Mansaf is a classic Jordanian Bedouin dish featuring tender pieces of lamb, fluffy rice, and a tangy-jameed-based yogurt sauce, all on top of a thin Middle Eastern flatbread known as Shrak. In my family, this Jordanian Mansaf recipe is number one. We crave it all year round, and it is the most requested dish we…
This Biscoff Icebox Cake is the perfect no-bake and make-ahead treat that will wow your tastebuds! With only a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, you will be left with a decadent dessert. Biscoff alone is addictive; mix it with fresh whipped cream and lotus cookies, and you have an irresistible bite. What is Biscoff?…
Baba Ghanoush (Roasted Eggplant Dip) is a savory, creamy, smokey eggplant dip with citrus and garlic notes. This is the vegan dip of my childhood besides hummus; baba ghanoush was made on a regular whether for brunch or as a side dish to BBQ. The smokiness from the charred roasted eggplant, in contrast with the…
My family’s easy authentic hummus recipe comes together in just 10 minutes! It is one of the first recipes I ever learned in the kitchen with my mom. We always used canned chickpeas for convenience and just a few simple ingredients to make this wonderful creamy vegan dip. What is Hummus? Hummus in Arabic translates…
This easy labneh dip recipe has got to be hands down one of my favorite mezze’s that is so underrated but unbelievably delicious. The labneh, which is a strained thick yogurt resembling soft cheese, is flavored with fresh garlic, dill, walnuts, and more. The combination is spectacular and quite addicting. There is brightness from the…
Maamoul is a shortbread-like cookie typically filled with date paste, pistachios, or walnuts. You may also know it as Ka3ek, Ma3moul, or Ka3ek El Eid. In this blog post, I will share the buttery cookie dough and date filling recipe, which is the most iconic and traditional. These are necessary during Middle Eastern holidays like…
This Gluten-Free Almond Coffee Cake is irresistibly good. The almond cake is so moist, and the cinnamon sugar walnut filling is the perfect amount of decadence. The topping of shaved almonds gives a bit of crunch, while the dust of powdered sugar offers a sweet finish. The Inspiration behind this Almond Coffee Cake: There is…
This baked date oatmeal is a simple make-ahead healthy breakfast. It comes together quickly with just a few ingredients and one bowl. A bowl of this oatmeal feels like a warm hug. The cinnamon compliments the sweet bits of dates that melt in your mouth. The pecans on top add the perfect touch of crunch….
This slow-roast leg of lamb, with Middle Eastern flavors, will give you a fabulous result every single time! The lamb will fall off the bone and be so tender and flavorful. This is the roast you make to impress your family and guests; not only is it a beautiful centerpiece; it is SO good. It…
Beef sambousek, also known as beef samboosa, or sambousek lahmeh, is a beloved Middle Eastern appetizer and side. Typically, this pastry is stuffed with a spiced meat filling and deep fried. However, for this recipe; I use puff pastry sheets and bake the beef sambousek; giving you a healthier result that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or…
These date blondies are what dreams are made of. They are full of flavor and textures that work together so well. Honestly, they are addicting! The bits of dates and nuts in each bite, with the hint of cinnamon and cardamom, make this a treat. What is fantastic about this recipe is it requires minimal…
This vibrant roasted cauliflower salad is a recipe you will look forward to making whenever you see a head of cauliflower in your fridge. It is SO delicious and SO easy. You cannot help but love it and go back for more. To start, you have a creamy tahini yogurt base with brightness from lemon….
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