ramadan and southwest asia (middle east)

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Recipes

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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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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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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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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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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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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Iraqi Date Sweetmeat (Holwah Tamar) (Gluten Free)

Posted by UmmBinat  

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG From The Complete Middle East Cookbook By Tess Mallos. MORE»

Recipe #387297

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Shorba Libiya - Libyan Lamb & Chickpea Soup

Posted by Um Safia  

There are many versions of this Libyan classic, this recipe is the basic recipe, to which other bits & pieces may be added depending on the region & household. Although lamb is traditionally used here, you may also substitute beef or... MORE»

Recipe #385870

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Ataif / Atayif Bil Ishta -- Arab Pancakes Filled With Cream.

Posted by Um Safia  

Ataif / Atayif are famous throughout the Arab world & are eaten most often during Ramadan. They are a little fiddly & time consuming to make but are certainly worth it! This recipe is an old one but very similar to the version Arabic Bites... MORE»

Recipe #385845

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Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas

Posted by Um Safia  

Fool Medammas is such a tasty & healthy dish, but when making it the traditional way from scratch it can be a bit time consuming. Here, you can use canned fava beans for a much quicker (but still tasty) version. Fool Medammas is a very poular... MORE»

Recipe #385831

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Al Salooq - Traditional Arab Cardamom Pastries (Deep Fried)

Posted by Um Safia  

Al Salooq are delicious, tender little pastries subtly flavoured with cardamom. These cresecent moon shaped delights are the perfect end to a meal, served with tea or coffee & are very popular during Ramadan & Eid celebrations. Unlike many... MORE»

Recipe #385830

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'akwa - Traditional Yemeni Oxtail Stew

Posted by Um Safia  

This is a very traditional dish from Yemen and is made with Oxtail - hence it's name 'Akwa (this is the Yemeni word for Oxtail or literally "the thickest part of the tail". It has one of the lengthiest cooking times I've encountered, but... MORE»

Recipe #385823

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Hilbeh - Traditional Spiced Fenugreek Dip from Yemen

Posted by Um Safia  

Hilbeh is an amazing dip which is delicious when eaten with freshy baked or toasted flat bread. It is kind of a cross between a jelly, a chutney & a salsa... You'll be amazed to see how it's made! Try this for an unusual starter or appetizer.... MORE»

Recipe #385725

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Roz Bel Laban (Rice Pudding)

(4 reviews) Posted by Jamilah's Kitchen  

Traditional (NAME) Rice Pudding - I like to put a nice raisin medly in mine. MORE»

Recipe #385565

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Layali Libnan

Posted by chef FIFI  

This is a Lebanese recipe, but it's enjoyed through out the middle east. Its a nice mix between a semolina pudding and a creamy topping. Most people top with nuts, but I like it better with toasted coconut. You be the judge. * Note: Nestle cream... MORE»

Recipe #382916

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Fatit Hummus (Chickpea Casserole)

(1 reviews) Posted by Maya's Mama  

This is a wonderful dish that my mother makes. And I can't get enough of it. It is basically pita chips soaked in chickpea broth and toped with chick peas and a very yummy yogurt sauce... even my two year old loves this dish. Chickpeas are a bit... MORE»

Recipe #374441

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Khobz Ramadan -- Ramadan Bread With Dates (Lebanon -- Middle Eas

Posted by Sydney Mike  

This recipe comes from the 2002 cookbook, Mediterranean Street Food. This recipe produces a very cookie-like bread. MORE»

Recipe #373972

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Kibbeh

Posted by Jamilah's Kitchen  

spicy little lemon shaped meatballs coated in Bulgar and then fried to perfection. Great as a side dish appetizer, snack, lunch, Ramadan. MORE»

Recipe #369245

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