How To Prepare Middle Eastern Mezze

How to Prepare Middle Eastern Mezze

Ingredients

  • Choose from the following:
  • Dips[/b]
  • Muhammara
  • Baba ganoush
  • Hummus
  • Labneh
  • Nibbles[/b]
  • Dolmades
  • Olives
  • Tabbouleh
  • Falafel
  • Pita bread
  • Herbs and Seasonings[/b]
  • Sumac
  • Za'atar
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Cook any or all of the following recipes:
  • Maqluba (Upside-Down Layered Rice)
  • Tamarind-Glazed Eggplant
  • Kofte (Turkish Meatballs)

Directions

  1. If you are preparing one or more of the suggested recipes, make them ahead of time to be ready for your mezze.
  2. Half an hour before serving, plate the dips and nibbles.
  3. Warm the pita bread and cut into wedges.
  4. Pour olive oil in a bowl and sprinkle with za'atar or sumac, as an accompaniment.
  5. Place everything on the table for your guests to enjoy.