2019-09-17 23:39
PREP 25mins | COOK 40mins | TOTAL 1hr 5minsBaba ganoush is best left rustic with some texture. Because of this, simply mashing and stirring with a fork is all that’s needed. You can ma… Read More
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2019-09-17 23:35
Making tahini at home is easy and much less expensive than buying from the store. We recommend looking for sesame seeds in bulk bins or at International, Asian and Middle Eastern markets for… Read More
2019-09-17 23:21
PREP 1hr 20mins | COOK 20mins | TOTAL 1hr 40minsUse these homemade flatbreads for folded sandwiches, for dipping into soups or cut them into wedges and serve next to your favorite dips. They… Read More
2019-09-17 23:12
PREP 10mins | TOTAL 10minsHomemade hummus is very easy to make and it tastes much better than anything you can buy at the store. If you don’t have any tahini, a paste made from sesame… Read More
2019-09-17 22:40
PREP 10mins | TOTAL 10minsUse this vegan tahini sauce as a dressing for salads, a sauce for vegetables and meats, a spread for sandwiches or a dip for just about anything. It’s very si… Read More
2019-09-17 22:30
PREP 8hr 20mins | COOK 10mins | TOTAL 8hr 30minsHow to make delicious and crispy falafel at home rivaling your favorite restaurants. After lots of kitchen tests, this falafel recipe has beco… Read More
2019-09-16 00:13
Total: 75 minsPrep: 20 minsCook: 55 minsYield: 4 servingsKufta, kofta, and kafta slightly different spellings for the same dish: Middle Eastern meatball or meatloaf-style dishes with many va… Read More
2019-09-16 00:06
Total: 1 hr 15 minPrep: 30 minCook: 45 minYield: 6 to 8 servingsIngredients2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup finely chopped carrot1/2 cup finely chopped celery2 teaspo… Read More
2019-09-15 23:58
Level: Easy | Total: 30 min | Prep: 15 min | Cook: 15 min | Yield: 4 servingsIngredients3/4 cup instant gritsKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese3 tables… Read More
2019-09-15 23:35
Here are 5 small things you can do to make a big impact. By: Rina RapuanoRestaurateurs Ellen Kassoff Gray and Todd Gray have already nailed down their 2019 New Year’s resolution. The o… Read More
2019-09-15 20:31
Chef Ali Fouad of Al Nafoorah in Jumeirah Emirates Towers shares his kofta bel seney recipe. Ideal for iftar during Ramadan, it is also a wholesome dinner any time of the yearLevel Intermedi… Read More
2019-09-15 20:14
Chef Matteo Guerra from The Fish House at Intercontinental Festival City sources hammour from The Fish Farm. He showed us his favourite way to prepare this local specialityA rice and f… Read More
2019-09-15 19:59
Lamb ouzi is a traditional UAE dish that the whole family can enjoy. Chef Ali Fouad of Al Nafoorah in Jumeirah Emirates Towers shares an easy ouzi recipe that’s ideal for iftarLamb Ouz… Read More
2019-09-15 19:46
Celebrate Easter – or any other special occasion – with what is arguably the best meat you can roast, either in an oven, on the Weber BBQ or if you are lucky enough, on the spit… Read More
2019-09-14 20:21
Author: The Mediterranean Dish | Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 5 mins | Total Time: 25 minutes | Yield: Serves 4 to 8 peopleThink of Lahmacun (Lahamajoun) as super thin, crispy Turki… Read More
2019-09-14 19:59
These vegetarian kebabs bring European flavors to the grill.YIELDS: 12 SERVINGSPREP TIME: 0 HOURS 5 MINSTOTAL TIME: 0 HOURS 20 MINSINGREDIENTS1/4 c. red wine vinegar1 green onion, finely cho… Read More
2019-09-14 19:11
Thanks to the chickpeas, this salad will keep you full for hours. It's satisfying in a way that leafy greens never could be.INGREDIENTSFOR THE SALAD2 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, drained and rins… Read More
2019-09-13 22:55
Author: Suzy Karadsheh | Prep Time: 30 mins | Cook Time: 12 mins | Total Time: 42 minutes | Yield: 12 skewersMediterranean Grilled chicken kabobs! Chicken pieces, marinated Mediterranean-sty… Read More
2019-09-13 22:53
Author: The Mediterranean Dish Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Yield: 12 tbsp (serves 5)BEST tahini sauce recipe with lime juice, fresh garlic and parsley! Serve it as part of your me… Read More
2019-09-13 22:31
Author: The Mediterranean Dish | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 40 minutes | Yield: 6Simple, comforting, one-pot chicken and rice dinner with a tasty Middle Eastern tw… Read More
2019-09-13 12:49
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Level of Difficulty: EasyIngredients2 cups homemade yogurt or Greek yogurt2 medium cucumbers, finely diced2 cloves garlic, finely miced1 tablespoon olive oiljuice of… Read More
2019-09-13 11:35
Mark our words: bulgur is the new quinoa. Over the last few years, quinoa has shot to popularity due to its numerous health benefits, but we think it’s time to make way for another sup… Read More
2019-09-11 12:52
The spice mixture on this flat bread is my version of a spice blend used in the Middle East, called Za'atar. It's a great seasoning to use on meats and vegetables too.Recipe by Christine Cus… Read More
2019-09-11 12:39
Break out of your food routine and heat up your barbecue menu with a little help from these grilled lamb koftas. In what basically shakes out to be a Middle Eastern style burger without the… Read More
2019-09-11 12:29
We’ve transformed a typically un-fun food like falafels and made mini pita sliders that are injected with lots of fresh ingredients and tons of flavour. Adding mushrooms and almond mea… Read More
2019-09-11 12:26
Carrots and hummus are a classic snack, but why not turn everyone’s favourite Middle Eastern dip into a meal! We’ve loaded up our creamy hummus with the works to bring you… Read More
2019-09-09 00:26
0:20 Prep | 0:20 Cook | 4 Servings | Super easyCooked in the one pan, this quick and easy omelette has Middle Eastern flavours and is perfect for brunch or dinner.INGREDIENTS1 tablespoon ext… Read More
2019-09-08 23:51
1:50 Prep | 75 Servings | EasySucculent lamb with Middle eastern-inspired marinade served with loaded baba ghanoush is perfect for a weekend barbecue with family and friends.INGREDIENTS1.8kg… Read More
2019-09-08 23:40
0:10 Prep | 0:30 Cook | 4 Servings | EasyNot only are these Persian-style rice bowls delicious, but you can freeze the cooled rice mixture and chicken separately in airtight containers for u… Read More
2019-09-08 23:26
0:15 Prep | 0:05 Cook | 4 Servings | Super easyINGREDIENTS200g Greek fetta, halved2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil250g red mini roma tomatoes, halved200g yellow grape tomatoes, hal… Read More
2019-09-08 22:51
0:10 Prep | 1:00 Cook | 4 Servings | Super easyFor a fuss-free weeknight dinner, you can't beat this easy chicken tray bake – it's loaded with drumsticks, feta, tomatoes and oliv… Read More
2019-09-07 11:11
Difficulty Level IntermediateRecipe By Hadias CuisineManakeesh /manakish /manaeesh or in singular form man’ouche, a popular flaky, crispy and a bit chewy Lebanese round-doughthat is fi… Read More
2019-09-07 10:26
Difficulty Level: AdvancedRecipe By Hadias CuisineKaak alasreya/ Kaak/ Lebanese Street Bread is a hand bag-shaped savory roll covered with sesame seeds – crispy on the outside and chew… Read More
2019-09-07 10:05
Ingredients31/2 cups bread flour11/2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons active dry yeast11/4 cups or a bit more lukewarm water11/2 teaspoons salt11/2 tablespoons honey, for the boiling waterToppin… Read More
2019-09-07 09:38
Ingredients:21/2 cups all-purpose flour¼ cup canola oil3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons white sesame seeds2 tablespoons whole anise seeds1 tablespoon powdered milk¾ or 1 cup lu… Read More
2019-09-07 05:38
Who said pizza needs to have cheese on it? Definitely not the Lebanese.When it comes to traditional Lebanese pizza, the common ingredients differ greatly from its Italian counterpart. Wherea… Read More
2019-09-07 05:27
Whether you are looking to treat yourself, top off a family meal in style or celebrate a special occasion, nothing will hit the spot quite like baklava. What is Baklava? From its thin, flaky… Read More
2019-09-01 22:05
Knafeh is a very delicious Turkish dessert which is especially famous in Hatay region. It’s made with kataifi and cheese with a beautiful consistent syrup. You may be suspicious from a… Read More
2019-09-01 21:57
Source: Reem Assil, Reem’sFor a delicious variation, add a bit of za’atar and other goodies as soon as the bread comes out of the oven. See instructions below the recipe.Makes 4… Read More
2019-09-01 21:52
Source: Reem Assil, Reem’sFatayer Bi Sabanikh (Spinach Turnovers)Makes 20-24 individual piesINGREDIENTSBasic Pie Dough1½ teaspoons active dry yeast1 teaspoon sugar1 cup warm wat… Read More
2019-09-01 03:20
This one-dish meal is packed with flavor, and as easy as it is healthy. Rotisserie chicken, microwavable brown rice and pre-trimmed beans make this meal a cinch to prepare in less than 30 mi… Read More
2019-08-28 22:43
Sally and Ross Smith bought their walnut orchard near Oberon, NSW in 2009 and sell their nuts through the Bathurst and Orange farmers' markets. These walnuts are a world away from the soggy… Read More
2019-08-28 22:36
MAKES 2SKILL LEVEL MIDByAnnette Madjarian, SBSIngredients14 g (2 x 7 g sachets) dried yeast330 g (1½ cups) caster sugar1 kg plain flour½ tsp ground mahleb (see Note)250 ml (1 c… Read More
2019-08-28 22:29
This large flatbread is easily recognised by its traditional oval shape and bold central lines. A flour wash gives it a deliciously crisp upper crust that contrasts particularly well with it… Read More
2019-08-28 22:13
Hummos is an essential part of a Levantine mezze and is served in many different ways, either plain or with shawarma lamb slices on it or ground meat and pine nuts. The key is to achieve a b… Read More
2019-08-28 22:05
Falafel is the original veggie burger and is a common dish throughout the Middle East. It is found in Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, Jordan, Egypt, and is especially popular with Lebanese. In Eg… Read More
2019-08-26 21:02
Whip up a batch of homemade hummus with chips in minutes! It's easy and tastes irresistibly fresh.By Betty Crocker KitchensIngredientsHummus1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ chickpeas (garbanzo… Read More
2019-08-26 19:42
Home-made pita breads taste nothing like the inferior alternatives you can buy in the shops. In this simple recipe, perfect for anyone who's new to bread-making, James Morton shows how easy… Read More
2019-08-26 19:12
Served nacho-style with crispy pitta chips, Nigella Lawson's Middle Eastern Beef and Aubergine Fatteh, as seen on her BBC series, At My Table, makes a sumptuous dinner.IntroductionThis is a… Read More
2019-08-26 18:59
This exquisite Middle Eastern-inspired orange blossom and milk pudding with crushed pistachios and honeycomb is a simple, easy recipe from the Ducksoup Cookbook. Make it the day before and s… Read More
2019-08-26 18:52
Looking for a new twist on a traditional Millionaire's shortbread? Try this innovative tahini-rich Middle Eastern version from Yotam Ottolenghi's Sweet book.IntroductionA three-layered bar w… Read More
2019-08-21 23:55
Juicy spiced parcels of protein, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory goodness that use lettuce instead of bread. Adding yogurt, nuts and fresh herbs makes this Mediterranean-inspired dish tic… Read More
2019-08-21 23:47
Even carnivores will relish sinking their teeth into these juicy, charred cauli steaks from Sabrina Ghayour's new Persian leaning cookbook, Feasts.Difficulty easy Cooking time less than 30 m… Read More
2019-08-21 22:45
Green eggs, minus the fabled ham and with all the flavour. Make your breakfast a vibrant shade of emerald to get the day going.Difficultyeasy Cooking timeless than 30 minutes Servesserves 6R… Read More
2019-08-21 22:30
These golden fried homemade falafels are fried in coconut oil for a tropical (and healthy) touch.Difficulty not too difficult Cooking time more than 1 hour Serves 6IngredientsFalafels2 cups… Read More
2019-08-20 01:05
Turkish Borek with Cheese and Herbs is the best savory pie you can ever have in your life time. Flaky, tender and filling, these make perfect savory snacks. What Is Turkish Borek You can fin… Read More
2019-08-10 21:17
Mouthwatering roast chicken, combined with lemony sumac, onions and pine nuts. The Lebanese inspired recipe is an alternative to classic roast chicken dishes.Chicken roasted with sumac is Le… Read More
2019-08-10 21:10
These cookies, known as maamoul, are one of my favourite sweets at Comptoir. They have a slightly coarse and delicately sweet semolina butter pastry that surrounds a filling of dates or waln… Read More
2019-08-08 07:48
Avocados are a healthy indulgence that contain a great deal of nutrition yet have a creamy and satisfying texture. You can eat some every day to take advantage of lots of fiber plus vitamins… Read More
2019-08-08 06:54
The word kofta comes from the Persian koofteh, which means "pounded meat," and these meatballs have been eaten for hundreds of years—the earliest written recipe dates to ancient Arabic… Read More
2019-08-08 06:21
On any given afternoon in downtown Amman, there's someone standing outside the awning of Hashem, gawking as a towering tableau of food unfolds in full view, the heady smell of frying falafel… Read More
2019-08-08 06:09
This nutty, citrusy, tahini-based sauce is a cooling complement to cooked fish and vegetables. Extra sauce will keep in the refrigerator for up to one week.What You Will NeedBlender or Food… Read More
2019-08-08 05:57
These juicy and crispy pan-roasted chicken thighs are rubbed with the spices commonly used for rotisserie-cooked shawarma meat. If you don’t have a spice grinder or mortar and pestle… Read More
2019-08-05 23:26
Recipe by by ninabaydounGarlic is one of the main ingredients in our kitchen, we use it in a variety of recipes. And I think it is Chicken’s best friend. And the garlic dip is a… Read More
2019-08-05 23:17
For this tomato salad, look for some good heirloom varieties to add different colours and shapes. Za'atar spices go particularly well with tomatoes and are also fantastic with roast lamb dis… Read More
2019-08-05 22:56
This dish is full of flavour already. However, if you add an orange and fennel salad (or a date and orange salad), plus a bowl of couscous or rice, then you have the perfect meal. As for lef… Read More
2019-08-05 22:43
Recipe by Peter GordonMore often than not, this classic North African dish is vegetarian and, much as I am happy to eat it that way, I prefer this spiced up version containing lamb — a… Read More
2019-08-05 22:41
( SERVES 4 )This salad can be made a day ahead and makes a healthy and delicious lunch idea.Ingredients1 cup Quinoa420 g John West Pink Salmon, 2 x Cans, drained, bones removed and flaked&fr&hell…Read More
2019-07-31 14:04
Commercial kitchens from Milan to Sydney to Singapour to Dallas are serving Panna Cotta these days. I get the impression that most chefs the world over think that Italy is where the mediterr… Read More
2019-07-31 13:37
Give your rice a boost of flavor with curry powder and herbs that turn this side dish into a feature.Ingredients125 ml or 1/2 cup uncooked brown or white long grain rice300 ml or 1 1/4 cup c… Read More
2019-07-29 22:30
SERVINGS: 12 PITAS | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODThis perfect recipe is from Molly Yeh’s Short Stack Yogurt book (get it here, and see Molly’s post with photos here). I use labneh ra… Read More
2019-07-25 02:56
Classic street food that is an appetizer or can be filled in to wraps and sandwichesThe Lebanese Chickpea Falafel Recipe is a classic street food of middle-east made from chickpeas. It is si… Read More
2019-07-25 02:33
A wonderful dessert for both lemon and blueberry lovers, a tart citrus flavor with just enough sweetness with a buttery taste in every bite. Keep it for your major gatherings or partie… Read More
2019-07-25 02:19
Hands down, my number one-go to stew recipe of all times! Lebanese Cauliflower Stew, super comforting, and I am not sure if the rest of the world understands the love, we Lebanese have for s… Read More
2019-07-25 02:11
Ingredients2 large sweet potatoes, 900 g./2 lb both together, diced to 2.5 cm/ 1 inch cubes2 cups couscous2 cups water, to cook the couscous2 teaspoon salt, for the couscous2 tablespoo… Read More
2019-07-20 11:19
Crunchy Cucumber Salad is made creamy–yet still healthy–with labneh, and the cukes hold their crunch with a quick drain after they are sliced.I consider this crunchy, creamy sala… Read More
2019-07-20 10:03
The carrots can be roasted in advance, and served reheated or at room temperature. Add the labneh topping just before serving. Roasting time for the carrots depends on their size. For carrot… Read More
2019-07-20 09:56
I like to cook the lamb on the medium-rare to rare side for tenderness. Total roasting time is approximately 10-15 minutes per pound, so plan on just over an hour to an hour and a half in th… Read More
2019-07-20 09:45
Your simple, succulent summer grill favorite is here! Many spices are called for to get the classic shawarma flavor, but note that you'll be using your spices all season long, so the investm… Read More
2019-06-24 23:06
PREP: 20 MINSCOOK: 5 MINSSERVES: 6MAIN INGREDIENT: EGGSDIFFICULTY: EASYCUISINE: MIDDLE EASTERNINGREDIENTS:6 eggs, soft-boiled400g packet sesame falafels6 bagels1 red onion, very thinl… Read More
2019-06-24 22:58
PREP: 10 MINUTESMAKES: 2 1/2 CUPSINGREDIENTS:400g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed2 small cloves garlic, peeled¼ cup firmly-packed coriander leaves¼ cup extra virgin olive oi… Read More
2019-06-24 22:50
INGREDIENTS:1 tablespoon olive oil1 brown onion, finely diced2 garlic cloves, crushed1 large red capsicum, deseeded, finely diced1 tablespoon Moroccan seasoning2 teaspoons smoked paprika2 te… Read More
2019-06-24 22:41
Fluffy in the middle and crunchy on the outside. Rachel Allen takes us through her golden rules for the perfect roastie.The question you ask us most often, is what’s the secret of roas… Read More
2019-06-24 22:30
SERVES 4-6HANDS-ON TIME 25 MIN, OVEN TIME 1 HOUR 15-25 MINA chicken roasted in za’atar and pomegranate juice – served with a cucumber, radish and walnut salad – makes a sur… Read More
2019-06-24 22:25
SERVES 4HANDS-ON TIME 30 MINGrab a pack of pitta breads for this easy 30-minute meal; spiced chicken, onions and peppers are skewered and grilled before being drizzled in a garlic yoghurt dr… Read More
2019-06-24 22:07
SERVES 4-6TAKES 15 MINUTES TO MAKE, 25-30 MINUTES TO COOKWith chickpeas, aubergines, halloumi and roasted garlic, this quick vegetarian salad recipe makes a substantial main meal.NUTRITION:… Read More
2019-06-24 21:57
1H 30 MIN8 SERVINGSIngredientsChocolate Crust:250g sweet-meal biscuits100g chocolate, melted50g of Lurpak Butter Blocks1 Cup Arabic CoffeeCheesecake:900g cream cheese270g sugar (1 Cup)1 Vani… Read More
2019-06-23 22:55
IngredientsFor the dough:4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sunflower oil1 tablespoon granulated sugar, for the dough½ teaspoon ground cardamomA pinch of salt¾ cup lukewarm water&fr&hell…Read More
2019-06-23 22:38
Turkish Tahini Sweet Rolls (Tahinli Ekmek)Yeast bread flavored and filled with tahini, made into swirls. The first time I had these rolls was in Istanubul Turkey! After our visit to Hagia So… Read More
2019-06-21 23:20
Difficulty Level | Yields 8 medium-sized loavesPita bread / Arabic Bread or Lebanese bread, as some call it, plays a significant role in Lebanon and Middle East. A daily ritual and no meal i… Read More
2019-06-21 22:40
One of the simple and delicious things you can do with your grape leaves is to stuff them with goat cheese labneh or the spreadable goat cheese (chèvre). Fill a jar with these labneh… Read More
2019-06-21 22:21
Mediterranean Marinated Olive!! Olives and olive oil are a staple of Mediterranean cuisine, and the olive tree is among the oldest cultivated trees in the world. You have heard a lot about h… Read More
2019-06-17 02:37
Are you looking for a simple jam recipe? Look no further! The smell of jam fills the air!! We just came back from a visit to Beirut and Paris. We spent some family time together with my mom… Read More
2019-06-17 02:23
Talk about the oriental and Middle Eastern desserts that tickle the senses with their aromas and flavors. Ashtalieh/ Ashtalleya is a Lebanese classic made out of simple cupboard ingred… Read More
2019-06-17 02:20
Sugar syrup (Ater)is used in a wide variety of Arabic sweets. It is either drizzled over baked or fried oriental desserts, or baked or fried goods are dipped in and lifted out to sweeten and… Read More
2019-06-16 00:48
Serves 7Preparation Time 20 MinutesCook Time 10 MinutesThese cheese samosas are stuffed with a delicious mixture of cheeses then fried until golden and crunchy. Serve them hot to enjoy the m… Read More
2019-06-16 00:39
Serves 6 PersonsPreparation Time 20 MinutesCook Time 50 MinutesA great Middle Eastern appetizer that will add a great touch to your mezze table. Making grape leaves has never been this easy!… Read More
2019-06-16 00:32
Serves 4 PersonsPreparation Time 10 MinutesCook Time 20 MinutesThis is a revisited Middle Eastern recipe .Flavored with BBQ sauce and a mixture of spices; it’s guaranteed to please all… Read More
2019-06-16 00:24
Kabsa is the national Saudi dish, and our beef kabsa recipe is actually very easy to make! The mixture of spices used give it its unique taste.Serves 6Preparation Time 15 MinutesCook Time 1h… Read More
2019-06-16 00:13
Are you ready guys to make with me an extra ordinary Lebanese crowd-pleaser? I am guessing most of you have an idea about these Lebanese meat pies which we call in Lebanon sfeeha. They are s… Read More
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