Smoky Creamy Mutabal with Tahini
Mutabal is a rich, smoky, creamy eggplant dip that hails from the Middle East, known for its bold, savoury flavours. It’s similar to baba ghanoush but with a few key differences—namely, the addition of tahini and sometimes yogurt, which gives it a creamier texture. The smokiness of the roasted aubergine …
Atayef (Middle Eastern Stuffed Pancakes)
Atayef or Qatayef is one of the most versatile sweet dishes in the middle eastern cuisine. Of course every country has adopted it and made it their own, especially with regards to the filling. Some only seal it halfway, fill it with homemade ashta (cream) or cheese, others do nutella …
Batata Mahshi – Egyptian Stuffed Potatoes
Also known as stuffed potatoes or dolma, this Egyptian dish, despite the tedious task of peeling, emptying the inside of the potatoes and frying them one by one it is actually a very simple and straight forward recipe. I personally find an apple corker difficult to use and instead find …
Persian Saffron Halva
Halva, I am almost certain that there cannot be a big event in Iran without Halva being served. In the middle east when Halva is mentioned, most will automatically think about the most popular one made with tahini and pistachios. However, this Persian saffron halva is very different and so …
Persian Meat Kotlet (Meat Cutlet)
Delicious and satisfying meat kotlets, traditional in any Iranian household.
Homemade Turkish Lahmacun
Homemade Turkish Lahmacun has a thin crust topped with flavored minced meat and vegetables and is perfect at any time. Enjoy it with spring onions, a squeeze of lemon, and a glass of ayran.
Kuru Fasülye – Turkish White Bean Stew
This Turkish white bean stew is so heartwarming, quick and easy to put together. Everything goes into one pot and you just let is stew for an hour or two or until the meat and the beans are fully cooked.
2 Ingredient Crunchy Honey Phyllo Rolls
This is what I call an easy baklava. So if you are craving baklava and want something simple then give this a try, I thing the whole process, not including the baking time took less than 15 minutes. Feel free to use either orange blossom or rose water in the …
Syrian Stuffed Vine Leaves (Warak Enab)
Syrian Stuffed Vines Leaves or Warak Enab is a savory and delicious meal with extra lamb meat that indulges your tummy
Persian Ramadan Lamb and Lentil Shami Kofta
These Kofta snack pieces are melt in mouth heaven bites that make for the perfect side platters, served alone with any sauce of your choice! Or used as patty pieces for a packed burger or sandwich.