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    Tasting Jerusalem

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    Tasting Jerusalem

    Welcome to Tasting Jerusalem, a virtual cooking group started in 2013 to explore the unique flavor profile and recipes of Middle Eastern cuisine through the lens of Jerusalem: A Cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi, published by Ten Speed Press.

    Beth Lee of the blog OMG! Yummy and Sarene Wallace, former editor of Edible Ojai and Ventura County founded the group with the intent to pick a different ingredient each month to highlight the ingredient and the recipes in which it was found. Beth and Sarene believe that learning about new-to-us ingredients develops the courage to try new cuisines and recipes. They both continue to be inspired by the flavors introduced in the iconic Jerusalem cookbook. And clearly they are not the only ones. Middle Eastern ingredients are on the rise in usage both at home and in restaurants.

    You can find all the deep dive posts about the ingredients linked below. To join our ongoing conversation about the latest delicious happenings in the world of Middle Eastern cuisine, follow our Facebook page or join our newly-formed cooking group, where you can ask questions, brag about your creations, and join the conversation with other like-minded cooks throughout the world. If you are on Instagram or Twitter, use our hashtag #TastingJrslm. Or find Beth under the handle @omgyummy and Sarene @fringe.food .

    All levels of cooks are welcome from novice to chefs – the only requirement is an interest in ingredients, cooking, and the cuisines of the Middle East! So join the conversation as we explore the vibrant flavors of the Middle East.

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    Cucumber Tomato Salad: Celebrating Summer Produce
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    Preserved Lemon Hummus
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    Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette
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    Instant Pot Barberry Rice (Zereshk Polo)
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    Date Thumbprint Cookies with Walnuts (Koloocheh): for Tu B’shevat or Purim
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    Barberries: Edible Persian Jewels also known as Zereshk
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    Pistachio Snowball Cookies with Rose and Cardamom: A Simple but Exotic Holiday Cookie
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    Pomegranate Molasses Dressing Recipe
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    Arugula and Fig Salad — The Perfect Match for Pomegranate Molasses Dressing
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    Rose Harissa – a Smoky, Spicy Kitchen Condiment with Magical Floral Notes
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    Shakshuka Recipe: An Easy Egg Dish for any Meal of the Day!
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    Ottolenghi Preserved Lemons: A Tangy, Zippy Must-Have Kitchen Staple
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    Roasted Delicata Squash with Pomegranate Molasses and Date Syrup
    Roasted Asparagus Salad with Preserved Lemon
    Roasted Asparagus Salad with Preserved Lemon
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    How to Make Pomegranate Molasses – Distilling the Essence of a Fabulous Fall Fruit
    We're celebrating the ubiquitous and versatile ingredient yogurt this month which is not only prevalent in all the Ottolenghi books but the star of Cheryl Sternman Rule's new book "Yogurt Culture". Join Tasting Jerusalem's special guest Cheryl all thru the month of May and if you answer a culture quiz, we'll enter you to win a copy of her fabulous new book!
    Multicultural Yogurt: Tasting Jerusalem May 2015
    Mint
    Merry Mint: Tasting Jerusalem March 2015
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    Enticing Turmeric: Tasting Jerusalem February 2015
    cumin
    Comforting Cumin: Tasting Jerusalem January 2015
    dukkah
    Indelible Dukkah: Tasting Jerusalem December 2014
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    All About Saffron and a Recipe for Ottolenghi’s Chicken with Jerusalem Artichoke and Lemon
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    Date Syrup: A Sweet Addition to your Pantry
    za'atar
    Za’atar – a Spice Rich in Stories and Flavor for Tasting Jerusalem July 2014
    tahini
    Tasting Jerusalem June 2014: Tahini Opens a World of Sesame Flavor
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    Tasting Jerusalem March 2014 – Cardamom
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    A Taste of Jerusalem: Beyond Hummus and Pita
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    Tasting Jerusalem February 2014 – Zhoug!
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    Tasting Jerusalem January 2014: A Top Shelf Spice
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    Tasting Jerusalem: Ancient Pistachios Perfect for Modern Cooking
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    Tasting Jerusalem: Tantalizing Tamarind
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    Changing Course: Roasted Fruit with Honey, Pomegranate Molasses, and Port
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    Roasted Cauliflower: The Whole Truth
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    Bursting with Flavor and Color: Roasted Chicken with Clementines, Onion, Fennel, and Vermouth
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    Tasting Jerusalem – Cooking with Roses for Valentine’s Day!
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    Celebrating Community: A Round-up from Tasting Jerusalem
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    1. Analida

      November 8, 2016 at 4:20 pm

      I love your blog! your recipes are right up my alley.

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      • Beth Lee

        November 15, 2016 at 9:43 pm

        Thanks Analida – I would in total honesty say the same to you! I hope we get a chance to meet in person and cook together sometime soon!

        Reply
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