Stuffed olives are one of the popular and delicious appetizers in Iran that can add a special touch to any meal. This appetizer, with its unique aroma and taste, is used not only as a condiment but also as an independent snack. Here, we will teach you how to prepare stuffed olives that do not require pomegranate paste and walnuts, making it a delicious and simple option for your tables.
Ingredients for Preparing Stuffed Olives
To prepare this appetizer, you will need the following ingredients:
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- Pitted olives: 500 grams
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Red pepper: 1 piece
- Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh basil: 1 tablespoon
- Grated lemon peel: 1 tablespoon
- Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Red vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Dry mint: 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper: to taste
How to Prepare Stuffed Olives
To start, if the olives have pits, first remove the pits. Then place the olives in a colander and rinse them with cold water if they are too salty. After that, let the excess water drain completely.
Peel the garlic and finely chop or grate it. Wash the parsley and basil, dry them thoroughly, and chop them finely. Cut the red pepper into rings or finely chop it as well.
In a bowl, combine the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red vinegar, grated lemon peel, dry mint, and black pepper, and mix well. Then add the garlic, parsley, basil, and red pepper to this mixture and stir until the seasoning is completely combined.
Place the olives in a suitable bowl and pour the prepared seasoning over them. Gently stir the ingredients so that the seasoning reaches all parts of the olives. Finally, transfer the seasoned olives to a clean, airtight glass container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. For better flavor, you can let the olives sit in the refrigerator overnight to absorb the aroma and taste of the ingredients.
This delicious and simple stuffed olive can be served as an appetizer at parties and gatherings, providing a unique and appealing flavor to any event.
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