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Lebanese Seafood

Cultural Context

Lebanese seafood dishes reflect the country's rich maritime heritage, emphasizing fresh, local ingredients and bold flavors. Traditionally served during festive occasions, seafood is often enjoyed as part of a mezze spread, showcasing the diversity of Lebanese cuisine. Today, variations abound globally, with many adapting the dish to local tastes and available ingredients, making it a beloved choice in coastal regions.

LebaneseLBmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
0 cups yogurt
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 lb prawns
8 oz baby squid tentacles
1/4 cup finely chopped coriander
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons Lebanese chili paste
1/4 cup katakuriko flour
2 pieces Lebanese bread
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: grilled tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more affordable and has a long shelf life.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: fish

Chicken is often less expensive and still provides protein.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Frozen herbs are convenient and less expensive than fresh.

1

Add salt, cumin, and garlic to a mixing bowl and mix well.

2

Add yogurt to the mixture and combine thoroughly.

3

Boil the chickpeas until very soft.

4

Slice the Lebanese bread and drizzle with olive oil, then bake until crispy.

5

Mix katakuriko flour with the squid and fry until golden brown.

6

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add finely chopped garlic.

7

Add prawns to the skillet and cook until juicy, avoiding overcooking.

8

Add finely chopped coriander and Lebanese chili paste to the prawns, then finish with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.

9

Assemble the dish by adding the crispy bread, followed by the chickpeas, prawns, and crispy squid on top.

10

Garnish with pomegranate seeds.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingfryingsautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlserving platter

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Seafood PlatterLebanese Fish Dish

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