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Recipes

Traditional Algerian Sables (Cookies) - Like Linzer Augen

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is my own family recipe for the traditional Algerian 'Sables' cookies. These sables are very easy to make & are a real favourite in our home. We like them with strawberry jam filling & icing sugar dusting or with apricot jam filing... MORE»

Recipe #350757

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Prohibition Barbary Coast Cocktail

Posted by Jess4Freedom  

Only desperation would cause somebody to mix Scotch and gin, but Prohibition was a desperate time—and, surprisingly, the results aren't half bad. http://www.prohibitionrepeal.com/history/cocktails.asp MORE»

Recipe #342796

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Jazzy Potato Salad

Posted by JeanineD 2  

This recipe I put together myself as I have children who refuse to eat anything that is white example ( potatoes, pasta, rice, white bread) this drives me dilly so I pulled everything out of the grocery cupboard and came up with this.To say the... MORE»

Recipe #332375

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Chicken and Olive Tajine

(1 reviews) Posted by Moroccan Mama  

This is a favorite in our house. I make it almost every week. MORE»

Recipe #329511

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Gran's Flop Proof Chocolate Cake

(1 reviews) Posted by Luschka  

My Gran gave me this recipe at my hen's party before I got married. I'll always keep it near, but paper get's damaged, so I'm saving it here. MORE»

Recipe #316536

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Sudanese Cinnamon Tea.

(7 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is a lovely simple recipe for traditional cinnamon tea as it is drunk in Sudan. You can reduce / increase the servings easily also. Posted for ZWT 4. MORE»

Recipe #310746

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Creme Caramela - Sudanese Caramel Custard.

(1 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is a traditional recipe for the famous Sudanese version of creme caramel. Posted for ZWT 4. If you dont have a star shaped mould then use what you have. You can also make individidual servings. MORE»

Recipe #310745

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Kansiyé - Traditional Recipe from Guinea (West Africa)

(2 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

Kansiyé is a stew which is serve with rice. This is a very traditional dish in Guinea & is easy to make. Posted for ZWT 4. MORE»

Recipe #310432

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Mchicha - Tanzanian Spinach & Peanut Curry.

(7 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

Mchicha is a very traditional dish in Tanzania & can be made like this with peanut butter - homemade or natural is best - or it can be made with a whole coconut (grated flesh & milk) instead. Posted for ZWT 4. MORE»

Recipe #310341

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Ugandan Curried Potatoes

(9 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

This is a great recipe for a potatoe side dish from Uganda, It is simple to make, fast & very tasty! Posted for ZWT 4. MORE»

Recipe #310292

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East African Curried Chicken Soup

(1 reviews) Posted by Simba7  

This is a delightful East African soup. It is piquant and aromatic. I found this a few months ago, and I enjoyed it very much. I hope you do too! MORE»

Recipe #293684

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Queen Mab's Midsummer Night's Dream Rose Petal Cake

Posted by French Tart  

Many of you who know me very well on Zaar, will also know of my love of and extensive research into historical traditions, cooking, food and recipes; this is a cake recipe that I have been refining for some time now, and at last, I have tweaked it... MORE»

Recipe #290576

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Gâlat / Galat Dagga - Tunisian Spice Mix - North African

Posted by Um Safia  

This is a traditional spice mix native to the southern part of Tunisia. Use it to enhance the flavours of various North African delights - especially tagines & stews. This is a simple but effective blend & a good base for many... MORE»

Recipe #290129

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Tabil - Traditional Tunisian Spice Mix

Posted by Um Safia  

Tabil is used to season & enhance many Tunisian dishes. In fact, Tabil means seasoning (it originally referred to the coriander which is the key ingredient in Tabil!) Tabil is often used in conjunction with harissa & added to stews. You... MORE»

Recipe #290116

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Bo-Kaap Cape Malay Kerrie - South African Cape Malay Curry

(6 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

This distinctive and tasty authentic curry relies heavily on the special blend of spices, known as Cape Malay curry powder. Cape Malay curries are famous for their fruity and full-bodied flavours, making good use of local colourful vegetables or... MORE»

Recipe #289231

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Algerian Adess - Traditional Lentil Soup / Stew - Family Recipe!

Posted by Um Safia  

This is my family recipe for adess. I often cook it in the pressure cooker as it saves a lot of time! This recipe freezes well & is simple to make. MORE»

Recipe #286020

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Algerian ' Zrodiya Mcharmla' - Carrots With Vinegar

(2 reviews) Posted by Um Safia  

'Zrodiya Mcharmla' also known as 'Carottes au vinaigre' is a very famous carrot dish in Algeria. This is actually delicious & isn't hard to make...beautiful with roast chicken! For a change to the carrots, you can also use courgette /... MORE»

Recipe #285862

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Talha's Favourite Couscous (Ta'am Bil Jilbana & Foul)

Posted by Um Safia  

This is a family recipe for steamed couscous with peas & broad (fava) beans. We eat it by itself or with a little buttermilk poured over it. It is easy to make - don't be put off by steaming, you will get a lighter fluffier couscous. But you... MORE»

Recipe #285707

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Canja (Cape Verde Islands) Rich Chicken & Rice Soup

(1 reviews) Posted by lynnski / LA  

This very thick, rich soup is made to celebrate special occasions, such as New Year's eve and special family events. This recipe was adapted from the Smithsonian Institution's, 1995 Festival of American Folklife Cookbook. Recipes for the book... MORE»

Recipe #277945

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Festive Honey-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables With Saffron

(1 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

Roasted parsnips, carrots and pink shallots, glazed with saffron honey and sprinkled with cumin and celery seeds......sublime! These roasted root vegetables are undoubtedly very special, and they are so easy to roast as they require NO par-boiling... MORE»

Recipe #264235

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