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Nov, 2022
European Schupfnudeln

German-Austrian Schupfnudeln Variations

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European Schupfnudeln

German-Austrian Schupfnudeln

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Around 1630, German soldiers rolled finger-sized noodles from their ration of flour and water. Today, Swabians usually fry Schupfnudeln with sauerkraut and bacon, served at every festival and market. Austrians love the Schupfnudeln with poppy seeds and sweet fruits. Italian gnocchi are identical to Schupfnudeln, just in a different shape. Our recipe gives you all the options, including substitute vegetables for sauerkraut.
 
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Austrian, German
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 4 oz bacon [1] cut into 1/2 inch strips

Fresh Produce

  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 8 oz green cabbage or baby broccoli [2] cooked

Packaged Goods/Staples

  • 12 oz gnocchi [3]
  • 12 oz dried prunes [4] pitted
  • sugar or other sweetener
  • salt & pepper

Alternative: Mohnbutter

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1-3 oz ground poppy seeds
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar optionally

Instructions
 

  • In a PAN, fry bacon strips over medium heat until crisp. Scoop them out. Set aside.
  • Add onions. Fry 5 minutes.
  • Add gnocchi. Fry 5 minutes.
  • Add vegetables and return bacon.
  • Heat until all ingredients are hot.
  • Season with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Serve the compote (see below) for dessert.

Alternative: Mohnbutter

  • Cook gnocchi according to package directions.
  • In a PAN, melt 4 tbsp butter. Lightly roast poppy seeds and optionally Mohnbutter spices. Add gnocchi and toss to reheat.
  • Serve with a side of prunes compote.
  • Optionally, sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Compote

  • In a POT, add prunes and 2 cups of water.
  • Add sweetener and Schupfnudeln spices to taste. Cover and cook over low heat for about 30 to 60 minutes until the prunes softened to your taste and the sauce thickened. Add water if necessary. Enjoy!

Notes

[1] Substitute bacon with small diced pancetta.
[2] Substitute vegetables with 12 oz sauerkraut.
[3] Substitute gnocchi with homemade Schupfnudeln (recipe) or cooked thick pasta (recipe & tips online).
[4] Substitute dried prunes with fresh plums or apples: reduce the water to 1/8 cup.

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21
Oct, 2022
Global Black Bean Burger

Global Black Bean Burger

Black Bean Burger

Global Black Bean Burger

Just a normal burger with beans instead of meat and a bunch of interesting toppings and dressings.

Black Bean Burger Culinary Spice Blend:

Sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, onion, chipotle chili, cumin, smoked paprika, bell pepper, mustard, mushrooms

Indispensable Ingredients
  • 1 can beans: black, pinto, or kidney beans
  • 1/8 cup oat flour
Suggested Standard Toppings
  • 1 onion, sliced into rings
  • tomatoes, sliced
  • lettuce leaves
Optional Specials
  • roasted red bell pepper
  • fried portabella mushrooms
  • baked or fried (sweet) potatoes
  • special dressings:
    horseradish mayo, sweet-chili-mayo, chili-ketchup
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What Makes this Dish Special?

  • Our basic bean burger spice blend includes sun-dried tomatoes, chipotle, porcini mushrooms.
  • We love canned beans as a quick pantry resource for “rainy days”.
  • Mix up the beans to get a different burger each time.
  • Baked bell pepper and fried portabella mushrooms are not the usual burger toppings yet turn out to add an abundance of flavor.
  • Any of the dressings takes the burger to the next level.
Global Bean Burger

Global Bean Burger

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The bean burger is just one of many vegetarian patties created over the years. The history of meatless fried patties dates back to 1969, when the first recorded recipe appeared. By the early 1980s, the first commercially available veggie burger hit the British market, quickly becoming a success. However, at that time, the term "veggie burger" was often misunderstood as a traditional hamburger topped with vegetables rather than a fully plant-based alternative. Enjoy this simple, basic recipe.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Global
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can beans [1] drained and rinsed
  • 1/8 cup oat flour included in our Bean Burger Meal Kit
  • sat
  • olive oil

Culinary Spice Kit

  • 1 pouch Burger spices (included in our Bean Burger Meal and Recipe Kits) Sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, onion, chipotle chili, cumin, smoked paprika, red bell pepper, mustard, mushrooms

Suggested Sides

  • burger bun
  • wrap
  • lettuce leaves

Instructions
 

  • In a BOWL, mash beans with a potato masher.
  • Add 1 tbsp water [3], 1/8 cup oat flour (included in our Bean Burger Meal Kit), 1 pouch (or 1 tbsp) Burger spices (included in our Bean Burger Meal and Recipe Kits), and salt to taste.
  • Knead until the mixture is well combined.
  • Form the mixture into burger patties of your desired size.
  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Fry the patties until they are golden and crisp on both sides.
  • Serve the patties with toppings in a burger bun, wrap, or on lettuce leaves.

Notes

[1] Use black, kidney, or pinto beans or substitute beans with 1 lb ground meat.
[2] For a low carb version, substitute the buns with large lettuce leaves
[3] Alternative: Substitute water with soy sauce, wine, or any liquid chili sauce.
Sides & Toppings: recipes
TIP
â–ª Add mayonnaise with horseradish or zesty chili lime.
â–ª Add ketchup with honey and chipotle chili.
16
Oct, 2022
Georgian Lobio

Georgian Lobio – The Breeze Way

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Georgian Lobio

Georgian Lobio

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Lobio is a very popular dish in Georgia, Europe. It's served as a hot stew in the winter or a cold dip in the summer. There exist many variations for the ingredients. Please select your favorite from our suggestions. You might want to serve it with pomegranate and cornbread for an extraordinarily complex flavor experience. Pickled vegetables are another good addition. The spice blend is the famous Khemli Suneli.
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Cuisine Georgian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 2 cans kidney beans drained and rinsed, 15 oz each (see notes for substitutes)

Fresh Produce

  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro chopped (see notes for substitutes)

Packaged Goods/Staples

  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup walnuts ground (see notes for substitutes)
  • olive oil
  • salt & pepper

Lobio Culinary Spice Kit

  • Coriander, fenugreek, mint, paprika, black pepper, turmeric, methi, savory, basil, cinnamon, cloves

Optional

  • Pomegranate molasses or fresh seeds (see notes for molasses recipe)
  • Cornbread or flatbread

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Beans

  • In a BOWL, mash about 2/3 of the beans with a potato masher.

Step 2: Fry

  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
  • Fry the onions until soft, stirring frequently.

COOK

    Step 3

    • In a POT, add all beans and broth. Mix well. 

    Step 4

    • Add:
    • the fried onions with the oil,
    • cilantro,
    • ground walnuts,
    • salt & pepper to taste,
    • and Lobio spices.

    Step 5

    • Bring to a boil.
    • Reduce the heat to medium-low.
    • Cook for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.

    Optionally

    • For a sweet-sour note, add pomegranate molasses or pomegranate seeds to taste to the finished dish or over the plated meal.
    • Serve with cornbread.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Beans
    â–ª Substitute beans with navy or cranberry beans.
    â–ª Substitute half of the beans with 1/2 lb ground meat.
    Herbs
    â–ª Substitute cilantro with mint or parsley.
    Nuts
    â–ª Substitute walnuts with almonds or hazelnuts or 1 tbsp flour in step 4.
    Pomegranate
    Recipe for pomegranate molasses
    Variations
    â–ª If you love garlic: Add 2 cloves grated garlic in step 2.
    â–ª If you prefer to add veggies: Add 8 oz green beans and 0.5 cup more broth in step 3.
    â–ª If you love nuts: Add 0.25 cup chopped walnuts in step 4.
     
     
    Georgian Bread: Khachapuri recipe.

    Georgian Dishes

    Georgian chakhokhbili
    Georgian lobio
    Georgian chashushuli
    Georgian ajapsandali

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    Georgian Lobio

    Georgian Lobio - The Breeze Way

    Lobio is a very popular dish in Georgia, Europe. It’s served as a hot stew in the winter or a cold dip in the summer. There exist many variations for the ingredients. Please select your favorite from our suggestions. You might want to serve it with pomegranate and cornbread for an extraordinarily complex flavor experience. Pickled vegetables are another good addition. The spice blend is the famous Khemli Suneli.

    Protein

    • 2 cans kidney beans (drained and rinsed, 15 oz each (see notes for substitutes))

    Fresh Produce

    • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
    • 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped (see notes for substitutes))

    Packaged Goods/Staples

    • 1.5 cups vegetable broth
    • 1/4 cup walnuts (ground (see notes for substitutes))
    • olive oil
    • salt & pepper

    Lobio Culinary Spice Kit

    • Coriander, fenugreek, mint, paprika, black pepper, turmeric, methi, savory, basil, cinnamon, cloves

    Optional

    • Pomegranate molasses or fresh seeds ((see notes for molasses recipe))
    • Cornbread or flatbread

    Step 1: Prepare Beans

    1. In a BOWL, mash about 2/3 of the beans with a potato masher.

    Step 2: Fry

    1. In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.

    2. Fry the onions until soft, stirring frequently.

    COOK

    Step 3

    1. In a POT, add all beans and broth. Mix well. 

    Step 4

    1. Add:

    2. the fried onions with the oil,

    3. cilantro,

    4. ground walnuts,

    5. salt & pepper to taste,

    6. and Lobio spices.

    Step 5

    1. Bring to a boil.

    2. Reduce the heat to medium-low.

    3. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.

    Optionally

    1. For a sweet-sour note, add pomegranate molasses or pomegranate seeds to taste to the finished dish or over the plated meal.

    2. Serve with cornbread.

    3. Enjoy!
    Beans

    â–ª Substitute beans with navy or cranberry beans.

    â–ª Substitute half of the beans with 1/2 lb ground meat.

    Herbs

    â–ª Substitute cilantro with mint or parsley.

    Nuts

    â–ª Substitute walnuts with almonds or hazelnuts or 1 tbsp flour in step 4.

    Pomegranate

    Recipe for pomegranate molasses

    Variations

    â–ª If you love garlic: Add 2 cloves grated garlic in step 2.

    â–ª If you prefer to add veggies: Add 8 oz green beans and 0.5 cup more broth in step 3.

    â–ª If you love nuts: Add 0.25 cup chopped walnuts in step 4.

     

     

    Georgian Bread: Khachapuri recipe.

    Georgian Dishes

    Georgian chakhokhbili

    Georgian lobio

    Georgian chashushuli

    Georgian ajapsandali

    Georgian
    coriander, fenugreek, methi, mint, savory
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    Jul, 2022
    Patatas Bravas con Chorizo

    Spanish Patatas Bravas with Chorizo

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    Patatas Bravas con Chorizo

    Spanish Patatas Bravas with Chorizo

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    Originally, tapas are meant as snacks in between drinks. The hot summer in Spain calls for light meals. Sharing a variety of fresh homemade tapas with friends for dinner leaves nobody hungry. Baked potato cubes with a spicy sauce or homemade mayonnaise are a standard item. Since access to Spanish sausages is rare in the US, try our spicy chorizo sauce instead.
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    hands-on time 30 minutes
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Spanish
    Servings 3

    Ingredients
      

    Protein

    • 10 oz sausages * (optional) cut into bite-size slices

    Fresh Produce

    • 4 medium potatoes cut into bite-sized cubes
    • 1 cup tomato sauce unflavored
    • 2 cloves garlic chopped
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice

    Dairy

    • 1 egg room temperature

    Packaged Goods/Staples

    • olive oil
    • salt & pepper

    Chorizo Culinary Spice Kit

    • Ancho chili peppers, cumin, garlic, coriander, salt, black peppercorn, oregano, thyme, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves

    Suggested Sides

    • Gazpacho cold vegetable soup
    • Pa amb tomàquet tomato bread
    • Escalivada grilled vegetable salad

    Instructions
     

    Patatas

    • Preheat OVEN to 400°F.
    • In a BOWL, mix potato cubes with 2 tbsp oil and salt to taste.
    • Spread potato cubes onto a non-sticking BAKING SHEET.
    • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until they are crisp and golden outside. Turn halfway.

    Chorizo Sauce

    • In a POT, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
    • Add tomato sauce.
    • Season with salt and Chorizo spices to taste. Mix well.
    • Cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour.

    Alioli

    • In a tall BEAKER, add 1 cup of oil, egg, garlic, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
    • Place an IMMERSION HAND BLENDER on the ground of the beaker.
    • Run the blender on medium speed (without moving the blender) until the oil transformed into a mayonnaise.

    Serve

    • Serve potatoes, chorizo sauce, alioli, sausages and your preferred sides on separate plates.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    * For instance: beef, pork, chicken, or vegetarian.
     
     

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    Patatas Bravas with Chorizo

    Spanish Patatas Bravas with Chorizo

    Originally, tapas are meant as snacks in between drinks. The hot summer in Spain calls for light meals. Sharing a variety of fresh homemade tapas with friends for dinner leaves nobody hungry. Baked potato cubes with a spicy sauce or homemade mayonnaise are a standard item. Since access to Spanish sausages is rare in the US, try our spicy chorizo sauce instead.

    Protein

    • 10 oz sausages * (optional) (cut into bite-size slices)

    Fresh Produce

    • 4 medium potatoes (cut into bite-sized cubes)
    • 1 cup tomato sauce (unflavored)
    • 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice

    Dairy

    • 1 egg (room temperature)

    Packaged Goods/Staples

    • olive oil
    • salt & pepper

    Chorizo Culinary Spice Kit

    • Ancho chili peppers, cumin, garlic, coriander, salt, black peppercorn, oregano, thyme, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves

    Suggested Sides

    • Gazpacho (cold vegetable soup)
    • Pa amb tomàquet (tomato bread)
    • Escalivada (grilled vegetable salad)

    Patatas

    1. Preheat OVEN to 400°F.
    2. In a BOWL, mix potato cubes with 2 tbsp oil and salt to taste.
    3. Spread potato cubes onto a non-sticking BAKING SHEET.
    4. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until they are crisp and golden outside. Turn halfway.

    Chorizo Sauce

    1. In a POT, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
    2. Add tomato sauce.
    3. Season with salt and Chorizo spices to taste. Mix well.
    4. Cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour.

    Alioli

    1. In a tall BEAKER, add 1 cup of oil, egg, garlic, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
    2. Place an IMMERSION HAND BLENDER on the ground of the beaker.
    3. Run the blender on medium speed (without moving the blender) until the oil transformed into a mayonnaise.

    Serve

    1. Serve potatoes, chorizo sauce, alioli, sausages and your preferred sides on separate plates.
    2. Enjoy!

    * For instance: beef, pork, chicken, or vegetarian.

     

     

    Main Course
    Spanish
    ancho, bay leaves, thyme
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    Jun, 2022
    Spanish Pinchitos

    Spanish Pinchitos

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    Spanish Pinchitos

    Spanish Pinchitos

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    Pinchitos is a popular tapas dish. Tapas are the Spanish interpretation of appetizers, often accompanied by an alcoholic drink, such as beer, wine, or cider. Add baked cubed potatoes, with an optional typical Spanish lemon-garlic-mayonnaise or spicy tomato sauce. Pickled onions or other vegetables complete the perfect blend of delightful flavors.
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    hands-on time 30 minutes
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Spanish
    Servings 3

    Ingredients
      

    Fresh Produce

    • 3 cloves garlic grated or pressed
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
    • 12 green onions cut into 1-inch pieces
    • 3 medium potatoes cut into bite-sized cubes

    Packaged Goods/Staples

    • 12 skewers**
    • olive oil
    • salt & pepper

    Pinchitos Culinary Spice Kit

    • Paprika, mild chilies, cumin, coriander, turmeric, smoked paprika, fenugreek

    Suggested Sides

    • pickles of your choice
    • Spanish homemade mayonnaise Spanish: aioli
    • Spanish salad consisting of grilled bell peppers and eggplants Spanish: escalivada

    Instructions
     

    Marinade

    • In a CONTAINER, mix garlic, lemon juice, 3 tbsp oil, Pinchitos spices, and salt & pepper to taste.
    • Add chicken strips. Mix well.
    • Let it marinate in the fridge overnight.

    Potatoes

    • Preheat OVEN to 425°F.
    • Mix potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil and salt & pepper to taste.
    • Spread them onto a greased BAKING SHEET.
    • Bake them for about 15 minutes until golden and crisp, turning halfway.

    Fry or Grill the Skewers

    • Thread chicken strips onto skewers in a zigzag shape, alternating with green onion pieces.
    • Fry or grill skewers over high heat for a few minutes until they are browned and cooked through.

    Serve

    • Serve skewers and potatoes with your choice of pickles and sauces.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    * Substitute chicken with beef sirloin or lamb.
    ** Soak wooden skewers 30-60 minutes in water.

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    Spanish Pinchitos

    Spanish Pinchitos

    Pinchitos is a popular tapas dish. Tapas are the Spanish interpretation of appetizers, often accompanied by an alcoholic drink, such as beer, wine, or cider. Add baked cubed potatoes, with an optional typical Spanish lemon-garlic-mayonnaise or spicy tomato sauce. Pickled onions or other vegetables complete the perfect blend of delightful flavors.

    Fresh Produce

    • 3 cloves garlic (grated or pressed)
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
    • 12 green onions (cut into 1-inch pieces)
    • 3 medium potatoes (cut into bite-sized cubes)

    Packaged Goods/Staples

    • 12 skewers**
    • olive oil
    • salt & pepper

    Pinchitos Culinary Spice Kit

    • Paprika, mild chilies, cumin, coriander, turmeric, smoked paprika, fenugreek

    Suggested Sides

    • pickles of your choice
    • Spanish homemade mayonnaise (Spanish: aioli)
    • Spanish salad consisting of grilled bell peppers and eggplants (Spanish: escalivada)

    Marinade

    1. In a CONTAINER, mix garlic, lemon juice, 3 tbsp oil, Pinchitos spices, and salt & pepper to taste.

    2. Add chicken strips. Mix well.

    3. Let it marinate in the fridge overnight.

    Potatoes

    1. Preheat OVEN to 425°F.

    2. Mix potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil and salt & pepper to taste.

    3. Spread them onto a greased BAKING SHEET.

    4. Bake them for about 15 minutes until golden and crisp, turning halfway.

    Fry or Grill the Skewers

    1. Thread chicken strips onto skewers in a zigzag shape, alternating with green onion pieces.
    2. Fry or grill skewers over high heat for a few minutes until they are browned and cooked through.

    Serve

    1. Serve skewers and potatoes with your choice of pickles and sauces.

    2. Enjoy!

    * Substitute chicken with beef sirloin or lamb.
    ** Soak wooden skewers 30-60 minutes in water.

    Main Course
    Spanish
    fenugreek, paprika
    2
    Apr, 2022
    Armenian Basturma

    Armenian Basturma

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    Armenian Basturma

    Armenian Basturma

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    Basturma is a pastrami style beef with a fenugreek based seasoning. Our spice kit includes mild Aleppo pepper. Experience the intensive flavor in this adaption for marinated grill meat. Or use the spice blend in a bell pepper dip. Add a cold fresh cucumber summer salad with dill. Armenians like the salad more liquidy close to a soup.
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    hands-on time 30 minutes
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Armenian
    Servings 3 servings

    Ingredients
      

    Protein

    • 1.5 lbs chicken

    Fresh Produce

    • 3 cloves garlic grated
    • 1 English cucumber finely diced

    Dairy

    • 1 cup yogurt plain

    Packaged Goods/Staples

    • oil
    • salt & pepper

    Basturma Culinary Spice Kit

    • [1] Fenugreek, cumin, allspice, black pepper, smoked paprika
    • [2] Aleppo pepper
    • [3] Dill

    Suggested Sides

    • cooked bulgur rice, or couscous
    • Armenian Lavash bread

    Instructions
     

    Basturma Marinade

    • In a BOWL, mix 2 tbsp oil, 2/3 of the garlic, and Basturma [1] spices.
    • Add salt and Basturma [2] spices to taste.
    • In a CONTAINER, pour the marinade over the meat slices and mix well.
    • Let it marinate in the fridge for 24 hours.

    Jajuk Salad

    • In a BOWL, mix yogurt with 1/2 cup of water.
    • Add Basturma [3] spices and 1/3 of the garlic.
    • Mix with cucumber and salt & pepper to taste.
    • Let it cool in the fridge for 1 hour.

    Grill

    • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over high heat.
    • Add meat slices and fry quickly until the meat is just cooked. Turn frequently.

    Serve

    • Serve basturma with jajuk and your preferred side(s).
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Alternative Vegetarian Spread or Dip

    4 red bell peppers, halved
    1 clove garlic
    1-4 tbsp nuts (choose your favorite)
     
    Roast bell pepper skin side up in the OVEN at 350°F about 20 min until the skin comes off. Let it cool. Peel. Blend the flesh in a food processor with 1 tbsp oil, 1 clove garlic, and optionally nuts. Add water as needed to get a smooth paste.
    Add to taste: salt, Basturma [1] + [2] spices

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