Ever wondered how kebab restaurants serve that addictive ezme on the side?
In this video, I’m showing you how to make authentic Turkish ezme at home, using simple ingredients and the same techniques used in kebab restaurants.
This spicy, fresh, and flavorful meze is the perfect side dish for kebabs, grilled meats, or even just warm bread.
🥗 Ingredients:
• Tomatoes
• Red bell peppers
• Green peppers
• Onion
• Garlic
• Fresh parsley
• Tomato paste
• Red pepper paste
• Lemon juice
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Red pepper flakes
• Paprika
• Black pepper
🔪 How to Make Turkish Ezme:
1. Wash and roughly chop all vegetables.
2. Blend tomatoes, peppers, onion, and garlic until finely minced (not a purée).
3. Add tomato paste, pepper paste, spices, salt, and olive oil.
4. Mix well and adjust lemon juice to taste.
5. Let it rest for a short time to develop full flavor.
Serve fresh with kebabs, grilled meat, or warm flatbread.
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