Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Mezze and Starters
Shanklish Mezze Starter
Chef's Menu Description
Flaky, all-butter golden pastry filled with a delicately spiced sweet filling, baked until crisp and aromatic.
Ingredients
- • 300g shanklish cheese
- • 2 ripe tomatoes, finely diced
- • 1 small onion, finely chopped
- • 1 tbsp dried thyme
- • 1 green chili, finely chopped
- • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Break the shanklish into coarse crumbs into a serving bowl.
2
Phase 2
Dice the tomatoes, chop the onion, and finely chop the chili.
3
Phase 3
Add the vegetables and chili to the cheese.
4
Phase 4
Sprinkle with the dried thyme, pour over the olive oil, and toss well.
5
Phase 5
Let sit 10 minutes for the flavours to meld, then serve with pita and fresh mint.