Michael Solomonov | Zahav: A World of Israeli Cooking

falafel

🥗Healthier: baked falafel

💰Cheaper: chickpea patties

Baked falafel reduces oil while maintaining flavor.

hummus

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: bean dip

Avocado spread offers a creamy texture with healthy fats.

shawarma

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: roasted vegetables

Grilled chicken is leaner and more budget-friendly.

tzatziki

🥗Healthier: yogurt sauce

💰Cheaper: sour cream dip

Yogurt sauce is lighter and often less expensive.

Blend 1 can of chickpeas, 1/4 cup tahini, juice of 1 lemon, and 2 cloves of garlic until smooth to make hummus.

Shape the falafel mixture into balls and refrigerate for 30 minutes before frying.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering, about 350°F.

Fry the falafel balls for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.

Warm pita bread in the oven until soft, about 5 minutes at 350°F.

Prepare tzatziki by mixing 1 cup yogurt, 1 grated cucumber, 1 clove of garlic, and fresh dill in a bowl.

Cook kebabs on a grill for about 10-15 minutes until charred and cooked through, turning occasionally.

Make shakshuka by sautéing 1 chopped onion and 1 chopped pepper in olive oil, then add 1 can of diced tomatoes and spices, and crack 4 eggs on top to cook until set.

Serve tabbouleh by mixing 1 cup chopped parsley, 1 cup diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup bulgur, and juice of 1 lemon in a bowl.

Roast 1 eggplant until soft, then blend with 1/4 cup tahini and juice of 1 lemon for baba ganoush.

Drizzle olive oil over fresh vegetables and season with herbs and spices before serving.

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