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ALL RECIPES
Dynamite Shrimp (PF Chang’s Inspired)
Dynamite shrimp, made with a crunchy batter, and smothered in creamy spiciness and a bold flavor.
Falafel Wrap (Authentic, Simple & Tasty)
I don’t know if you can beat a freshly made falafel wrap in the morning, with freshly fried falafel.
Eggplant Meatballs with Easy Marinara Sauce
When you are in the mood for a good vegetarian meal, eggplant meatballs are sure to fit the bill.
Cilantro Garlic Sauce (Creamy & Simple)
You’d be surprised about just how many dishes you can use cilantro garlic sauce in.
Simply Perfect DIY Hummus Platter
A hummus platter is such an easy thing to put together, it creates a mini mezze in a jiffy.
Summer BBQ Fresh Bruschetta Pizza
A slice of bruschetta pizza in one hand, and a glass of chilled white wine in the other.
MAIN INGREDIENTS
APPETIZERS & SNACKS
Simply Perfect DIY Hummus Platter
A hummus platter is such an easy thing to put together, it creates a mini mezze in a jiffy.
Authentic Falafel (Gluten Free) Recipe
One of the incredible street foods of the Arab world, falafel (gluten free) version is the authentic one to try.
Creamy Almond Ricotta (Dairy Free)
To celebrate Veganuary, I decided to make a vegan version of one of my favorite dips.
Crispy Baked Salt and Vinegar Wings
Chicken wings are a wonderful way to eat chicken with lots of different topping choices, and these salt and vinegar wings are no exception.
Crispy Za’atar Breaded Mushrooms Recipe
Add a twist to your breaded mushrooms by adding some earthy za’atar to get a really bold flavor.
Spinach Fatayer (Lebanese Spinach Pie)
This humble spinach pie from the Middle East is anything but ordinary.
BREAKFAST
Homemade Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
I will never forget the smell of my mother making us sourdough cinnamon rolls when I was a kid.
Foul Mudammas (Egyptian Fava Beans)
Foul Mudammas is a stew of cooked fava beans normally enjoyed at breakfast.
Sourdough English Muffins
Sourdough English Muffins are one of the tastiest breakfast breads in my opinion, unique and delicious.
Almond Flour Biscuits (Gluten Free)
Almond flour biscuits are a really good option for a gluten free diet.
Family Favorite Sourdough Biscuits Recipe
Sourdough biscuits are one of those foods that I love. Many of us have a favorite memory of our treasured biscuit moment.
Homemade Chicken Breakfast Sausage Recipe
Looking for a healthy and tastier alternative to traditional sausage on your breakfast?
CHICKEN
Easy & Creamy Chicken Pomodoro
Nothing like a good chicken pomodoro to remind you of how well the Italians like to eat.
Crispy & Spicy Chicken Samosa
I don’t know about you but I love a good chicken samosa with my Indian meal.
Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
When you feel like something spicy and cheesy try these cheesy buffalo chicken stuffed peppers.
Crispy Baked Salt and Vinegar Wings
Chicken wings are a wonderful way to eat chicken with lots of different topping choices, and these salt and vinegar wings are no exception.
Homemade Chicken Breakfast Sausage Recipe
Looking for a healthy and tastier alternative to traditional sausage on your breakfast?
BASICS
My Simple Seven Spices Mix
Add the taste of the Middle East to your cooking with my simple Seven Spices mix!
SWEETS
Week #20: Wyoming – Cowboy Cookies
This week we’re in Wyoming! I actually knew nothing about Wyoming before I started this week.
Milk Jam (Middle Eastern Style)
If you are ever looking for a wonderful addition to a dessert, then milk jam is what you are after.
Booza Ice Cream (Lebanese Style)
Booza is the predecessor to modern ice cream the way we are familiar with it today.
Week #19: Kentucky – Kentucky Derby Pie
This week we’re in Kentucky! Kentucky has some of the most beautiful landscapes and sights.
Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies
For a very nice gluten free dessert, try this almond flour peanut butter cookies recipe.
A Delicious Guide to Lebanese Desserts
These Lebanese desserts are shared in all the Arab countries of the Levant.
MEZZE
Falafel Wrap (Authentic, Simple & Tasty)
I don’t know if you can beat a freshly made falafel wrap in the morning, with freshly fried falafel.
Cilantro Garlic Sauce (Creamy & Simple)
You’d be surprised about just how many dishes you can use cilantro garlic sauce in.
Simply Perfect DIY Hummus Platter
A hummus platter is such an easy thing to put together, it creates a mini mezze in a jiffy.
Foul Mudammas (Egyptian Fava Beans)
Foul Mudammas is a stew of cooked fava beans normally enjoyed at breakfast.
Muhammara (Roasted Hot Pepper Dip)
Muhammara is a deliciously spicy mezze dip made from roasted red peppers.
Crispy & Spicy Chicken Samosa
I don’t know about you but I love a good chicken samosa with my Indian meal.
SALADS
Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint
There is nothing like watermelon feta salad to let you know summer is finally here.
Shepherd Salad (Traditional & Easy)
Across the Middle East a simple salad known as shepherd salad is common to many countries, Arab speaking and otherwise.
Zaatar Salad
With an ancient and delicious herb at its center, this zaatar salad is a blend of local ingredients that will give your diners something new and different to enjoy.
Cold Beet Salad
Beets are such a wonderful vegetable that deserve to be center stage like they are in this cold beet salad.
MEAT
Mansaf (Jordan’s National Dish)
Mansaf is definitely a unique dish in so many ways, from its ingredients to the way it tastes.
Roasted Lamb Breast
The lamb breast is one of the lesser known cuts of lamb, but can be one of tastiest.
Maqluba (Upside Down Lamb & Rice)
Out of all of the many recipes I make, I love Maqluba the most for its simplicity and flavor.
Dolmades (Stuffed Grape Leaves) Recipe
This has to be one of my very favorite meals in the world, dolmades is of course the Greek name most people know.
Easy Ghormeh Sabzi Recipe (Persian Stew)
When I need warming up on those cold, wet or snowy days, Ghormeh Sabzi comes to mind immediately.
Kafta (Lebanese Grilled Beef Kebabs)
These Lebanese grilled beef kebabs are perfect for entertaining all year round.
SIDE DISHES
Cilantro Garlic Sauce (Creamy & Simple)
You’d be surprised about just how many dishes you can use cilantro garlic sauce in.
Shepherd Salad (Traditional & Easy)
Across the Middle East a simple salad known as shepherd salad is common to many countries, Arab speaking and otherwise.
Homemade Spicy Cayenne Pepper Sauce
This homemade spicy cayenne pepper sauce rivals any store bought pepper hot sauce you can find on the market.
Palestinian Sfiha Recipe
These mini “Arab Pizzas” are perfect for parties and gatherings!
Flatbread with Herb Butter
A glass of wine, a piece of flatbread with herb butter equals heaven!
Cold Beet Salad
Beets are such a wonderful vegetable that deserve to be center stage like they are in this cold beet salad.
VEGETARIAN
Falafel Wrap (Authentic, Simple & Tasty)
I don’t know if you can beat a freshly made falafel wrap in the morning, with freshly fried falafel.
Eggplant Meatballs with Easy Marinara Sauce
When you are in the mood for a good vegetarian meal, eggplant meatballs are sure to fit the bill.
Summer BBQ Fresh Bruschetta Pizza
A slice of bruschetta pizza in one hand, and a glass of chilled white wine in the other.
Mujadara (Lentils, Rice & Crispy Onions)
Mujadara is a delicious warming dish of lentils, rice and crispy onions popular in the Middle East.
Authentic Falafel (Gluten Free) Recipe
One of the incredible street foods of the Arab world, falafel (gluten free) version is the authentic one to try.
Creamy Almond Ricotta (Dairy Free)
To celebrate Veganuary, I decided to make a vegan version of one of my favorite dips.
FISH
Dynamite Shrimp (PF Chang’s Inspired)
Dynamite shrimp, made with a crunchy batter, and smothered in creamy spiciness and a bold flavor.
Spicy Summer BBQ Shrimp Recipe
This BBQ shrimp recipe is great for one of those beautiful days when a barbecue is a must.
Fish with Tahini Sauce
A wonderful twist on baking fish, that will definitely get people talking!
Spicy Shrimp
When you want something light, delicious, and spicy, there is no other way to go. This fills all the senses!
Sumac Deep Fried Fish
Fish is a wonderfully healthy food we should enjoy more of. It’s low in fat, high in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamin D, the list
BREAD
Summer BBQ Fresh Bruschetta Pizza
A slice of bruschetta pizza in one hand, and a glass of chilled white wine in the other.
Traditional Homemade Tuscan Bread
Anyone who knows me knows that I love bread of every kind and Tuscan bread is no exception.
The Tastiest Sourdough Sandwich Bread
Upgrade your lunches with this authentic sourdough sandwich bread recipe.
Sourdough English Muffins
Sourdough English Muffins are one of the tastiest breakfast breads in my opinion, unique and delicious.
Almond Flour Biscuits (Gluten Free)
Almond flour biscuits are a really good option for a gluten free diet.
Family Favorite Sourdough Biscuits Recipe
Sourdough biscuits are one of those foods that I love. Many of us have a favorite memory of our treasured biscuit moment.
SOUPS
Garlic Soup
This garlic soup is one that everyone has to eat. 100 cloves of garlic can pack a powerful punch!
Spiced Cauliflower Soup
The oven roasted cauliflower combined with spices and yogurt delivers a refreshingly spicy taste to the mouth that revels in the intricacy of the flavors of the dish.
Freekeh Soup
An ancient superfood that has been a staple part of the diet in the Middle East for centuries. Freekeh is a perfect alternative to quinoa.
Middle Eastern Lentil Soup
This is a lovely and hearty Middle Eastern lentil soup. When I think of soup this is the one that first comes to mind. The
VEGETABLES
Homemade Spicy Cayenne Pepper Sauce
This homemade spicy cayenne pepper sauce rivals any store bought pepper hot sauce you can find on the market.
Fried Okra
A Middle Eastern take on fried okra. This tender and crunchy side dish will spice up any meal!
Hello! I’m Chef Tariq.
