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Un Kurabiyesi - Melt in the Mouth Turkish Shortbread Cookies!

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

In North Africa & the Middle East are many variations of the humble shortbread, they all go by different names but are all very similar in taste & appearance. This Turkish recipe is very similar to my favourite Algerian shortbread called... MORE»

Recipe #388616

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Beautiful Seeded Buttermilk Bread.

Posted by Um Safia  

I make my own buttermilk so have a constant supply & am always looking for interesting ways to use it. Here I have come up with a lovely soft, delicately flavoured bread which is good for eating fresh with jam or with your dinner, as toast or... MORE»

Recipe #388596

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Homemade Nutella -- Better Than the Real Thing!

Posted by Um Safia  

Many European kids have grown up eating Nutella, I'm no exception & my kids love the stuff too. These days though, Nutella is becoming increasingly more expensive & as a mother of 2 young children, I'm also worried about what they're... MORE»

Recipe #388479

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My Kids Favourite Pasta Meal.

Posted by Um Safia  

Despite the fact that my two young children go through picky phases, they have decided that they both LOVE this pasta. DS especially can't get enough of the stuff & I am very happy as it's a healthy, filling meal suitable for all the family. I... MORE»

Recipe #388056

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Creamy Courgette (Zucchini) or Cucumber Soup.

Posted by Um Safia  

This is actually an old recipe of my mothers & the whole family loves it. I interchange courgettes & cucumbers depending on what's cheapest at the market! Courgettes make a wonderful creamy soup - with only a little actual cream needed... MORE»

Recipe #388052

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Shorba Baidha - Algerian Chicken Soup.

Posted by Um Safia  

Shorba Baidha, literally means white soup. It is a classic soup in Algeria & is extremely simple to make. The subtle flavours work well together to make a delcious, light soup. I have to say this is one of my all time favourite soups. It's... MORE»

Recipe #387504

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Felfel B'tomatish - Algerian Pepper & Tomato Salad

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is a classic Algerian 'salad' dish. You can either grill the tomatoes & peppers over an open flame, deep fry them or roast them. My family loves this recipe & we always mop it up with fresh bread! You can also serve this as part of a... MORE»

Recipe #387393

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Mesfouf Qsentena - Sweet Couscous With Dates & Nuts

Posted by Um Safia  

This dish is a regional speciality of an area of Algeria called Constantine. For best results, use freshly steamed couscous. This dish is often served with laben aka buttermilk. You can substitute raisins for the dates, just soak them for 5 mins... MORE»

Recipe #387392

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Make Your Own Laben (Buttermilk) - the Easier Way!

Posted by Um Safia  

This is a quicker way to make laben / buttermilk than my other recipe & is a great way to have a constant supply. Make sure the buttermilk is as fresh as possible. Also make certain your mason jar is spotlessly clean! The amounts here are... MORE»

Recipe #387273

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Rezika's Cheese & Potato Bourek (Algerian Spring Rolls)

Posted by Um Safia  

Here is the second of my Algerian bourek recipes. I have also posted a Chicken & Preserved Lemon Bourek recipe. This cheese & potato bourek is another of my family favourites & there never seem to be enough! You can use phyllo dough... MORE»

Recipe #387203

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Make Your Own Laben (Buttermilk) - the Traditional Way!

Posted by Um Safia  

Laban (known as Le babeurre in French & buttermilk in English) is an important staple in the diet of many North African & Middle Eastern countries. These days it is incredibly simple to go to the store & buy it but if you cannot find... MORE»

Recipe #387190

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Algerian Khobz El Dar -- Semolina Bread

Posted by Um Safia  

This is the traditional bread of every home in Algeria, hence it's name which transaltes into English as 'Bread of the House'. Every home has a different version & this particular recipe is from my lovely sister in law 'Um Youcef' Just a... MORE»

Recipe #387136

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Meatballs With Chick Peas & Preserved Lemon -- Morocco

Posted by Um Safia  

This recipe is one of my family's all time favourite meals. We used to make this with ground lamb or beef but decided that it was healthier (& just as tasty) to use chicken instead. You need plenty of fresh crusty bread to mop the delicious... MORE»

Recipe #386762

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Watermelon & Feta Cheese 'cubes' -- for Two

Posted by Um Safia  

I came across this highly unusual, yet delicious recipe in a book simply called ''Middle Eastern Cookery'' (I don't remember the author though). These cubes make a lovely starter just for 2, but obviously you can increase the recipe to serve... MORE»

Recipe #386305

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My Amazingly Soft & Moist Chocolate Sponge Cake

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

I have another recipe for chocolate cake on Zaar but this one has just become by new favourite. Unless I'm baking a really special chocolate cake for an event, I tend not to make cakes that call for chocolate as it is never in the cupboard when I... MORE»

Recipe #386116

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Tajine Malsouka -- Tunisian Chicken 'tagine' Phyllo Pie

Posted by Um Safia  

When most people think of a tagine, they think of a thick, saucy, often fruity dish. In Tunisia though, that couldn't be further from the truth. This Tunisian masterpiece is a lot of work but is perfect for dinner parties & special occasions.... MORE»

Recipe #386113

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Doights De Fatma / Fatma's Fingers - Tunisian Spring Rolls

Posted by Um Safia  

Most North African & Middle Eastern countries have a version of these. In Algeria they are known as Bourek, in Turkey; Borek, in Morocco; Cigars, Brik or Bourek etc.... I have a recipe posted for the Algerian version filled with spiced ground... MORE»

Recipe #386111

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Yummy Banana & Dijon Mustard Sandwich -- Really!

Posted by Um Safia  

This is not a joke recipe, honestly I make it all the time - have done for over 10 years & find it really yummy. When you think about it, it's not all that different from the old classic PB & J..... I love to eat this in thickly sliced... MORE»

Recipe #386078

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My Favourite Sweet Toasted Vermicelli for Ramadan

Posted by Um Safia  

I do have another recipe for Seviyan posted, but that is a creamier more dessert like dish. I prefer this one as it is not as sweet & is brilliant for Suhor (the meal before dawn). Seviyan is the name of the toasted vermicelli used to make... MORE»

Recipe #385957

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Algerian Chicken & Preserved Lemon Bourek

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

The fillings for bourek really are endless, I love the traditional ground lamb & parsley, the prawn & bechemel, potato & cheese........the list goes on. Here I combined ground chicken with fresh coriander & a little preserved lemon... MORE»

Recipe #385942

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