This Middle Eastern cucumber yogurt salad, known as khyar bi laban, is a creamy and refreshing yogurt-based salad made with cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, and mint. It is so simple yet has dimensions of flavor. It is my favorite side dish with many meals, such as beef kofta kebab, chicken tawook, malfoof, leg of lamb,…
This easy eggplant fatteh is the dish you make to impress your guests. It is always loved, whether it is a side on a Middle Eastern brunch spread or a vegetarian side dish to dinner. It looks beautiful, tastes delicious, is layered with flavors and textures, and comes together quickly. You get crunch from the…
Let me start by saying that I love chicken shawarma in all its forms, whether as a bowl, sandwich, or salad. This chicken shawarma bowl is no exception. The marinade for the chicken is nostalgic to the flavor of shawarma I enjoyed on many occasions in the Middle East. All the components of this dish…
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…
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….
These simple date scones are buttery, flaky, sweet, savory, and delicious. The edges are crisp, and the center is soft and bejeweled with dates. They are fabulous as a dessert, brunch item, or snack. I love that they are freezer-friendly, making them a treat that can be made ahead of time and enjoyed for weeks…
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…
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