Egyptian salad "Mallavi"
2 servings
10 minutes
Egyptian salad 'Mallawi' is a simple yet exquisite dish that reflects the traditions of Egyptian cuisine. Its base is tender feta cheese, which gains a piquant freshness from lemon juice and aromatic olive oil. Cucumbers and sweet red onions add crunchiness, while herbs like parsley, dill, and mint fill the salad with refreshing notes. The light spiciness of ground cumin enriches the flavor with an Eastern touch. 'Mallawi' perfectly complements meat, kebabs, and fish, making it a wonderful side dish. This salad not only delights with its lightness and taste but also carries the spirit of traditional Egyptian gastronomy where freshness and natural ingredients play a key role.
1
Mash the feta with a fork, add lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, and mix.
- Feta cheese: 200 g
- Lemon juice: 15 ml
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Ground black pepper: pinch
- Ground chili pepper: to taste
2
Cut cucumbers and red onions into cubes.
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
- Sweet red onion: 0.5 piece
3
Chop all the herbs finely.
- Parsley: 0.5 bunch
- Dill: 0.5 bunch
- Fresh mint: 0.5 bunch
4
Grind the cumin.
- Ground cumin (zira): 0.5 teaspoon
5
Add everything to the feta cheese and mix. Use a cooking ring or something else (if available) to shape and decorate with mint leaves.
- Feta cheese: 200 g
- Parsley: 0.5 bunch
- Dill: 0.5 bunch
- Fresh mint: 0.5 bunch
6
In the absence of fresh greens, they can be replaced with dried ones.
7
A wonderful addition to meat, kebabs, and fish. Enjoy your meal and Happy New Year to everyone! :-)