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Recipes

Boiled Truffles

(1 reviews) Posted by hoda  

this recipe is so easy and delicious and it is very popular in iraq, this is how most of iraqi people prefer their truffles, simply boiled in water, and alongside with it you eat it with flat bread and a variety of fresh herbs ( basil, the green... MORE»

Recipe #368973

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West Georgian Bazhe Sauce With Chicken

Posted by KateL  

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT. From Besiki Sisauri's website on Georgian Cuisine. This is a very quick sauce to serve over hot cooked chicken. Reserve chicken broth (and chill it) to thin sauce slightly. A food processor or grinder can be... MORE»

Recipe #368002

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Jim Cohen's Sephardic Brisket

Posted by KateL  

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT. From "Jewish Cooking In America with Joan Nathan" by Maryland Public Television. Per one source, a pasilla chile is fresh, and called a chile negro if dried. In California, poblano chiles are also... MORE»

Recipe #367993

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Mideast Minestrone Soup (Shurbat Al-Khudar)

Posted by blucoat  

A delicious and hearty soup from Faye Levy's cookbook, "Feast From the Mideast: 250 Sun-Drenched Recipes from the Lands of the Bible". Makes 6 first-course or 3 or 4 main-course servings. MORE»

Recipe #367517

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Grilled Falafel

Posted by blucoat  

This delicious and healthier version of falafel is from Faye Levy's wonderful cookbook "1000 Jewish Recipes". MORE»

Recipe #367420

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How to Prepare Fresh Okra Before Cooking

(1 reviews) Posted by UmmBinat  

This is a way to prepare fresh okra before adding it to any recipe so that it doesn't become slimy while cooking. Included also are instructions on how to freeze fresh okra for later use. It's taken from The Complete Middle East Cookbook by Tess... MORE»

Recipe #366751

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Spinach and Matzoh Pie (Passover)

Posted by blucoat  

This easy and delirious dairy recipe is from "Gourmet Magazine" (April 2008). It's similar to a spanakopita. It's great served warm as a main dish, or cold, in small slices, as an appetizer. Cooks' note: Pie can be assembled (but not... MORE»

Recipe #365736

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Potato and Cheese Mina (Passover Matzo Pie)

Posted by blucoat  

This simple & delicious recipe is from New York's much-loved "Capsouto Frères Restaurant". Mina is a traditional Sephardic Passover pie. It can be prepared a day in advance and kept refrigerated. Reheat in 325ºF oven... MORE»

Recipe #365033

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Tortma Stew - My Little Twist on a Traditional Arabic Meal

Posted by Cookie Jarvis  

My kids will eat just about any stew I set in front of them as long as it is served on top of rice. I revised an Arabic recipe, normally served as a casserole, to be created totally on the stovetop. It can be served on rice or eaten on a plate... MORE»

Recipe #363429

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Cousa Mashi - Arabic Stuffed Zucchini

(1 reviews) Posted by Cookie Jarvis  

Cousa Mashi is what you serve the guests you like the most. A bit time consuming to make, but the results are worthwhile. While it is called cousa mashi, you should include some small eggplants and a couple green peppers for variety and to make... MORE»

Recipe #363420

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Brisket With Dried Apricots, Prunes & Aromatic Spices

Posted by blucoat  

This is an extraordinary flavourful, moist, and tender brisket. Recipe is from Jayne Cohen, printed in "Bon Appétit Magazine" (April 2002). It is Kosher for Passover. Begin this at least one day ahead. Try chilling the meat... MORE»

Recipe #361652

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Marvelous Middle-Eastern Marinated Yogurt Lemon Chicken

(4 reviews) Posted by ChandraSoleil  

A tangy rich tenderizing marinade recipe for grilled, sauteed or baked chicken. I adapted it from a Lebanese restaurant's marinated kabobs. You will receive many many compliments! MORE»

Recipe #361281

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Vegetarian Koftas

Posted by Super Wifey  

Koftas are usually made with meat, but this is a fun variation with bean and wheat, served with Tabouleh. I have had bad luck making "kabobs" out of the mixture as the recipe calls to do, and usually just end up grilling the kofta balls... MORE»

Recipe #361215

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Lentil and Rice Casserole

Posted by Super Wifey  

Pretty easy and pretty tasty, makes a great vegetarian main course. MORE»

Recipe #361190

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Eggplant and Pomegranate Stew (With Beef or Lamb)

Posted by Aisha al Saieed  

Adapted from May S. Bsisu's fantastic book, "The Arab Table," this recipe for a hearty and exotic stew features classic Arab flavor combinations and is very filling and healthful. NOTE: ground beef may be substituted in equal amounts for... MORE»

Recipe #360910

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Joan Nathan's Classic Israeli Schnitzel

Posted by blucoat  

This recipe is from Joan Nathan's book "The Foods of Israel Today". It's a basic recipe and you can add whatever spices you like. Paprika is standard. Cumin is nice, as are garlic, turmeric, cardamom, and za'atar. Enjoy! NOTE: You... MORE»

Recipe #360488

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Mom's Grilled Chicken (Aka Chicken Delicious)

(2 reviews) Posted by najwa  

Another winner from my mother, whom I believe is the greatest cook ever My mother makes this every weekend and my 4-year old asks to go to my mother's to have some of what he calls "chicken delicious". Prep time does not include... MORE»

Recipe #360259

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Turkish Braised Lamb (Tas Kebap)

(2 reviews) Posted by UmmBinat  

Pretty tasty. Good with Turkish Wedding Pilaf (Dugun Pilav) A white basmati rice dish with pine nuts. From The Complete Middle East Cookbook by Tess Mallos MORE»

Recipe #360256

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Sumac Fish & Couscous Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 3)

(1 reviews) Posted by Sara 76  

This is Day 3: Dinner, on the 21 day Wonder Diet. You can use any firm fish that is n season for this recipe. Sumac is a type of Middle-Eastern Spice, available from supermarkets. You can cook the fish without it if you like. The first time I... MORE»

Recipe #358990

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Spicy Lamb Pide With Yogurt

Posted by Sara 76  

This delicious Turkish pizza comes from the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. You can prepare the lamb a day ahead, and store it in the fridge. ****To cut costs, you can use ground beef instead of lamb, but be sure to drain... MORE»

Recipe #358035

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