Louse Ma Thoom (Almond Pate)
Description
This Middle-Eastern appetizer features Almonds, blanched & toasted, Garlic cloves, Onion, coarsely chopped. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste, a pleasant kick of heat. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a starter before the main course. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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Chop the toasted alomnds in a food processor until they resemble very fine breadcrumbs.
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In a large skillet, saute the onion & garlic in the olive oil until the onions are tender.
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Add all the remaining ingredients.
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Saute for approximately 5 minutes.
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The mushrooms need to be limp.
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Transfer this mixture to the food processor & process with the almonds.
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Chop well until you have a thick paste.
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Place the pate in a shallow dish & surround with crackers, melba toast, pita chips or French bread slices.
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Mary Salloum, "A Taste of the Mediterranean: Vegetarian Style"
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 603.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 38.8g60%
- Saturated Fat 3.4g17%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2466.5mg103%
- Total Carbohydrate 50.5g17%
- Dietary Fiber 12.7g51%
- Sugars 10.5g
- Protein 27.2g55%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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