Enveloping the spectrum of spices used in North Africa and the Middle East, this combination has a spicy-smokey aroma and a bit of bite when eaten. Savory...
Tahini, ground sesame seed paste, is a major player in Middle Eastern flavors (it's what gives hummus its nutty taste). Serve with toasted pita triangles,...
Use freshly grounded spices for better flavour. Nutmeg may be omitted for those of us who do not consume intoxicants! You can find the dried limes (loomi)...
This is one of my husband's favorites and I believe, it originates in Northern Iran. You might like it but if you don't like dill , than you might hate...
These deviled eggs are very sophisticated, with zingy flavors that go well with contemporary food. One of the most addictive deviled eggs you'll ever taste!...
Ancient worlds have a reason to roast their meat vertically, that's what a shawarma is. this recipe will bring history to present day and prove that at...
A tagine is a delectable Moroccan stew redolent of fragrnat fruits and spices. The word 'tagine' refers to both the dish itself and the pot it is cooked...
Quick, very easy and I like to think a bit healthier, even though it does have cream, it is a lighter sauce. I serve this with some couscous (garnished...
This recipe comes from a cookbook published by my husband's grandmother's Armenian Orthodox church. I prefer the bright, refreshing flavor of its lemon-mint...
This recipe was requested by a reader from Australian Gourmet Traveller. This is a wonderful flavour. It can be made with vegetables only for a vegetarian...
Bulgur wheat makes an excellent pilaf. For the grown ups, this chewy, high fiber grain is paired with chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and olives, also staples...
Iranian Caviar is the finest and most expensive in the world. Khaviar has been a part of Persian cuisine for thousands of years. This is an excellent party...
A completely delicious dish of fish baked in a sweet-sour sauce flavored with pomegranate & citrus. Perfect served over recipe#443553. Modified from a...
For the wildcard mixing pot challenge in fish and seafood. For unrulies under the influence. Were spicy over there. This is reminiscent of a middle eastern...
Pizza is really yummy, but it takes a lot of time to make and many ingredients are needed for that. Quick pizza with middle-eastern khubz is quite easy...
A very Middle Eastern spice mix, I use it in almost everything that has even a hint of the Mediterranean. Sprinkle this over a plate of hummous, dip some...
Simple and versatile. I use it in dips, tzatziki, potato salads and marinades. It comes from Northern Iran, where it's mixed with yogurt or it's used to...
Baba ganoush is a delicious eggplant puree that can be used in much the same way as hummus. It is a must-have on any Middle Eastern meze platter where...
This is a type of chicken curry in a thick gravy with a nice spicy flavor, but is not too hot. You may adjust the 'heat' by adding more serrano peppers."...
This soup is very similar to the one served at my favorite vegetarian restaurant. It's creamy and sweet and is very comforting. It stores well in the refrigerator....
In honor of Zee Zany Zesty Cookzzzzz of ZWT6! This certainly is a zesty recipe, created in a truly zany fashion - throw a lot of ingredients together &...
Charoset is served at the Passover seder and is meant to symbolize the mortar between the brick that the slaves had to use to build the walls. It is served...