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Ege Otları
Bodrumside dish
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About This Dish
Wild Aegean herbs are a cornerstone of Bodrum's healthy cuisine. These include purslane (semizotu), wild arugula (roka), and chicory (hindiba), often sautéed with olive oil.
Main Ingredients
•Wild greens
•Olive oil
•Garlic
•Lemon
•Sea salt
Preparation
Greens are blanched, then sautéed with garlic in olive oil and finished with lemon
Cultural Heritage
Part of the ancient Aegean diet, these herbs have been foraged for thousands of years
Quick Information
Category
side dish
Best Season
Spring (March-May)
Status
Available
Serving Tips
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish
Perfect Pairings
- →Grilled fish
- →Yogurt
- →Whole grain bread
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