparation

  1. 4

    Make the Hummus

    Blend canned chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt in a food processor until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Garlic Yogurt Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Garlic Yogurt

    Combine yogurt, minced garlic, salt, and olive oil in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Salad Preparation

  1. 6

    Make the Salad

    In a bowl, combine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Toss to mix.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Assemble the Combination Plate

    On a serving platter, arrange the kifta, falafel, stuffed grape leaves, hummus, garlic yogurt, salad, and pita bread. Serve immediately.

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