pomegranate tapenade 115g

the flavours of Lebanon

A true celebration of Lebanon. All the ingredients in this pomegranate tapenade are grown in Lebanon. The black souri olives from Beino, north Lebanon, are finely chopped and mixed with capers which grow wild in Lebanon. The caper plant flowers in July in Lebanon, and after flowering the buds are collected, preserved in brine to be used as a condiment in the tapenade. The intensity of the flavour comes from the marriage of Zejd’s pomegranate molasses with the olives and capers. Thyme, rosemary and dried mint, herbs which play an important role in Lebanese cuisine, provide the seasoning. A touch of garlic, red wine vinegar, and of course Zejd’s extra virgin olive oil, add to the rich flavours in this tiny pot.

suitable for a vegan diet

Whereas most tapenades are flavoured with anchovies to give flavour and saltiness to the finely chopped olives, Zejd’s recipe uses pomegranate molasses.The result is full of zing, a touch of acidity for the “meaty” olives.

use

Thanks to its stellar ingredients, a tablespoon or two of Zejd’s pomegranate tapenade can transform a tin of butter beans and a tin of tomatoes. Why not try our recipe for roasted aubergine and pomegranate tapenade? Comfort food with a kick. Don’t just save it for the canapés!