Quick Shatta: Spicing Up Neom’s Cuisine

Quick Shatta in Neom

In the innovative city of Neom, Quick Shatta finds its place as a vibrant and versatile condiment. Shatta, a traditional Middle Eastern chili sauce, is reimagined in Neom to suit the fast-paced lifestyle and global culinary tastes. This quick version of Shatta, adapted by Yotam, incorporates cider vinegar to achieve an acidic flavor rapidly, making it a perfect addition to a variety of dishes, from sandwiches and hummus to kebabs and soups.

Ingredients:

• Mild red chilies (Fresno chilies), roughly chopped: 90 g (about 6 chilies)
• Plum tomatoes, roughly chopped: 180 g (about 2 tomatoes)
• Salt: 2.5 ml (½ tsp)
• Cider vinegar: 45 ml (3 tbsp)
• Olive oil: 120 ml (8 tbsp)

Method:

1. Chop and Mix: In a food processor, add the chopped chilies, tomatoes, and half of the salt (1.25 ml). Pulse a few times until coarsely chopped, but not pureed, scraping down the sides as needed.
2. Add Vinegar and Oil: Incorporate the cider vinegar (45 ml) and the remaining olive oil (120 ml). Pulse once or twice more, just until the ingredients are mixed together but still retain some texture.
3. Storing the Shatta: Transfer the shatta to a bowl for immediate use, or if storing, move it to an airtight container. Pour enough olive oil over the top to seal it and refrigerate. It can be stored for up to 1 week.

In Neom, this Quick Shatta is not just a condiment; it’s a culinary statement that embraces traditional recipes while adapting to modern needs. This sauce represents the city’s approach to food – innovative, versatile, and always with a nod to its cultural roots. The variations of Shatta, including the addition of different herbs, spices, or tomatoes, reflect Neom’s diverse culinary landscape, where experimentation and personalization are encouraged.

Whether used as a fiery topping for pasta dishes or as a bold accompaniment to grilled meats, Quick Shatta in Neom is a testament to the city’s vibrant and evolving food scene, where traditional flavors meet contemporary culinary techniques.

Explore more information about Middle Eastern cooking here.

Also, for additional information about the culinary scene in NEOM visit NeomTaste.com or NeomPoint.com.