Yogurt and Basil Appetizer (Laban ma' Habaq)

Palestine and Jordan
4 cups yogurt, plain
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil, or 2 teaspoons dried basil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Salt to taste
Place all ingredients in a blender; then blend for a few moments. Place in a serving bowl and chill. Serve as a dip with Arabic (pita) bread.

Serves 6 to 8.


From "From the Lands of Figs and Olives" by Habeeb Salloum and James Peters



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