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Summer sharing dishes by Jumeirah restaurants

Delicious plates to share by our head chef at Al Nafoorah Jumeirah Emirates Towers

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Our Head Chef Ali Fouad at Al Nafoorah Jumeirah Emirates Towers has unveiled his recipes for delicious dishes to share with friends and family. Hummus, falafel and lentil soup are a wonderful accompaniment to summer lunches and dinners. Follow our talented chef's recipes to make your next gathering an extra special occasion.

Soup

A refreshing, light starter: Lentil Soup

 

Ingredients:

  • 100g red lentils
  • 10g leeks
  • 10g celery
  • 10g garlic
  • 10g onion
  • 10g potato
  • 10g carrot
  • 15g butter
  • 3g cumin powder
  • Salt to taste

Method:

  • Wash and chop all the vegetables into small chunks.
  • In a pot, add the butter and chopped vegetables, and stir until cooked.
  • When the vegetables are cooked, add the lentils.
  • Mix well with salt and cumin and leave until the soup is well cooked.
  • Blend the soup to a smooth consistency.
  • Serve hot.
  • Add croutons (optional).

Hummus

Fresh hummus dip

 

Ingredients:

  • 150g dry chickpeas
  • 70g tahini sauce
  • 50ml corn oil
  • 7ml olive oil
  • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • 7ml lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Ice cubes

Method:

  • Ensure the chickpeas are soaked in water for four to six hours until soft. Once soft, wash the chickpeas and boil in bicarbonate of soda until well cooked.
  • Once boiled, strain the chickpeas and chill in the fridge.
  • Using a blender, blend the chickpeas with olive oil until creamy.
  • Add in the tahini, lemon juice and salt.
  • Add ice cubes into the blender to ensure the hummus is cold and remains white.
  • Serve cold.
  • Add olive oil to taste.

Falafel

Delicious plate of falafel

 

Ingredients:

  • 150g dry chickpeas
  • 25g fresh and dry coriander
  • 30g garlic
  • 15g spring onion
  • 15g bicarbonate of soda
  • 7g cumin powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 10g white sesame seeds
  • 50ml frying oil
  • Tahini sauce: 30g tahini, 10ml lemon juice, salt to taste & 5ml water

Method:

  • Soak the chickpeas in water for four to six hours until soft. Strain when ready.
  • In a blender, add the chickpeas, washed coriander, spring onion and dried coriander with the bicarbonate of soda, cumin powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  • Our the mixture into a bowl and mix again with a spatula to ensure a smooth consistency. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a saucepan.
  • Take a spoonful of the mixture, dip it in the sesame seeds, and immediately place it in the hot oil (170°C). Ensure it is fried and cooked properly (around 3 - 4 minutes).
  • Prepare the sauce by mixing tahini with lemon juice and salt. Add water until the sauce has a watery consistency.
  • Serve falafels hot with tahini sauce on the side.

You can also order these delicious dishes at Al Nafoorah Jumeirah Emirates Towers. Stay connected via our social media channels and don’t forget to tag us in your posts #TimeWellSpent.