EASTER OJJE: Armenian traditional Ojje

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes provide additional nutrients and flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: none

Flaxseed meal can replace eggs in binding, suitable for vegans.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: none

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

Mix a handful of cilantro, parsley, dill, mint, and both green and white onions in a bowl.

Add 5 eggs to the herbs and mix well.

Add 1 teaspoon of allspice, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cumin to the mixture.

Incorporate 2 tablespoons of bread crumbs and 1/4 cup of mozzarella cheese into the mixture.

Adjust the number of eggs based on the amount of herbs used, adding one more egg if necessary.

Heat 1/2 cup of olive oil or vegetable oil in a pan until hot.

Use an ice cream scooper to portion out the mixture and fry in the hot oil until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens