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Falafel
emointhekitchen If you’ve never had the pleasure of sinking your teeth into a warm, crispy falafel, then you are truly missing out. Picture this – a flavorful blend of chickpeas, herbs, and spices, formed into little patties and deep-fried to perfection. The result? A heavenly bite that is crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. Whether you enjoy your falafel stuffed inside warm pita bread, drizzled with tahini sauce and topped with crispy lettuce and tomatoes, or served alongside a refreshing side of hummus and tabbouleh, falafel is a versatile dish that never fails to bring a smile to your face. You will need: 1 cup…
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Chickpea soup for the dojo period
emointhekitchen Summer, with plenty of mushrooms and forest fruits, alternates with colder foggy mornings with lots of morning dew and ubiquitous glittering cobwebs. Nature is beautifully coloured golden, many fruits and vegetables ripen, and the country is beginning to prepare for the energy of autumn. We have an old summer here, the symbol of which could be a Hokkaido pumpkin – round, like the energy of late summer, orange-yellow, sweet and harmonizing and very beneficial for our health during this period. We need: Pre-soaked chickpeas, Satureja (If you have your own from the garden, use the whole easy to remove before mixing), natural rice (or long grain rice), 2 potatoes,…
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Hummus
emointhekitchen This Levantine dip is very simple to make. Hummus can be found at almost any Middle East table. These days the popularity of this simple meal extends beyond its region of origin and it is enjoyed all over the world. During my study stay in Israel, I was surprised, at how much of this spread the locals are able to consume. The recipe below is traditional but you can also experiment with different flavours and different spices. Spices such as cumin, coriander seeds, sweet pepper, dried chilli or zaatar (this spice mixture is frequently used in Israeli and Palestinian cuisine) could be used. You may also stumble upon hummus…
