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Egyptian Red Lentil Soup

Posted by the80srule  

This soup is considered to be a tradition for breaking the Ramadan fast in Egypt and is a traditional "Middle Eastern peace recipe". I got this from a Middle Eastern living blog and decided to share it since I was looking for red lentil... MORE»

Recipe #399373

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Mango Lassi

Posted by GingerlyJ  

This cool, fruity yougurt drink is served in India to pair along their spicy curries. This recipe came from Shiva restaurant in Houston Texas MORE»

Recipe #393084

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Iranian Saffron Rice Pudding (Sholeh Zard) (Dairy Free & Glu

Posted by UmmBinat  

This beautiful traditional Persian dessert is now a favorite of ours. This version is not overly sweet. Saffron, one of the most precious and most expensive spices in the world gives this pudding it's beautiful golden colour and rewarding flavour.... MORE»

Recipe #391045

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Persian Rice Cookies

Posted by UmmBinat  

Nice light flavoured naturally-wheat free cookies from Iran. They are similar to ghorabeyeh, an Arabian Gulf shortbread cookie. The addition of eggs in this results in a fluffy, delicate texture. If rice flour is unavailable, grind raw rice or... MORE»

Recipe #390848

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Omani Lamb Knuckle Soup (Mazza Bishurba)

Posted by UmmBinat  

A good and hearty soup that is nice to serve with lemon halves to squeeze onto individual bowls. From The Complete Middle East Cookbook, Gulf States section, by Tess Mallos. I find this even better a day later. MORE»

Recipe #390445

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Lebanese Burghul With Chicken and Tomato

Posted by Jamilah's Kitchen  

A nice traditional delicious main dish of Lebanese Burghul with chicken and tomato. MORE»

Recipe #390035

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Sweet Afghani Rice With Lemon & Chicken (Zarda Palau)

(1 reviews) Posted by UmmBinat  

This is really tasty. I serve this dish with yogurt and a fresh salad for a delicious meal. Modified from The Compleate Middle East Cookbook by Tess Mallos. MORE»

Recipe #388929

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Wonderful Iraqi Shorba (Soup) (Gluten Free)

Posted by UmmBinat  

Definatly 5 stars. Perfect for Ramadan after iftar and prayers. DH liked this a lot and so did I. I did not measure the amounts of each ingredient so they are all approximate to be added to personal taste. This is a version of Iraqi Shorba... MORE»

Recipe #388925

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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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Gibna Wi Bateegh (Cheese and Watermelon)

(1 reviews) Posted by Maya's Mama  

This is a breakfast appropriate dish. Or even brunch. serve with warm pita. I ate this alot growing up especially on a warm day. you will be surprised to see how well the cheese and watermelon complement each other. MORE»

Recipe #387733

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Koftit Roz (Rice Meatballs)

(3 reviews) Posted by Maya's Mama  

This is a wonderful and easy recipe. Very traditional in Egypt. Served over plain white rice. My grandmother, and mother... and all my aunties have been making this for decades. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do. MORE»

Recipe #387638

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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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Spicy Lamb Shish Kebabs With Greek Pita Bread

Posted by UmmBinat  

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG. Recipe by Grace Parisi on http://www.foodandwine.com MORE»

Recipe #387499

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Dairy Free Cypriot Rice Pudding (Muhallebi)

Posted by UmmBinat  

This is a lovely lightly sweet Mediterranean dessert which can be also eaten for breakfast. We especially enjoy this during Ramadan. Though it's not traditional rice milk is used rather than regular milk and works well but feel free to use dairy... MORE»

Recipe #387489

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Chocolate-Hazelnut Baklava

(2 reviews) Posted by UmmBinat  

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG. Chef Way Ana Sortun’s pastry chef, Maura Kilpatrick, adds cinnamon and cocoa nibs to the syrup that soaks her chocolate baklava. Recipe by Ana Sortun from http://www.foodandwine.com MORE»

Recipe #387476

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Turkish Yogurt With Sautéed Dried Fruits and Nuts

Posted by UmmBinat  

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG This popular mid-Anatolian family dessert is made with yogurt and walnuts and whatever else is at hand. Musa has embellished it by sautéeing walnuts, hazelnuts and dried mulberries or sour cherries in a... MORE»

Recipe #387438

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Turkish Apricot Compote (Kayisi Kompostosu)

Posted by UmmBinat  

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG. From http://www.turkishcookbook.com/ NOTE: I just realized almond extract contains alcohol unless there are alcohol free ones around. I would like to know. MORE»

Recipe #387397

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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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Lebanese Rose Drink (Sharab Ward)

Posted by UmmBinat  

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG. From the Lebanon/Syria/Jordan (& Palestinian) section of The Complete Middle East Cookbook By Tess Mallos. MORE»

Recipe #387336

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Turkish Eggplant (Aubergine) Pilaf (Patlicanli Pilav)

(4 reviews) Posted by UmmBinat  

Really good. From The Complete Middle East Cookbook By Tess Mallos. This is really nice served with Cucumber Salad With Yogurt (Middle East, Palestine). MORE»

Recipe #387331

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