Yogurt and Persian Shallot Dip (Mast-o Musir)
A creamy Persian dip made with tangy yogurt and aromatic Persian shallots (musir), enhanced with fresh mint and rose petals. This traditional appetizer offers a perfect balance of flavors and makes an elegant accompaniment to any Middle Eastern meal.
6 servings
3 hr 15 min
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Ingredients
- •1½ cups dried musir
- •4 cups plain yogurt
- •1 teaspoon sea salt
- •½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •1 cup shredded fresh mint
- •1 teaspoon crushed dried rose petals
- •1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Soak the musir in water for 3 to 24 hours in the fridge. Drain, rinse in cold water, and pat dry. Inspect the soaked musir, cutting out any stems that remain hard after soaking, and chop finely.
180 min
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped musir with the yogurt, salt, pepper, and mint. Mix well.
10 min
- 3.
Add the garnish if you like and serve as an appetizer or an accompaniment.
5 min
