Levant Sharing Platter
Sharing platter, mozzarella, padron peppers, spiced houmous, sweet potato falafel, olives , stuffed peppers, grilled artichokes, marinated onions & flat bread
Preparation and method
Stage One
- Red Chilli - Deseed and finely chop, place into mixing bowl
- Lemon - Zest 1/2 into the bowl
- Coriander - Finely chop
- Remove mozzarella from packaging, pat dry
- Add to bowl season with salt and pepper and a little olive oil
- Toss thoroughly and leave to one side
Stage Two
- Chickpeas - Drain and pat dry
- Place into fryer at 180°C and fry for 1 min
- Allow to drain and add to a mixing bowl
- Sprinkle Harissa and salt, toss thoroughly
Stage Three
- Cook the koftas as per the manufacturer's instructions and keep warm until plating
Stage Four
- Char the padron peppers on the grill, then lightly drizzle with suitable oil and a season with a little salt
Stage Five
- Lemon - Cut into 4 slices, chargrill on each side for 1 min or until the grill marks appear
- Pomegranate - Cut into 4 then cut 1 quarter into 3 pieces
Stage Six
- Place the falafel into the fryer at 180°C for approx. 3 mins and cooked through Drain on kitchen paper
Presentation
- Choose a platter of your choice
- Spoon houmous on the plate, smear with the back on the spoon
- Build the dish with the remaining ingredients
- Sprinkle onion seeds all over
- Serve with warm flat bread