There is no holiday that expresses more than Chanukah our heart's wish that a great miracle will be here. And the pancakes, along with the donuts, are the highlights of the holiday.
In all of Israel's wars, the Jewish people find themselves facing a cruel enemy – and this is true in the context of Chanukah, the War of Independence and the October 7 disaster. But history teaches us that at the end of the struggle, the Jews always win. Unfortunately, the stories of wars repeat themselves, perhaps to remind us of the importance of unity, heroism and Zionism, and the strength and strength of our people.
Yossi Shitrit, Photo: Assaf Carla
Throughout the generations we have known harsh blows and decrees, but alongside the horror stories there are also wonderful descriptions of Jews who fought together to preserve our special image. Therefore, it doesn't matter if there is a miracle or victory or both, I am proud of our people, their strength and their survival power.
Also in the kitchen: we stick to tradition - but with each generation something new and original is added to it. So get two recipes for very special pancakes.
Fish pancakes, photo: Assaf Carla
Fish pancakes
Ingredients:
√ 2 sea bream fillets without skin and bones
√ 1/2 hot green pepper√ 2 tablespoons chopped dill√ 2 chopped garlic cloves√ 2 coarsely grated potatoes and squeezed from liquids√ 1 grated and squeezed zucchini√ 1/2 onion grated and squeezed from liquids
√ salt, white
pepper√ 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
√ 1 teaspoon turmeric
How to prepare:
1. Cut the fish into thin strips.
2. Mix all the ingredients together into a uniform paste.
3. Heat relatively deep oil in a pan.
4. Form a pancake and fry.
5. Recommendation: Serve with sour cream well mixed with salt and dill.
Hummus pancakes, photo: Assaf Carla
Hummus pancakes
Ingredients:
√ 1 and 1/2 cups thawed
frozen chickpeas√ 1 finely
chopped hot red pepper√ 3 tablespoons chopped parsley√ 2 chopped garlic cloves√ 1 medium grated sweet potato√ 1 tablespoon curry
powder√ salt, white
pepper√ 3 eggs
√ 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
How to prepare:
1. Flatten the chickpeas on a cutting board, and roll out the grains with a rolling pin. The goal is to crush them, but not grind them.
2. Mix all the ingredients together.
3. Heat relatively deep oil in a pan.
4. Form a pancake and fry.
5. Recommendation: Serve alongside tahini.
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