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A glass jar filled with thick, golden-brown date relish with a glossy texture, sitting on a ceramic plate with a spoonful of relish beside it.

Silphium & Date Relish — A Lost Traditions Condiment

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  Silphium & Date Relish — A Lost Traditions Condiment This relish is inspired by the forgotten spice routes that wove through ancient Rome, Persia, India, and Egypt. While true silphium has vanished, we recreate its essence using asafoetida and long pepper, blending them with the sweetness of dates, acidity of vinegar, and warmth of […]

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A glass jar of savoury Silphium & Date relish with a rich brown color, placed on a light textured surface. Whole and halved dates are arranged beside the jar, and a wooden spoon with coarse salt rests nearby, with scattered salt crystals adding a rustic touch.

Savoury Silphium & Date Relish

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  A deeply aromatic, spiced, and umami-rich relish inspired by ancient flavours. Gathering of Ingredients ½ cup dates, finely chopped (use less if you prefer even less sweetness) ½ cup toasted walnuts (or pine nuts, almonds) 1 tbsp fermented black garlic paste (or 1 clove roasted black garlic, mashed) 1 tbsp vinegar (red wine vinegar

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