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Betingan bel Rumman

Ingredients

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    This is a Syrian way. Fry, broil, or grill the slices as described on page 290. If frying, drain on paper towels. Arrange on a platter and dribble on the following sauce:

    Step 2

    Mix 2 tablespoons pomegranate syrup (molasses or concentrate) with 1 crushed garlic clove and 4–5 tablespoons water if dressing fried slices, or with 4–5 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil if dressing grilled or broiled slices.

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