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Meslalla (Marinated Olives in Chermoula)
About
A Marrakchi favourite of cracked green olives simmered in a garlicky herb-and-spice chermoula, served cold as a starter or stirred into festive wedding and Eid dishes.
Equipment
- Small pot
- Frying pan
- Knife
- Bowl
- Jar or container
Ingredients
Cracked green olives500 g
Garlic cloves4
Fresh coriander½ bunch
Fresh parsley½ bunch
Ground cumin1 tsp
Sweet paprika1 tsp
Hot chilli or cayenne1
Preserved lemon (or lemon juice)¼
Olive oil⅓ cup
Saltto taste
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