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Recipe of Molokhia

Recipe of Molokhia

Molokhia is a traditional Egyptian dish made from the leaves of the jute mallow plant, which are finely chopped and cooked to create a flavorful, nutritious stew. It's often served over rice and accompanied by a lemony garlic sauce, adding a zesty and aromatic touch to the dish. Molokhia is a beloved Egyptian comfort food, perfect for a hearty family meal.

Servings4

Preparation45 min

Cookingmin

Calorieskcal

How to Make Molokhia

Instructions

Step 1

If using fresh Molokhia leaves, wash and finely chop them. If using frozen, thaw them before cooking.

Step 2

In a large pot, sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic in olive oil until they become translucent.

Step 3

Add the chopped Molokhia leaves to the pot and stir well. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the leaves to wilt.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes. The consistency should be like a thick soup.

Step 5

While the Molokhia is simmering, rinse the rice and cook it according to package instructions.

Step 6

For the lemony garlic sauce, mix minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt to taste.

Step 7

Serve the Molokhia hot over a plate of rice. Drizzle the lemony garlic sauce on top for added flavor.

Step 8

Enjoy your homemade Egyptian Molokhia!

Step 9

Note: You can also serve Molokhia with pita bread or crusty bread as an alternative to rice.

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Ingredients

1 lb (450g) fresh or frozen Molokhia leaves
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup white rice
For the Lemony Garlic Sauce:
4 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 2 lemons
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt to taste