ramadan and southwest asia (middle east)

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Recipes

Konafah With Banana

(1 reviews) Posted by EasyRecipe-Chef  

I just had to post this, as no one here had a good recipe for it. This is my most treasured recipe, as everyone that tasted it said it was the best ever. it is a must have in Ramadan. MORE»

Recipe #204083

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Harissa, Harisa, Haresa Arabic Semolina Cake

(11 reviews) Posted by Faten  

I was looking for a varition of our families Harissa recipe but was suprised that Zarr did'nt have anything close to what we love to make every Ramadan and special occasion. Us Palestinians love sweets. So here it is and enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #201134

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Date a Nut Meringue Cookies

(1 reviews) Posted by lemoncurd  

Yummy! MORE»

Recipe #199149

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Kahwah Saa'dah.........middle Eastern Special Occasion Coffee

(1 reviews) Posted by chef FIFI  

The term Kahwah Saadah means "black coffee", which means no sugar added. This coffee is "only" made from light roast coffee beans and has to be coarsely grounded and is not the same as Turkish coffee, this is has a stronger... MORE»

Recipe #197208

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Hummus... Smooth & Creamy

(2 reviews) Posted by chef FIFI  

Forget those tubs in the supermarket, they never taste like the real thing. I always use Ziyad brand products for a more authentic middle eastern taste.The addition of the "tetbeleh" is how it is mainly made in the Jordan. In the mid... MORE»

Recipe #183294

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Spicy Okra Stir Fry(Middle Eastern Style)

(1 reviews) Posted by chef FIFI  

This recipe is my own fusion of middle eastern dishes. Enjoy with a side of rice or pita bread.Seasonings are to taste. MORE»

Recipe #177438

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Tabouli

(2 reviews) Posted by chef FIFI  

Healthy and delicious middle eastern salad. Tabouli is a very simple salad that call for very little ingredients, but amazingly big on flavor.This salad is a delicious companion for everything from barbeques to baked chicken e.t.c.These... MORE»

Recipe #167438

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My Family Manaeesh -- Arabic/Islamic Cheese Spread for Bread

(1 reviews) Posted by Miss Elizabeth  

Many food writers credit this as being a food of Lebanon and it is made in Lebanon. However, the original idea is Arabic/Islamic and is found in the Hebrew world as well. This has been made for centuries with little change to the original idea and... MORE»

Recipe #140195

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Ma'amoul / Nut Cookies

(1 reviews) Posted by Kim Malkawi  

These cookies are traditionally made with a form. However, these are just as delicious and take less effort with similar taste. MORE»

Recipe #120358

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Rooz Ma Lahem (Rice With Meat)

(20 reviews) Posted by chef FIFI  

This is an old stand by for me, its quick and easy and can be served as a main dish or side dish. Its great with a nice middle eastern salad and a side of yoghurt and also goes well with baked lamb or roasts.This is a great potluck dish as... MORE»

Recipe #83892

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Middle Eastern Coconut Cake (Harissah)

(22 reviews) Posted by chef FIFI  

If you love coconut macaroons, you will love this dish. This recipe is incredibly easy.This recipe yields a very moist cake that is traditional in the Jordanian/ Palestinian region.This recipe is different than the traditional harissa (also... MORE»

Recipe #78772

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Potatoes in Tahini Sauce

(1 reviews) Posted by Charishma Ramchandani  

This is an Iftar special from the Foodcourt column, Weekend. Very nice and easy recipe! MORE»

Recipe #76404

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cream of wheat cake

(3 reviews) Posted by alAmira  

Strange as it may sound, this cake tastes wonderful. I fell in love with a cake called basbousa while staying in Jordan, and couldn't find semolina anywhere here back home in the states, so I made up my own version using cream of wheat, when I... MORE»

Recipe #72935

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Whole Stuffed Camel

(5 reviews) Posted by Mirj  

Not a joke, this is an actual recipe. My kids went to a Bedouin camp exhibit and everyone got a copy of this recipes(although not everyone got a taste). My translation into English. Who knows, next time you want to have a "different"... MORE»

Recipe #67495

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Quick Tahini Salad

(9 reviews) Posted by Angela Sara  

A very quick and easy Middle Eastern salad that can be made in minutes. Sometimes I add a little cumin to this or sprinkle some cayenne pepper on the top. MORE»

Recipe #33147

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Torshi Lift

(1 reviews) Posted by Angela Sara  

Of all the pickles prepared in the Middle East-and there are many of them - this is one of the most spectacular looking. A delight to serve with grilled and roasted meats. Be patient and resist the temptation to open the jar before they are ready!... MORE»

Recipe #26966

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Sanbusa Turnovers

(1 reviews) Posted by Mille® ™  

A Ramadan dish popular in Syria, Lebanon and Egypt, sanbusa traveled to India and became samosa. Sweet sanbusa halvah are special favourites at weddings in the Gulf countries. This is a single recipe for dough, and various different fillings, each... MORE»

Recipe #23783

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Chaimen- an Armenian Spice Rub! (Use for Basterma)

(1 reviews) Posted by Mark Marcarian  

Well, without Chaimen, there would be no Basterma! I LOVE Basterma...It is so delicious. A real delicacy. Sliced very, very thin and eaten with The wonderful Armenian bread-Lavash. Can you tell I like Armenian food?? I can't help it-It's in my... MORE»

Recipe #22780

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falafel for charishma

(2 reviews) Posted by polly salama  

this is a wonderful recipe,very flavorful and pretty easy to make. charishma asked for his recipe because it doesn't have eggs. MORE»

Recipe #18535

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Mom's (ramadan) sandwiches

(10 reviews) Posted by najwa  

Yummy breaded sandwiches my mom made during ramadan. Can be served as an appetizer, but use a small cutter. Use different fillings if you like, next time i plan to try salami, cheese and salsa .. can be fried, baked or broiled, whatever you prefer .. MORE»

Recipe #18497

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