Turkish Spicy Olive Meze with Pomegranate Molasses

Turkish Spicy Olive Meze with Pomegranate Molasses

Inspiration: In the Aegean region of Turkey, cracked olives are often marinated with herbs and citrus. Adding CEREN Spicy Cracked Green Olives with pomegranate molasses creates a sweet–spicy–tangy balance.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup CEREN Spicy Cracked Green Olives
  • 3 tablespoons CEREN Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon CEREN Pomegranate Molasses
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Fresh mint & parsley, chopped

Instructions

Rinse & prep: Lightly rinse olives to reduce excess brine.

Marinate: Toss with olive oil, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes.

Rest: Let sit at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

Serve: Garnished with mint and parsley as part of a mezze platter with bread or bulgur pilaf.

👉 A bold Aegean-style appetizer — smoky, sweet, spicy, and tangy all at once.