ZA'ATAR STRAWS & GARLICKY YOGURT DIP
A savory Middle Eastern spice mix, zaatar typically includes sesame seeds, thyme, marjoram, and sumac, that was sent to me by my sister from Zamouri Spice. The spice can be found at Middle Eastern markets or gourmet shops. It is usually sprinkled on pita bread and coupled with strained labneh (yogurt). We served these to some visiting DR's and was enjoyed by all! Sunset Magazine was where I found these great recipes.
Provided by Manami
Categories Greek
Time 50m
Yield 20 straws
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- MAKE GARLICKY YOGURT DIP:.
- Take garlic and salt, and mash to a paste against cutting board with the flat side of a large knife.
- Ina a serving bowl mix garlic mash with thick yogurt or labneh and stir in parsley.
- MAKE STRAWS:.
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Flour a work surface and a rolling pin.
- Set puff pastry on surface, sprinkle lightly with flour, and roll out into a rectangle about 8x12"x1/8"thick.
- Arrange pastry so that it's horizontal and trim edges even.
- Brush pastry all over with olive oil.
- Sprinkle left half of pastry liberally with half of the zaatar and fold right (unsprinkled) pastry half over zaatar, like closing a book.
- Lightly sprinkle top of pastry with flour and roll back out into a rectangle almost as large as the one you began with.
- As before, brush pastry with olive oil, sprinkle half with remaining zaatar, and fold unsprinkled half over zaatar.
- Roll with the pin a few times to seal.
- With a sharp knife, cut pastry lengthwise into 1/3" strips.
- Twist each strip loosely a couple of times and put on an ungreased baking sheet (push ends onto sheet to keep straw from untwisting; you may need 2 sheets).
- Dab tops of strips lightly with egg wash.
- Bake straws until medium golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Let cool 1 minute, then loosen gently from sheet with spatula.
- Serve warm or cool, with Garlicky Yogurt Dip.
GREEK FETA YOGURT DIP WITH ZA'ATAR
I love this dip sold at Trader Joe's, found this copycat recipe for it at jeanetteshealthyliving.com
Provided by zeldaz51
Categories Southwest Asia (middle East)
Time 5m
Yield 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place garlic, feta cheese and olive oil in food processor and process until cheese is roughly crumbled. Remove half of cheese to a bowl. Add yogurt, lemon juice, black pepper and za'atar seasoning to food processor bowl. Process until just about smooth. Add to bowl of feta crumbles and mix well. Spoon into serving bowl and sprinkle with more za'atar seasoning.
GRILLED ZA'ATAR CHICKEN WITH GARLIC YOGURT AND CILANTRO
This garlicky, herby chicken is full-flavored and very tender, thanks to its piquant yogurt marinade. It's flexible, too - marinate the meat for as little as a couple of hours, or as long as overnight. And the chicken is just as good cooked under the broiler as it is on the grill (see Tip). You can serve this dish with almost anything, but it's especially nice with pita or other flatbread and a big cucumber and tomato salad. And if you're looking to substitute chicken breasts for the thighs, you can. Just watch them carefully; they're likely to cook faster than the dark meat.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories poultry, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl or container, stir together 5 of the grated garlic cloves, half the lemon zest, 1/3 cup yogurt, the cilantro, oil, za'atar, oregano or marjoram, salt and black pepper. Add chicken and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- When ready to cook, light the grill to medium or heat your broiler with the rack 3 inches from the heat source. Remove chicken from bowl, shaking off any excess marinade, and grill or broil on one side until charred in spots, 5 to 8 minutes. Flip the chicken and grill or broil for another 5 to 8 minutes, until just cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, place remaining 2/3 cup yogurt in a small bowl. Stir in the reserve grated garlic clove and lemon zest, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cut one zested lemon in half and set aside for serving (save the other zested lemon for another use).
- To serve, place chicken on a serving platter and drizzle with olive oil and a large squeeze of the zested lemon. Top with cilantro and oregano or marjoram sprigs and serve with yogurt sauce.
ZAATAR YOGURT DIP AND VEGETABLES
Zaatar is a Middle Eastern spice blend that has a slight citrus note that goes well with vegetables. Recipe is from Sunset Magazine. Prep time includes both dip and vegetables.
Provided by DailyInspiration
Categories Citrus
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together yogurt, zaatar, lemon zest and juice. If you like it thinner, add 2 tablespoons water.
- Chill at least 2 hours or overnight to develop the flavors. Serve with vegetables and hummus.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1.5, Sodium 0.1, Carbohydrate 0.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2
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