Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Salads and Sides
Machboos Salad / Side
Chef's Menu Description
Crisp seasonal garden leaves and fresh vegetables tossed in a vibrant house dressing, finished with toasted seeds and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- • 6 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- • 4 cloves garlic, minced
- • 1 green chili, finely chopped
- • 2 tbsp tomato paste
- • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- • 1 tsp ground cumin
- • 1/2 tsp salt
- • 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Heat the oil in a saucepan and saute the garlic and green chili for 1 minute.
2
Phase 2
Stir in the tomato paste and fry for 2 minutes until darkened.
3
Phase 3
Add the chopped tomatoes and simmer gently for 15 minutes until thick.
4
Phase 4
Season with the cumin and salt and mash any large tomato pieces.
5
Phase 5
Stir in the coriander and cool slightly.
6
Phase 6
Serve as a tangy tomato side spooned over rice dishes.