Homemade Falafel With Two Sauces
Traditional falafel is made from ground chickpeas or fava beans with lots of herbs and spices. The greener the color, the more tasty they are. I haven’t included a Tahini Sauce, which is usually served with Falafel because I’m not a fan. I haven’t been able to come up...
Easy Tabouli Salad
I love this salad, I make it a lot in the summer when I have tons of fresh herbs in my garden. I get in the mood for falafel and just have to have this salad with it along with freshly made hummus. If you don’t like mint, use...
The Best Middle Eastern Rice and Beans
I love rice and beans. I got hooked when I tried Cuban rice and beans at a little restaurant on a single strip airport in Florida. From there, I decided that I would try it every time I see it on a menu. This recipe is a cross between...
Easy Spiced Chicken Kebab
This recipe is best cooked on a grill. The smoky flavor of the grill accentuates the flavors of the marinade. Serve this with yellow saffron rice and a Cucumber Tomato Salad to really feel like you’re in the Middle East. There is a lot of garlic, you can use...
One Pan Chicken and Beet Noodles
This was a quick meal I whipped up on a Saturday night. I must say, it was pretty tasty. It was fast, and had little to no clean up....
Shakshuka
Shakshuka has been in Mediterranean cuisine for centuries. It is eaten all over the Middle East, and is especially loved In Israel. I believe it could be the national dish of Israel! Shakshuka is a dish of poached eggs in a fragrant, spicy sauce of tomatoes, peppers, onions and...
Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)
These pizzas make an interesting and unique party food. If you’re really adventurous, you can make them on the grill for the beginning of a backyard barbecue to accompany some kofta or kebabs. Just make sure your grill is clean and oiled, Brush the top of the dough with...
Easy Israeli Couscous with Preserved Lemons
This is a truly Make It Your Own dish, pick the ingredients you have on hand, and you’re sure to create a winning side dish with this recipe! Add in chick peas and make it a meal. The only ingredient that really makes this dish, and there is no...
Preserved Lemon
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Caldeirada-Portuguese Fish Stew
This is a rustic stew constructed in layers cooked and served in the same pot. Use something like a Dutch oven if you are having company. This could also be made in your slow cooker, just put in the ingredients and cook on low for about 6 hours or...