Egyptian Salad (Salata baldi)

Step 1

Using a mortar and pestle crush garlic with cayenne pepper, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper and half the jalapeño if using.

Step 2

On another plate, grate two tomatoes.

Step 3

In a large bowl combine garlic mixture, grated tomatoes, lemon juice and vinegar.

Step 4

Add diced cucumber, tomatoes, onion, shredded carrot and the remaining jalapeño.

Step 5

Pour in water and add crushed ice, mix everything well, cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Step 6

To serve:

Step 7

With a slotted spoon place the veggies on a serving plate.

Step 8

Pour the water into small cups and serve along the salad.