Ezme
Discover this authentic Turkish Ezme recipe — a satisfying weeknight dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with tomato, romano pepper, green chilli and 10 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 2 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 40 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this turkish classic is sure to impress.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
330
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 3 Large Tomato
- 1 medium Romano Pepper
- 1 medium Green Chilli
- 1 small Onion
- 2 cloves minced Garlic
- 25 g Parsley
- 2 tablespoons Red Pepper Paste
- 1 tablespoon Tomato Puree
- 2 tablespoons Pomegranate Molasses
- 1 tablespoon Pul Biber
- 2 tsp Sumac
- 1 tablespoon Dried Mint
- 60 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
2 steps · ~13 minutes total
Step 1
Put the tomatoes and all of the peppers in a food processor and blitz until finely chopped. Tip out into a sieve, set over a bowl and leave to strain. Add the onions, garlic and parsley to the food processor and blitz until finely chopped, then set aside.
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 2
Add red pepper paste, tomato purée, pomegranate molasses, pul biber, sumac, dried mint and most of the extra virgin olive oil to a serving bowl and whisk well so everything comes together as a sauce. Tip in the blitzed onion mixture and the strained pepper mixture along with 1 tsp flaky sea salt . Stir well, then drizzle with the remaining extra virgin olive oil to serve.
8 minutesTaste as you go and adjust seasoning gradually — you can always add more but can't take it away.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your turkish meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Ezme is a beloved dish from Turkish cuisine, originating in Turkey. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Turkish cuisine is a fascinating blend of Central Asian, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan influences. It's considered one of the three great cuisines in the world alongside French and Chinese.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ezme is a traditional Turkish dish made from finely chopped vegetables, particularly tomatoes, peppers, and onions, mixed with spices and olive oil. It is often served as a meze or appetizer, accompanied by pita bread or as a side dish with grilled meats.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
