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Mansaf
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…
Appetizers
Baba Ghanoush (Roasted Eggplant Dip)
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…
Brunch
Baba Ghanoush (Roasted Eggplant Dip)
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…
Dairy-Free
Baba Ghanoush (Roasted Eggplant Dip)
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…
Dessert
Biscoff Icebox Cake
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?…
Dinner
Mansaf
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…
Drinks
Beef Shawarma
Beef shawarma is a popular street food in the Middle East. The steak is marinated with an array of spices, stuffed in a pita or wrap, then topped with tahini sauce & several vegetables. It is one delicious mouthful of flavors and textures. I first tasted shawarma many years ago on a trip to Jordan….
Gluten-Free
Easy Authentic Hummus Recipe
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…
Keto
Middle Eastern Grilled Chicken
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…
Middle Eastern
Easy Labneh Dip Recipe
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…
Salads
Burrata Salad
Summertime means beautiful weather, many farmer’s markets, and lots of fresh tomatoes from the garden. In this burrata salad, tomatoes are the star with their sweet and succulent flavor. This dish is very reminiscent of Caprese but with my Middle Eastern touch. One can’t deny that the flavor pairing of creamy cheese and juicy sweet…
Side Dishes
Beef Sambousek
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…
Snacks
Easy Date Scones
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…
Soups
Butternut Squash Soup
This comforting vegan-friendly butternut squash soup is so creamy and flavorful. It’s a tad sweet from the squash but has the perfect heat from the curry too.
Vegan & Vegetarian
Vegan Mango Coconut Mousse
This simple vegan mango coconut mousse comes together with just three ingredients and is then elevated by a candied pistachio crumble over the top. It is super refreshing and creamy, the perfect summer weather mango dessert. Best of all, it takes just 15 min to make and is gelatin-free! The rest is chill time, an…
