Basbousa is a delicious Middle Eastern Semolina cake soaked in simple syrup that comes together in under an hour with minimal effort. The coarse semolina in the cake offers a unique texture distinct to this popular Middle Eastern dessert. This easy dessert is very much worth trying! Growing up, this was one of the most…
This baked kofta kebab is a simple recipe with just a few ingredients that makes such a delicious meal. As a mom to a small toddler, I often make recipes that come together with little effort and time. Of course, I still want it to be wholesome, nourishing, and not sacrificing flavor! This baked kofta…
You may have heard of Maqluba (also known as makloubeh, maqlooba, maqlouba), a prevalent Middle Eastern rice dish from Palestine that is sure to impress. It consists of seasoned rice, baked vegetables like cauliflower, potatoes, eggplant, and tender pieces of lamb. All these flavors make for a spectacular dish served by flipping over the pot…
Freekeh soup is one of my favorites, especially this time of year when the weather cools down. It truly nourishes you. This ancient grain from the Middle East has hearty, earthy, and smoky notes. It is not only fabulous in a soup but even on its own as a pilaf in my freekeh with chicken…
This Mediterranean roasted eggplant salad is one I developed on a whim! It is hearty, tangy, and just full of flavors and textures. It is incredibly versatile as you can enjoy it as a side, app, or even dip. This vegan dish is also wholesome and nutritious like many Middle Eastern dishes. I happened to…
Once you try these Mediterranean lamb chops, you will always be making them at home. They are beyond restaurant-quality! Whether you decide to grill or pan sear these lamb chops, that is completely up to you but regardless you will get a very juicy and flavorful chop. It wasn’t until my adult years and after…
Halal cart chicken and rice has been a part of half my life! I grew up just 30 min away from NYC in a suburb of NJ and I would frequent a food cart known as Halal Guys in the city. It was so popular and lines would be blocks long and people just loved…
This fattoush salad is a staple in many Arab homes and restaurants. It is one of the most beloved salads as it is refreshing, tangy, and crunchy from the crisp pita chips. Truly is the perfect bite of salad, and it goes with so many Middle Eastern meals as a quintessential side, especially in Ramadan….
I am going to start off by saying that this ma’amoul coffee cake is divine. It is light, aromatic, and bursting with textures. You have crunch from the chopped walnuts and stickiness from the chopped dates. The cookie spice which has notes of cinnamon and anise makes this cake even more reminiscent of the well-known…
You may be thinking, what is Aish El Saraya? Well, it is a very popular and delicious no-bake Middle Eastern dessert. Aish El Saraya translates in Arabic to “The Palace Bread,” and it’s fitting since this is a bread pudding. What I love about this dessert is how easy it is to put together, and…
This tahini salad recipe is my go-to when I want a refreshing yet creamy bite. It is complementary to so many Arab meals like beef kofta kebab, beef shawarma, chicken, falafel, and seafood dishes like sayadieh. It’s so dimensional in flavors that you wouldn’t think it would be this easy to put together but it…
This Middle Eastern grilled chicken recipe has got to be my new favorite, especially with grilling season around the corner. This may be the only way I marinate my chicken from now on. All the flavors are incredibly delicious and create a super juicy result. It’s a fantastic lean protein perfect for meal prep to…
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