Hulba (Fenugreek Paste)

1. 1

   Place fenugreek in a bowl and add cold water.

2. 2

   Leave to soak for 5 hours.

3. 3

   Pour off water and beat until frothy with a fork.

4. 4

   Remove stalks and seeds from chilis and chop finely (take care in handling them).

5. 5

   Blend into fenugreek paste with salt to taste and place in a pot.

6. 6

   This is the actual Hulba.

7. 7

   Add remaining ingredients except the stock or substitute some of the ingredients with whatever is on hand.

8. 8

   Blend ingredients in pot and add enough stock to moisten.

9. 9

   Place over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until bubbling and thick.

10. 10

    Add a little more stock during heating if necessary.

11. 11

    Adjust seasoning with salt and serve in a deep bowl with khobz, malvj, or the readily available Lebanese flat bread for scooping up the mixture.

12. 12

    Serve in individual bowls if preferred.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.