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Purslane is tastier than meat! Neighbors from Turkey taught me how to cook weed.

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is indeed a remarkable plant with a distinct flavor and impressive nutritional profile. In many cultures, especially in Turkey and other Mediterranean regions, purslane is celebrated for its taste and health benefits. Here’s how you can prepare this nutritious “weed” to make a delicious dish, drawing from Turkish culinary traditions:

1. Purslane Salad (Türkçe: “Purslane Salatası”)

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh purslane, washed and chopped
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2-3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Purslane: Wash the purslane thoroughly and remove any tough stems. Chop it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Mix Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the chopped purslane, diced tomato, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
  3. Dress the Salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently. Adjust seasoning as needed.

2. Sautéed Purslane (Türkçe: “Kavurulmuş Semizotu”)

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