Bitter apple. Colocynth. A type of gourd about the size of an orange. It has bitter, spongy flesh and is used as a laxative. It is drought resistant so grows well in sandy places.
A fiery paste made with dried chillis, cumin, caraway seeds and coriander (US: cilantro), salt, olive oil and tomatoes. It is added to soups and stews to add a kick.
A stuffing of minced (US: ground) lamb, rice and pine nuts. It is often served with aubergines (US: eggplants) or poultry.
A stuffing of minced (US: ground) lamb, rice and pine nuts. It is often served with aubergines (US: eggplants) or poultry.
