Recipezaar: Asian,Holiday/Event recipes

Clementine Cranberry Biscotti (Jewish)

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 01:47:27 -0400

This recipe, under a slightly different name & for Rosh Hashanah -- The Jewish New Year, was found in the 1998 publication, A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking. Preparation time does not include the 2 hours or more needed for the cooled loaf to freeze. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Chicken Naan-Wiches With Date and Yogurt Sauces

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:33:04 -0400

A delicious recipe submitted by Jessie Grearson,Falmouth, ME. She was a 2009 Finalist in the National Chicken Cooking contest representing the Northeast. -- posted by Sharon123

Chinese Chicken Burgers With Rainbow Sesame Slaw-Contest Winner!

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:47:41 -0400

This is Brigitte Nguyen's $50,000 Grand Prize recipe in the 2009 National Chicken Cooking Contest put on by the National Chicken Council. Geared to big appetites, it could easily be turned into eight burgers rather than six. Cook them on the grill or in a frying pan if you prefer. As a shortcut, you could substitute 2 cups of already-grated cabbage for the julienned vegetables in the slaw. Look for Sriracha chile sauce on the Asian aisle of the supermarket. Any type of Asian chile sauce may be substituted. -- posted by Sharon123

Ginger Scented Honey Hoisin Chicken Thighs With Sesame

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:03:48 -0400

A yummy chicken recipe, submitted by Ruth Kendrick, Ogden, UT, and a 2009 Finalist in the Chicken Cooking contest put on by the National Chicken Council. -- posted by Sharon123

Sticky Rice Wrapped in Bamboo Leaves (Joong or Zhongzi)

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:49:52 -0400

A soy-free version of the Chinese Sticky Rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves, known as Joong, or Zhongzi that are traditionally eaten in late Spring for the Dragonboat Festival. You can buy them at Asian supermarkets (like T&T here), and my husband's family makes them, but they all have ingredients my son can't have. Usually these have dried shrimp or scallop, mushrooms, nuts, soy sauce, 5-spice powder, chinese sausage and egg, but yummy as they are, these all make my son itchy, so I improvised! Special thanks to W.K. Leung for his pictorial description here: http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showtopic=88644 You may want to see the pictures of the various packages he uses. If you don't need to avoid all those ingredients, you'll probably want to follow his recipe, as this one is a little bland (shhh, don't tell my son...) Wrapping the dumplings is tricky - I had to watch a few different videos, and even then, my first one took about 20 minutes! Eventually I figured it out. My best ones ended up as somewhat rectangular pyramids, rather than the tetrahedrons I usually see. This is a fairly time-consuming project, most families make it a group activity! Preparation time below is for one person doing it all herself for the first time, with a little "help" from my little man, and does not include overnight soaking time. -- posted by vancouverlori

Apricot Applesauce (Jewish)

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:07:18 -0400

This recipe -- for Hanukkah -- was found in the2008 cookbook, Jewish Holiday Cooking. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Eli's Asian Salmon

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:43:01 -0400

This recipe came from Keith Eldridge, who is the executive chef for Eli Zabar at Eli's Manhattan, The Vinegar Factory, and E.A.T., all in New York City. They shared the recipe with Ina Garten(Barefoot Contessa), she shared it in her cookbook"Bardfoot Contessa at Home", and now I'm sharing it with you! So good hot, and at room temp too. Ina says Keith uses focaccia crumbs, made in a food procssor, but Panko makes a good substitute. Enjoy! I have made a few changes to suit my taste. -- posted by Sharon123

Persian Love Cake

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:22:24 -0400

THere seem to be several different versions of this cake. This one is used by Chef Gerard Yaxley at Qoms restaurant in Coolum, Queensland.. This recipe will be gluten-free suitable if a gf yogurt is used -- posted by **Jubes**

Asian Turkey Burgers With Sesame Mayo

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:26:27 -0400

Hoisin sauce gives these burgers a juicy texture, while ginger and garlic provide a burst of flavor and water chestnuts deliver an appealing crunch. Serve them over toasted whole-wheat buns with a side of tender greens. We used this tangy mayonnaise to enliven the burger even more or for a chicken sandwich or a dip for a platter of wonderful roasted vegetables or perhaps use it as a dressing for sliced napa cabbage with scallions.:) I had some Apricot Mustard left over from another dish and the combination was great - I served it on the side. EatingWell newsletter, Summer/03. Nutrition Profile: Low Cal - Low Carb - Low Sodium - Low Cholesterol - Low Sat Fat - Heart Healthy - Diabetes Appropriate - Healthy Weight.:) -- posted by Manami

Asian Slaw With Spicy Thai Vinaigrette

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 02:57:57 -0400

A delicious spicy slaw adapted from a recipe courtesy of Joe's Farm Grill in Gilbert, Arizona. this is a burger joint that grows most of the food they use and has awesome food! Adapted from Guy Fieri's cookbook, "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Guy says the slaw is most amazing! Enjoy! -- posted by Sharon123

Glazed Green Beans

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:23:36 -0400

I don't see this here, so I'm posting it. From A Taste of Tradition -- posted by Recipe Junkie

Chicken and Coriander Dumplings

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 01:43:22 -0400

I have not made this as yet but put it here for safekeping. Recipe puuled out of an 2002 edition of Super Food Ideas -- posted by katew

Shrimp Egg Rolls (Simple and Fast)

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:59:52 -0400

These egg rolls are so easy. They taste great. Once you eat these you just may not ever want store-bought or restaurant egg rolls ever again. These are the best egg rolls I have ever had. Hope you like! I normally use Azumaya or Nasoya brand egg roll wrappers. They work and taste great. This recipe goes great with recipe #104944. I have also used apricot jelly in place of pineapple preserves for that recipe since I can never seem to find pineapple preserves. -- posted by birdie #3 (andrea)

Layali Libnan

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:05:14 -0400

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 comes in a can and can be found usually at middle eastern or hispanic stores, if you cannot find it, just omit it, if will not effect the end result drastically. -- posted by chef FIFI

Yemenite Haroset Truffles

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:42:34 -0400

A wonderful confection from The Times-Picayune. It was under their "Emergency recipes" category - I can see how this would do well for camping or situation where power was not readily available for meals. -- posted by Buster's friend

Swanson Grilled (Or Baked) Miso Chicken

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:54:46 -0400

This is from Swanson Vitamins. Instead of grilling, I baked and it was fantastic! I used a red miso, although they called for a golden miso?? I also left out the basil and peppers. I also used regular things and the skin came out very yummy. -- posted by WI Cheesehead

Sholeh Zard- Saffron Rice Pudding

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:55:53 -0400

This Persian dessert is absolutely delicious! Although it takes awhile to cook, it is fairly low-maintenance. Adapted from Najmieh Batmanglij's "Persian Cooking for a Healthy Kitchen". -- posted by Sephardi Kitchen

Chicken Fried Rice

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:03:42 -0400

I used the food processor to do my chopping and used leftover roast chicken along with leftover rice from Chinese take-out. This will serve 2 persons as a main dish or 4-6 as a side dish. As always, feel free to switch the meats and veggies to your taste. -- posted by Sue L

Chinese Five Spice Lacquered Chicken

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:10:20 -0400

A wonderful recipe adapted from Food Network Kitchens cookbook. Chicken is universally cooked all over the globe. Try this Chinese version! -- posted by Sharon123

Glazed Chinese Long Beans(Or Green Beans)

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:19:06 -0400

Delicious, bold flavors from Aaron McCargo on Big Daddy's House! If you can't find long beans, use regular green beans, and feel free to cut them into bite size pieces if you like. I changed it just a little. Enjoy! Try this with asparagus! Yum! -- posted by Sharon123

Roz Bel Laban (Rice Pudding)

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:49:12 -0400

Traditional (NAME) Rice Pudding - I like to put a nice raisin medly in mine. -- posted by Jamilah's Kitchen

Hilbeh - Traditional Spiced Fenugreek Dip from Yemen

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:45:55 -0400

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. Time to make doesn't include the fenugreek soaking time. -- posted by Um Safia

'akwa - Traditional Yemeni Oxtail Stew

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:02:31 -0400

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 really is worth the wait (& you can get on with your chores whilst it's cooking as it needs little attention). I have a feeling that this could also be tweaked a little to accommodate crock pot cooking! 'Akwa is also commonly eaten during the month of Ramadan. -- posted by Um Safia

Seviyan - Sweet Asian Vermicelli (Toasted)

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:03:34 -0400

There are many, many versions of Seviyan (& spelling), you will find it differs from house to house & of course there are regional variations. Seviyan is the name of the toasted vermicelli used to make sweets aswell as savoury dishes in countries such as Pakistan & India. It is eaten throughout the year but comes into it's own during Ramadan. This is great fro Suhor (the morning meal before dawn) or as a desset after Iftar (the evening meal). I also like to make this a little drier & reduce the sugar somewhat. Recently I discovered that it's fun to swap the almonds & pistachios for a handful of prepared 'tropical fruit & nut mix' like you find in the health food shops & supermarkets). Seviyan is easy to find in most Asian supermarkets as well as the international isle in your regular supermarket - where it'll be sold as Pakistani Vermicelli. I most recently bought mine from Tesco in the UK - 2 packs for 50p -- posted by Um Safia

Al Salooq - Traditional Arab Cardamom Pastries (Deep Fried)

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:04:08 -0400

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 other Arab pastries, Salooq are quick & simple to make. I prefer to use ghee to make these as it adds a gentle sweetness. -- posted by Um Safia

Super Quick Lebanese Fool Medammas

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:04:18 -0400

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 breakfast dish, served with fresh bread - perfect for Suhor during Ramadan. It also makes a nice light lunch if served with bread & a good salad or you can serve as part of a series of appetizers (like a mezze platter). -- posted by Um Safia

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

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:10:58 -0400

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 blog : http://arabicbites.blogspot.com/2007/06/ataif-bil-ashta.html - take a look at the step by step pictures :) -- posted by Um Safia

Shorba Libiya - Libyan Lamb & Chickpea Soup

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:23:23 -0400

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 chicken. Shorba is an essential dish during Ramadan as well as throughout the rest of the year. -- posted by Um Safia

Loubieh Bizeit + Kizbarh - Lebanese String Beans + Cilantro

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:31:04 -0400

Here is a lovely recipe for Italian string beans (or French beans) cooked in a garlic & coriander / cilantro sauce. This makes a delcious side dish for fish or chicken or you can eat it as part of a mezze. Traditionaly this is served at room temperature but you could eat it hot if you like. -- posted by Um Safia

My Favourite Sweet Toasted Vermicelli for Ramadan

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:32:05 -0400

I do have another recipe for Seviyan posted, but that is a creamier more dessert like dish. I prefer this one as it is not as sweet & is brilliant for Suhor (the meal before dawn). Seviyan is the name of the toasted vermicelli used to make sweets aswell as savoury dishes in countries such as Pakistan & India. It is eaten throughout the year but comes into it's own during Ramadan. You can buy Seviyan / toasted vermicelli at most Asian stores & you can find it in the international isle of the larger supermarkets. Otherwise you can toast your own fine vermicelli in the oven! The fruit & nuts I refer to is the tropical dried fruit & nut mix you buy which typically has coconut, papaya, pineapple, banana, raisins & peanuts. If you don't want to use this then you can use slivered almonds & roughly chopped pistachios instead. -- posted by Um Safia

5-Spice Plum Glaze for Ham

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:37:24 -0400

A slightly sweet, spicy glaze for the holiday ham or a pork roast. -- posted by mikekey

Iraqi Date Sweetmeat (Holwah Tamar) (Gluten Free)

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:14:05 -0400

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG From The Complete Middle East Cookbook By Tess Mallos. -- posted by UmmBinat

Sweet Coffee from the Arabian Gulf States (Qahwat Al-Hilo)

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:23:03 -0400

Sweet and Yummy. This is actually a spice infusion, and though called a coffee, there is no coffee in it. From The Complete Middle East Cookbook By Tess Mallos. -- posted by UmmBinat

Turkish Eggplant (Aubergine) Pilaf (Patlicanli Pilav)

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:27:59 -0400

Really good. From The Complete Middle East Cookbook By Tess Mallos. This is really nice served with Recipe #322921. -- posted by UmmBinat

Lebanese Rose Drink (Sharab Ward)

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:30:37 -0400

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

Timman Z'affaran (Iraqi Saffron Rice With Meat)

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 02:44:48 -0400

There are similar recipes on Zaar but this is our favorite version. It is a very delicious Iraqi rice dish that can be served as a bed of rice for other dishes such as Recipe #384628 or roast lamb or as part of a buffet. We eat this as a meal sometimes in itself with yogurt and a fresh salad. From The Complete Middle East Cookbook by Tess Mallos. -- posted by UmmBinat

Turkish Chopped Salad

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 02:50:45 -0400

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG. This is Musa's variation on a dish from Gaziantep sometimes called Women's Salad. Recipe by Musa Dagdeviren from http://www.foodandwine.com. -- posted by UmmBinat

Turkish Yogurt With Sautéed Dried Fruits and Nuts

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 02:58:59 -0400

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 French-inspired browned butter, but he still respects the recipe's homey quality. Recipe by Musa Dagdeviren on http://www.foodandwine.com NOTE: Grape molasses is available at Middle Eastern markets. -- posted by UmmBinat

Chocolate-Hazelnut Baklava

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:50:48 -0400

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG. Chef Way Ana Sortuns 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 -- posted by UmmBinat

Spicy Lamb Shish Kebabs With Greek Pita Bread

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 14:15:59 -0400

POSTED FOR RAMADAN TAG. Recipe by Grace Parisi on http://www.foodandwine.com -- posted by UmmBinat

Shrine Wings & Sake Sangria

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:06:51 -0400

During a stay at the MGM Grand at Foxwood in Connecticut, Jenny McCarthy thought their Shrine Wings were so good, she snagged the recipe! Say goodbye to summer by treating yourself to the actress's favorite finger food and to drink, Sake Sangria! About $8.00 per person!!!! -- posted by Manami

Wonderful Iraqi Shorba (Soup) (Gluten Free)

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 19:59:57 -0400

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 originally found on http://www.geocities.com/umhajar/phood1.html in combination with Recipe #154729. Enjoy! -- posted by UmmBinat

Sweet Afghani Rice With Lemon & Chicken (Zarda Palau)

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 20:01:10 -0400

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. -- posted by UmmBinat

Won Ton Wrapped Chicken With Apricot Dipping Sauce

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:58:17 -0400

This is a great appetizer or main dish from "Kosher By Design" by Susie Fishbein. The sweetness makes it perfect for Rosh Hashanah. To make a pareve recipe, replace the chicken with 2 cans of salmon (skins and bones removed). Although this is a very easy recipe, the chicken must marinate for at least 8 hours so start this one the day before. For a healthier option,you can bake these in the oven. Serves 8 as a main course. -- posted by blucoat

Tangy Pomegranate Chicken Legs Stuffed With Herbed Rice

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:56:39 -0400

These marinated chicken legs come out beautifully glazed and juicy, and look like a lot more work than they really are! I marinated mine for only one hour and they still turned out nicely. Also, you can add sliced and scored potatoes to the baking pan if desired, to soak up some of the juices. Note: I originally tried this recipe for one serving, so had to estimate the measurements of the marinade and stuffing. The proportions are correct, but the amounts may need adjusting for your personal taste. I also only had dried herbs on hand, but fresh would probably turn out even better! -- posted by Sephardi Kitchen

Williamsburg Lamb Curry

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:20:39 -0400

A very good and authentic curry. Based on English recipes, this comes from the Williamsburg Cookbook. Williamsburg is a colonial village in Virgina, they pride themselves in re-creating the 18th century as accuratly as possible. Try making your own beef stock if you can. Present this at the table surrounded by a ring of rice surrounding the curry. -- posted by Lauren4372

Lamb Curry

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:46:50 -0400

Curry is a dish that has the reputation of being very spicy. You can control this by adjusting the curry powder to your tastes. I think you will find that this recipe is moderate, and needs little adjustment. From the Williamsburg cookbook, this is an authentic colonial dish brought from India via England. It may date from as early as the 14th Century. Serve with rice, salad and veggie for a full meal. -- posted by Lauren4372

Saudi Tahini & Tomato Chicken

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:36:06 -0400

This is good. Enjoy with naan bread, Basmati rice such as Recipe #206772 or pita bread and a green salad. Recipe modified from http://arabicbites.blogspot.com -- posted by UmmBinat

Indian Butter Chicken (From the Spice and Herb Bible)

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:32:41 -0400

This is a recipe I've used for several years now, taken from the Spice and Herb Bible. Amazing, is an understatement. The difficulty may lie in tracking down the ingredients, but it's worth all the effort. Enjoy! (note: preparation time does not include marinating time, i ground all the spices in a coffee mill/grinder) -- posted by mlao77

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

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:17:13 -0400

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. Recipe by Nahal Lovessert, modified from http://www.lovescool.com. I never would have imagined a rice pudding without milk could be so good! -- posted by UmmBinat

Pumpkin Nuggets With Vanilla Sauce

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:17:45 -0400

I think few adore sugar and pumpkin as much as I do. :D I guess you could say this is something of a copycat recipe-- I went to this Japanese "snack cafe" several years ago and had these delicious pumpkin nuggets that came with chocolate and vanilla dipping sauces. Mine came out much thicker than I remember those ones, (and I haven't quite mastered that Japanese confectionery technique for a soft outside and creamy inside) but they're still really good. The chocolate sauce seemed like a thick chocolate syrup like U-Bet, but I think my vanilla sauce is even better (and will probably post as a separate recipe) You can use all-purpose flour for the nugget mixture, but I find that the rice flour is really the best or a mix of the two works too. -- posted by the80srule

Coconut Oil on Toast

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:18:57 -0400

A senior Malaysian chef taught me this recipe on my travels. It has been handed down through the generations and never been published until now. -- posted by Chef #1390999

Crunchy Potatoes for Durga Puja During the Nine Nights of Navrat

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:01:40 -0400

The festival of Navratri is on (from 19/9/09 to 27/9/09) and I am fasting for all these 9 nights. So, I thought why not share something that you too could have during these nights/days and enjoy your fast. Try and let me know what you think! I learnt about this recipe from Sanjeev Kapoor's show on TV today. -- posted by Charishma Ramchandani

Szechuan Lychee Smoked Duck.

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:53:25 -0400

Very good -- posted by eaten.

Mango Lassi

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:44:34 -0400

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

Pumpkin Pie With Chai Tea Flavor (Chai Pie)

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:44:09 -0400

All the wonderful ingredients of chai tea including cinnamon, clove and cardamom with ginger to spice up a Pumpkin pie for your Thanksgiving menu. Tried and tested in my kitchen and at a preview dinner party. Rave reviews all around. -- posted by Chef at Elmstock Tea

Chicken 65 Curry

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:23:38 -0400

This sticky, spicy chicken curry is deliciously sweet and packs just the right amount of heat. It is to be scooped up with warm, chewy naan, then licked off of fingers.Your first step is to hunt down some curry leaves. Their flavour is irreplaceable in this dish - a bit nutty, warm, and citrusy. Used a lot in South Indian cooking, they have nothing to do with curry powder which is a blend of spices.Start by browning the chicken in a heavy skillet - make sure the oil is good and hot and the chicken has been patted dry before you put it in the pan. Dont flip it until it releases easily - if it is sticking, leave it - it will tear if you try and turn it before it is ready. Next, cook the onions gently over low heat for about 10 minutes to coax out the sweetness. Then add the spices to the pan to saute before the liquid is added. These three steps have a big flavour impact. As far as curries go, the ingredient list is very short. Which makes it a great curry for beginners, if you can track down some curry leaves at an Indian grocer. Serve with naan http://www.recipezaar.com/Naan-56245 . -- posted by College Girl

Asian Stuffed Eggs

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:10:15 -0400

A delightful way to stuff eggs and the presentation is nice too! From Racael Ray's Big Orange Book. -- posted by Sharon123

Curry Stuffed Eggs

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:11:02 -0400

A great appetizer for parties, or as a salad for dinner, or hey, just as a great snack! Adapted from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book! -- posted by Sharon123

Turkish Eyes Cookies

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:30:36 -0400

From the The Cookie Tin website. -- posted by littlemafia

Turkish Soldier Buttons Cookies

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:31:48 -0400

I haven't made them yet, but I'm looking forward to bake them. -- posted by littlemafia

Lebanese Oatmeal Cookies

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:34:21 -0400

Another oatmeal cookie. -- posted by littlemafia

Oven Baked Vegetarian Samosas

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:06:57 -0500

My daughter has been wanting me to make samosas for the longest time! Here is one I don't have to fry! Adapted from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book. -- posted by Sharon123

Spicy Pumpkin Soup

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:18:32 -0500

This is a recipe from a German cookbook that my husband made, it is supposed to be Asian-style. We made some changes to it to fit our tastes more. It is a lot of work, but it is really wonderful, warm and filling. It is important to chop everything before you start. For the pumpkin seeds at the end, I would suggest making your own with Mirj's recipe with salt and cayenne pepper: http://www.recipezaar.com/Roasted-Pumpkin-Seeds-13549 Prep time includes the chopping. -- posted by Tea Girl

Vegetarian Miso Soup

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:04:03 -0500

This is a delicious cloudy broth like the kind served in Japanese restaurants, with diced tofu and seaweed. Adapted from the Everything Vegetrian Cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Egyptian Red Lentil Soup

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:30:42 -0500

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 recipes. Red lentils can be found in Indian and Middle Eastern grocery stores. This awesome soup is vegan and quite healthy. -- posted by the80srule

Filipino Chicken Adobo

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:14:12 -0500

Traditional filipino chicken adobo! I always make enough to last a week! This is also great with my savory garlic fried rice recipe -- posted by Pumpkin Pie's Mommy

Creamy Cheese and Nut Balls

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:56:20 -0500

This is a quick and easy cheese and nut appetizer! If you don't have time to chill the mixute so it can be rolled into balls, serve it as a dip, garnished with nuts and additional chutney! Adapted from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book. -- posted by Sharon123

Filipino Egg Rolls

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:24:24 -0500

This recipe is from my mother, I usually double the recipe, becuase once the egg roll are wrapped they can be frozen and taken out at anytime and fried. Try this with the sweet chili sauce found in the Asian Food aisle of any grocery store. This is also a big hit when I bring them into work or my husbands pot luck. This is the best recipe you will ever find! -- posted by Pumpkin Pie's Mommy

Lemon-Soy Chicken Wings

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:43:33 -0500

Super simple, but irresistible! I'm not allowed to show up at any holiday parties without these. -- posted by Booted Bear

Samposa With Cheese

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:48:52 -0500

Its an easy and fast preparing snack for every time and occasion -- posted by Chef #1380472

Filipino Pancit

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:25:15 -0500

I got this recipe from my mother when I moved out of the house, because I wanted to make filipino food that she used to cook for us so that I can cook them for my family and keep passing down the recipes. This is one of my favorites! My family absolutely loves it. Its definitely worth all the work done to make this dish. -- posted by Pumpkin Pie's Mommy

Thai Coconut Milk Cookies

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:21:53 -0500

From foodbuzz.com.There's a problem with this recipe since it doesn't state when to put the flour. I'm working on it, until then here 's the link: http://www.foodbuzz.com/recipes/1373886-thai-coconut-milk-cookies. Update: after consulting with another Zaar member,we came to the conclusion that the flour shoud be added after the egg mixture,at step 4. -- posted by littlemafia

Persian Raisin Cookies

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:51:49 -0500

I love these melting-in-your-mouth cookies! For chewier cookies, refrigerate the dough beforehand and bake it for a shorter period. For crispier ones, bake the dough longer or refrigerate the baked cookies.They'll flatten out during baking so leave enough space between them. -- posted by littlemafia

Date Cookies (Eid Cookies)

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:14:29 -0500

I love these cookies, they are traditional arabic cookies usually made for the holidays. -- posted by Me chef

Lahvosh/Lavosh Armenian Cracker Bread

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 14:49:51 -0500

I found this recipe off of the internet to post for NA*ME tag. I'll be trying it out this weekend hopefully. I can imagine it would go wonderfully with cheese, soup, or as an appetizer with hummus or any other kind of dip. -- posted by Leah's Kitchen

Spiced Red Lentils (Vegan)

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:18:49 -0500

from Sainsburys magazine Dec 2009, this is marketed as a chritsmassy dish in the mag, -- posted by pornstarbarbie

Basmati Rice Pilaf With Apples, Squash and Cranberries

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 21:23:51 -0500

A yummy side dish with lots of good flavors! This makes a great holiday dish or makes anyday special! This recipe is from Washington Post columnist Stephanie Witt Sedgwick. -- posted by Sharon123

Fru... Fru... Fruit Salad!

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:06:23 -0500

As a child, I remember my grandmother making this salad for me. I do not 100% know the whole recipe but this is all I could remember. I love this salad because i never liked eating fruits when I was little. This is a salad that even a fruit hater like me would learn to love fruits. ENJOY! (: [ BASICALLY... This recipe you could use any fruits but the ingredients I put down is what i usually put in my salad. Sometimes my grandmother would put some cooked shrimp inside and it turns out amazing! ] -- posted by BOOMBAMBONBON!

Asian Citrus Salad

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:33:55 -0500

This would be great for a holiday meal, or anytime! If you can find them, use blood oranges. They are just coming into season! Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine. -- posted by Sharon123

Gaeng Khae(Spicy Thai Vegetable Soup)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:12:18 -0500

This is a medicinal soup from north Thailand anad is believed to prevent and reduce colds and fever. The base is a hand ground paste of chiles, garlic, lemongrass, and shallots. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, blend all of the ingredients in a food processor. Serve with rice. -- posted by Sharon123

Evan Kleiman's Potato Latkes

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 20:36:41 -0500

This simple recipe is the one Evan's mother and now Evan have been making for years. Evan Kleiman is the chef owner of LA's Angeli Caffe, and best-selling author of numerous cookbooks, including "Cucina Fresca" and "Pasta Fresca". -- posted by blucoat

Mrs. Gordon's Chinese Chicken Wings

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:25:31 -0500

My MIL used to make these - everyone loved them, and so I got the recipe from her so I could make them more often. Now I try to avoid eating chicken wings, but I make an exception for these - every Christmas eve my mom makes them, and they are always a big hit - no left overs! -- posted by WorkingMom2three

Marcy Goldman's World Famous Potato Pancakes Latkes

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 14:14:25 -0500

This latke recipe is from Marcy Goldman's new cookbook, "The 10th Anniversary Edition of A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking". It uses an unusual method - parboiling the potatoes first. These will be the lightest, crispiest and fastest potato pancakes you ever made! For kids or onion haters, use 1 teaspoon onion powder instead of the grated onion. Make these bite-size for a tender centre and crisp outside and use tongs for both putting the batter in the oil and taking the latkes out. -- posted by blucoat

Curried Coconut Shrimp Balls on Bamboo Spoons

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 10:42:19 -0500

These curried coconut shrimp balls were absolutely awesome! I was very leary about making these much less trying them - I don't like coconut that much and curry and I - just don't get along! :( However, I tasted these and I was convinced - loved them thoroughly! :) Coastal Living Magazine, December 2009 edition. There is a 1 hour chill time. The disposable bamboo spoons, make cleanup a snap,; pack of 25 for $9.49 at: webrestaurantstore.com. -- posted by Manami

Beijing-Style Pork & Shrimp Jiaozi (Chinese Dumplings)

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:14:06 -0500

I got this recipe from my old land lord in Beijing. He was a "lao Beijing ren" (native Beijinger), so his recipes are very authentic. He decided that my roommate and I needed to learn all the Beijing dishes, and thus took it upon himself to teach us. My friends and I like to have dumpling parties, where we get together and wrap dumplings and talk, which makes it not as labor intensive. -- posted by Spicy Little Sister

Mushroom Tofu Jiaozi (Chinese Dumplings)

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:17:57 -0500

This one is really good, and just so happens to be vegan/vegetarian! -- posted by Spicy Little Sister

Middle Eastern Dairy Free Café Latté

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:44:27 -0500

Obviously not the real way but us dairy free can have it too and it does taste very good. -- posted by UmmBinat

Bahraini Sweet Rice (Muhammar)

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:46:28 -0500

Our favorite version of this delicious rice. Modified from The Complete Middle East Cookbook By Tess Mallos. This is a beautiful accompaniment to Recipe #372093. -- posted by UmmBinat

Bedouin Fresh Date Sweet (Rangina)

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:29:43 -0500

Delicious Gulf Arabian sweet, perfect with coffee or tea. Modified from The Complete Middle East Cookbook by Tess Mallos. -- posted by UmmBinat

Crab Balls With Grapefruit Salad

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 08:52:12 -0500

Crab Balls with Grapefruit Salad Recipe by Jean-Georges Vongerichten The crab and grapefruit in this dish first appeared at the restaurant Spice Market tossed with cold glass noodles. Jean Georges Vongerichten decided it was a "messy pile," but liked the flavors, so he reconfigured them into crab balls rolled in panko (Japanese bread crumbs) and sesame seeds. The side salad is a fabulous mix of tart (grapefruit), spicy (Thai chile) and sweet (ginger syrup). ;) F&W Magazine, From: Jean Georges's Best Small Plates, Published, July 2006 edition. 2 hr 20 min freezing and thawing time. -- posted by Manami

Iraqi Potato Cakes With Tuna Filling (Batata Charp)

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:20:22 -0500

These are crispy fried potato cakes with a tuna and light vegetable filling that is just delicious. DH liked them with the tuna added though it is not traditional. If you prefer you can leave the tuna out for the original vegetarian version. I serve them with a corn free ketchup and plain yogurt to dip them in, sour cream would be good too. The original recipe is from The Complete Middle East Cookbook by Tess Mallos. -- posted by UmmBinat

Fried Fish With Rice (Kuwaiti & Emratie)

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:20:44 -0500

Fish with rice is often served in homes in the Arabian Gulf. Kuwaitis in particular love their Zubadi (Silver Pomfret) fish that is local to them but can be found in the frozen section of many Middle Eastern & Asian shops. (You may have to degut them yourself). While some prefer to eat them dry with rice, others like ourselves, make Recipe #387327 to serve as an accompaniment. This recipe is a very tasty combination from three sources which all deserve credit, Sa-mak ma-ga-lee - Fried Fish from From "The Complete United Arab Emirates Cookbook", by Celia Ann Brock- Al Ansari, Mtabag Simach from "Cardamom and Lime: Recipes from the Arabian Gulf", by Sarah Al-Hamad, and http://mimisrecipes.blogspot.com. -- posted by UmmBinat

Hung's Clay Pot Rice

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:04:44 -0500

Recipe by Hung Huynh, a student at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York was a Top Chef winner. Hung Huynh learned to cook with the Chinese trinity - GGS = ginger, garlic and scallions. He uses all three here to flavor this earthy, mushroom-and-bacon-studded clay pot (without the clay pot) rice.;) It was fun trying this type of rice in the dining room and seeing the people's reactions - they either loved it or weren't convinced by it.From: Top Chef Winner's Tips, Hung Huynh - publlished 02/2008 edition of F&W Magazine.There is an hour soaking time for the raw rice.It makes a nice side for chicken or fish - we tried it with chicken tenders (lightly seasoned and done on the grill) and sweet peas.:) -- posted by Manami

Orange Chicken

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:49:20 -0500

From the SHARE Colorado website. Untried; am reducing this from FEEDS 100 to a more manageable four. -- posted by Chef #615581

Bite-Size Wasabi Crab Cakes & Ginger Aioli

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:49:49 -0500

This crab cake mixture can be made several hours ahead. After cooked keep warm in 200ºF oven for about an hour. Coastal Living Magazine, December 2009 edition. We used these for our party, as well and I didn't even get to taste them but they smelled deeevine! :) -- posted by Manami

Lebanese Rice With Sharia (Vermicelli) (Gluten Free)

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:42:38 -0500

This is similar to the rice served at our local shawarma restaurant without the gluten noodles. This is a rice that can be dolled up replacing the water with some kind of broth, adding onion fried until transparent in butter after cooked or even adding a hand full of pine nuts all depending on what you are serving it with but plain it is excellent with chicken cooked with Recipe #44858. -- posted by UmmBinat

Lebanese/Syrian Bazella

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:31:20 -0500

After having lived in Syria for the past year for school, I learned how to make several authentic dishes. They will probably taste different outside the Middle East due to the availability of items seasonally and brands of ingredients used. This dish is a blend of carrots, peas and meat in a tomato-based broth that is served with Middle Eastern-style rice. Arabs are used to having family over--it's a family based culture--so it's meant to be shared. -- posted by Mustafa's Cook

Easy Leche Flan

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:11:57 -0500

Creamy Yummy Custard Filipino Dessert -- posted by Emily Rosario

Silky Spicy Carrot Soup

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:36:26 -0500

I went on a cruise on the Holland America cruiseline and they served a wonderful carrot soup. The seasonings are a little different, and this is from the Down Home with the Neely's cookbook, so you know it's gotta be good! -- posted by Sharon123