Aegean Style Purslane Salad (Walnut Pirpirim Salad) Recipe
Purslane, locally known as pirpirim herb, is a herbal source of omega-3 and iron. It is also an energizing, healthy herbal food due to the many vitamins and minerals it contains. In terms of heart health, it is recommended by experts to consume it especially with walnuts. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients:
For 4 people
🕐 Preparation: 5 min.
| Purslane (Sorted) | 2 | Bunch | ||
| White Onion (Medium size) | 1 | Qty | ||
| Tomato | 2 | Qty | ||
| Walnut (Finely Chopped) | 1 | Cup | ||
| Lemon | 1/2 | Qty | ||
| Olive Oil | 1 | 1/3 Cup | ||
| Fine Salt | 1 | Tsp | ||
| Sumac | 1 | Tsp |
Instructions:
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Remove the roots and thick stems of the purslane and rinse them in water a few times. Leave it in plenty of water with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar for 15-20 minutes. If it has lost its vitality, add ice while keeping it in water.
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Peel the onion and cut it into thin slices (in half-moon shape). Sprinkle salt on them, rub them gently without deforming them, then pass them through water and drain them.
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Peel the tomatoes and cut them into large cubes.
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For the sauce, mix lemon juice, salt, sumac and olive oil in a bowl.
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Place the purslane, onion and tomatoes in a deep bowl and mix gently. Finely chop half of the walnuts and add them to the salad.
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Pour the sauce and remaining walnut pieces over your salad in a serving bowl and serve cold without waiting. Enjoy your meal!
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