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Ezme (spicy tomato and pepper dip)

Ezme is a rustic purée of tomatoes, peppers and chili, flavoured with onion and parsley, served fresh as part of a meze spread. Its lively, tangy taste pairs well with toasted bread or raw vegetables.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Deseed the pepper and chili, then cut them into very small dice, along with the deseeded tomatoes.
  2. Finely chop the onion and parsley.
  3. Mix all the vegetables in a bowl with the oil, lemon juice and vinegar.
  4. Season with salt, pepper and cumin if using, then mix well.
  5. Let it rest for 10 minutes in the fridge so the flavours blend.
  6. Adjust the acidity and heat before serving.

Variations and tips

Smoother. Roughly blend before serving for a purée-like texture.

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