Syrian salad, a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, is a vibrant and flavorful dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its array of fresh vegetables, herbs, and tangy dressing. This refreshing salad, often served as an appetizer or side dish, is a delightful symphony of textures and flavors that transports diners to the bustling streets of Damascus. With its vibrant colors, crisp textures, and aromatic herbs, Syrian salad is a culinary treasure that embodies the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine.
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SYRIAN SALAD
This colorful salad has so many interesting ingredients, you'll experience a different flavor with each bite. We enjoy making "salad sandwiches," by spooning the mixture into pita bread pockets. -Weda Mosellie, Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the first 13 ingredients. Sprinkle with feta and Parmesan cheeses. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 32g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 803mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
SYRIAN POTATO SALAD (PATATA SALATA)
This recipe comes from a cookbook published by my husband's grandmother's Armenian Orthodox church. I prefer the bright, refreshing flavor of its lemon-mint dressing over mayonnaise-laden American potato salads.
Provided by Abby Falck
Categories Southwest Asia (middle East)
Time 40m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Boil whole potatoes until tender. Drain and allow to cool.
- When potatoes are just cool enough to handle, but still warm, peel and cut into large dice.
- Chop the parsley, mint, and scallions. (A food processor works great here!).
- Finely mince, or crush to a paste, the cloves of garlic.
- Slowly whisk the olive oil into the lemon juice. Add the garlic, parsley, mint and scallions.
- Pour the dressing over the potatoes and add salt and pepper to taste. (Combining them while the potatoes are still warm will make the tastiest salad.).
- Chill or serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.7, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 15.5, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 4
SYRIAN BEEF TONGUE SALAD
This recipe is from Damascus Syria ; it is one of many thousands of recipes in the Syrian kitchen . my Mama used to make this for us as an appetizer and yet I eat it as a main corse cuz it is sooo good . Syrians are fussy people when it comes to food ie if its not extra good and tasty it will be forgotten and scrappped from the menu . Tip 4 you : put 1 tbls of allspice when you boil any meat. This will make the scum of the meat cluster so it will be easier to skim and remember that when the water is starting to boil you dump it ....yes you dump it then you wash the meat and put new fresh water .Why is that ?? well let me tell you that your meat will taste better,stay fresher for longer time . and remember to look for the arabic food store near you to get your olive oil .....it taste different .
Provided by Abou_Hamza
Categories Meat
Time 6h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash the beef tongue and brush it under cold running water.
- Trim all fat that is visible.
- Place the meat in cold water over high heat.
- when water is boiling, turn of the heat and take the pot off the stove and dump the hot water.
- remember that it is hot boiling so dump away from you and stay safe.
- turn on the cold water and wash the tongue.
- remove all clusters of scum that are in meat grooves.
- fill the pot with fresh cold water and on to stove it goes.
- Now you can add 1 tbls of salt into the water.
- your meat is on high heat.
- When the water starts to boil; turn the heat from high to medium.
- add 1 tbls of allspice to the boiling water.
- skim water periodicly to remove the scum of the meat.
- It may take up to 4 to 6 full hours for the tongue to get tender and done, so remember that you should never leave pot or any food cooking on stove to do shopping; it is unsafe practice to leave home and the stove or oven is on.
- take the tongue and slice the surface to skin it from the tastebuds layer.
- Cool the meat in the fridge.
- When the meat is cold you can cut the meat into cubes.
- Mix the Ingredients and enjoy served cold with peta.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Look for ripe, vibrant vegetables and herbs.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to Syrian salad. Try different combinations of vegetables, fruits, and herbs to find your favorite recipe.
- Use a variety of textures: A good Syrian salad should have a variety of textures, from crunchy to soft. This will make the salad more interesting to eat.
- Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing can overwhelm the flavors of the vegetables.
- Serve the salad immediately: Syrian salad is best enjoyed fresh. The vegetables will start to wilt if you let it sit for too long.
Conclusion:
Syrian salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or appetizer. With its fresh, flavorful ingredients and variety of textures, Syrian salad is a surefire hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Syrian salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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