Purslane Is Tastier Than Meat! Neighbors from Turkey Taught Me How to Cook This Wild Weed

Ingredients:

• 2 handfuls of fresh purslane (washed and trimmed)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1-2 ripe tomatoes, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: a squeeze of lemon or spoon of plain yogurt to serve

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion until soft.
2. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
3. Add diced tomatoes and cook until they break down into a light sauce.
4. Add the purslane and stir gently. Let it wilt and cook for 5–7 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper. Optional: drizzle with lemon or serve with a spoon of yogurt on the side.

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Why It’s Better Than Meat (Sometimes!)

Purslane has a light, tangy flavor with a satisfying texture—especially when paired with juicy tomatoes and olive oil. It’s filling, full of fiber, and gives your body the nutrients it craves without heaviness.

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Try this simple recipe once and you might just find yourself craving it more than steak. Sometimes, the best meals really do grow wild!