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Mujdei with Fresh Herbs and Lemon Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the minced garlic, chopped parsley, dill, and mint.
2. Add the lemon juice and olive oil to the bowl and stir until everything is well combined.
3. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve the mujdei with fresh herbs and lemon as a dipping sauce for vegetables, bread, or grilled meats.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: None
5. Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- Makes about 1 cup of mujdei

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Fiber: 0g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs instead. Use 1 tablespoon of each dried herb instead of 1/4 cup of each fresh herb.
- If you don't have lemon juice, you can use lime juice or white wine vinegar instead.

Variations:
- You can add other herbs or spices to the mujdei, such as cilantro, basil, or red pepper flakes.
- You can also add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the mixture to give it a touch of sweetness.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to mince the garlic finely so that it blends well with the other ingredients.
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Let the mujdei sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Storage instructions:
- Store the mujdei in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Reheating instructions:
- None

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the mujdei in a small bowl with a sprig of fresh herbs on top.

Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, lemon wedges

Pairings:
- Vegetables, bread, grilled meats, fish

Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes, rice pilaf

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mujdei is too thick, you can add a little more olive oil or lemon juice to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils thoroughly before preparing the mujdei.
- Store the mujdei in the refrigerator and discard any leftovers that have been sitting at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Food history:
- Mujdei is a traditional Romanian sauce made with garlic, oil, and vinegar or lemon juice. It is often served with grilled meats or vegetables.

Flavor profiles:
- The mujdei has a bright, fresh flavor from the herbs and lemon juice, with a pungent kick from the garlic.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the mujdei as a dipping sauce for vegetables, bread, or grilled meats.

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Region: Romanian

Taste: Tangy, Herbal, Citrusy, Savory, Aromatic