Acılı Ezme (Turkish Spicy Tomato Meze)

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Finely hand-chop the tomatoes, peppers, onion, garlic, and parsley; avoid turning them into a puree.

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4 ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded

2 green sivri peppers

1 small onion

1 garlic clove

1/2 cup parsley leaves

1 tablespoon red pepper paste

1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon pul biber or isot

1/2 teaspoon sumac

Salt

Make sure to use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor and texture in your salad.

Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes after mixing for the flavors to meld together.

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