The Other Hummus Bakla in Antakya The Turkish city of Antakya is famous for hummus, but its bakla is better. Bakla is made with a local variety of fava-like beans—bakla—instead of chickpeas, and in addition to lemon and tahini usually contains a considerable amount of garlic. Served on a small plate,… Read More
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