The celebration of Hanukkah has its origins in 165 BC, when a tiny flask of oil lit the Holy Temple in Jerusalem for eight whole days and nights. Traditional Hanukkah foods are often fried in oil to commemorate this miracle. The following menu from Suzanne Tracht of JAR (Just Another Restaurant) in Los Angeles features dishes prepared with oil. (Those on a Kosher diet should omit the dairy ingredients.) Although the menu will impress your guests, it is actually simple to prepare.
⢠Butter Lettuce and Radish Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette
⢠Pot Roast with Carmelized Onions and Roasted Carrots