Best 6 Atargz Recipes
**Atargul: A Culinary Fusion of Flavors and Textures**
Atargul, also known as atar goul, is a traditional dish originating from the vibrant culinary landscape of Azerbaijan. This delightful dish showcases the harmonious blend of lamb or beef, succulent pomegranates, aromatic saffron, and an array of herbs and spices, resulting in a tantalizing symphony of flavors. Atargul is not just a dish; it's an experience that captivates the senses and leaves a lasting impression. This article presents a collection of carefully curated Atargul recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. From the classic Atargul Pilaf, a joyous celebration of flavors, to the innovative Atargul Stuffed Eggplant, a delightful vegetarian twist, these recipes promise a culinary journey like no other. Get ready to embark on a tasteful adventure as we explore the diverse world of Atargul.
ZA'ATAR
Za'atar is the name for both a traditional Middle Eastern seasoning blend and the pungent green herb that gives the blend its intense, earthy character. The hardy herb, which grows wild, tastes like a combination of oregano, marjoram, summer savory and thyme - all of which can be used as substitutes if dried za'atar isn't available. As with all spice blends, recipes vary widely depending on the region and the cook, but this one, adapted from Lior Lev Sercarz of La Boîte in New York, includes ground sumac berries for acidity, toasted sesame seeds for their rich, earthy notes, and a little salt as well. Za'atar can be used in marinades for grilled or roasted poultry or meats, mixed into dips, salads and egg dishes, or set on the table to be sprinkled on dishes as a bright and herby condiment.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories easy, condiments
Time 10m
Yield 1/3 cup
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place a small skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds to the skillet and toast, stirring, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Pour into a small bowl and set aside to cool.
- Using a spice grinder, clean coffee grinder, or mortar and pestle, ground the za'atar leaves with the sumac and salt. Add to the bowl with toasted sesame and mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
CRISPY ZA'ATAR FISH WITH ISRAELI COUSCOUS, SWISS CHARD, AND FETA
Za'atar is a pre-made spice blend of aromatic dried thyme or oregano, tart sumac, and nutty sesame seeds. Here, it flavors fish fillets served over a warm salad of wilted chard, crisp pomegranate seeds, briny olives, and salty feta.
Provided by Rhoda Boone
Categories 22-Minute Meals Fish Seafood Couscous Chard Pomegranate Olive Feta Dinner
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, cook couscous according to package directions, seasoning it with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Once cooked, drain the couscous and transfer to a medium bowl.
- While the couscous is cooking, drizzle 1 tablespoon oil over both sides of fish fillets and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Rub each side of each fillet with 1 teaspoon za'atar.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, and add 1 tablespoon oil. Once the oil is hot, add fish to skillet, skin-side down, and sear until skin is golden brown and crispy, 4 to 6 minutes. Flip fish and cook until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer fish to a rimmed baking sheet or plate.
- Add chard stems and wine to pan; cook for 30 seconds. Stir in chard leaves, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to skillet. Cover and cook until chard leaves are wilted, 2 to 3 minutes more.
- Add chard mixture to bowl with couscous. Fold in pomegranate seeds, olives, feta, and remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil. Squeeze lemon half over the mixture and toss to combine; taste and adjust seasoning.
- Divide couscous mixture among four plates and top with fish fillets, skin-side up.
GRILLED ZA'ATAR CHICKEN WITH GARLIC YOGURT AND CILANTRO
This garlicky, herby chicken is full-flavored and very tender, thanks to its piquant yogurt marinade. It's flexible, too - marinate the meat for as little as a couple of hours, or as long as overnight. And the chicken is just as good cooked under the broiler as it is on the grill (see Tip). You can serve this dish with almost anything, but it's especially nice with pita or other flatbread and a big cucumber and tomato salad. And if you're looking to substitute chicken breasts for the thighs, you can. Just watch them carefully; they're likely to cook faster than the dark meat.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories poultry, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl or container, stir together 5 of the grated garlic cloves, half the lemon zest, 1/3 cup yogurt, the cilantro, oil, za'atar, oregano or marjoram, salt and black pepper. Add chicken and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- When ready to cook, light the grill to medium or heat your broiler with the rack 3 inches from the heat source. Remove chicken from bowl, shaking off any excess marinade, and grill or broil on one side until charred in spots, 5 to 8 minutes. Flip the chicken and grill or broil for another 5 to 8 minutes, until just cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, place remaining 2/3 cup yogurt in a small bowl. Stir in the reserve grated garlic clove and lemon zest, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cut one zested lemon in half and set aside for serving (save the other zested lemon for another use).
- To serve, place chicken on a serving platter and drizzle with olive oil and a large squeeze of the zested lemon. Top with cilantro and oregano or marjoram sprigs and serve with yogurt sauce.
ASPARAGUS, GOAT CHEESE AND TARRAGON TART
Because you don't have to make your own crust, this gorgeous asparagus-striped tart is so easy it almost feels like cheating. But it's not. It's just simple yet stunning, effortlessly chic and company-ready. As there are so few ingredients in this recipe that each one makes an impact, be sure to buy a good all-butter brand of puff pastry. If you can manage to serve this tart warm, within an hour of baking, it will be at its absolute best, with crisp pastry that shatters into buttery bits when you bite down and still-runny cheese. But it's also excellent a few hours later, should you want to get all your baking done before your guests arrive. If tarragon isn't your favorite herb, you can use chives, basil or mint instead. And if you can manage to trim all the asparagus to the same length, this tart will be especially neat and orderly looking.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, pies and tarts, appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a medium bowl, use a fork or a wooden spoon to mash together the goat cheese, egg, garlic, tarragon, lemon zest, salt and nutmeg until smooth. Switch to a whisk and beat in the crème fraîche until smooth.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry into a 13-by-11-inch rectangle about 1/8-inch thick. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined cookie sheet. With a sharp knife, lightly score a 1/2-inch border around the edges of the puff pastry.
- Spread the crème fraîche mixture evenly inside the scored border. Line up the asparagus spears on top, and brush them with olive oil. Sprinkle some salt and the grated Parmesan over the asparagus.
- Bake until the pastry is puffed and golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Let it cool on the cookie sheet for at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours before serving. Then sprinkle black pepper, red-pepper flakes (if using), the shaved Parmesan and tarragon leaves. Drizzle a little oil on top.
ZESTY MARINATED ASPARAGUS
Tender asparagus is marinated in a balsamic vinaigrette and sprinkled with tangy lemon zest and fresh parsley. This is a quick and easy side dish.
Provided by KNITMAMA
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 3h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus just until tender, about 1 minute. Plunge into a bowl of cold water to cool. Drain asparagus and place in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour in vinaigrette and seal bag. Refrigerate at least 3 hours, turning bag occasionally.
- Just before serving, drain asparagus, reserving vinaigrette. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve reserved vinaigrette in a small dish on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1782.6 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
GRILLED FATTOUSH WITH ZA'ATAR EGGPLANT
Make and share this Grilled Fattoush With Za'atar Eggplant recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Rick M.
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Whisk za'atar, garlic, and oil in a small bowl. Generously brush eggplant, onions and pita with za'atar oil. Season with salt and pepper; reserve remaining oil for dressing.
- Prepare a grill for high heat; thoroughly clean grates and brush with oil.
- Grill eggplant, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides but just tender, about 3 minutes per side. Grill onion and pita, tuning once, until lightly charred on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and let cool. Cut large eggplant into bite-sized pieces and tear pita into large strips. Set aside until ready to assemble.
- Whisk lemon juice, honey, zest, 2 teaspoons salt, ½ teaspoon pepper and remaining za'atar oil until completely combined.
- Arrange eggplant, onion, pita, tomatoes, feta, cucumber and olives on a large platter. Drizzle dressing over top and generously coat the eggplant. Top with basil leaves and dill sprigs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.1, Fat 41.5, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 25.5, Sodium 503.9, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 10.7, Protein 8.8
Tips:
- Use a sharp knife: Dull knives can crush the garlic, releasing a bitter flavor. A sharp knife will make clean cuts that preserve the garlic's flavor.
- Roast the garlic: Roasting garlic mellows its flavor and makes it sweeter. To roast garlic, simply cut off the top of the head, drizzle it with olive oil, and wrap it in aluminum foil. Roast at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-45 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and golden brown.
- Use a microplane: A microplane is a small, handheld grater that can be used to grate garlic into a fine paste. This is a great way to add garlic flavor to dishes without having to chop it.
- Add garlic at the end of cooking: If you add garlic too early in the cooking process, it can burn and become bitter. Instead, add it towards the end of cooking so that it has just enough time to release its flavor.
- Experiment with different types of garlic: There are many different types of garlic available, each with its own unique flavor. Try experimenting with different types to find the one that you like best.
Conclusion:
Garlic is a versatile ingredient that can be used to add flavor to a wide variety of dishes. By following these tips, you can learn how to use garlic to create delicious and flavorful meals. So next time you're cooking, don't be afraid to experiment with garlic!
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