Recipezaar: Iraqi recipes

spinach tofu manicotti

Thu, 03 Oct 2002 22:11:38 -0400

you can use a jar of sauce or make you own for the manacotti -- posted by crazymom

Low Fat Zucchini Frittata

Mon, 03 Mar 2003 20:06:45 -0500

A very good Low Fat Frittata, you can use or include other veggies or substitute other veggies for the zucchini, A good appetizer or entree. The recipe comes from the American Heart Association, -- posted by Barb Gertz

Kielbasa Rice a Roni

Thu, 03 Apr 2003 20:01:38 -0500

Versatile and delicious. You can also add frozen/fresh vegetables, different hams or sausages or herbs to change to flavours. -- posted by Ranikabani

Shakshouka

Fri, 18 Apr 2003 20:11:41 -0400

Leshakshek means to shake in Hebrew. This is an egg and tomato dish that would be something different for brunch. Add garlic, basil, the possibilities are endless! Enjoy.. -- posted by Miraklegirl

Moxie's Crystallized Ginger Cookies

Mon, 05 May 2003 20:03:49 -0400

This was originally posted by my cyber-friend Moxie; I was lucky enough to rescue it during an 'adoption' drive. My suggestion for candied ginger is Evelyn/Athens' #140699 -- absolutely delicious and worthy of a wonderful cookie like this one. Moxie's original intro read: "Candied ginger is one of my favorite things. Before you buy it on the spice aisle, look in the Asian foods section of your supermarket. Usually it is sold in bags there, and is much less expensive. This cookie recipe came from the back of one of those bags of candied ginger -- but I added the sesame oil because I think the nuttiness of it is such a nice complement to the ginger. Prep time includes an hour for the dough to chill." -- posted by winkki

Colourful Chickpea Salad

Wed, 07 May 2003 20:10:36 -0400

This salad is healthy and pretty to look at. I usually serve it on warm days along with three or four other cold dishes for supper. You can use spinach in place of the cabbage, just make sure to use at least two cups of spinach, since it is less bulky than cabbage. -- posted by Sackville

Laham Ajeen (Flat Lamb Pies)

Fri, 09 May 2003 20:04:24 -0400

Many Middle East countries have a version of this. This is the Iraqi version. These freeze well and can be served cold. If you make smaller versions they can be served as an appetizer. -- posted by Missy Wombat

Baharat Aka Middle East Mixed Spices - the Real Mix

Wed, 17 Dec 2003 20:00:29 -0500

For anyone who desires an authentic taste of the mid east. This recipe was learned by watching a good friend of mine in Jordan when she was grinding her family's monthly supply. -- posted by alAmira

Middle Eastern Baked Kufta

Fri, 13 Feb 2004 19:59:38 -0500

This recipe is quick and easy. Its one of my favorite dishes. Serve with a side of rice and a great salad. 7/12/06 - recipe has been amended. -- posted by chef FIFI

Labna (Yoghurt cheese)

Wed, 18 Feb 2004 19:59:40 -0500

The Labna is ready to eat immediately, but improves after a couple of days. The oil which surrounds the Labna can be used later in dressings, bread doughs etc. -- posted by Missy Wombat

Dukkah (Spicy Nut Mix for Dipping With Flatbread)

Thu, 19 Feb 2004 19:59:45 -0500

This is a snack served in middle eastern markets. It is known as the dukkah, the poor man's dinner, and perfect travel food. You can serve this as described or instead of the pitas you can serve with balls of soft cheese, sliced tomatoes, or cucumbers. Keeps well also unrefridgerated. -- posted by tinala

Browned Eggplant (Aubergine) With Yogurt

Mon, 17 Jan 2005 20:01:18 -0500

Pairing fried eggplant with yogurt and garlic is one of the favorite ways of serving eggplant in Iraq. It is a simple and beautiful dish, great for hot summer days. -- posted by Chef Nawal

Eggplant (Aubergine) Rolls

Thu, 20 Jan 2005 20:01:16 -0500

Succulent slices of eggplant are rolled around spicy kufta (meat patties) and simmered in flavorful tomato sauce. The neat presentation of the dish renders it suitable for formal occasions. -- posted by Chef Nawal

Simple yet Elegant Babylonian Apricot Jewels

Tue, 12 Apr 2005 09:57:22 -0400

Created for RSC #6. Okay, I have a confession to make here. This recipe is not entirely my own original creation. I was discussing the contest over the phone with Sushiman, and being a fairly decent cook himself (okay, an amazing cook), he started coming up with a recipe on his own. With a little tweaking by yours truly, I think we have come up with something wonderful together.... This can be cute little finger food to serve at a party, or part of a dessert plate. As an appetizer, leave out the powdered sugar. If serving as a dessert, bring it on! -- posted by Mirj

Iraqi Shabbat Chicken

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 11:50:16 -0400

My husband's family come from Iraq and when I was first married, my mother-in-law taught me how to make this delicious dish. It takes a long time to cook but it is not labour intensive - believe me the taste is worth the long wait for dinner! -- posted by Janette1

Fruit & Nut Chocolate Fudge

Sun, 08 Jan 2006 17:51:56 -0500

Most Iraqis are obsessed with raisins and currants. This recipe contains these ingredients. I took into consideration that maybe some of the ingredients are not available in the markets or a little bit expensive! This is an easy to make chocolate fudge. -- posted by bugsbunnyfan

Hasa Al-Khadr (Vegetable Soup)

Mon, 06 Feb 2006 20:33:25 -0500

This is a simple and satisfying vegetarian vegetable soup from Iraq. I found the recipe on a website I belive is called sudairy.com, a collection of MIddle Eastern recipes. Everyone who ahs tried it has enjoyed it. I believe it is low in fat and calories, and it's simple to prepare. I did modify the original recipe slightly. -- posted by windhorse23

Meat and Vegetable Casserole - Tepsi Baytinijan

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 17:13:32 -0500

This is much spicier than the regular Iraqi version. You may tone down the spices if desired. Enjoy! -- posted by Charishma Ramchandani

Labana (Yogurt Cheese Balls)

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:23:58 -0500

This wonderful breakfast dish goes well with Arabic pita bread. Enjoy! -- posted by Charishma Ramchandani

Date & Nut Cake (Gilacgi)

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 18:55:02 -0400

Posted for the Zaar World Tour 2006-Iraq. From the "Best of International Cooking" cookbook. I haven't had a chance to try this yet, but it sounds delicious! -- posted by Bayhill

Potato and Beef Kebba

Mon, 17 Jul 2006 19:42:27 -0400

Ground beef mixture encased in a potato mixture and fried to a golden brown. An Iraqi snack, appetizer or as part of a meal. They are scarily addictive and delicious. Also, really ideal if you have some extra boiled potatoes you are looking to use up. -- posted by I_Eat_Anything

Iraqi Cardamom Cookies (Hadgi Badah)

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 17:02:12 -0400

Found this recipe while looking for an Iraqi chicken and potatoes dish requested in the NA/ME forum. (From chicken to cookies, yes my mind wanders.) Saw this and thought it would be a great addition to 'Zaar for all my cardamom loving friends. The original recipe is from "The World of Jewish Cooking." Posting for some future ZWT. -- posted by justcallmetoni

Hot and Sour Zucchini Soup (Maradj Kar'a Hamiz)

Fri, 13 Oct 2006 15:37:02 -0400

This is a light, simple Mideastern soup with Iraqi flavorings. It can be made into a more substantial soup by adding cooked rice or barley or wheat berries, and/or lentils and/or garbanzo beans. A great way to use up leftover grains and legumes! The recipe has been adapted from Faye Levy's "Feast From The Mideast". -- posted by lynnski / LA

Tahini and Date Syrup Dip (Dibis W'rashi)

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 15:54:35 -0400

This dip combines Date Syrup with tahini (sesame paste) which is so often used in Middle Eastern cooking. this is delicious scooped up with fresh flatbreadsperfect with bread for lunch or for a quick afternoon snack. -- posted by grapefruit

Barmia

Sun, 22 Oct 2006 13:08:05 -0400

a one dish hearty meal using Lamb, garlic and a tomato sauce served with rice and pitta. I love this as it's so easy to prepare and cook and is really tasty. It's from Iraq I think--well my Iraqi husband showed me how to cook it once and I have used it again and again as a supper or served at a long lunch with friends. I use two cutlets per person, but sometimes I use what bits and pieces I have in fridge/freezer such as the odd chop and shank. It's good to have bone in this dish as you cook it on the stove for a minimum 45 minutes and it gives it a rustic look, not to mention taste. -- posted by Chop

Kabab Kubideh - Persian Grilled Ground Meat

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:39:14 -0500

Delicious served with hot rice. This recipe works better if you use flattened skewers so that the meat doesn't roll when you turn it. Overnight chilling not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Pickled Turnip (Lift Makbouse)

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 22:39:33 -0400

I found this after I posted a recipe request. From http://www.arabicnews.com/recipes. -- posted by BurtonFanatic

Iraqi Eggplant-Casserole

Wed, 23 May 2007 09:38:54 -0400

We had this wonderful dish last weekend, and I had to post it right away! The flavours of the vegetables and meatballs complement each other very well, and the smell while baking fills your kitchen... NOTE:Do not skip the step of frying the vegetables, I think it is absolutely necessary! -- posted by Halalmom

Iraqi Baked Dinner

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 16:39:46 -0400

This moussaka recipe originated from Iraq. Submitted for World Tour 3 -- posted by luvinlif2k

Skewered Ground Meat

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 17:14:53 -0400

Otherwise known as "Kafta", this recipe comes from Iraq. Though the recipe calls for ground beef or lamb you can also substitute ground turkey. From "Extending the Table". -- posted by luvinlif2k

Iraqi Shish Kebab

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 17:15:54 -0400

This is actually listed as a variation on Kafta in "Extending the Table". It is different enough that it warrants a separate listing. Submitted for 'Zaar WT3 NOTE: The cooking time includes 2 hours for meat to marinate. -- posted by luvinlif2k

Iraqi Apple Preserve

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 22:05:53 -0400

This is a lovely use for apples! From "The Book of Jewish Food" by Claudia Roden. She suggests serving this with yogurt to balance the sweetness. The rosewater flavor is strong here, so if you are shy about rosewater consider cutting the amount in half. This would be lovely as a filling in a white cake, layered with vanilla pastry cream in between the cake layers. -- posted by Susiecat too

Tomato and Chickpea Soup (Hasa Tamata Ma' Hummus)

Mon, 08 Oct 2007 19:56:52 -0400

From: "Classic Vegetarian Cooking from the Middle East & North Africa" by Habeeb Salloum. Iraq region. -- posted by Engrossed

Iraqi Lamb and Eggplant Stew With Pitas

Mon, 08 Oct 2007 22:28:28 -0400

Adapted from Food & Wine magazine, November 2007 issue. -- posted by Sahtein

Baghdadi Pumpkin Jam

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 17:34:41 -0400

In the fall I start looking for as many ways as possible to use pumpkin. This is adapted from "The Book of Jewish Food" by Claudia Roden. All measurements are relative to the amount of pumpkin you choose to use -- you will need a kitchen scale. -- posted by Susiecat too

Iraqi Curried Chicken

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 01:44:15 -0500

I got this recipe from an Iraqi family after the Persian Gulf War when me and my family were camping in northern Michigan. They had left Iraq after the invasion of Kuwait, and I was lucky to be strolling thru the park when I smelt this meal cooking in their cabin. They warmly shared their meal and gave us the recipe. The slow-simmering smells wonderful and the flavor is fantastic. This is not a spicy curry as curries go, so even my kids will eat it. I suppose when our troops start coming home, they just might inundate us with the flavors and recipes they've experienced over there and will want to have them again, just like our ancestors have after coming home from successfully liberating the oppressed countries of the past century. Hope you try this and think of our troops. -- posted by steve in FL

Iraqi Halawa Halib (Milk Sweet)

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 19:43:51 -0500

This sweet is one of the most famous sweets in Iraq. It has a great taste, simple and it's made by women in their home and not sold in bakeries. Most home-made sweets in Iraq are poured in small flat round plates (1 plate for a person) and eaten with a spoon, or you can pour it in a big plate and everyone have their share of it. -- posted by hoda

Iraqi White Bean Stew

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 19:27:54 -0500

needless to say, this is a very popular stew in iraq.it is easy,simple and delicious. it's eaten for lunch with white rice(basmati or anbar)and green salad on the side.it is cooked with lamb meat, not beef. it is very important to note that when you boil the beans you don't get them fully cooked in order to allow them to be fully cooked in the stew itself -- posted by hoda

Kidney Bean Tashrib

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 21:49:34 -0500

This meal is popular in Iraq. It is very tasty, very simple and eaten mostly on weekends--for breakfast or lunch with fried eggs and green onions on the side. A very important note is that this recipe is only made with RED kidney beans only which is mandatory. You can eat it with your fingers or with a fork; it is really up to you. -- posted by hoda

Date Truffles (Madgooga)

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:10:32 -0500

This recipe is easy to make and popular in Iraq since one of the things that Iraq is famous for is dates. We have lots of varieties and kinds of dates from chewy to very hard. It is better to use this recipe with hard type of dates (called kasab) not soft, but you could use soft dates if you didn't find hard dates. Sometimes Ii use already-crushed dates from the market and it goes well too. There are lots of varieties for the coating of the truffles, use as many coatings as you like according to your personal taste. -- posted by hoda

Cheese Sambousek

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 22:38:13 -0500

Small, cheese-filled pastries, eaten as snacks. This recipe comes from the book "A Baker's Odyssey" by Greg Patent. It was recently featured on NPR. -- posted by Susiecat too

Traditional Iraqi 'casserole'- Tepsi Baytinijan

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:12:53 -0500

In Iraq Tepsi Baytinijan is a very famous dish. This recipe is from an Iraqi blog on the 'net & is absolutely delicious. The recipe is easy to make........... -- posted by Um Safia

Iraqi 'summag' Salad - Sumac Salad.

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 01:33:10 -0500

This is a recipe for a very tasty salad using the Middle Eastern spice Sumac / Sumaq. In Iraq, it is lmown as Summag - hence the name Summag salad. It is easy to make & comes fromm an Iraqi blog on the 'net. -- posted by Um Safia

Iraqi Vanilla Cake With Pomegranate Sauce

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:29:42 -0500

This is a beautiful cake recipe from Iraq which is easy to make. -- posted by Um Safia

Israeli Kabobs

Fri, 30 May 2008 19:17:56 -0400

These have a very middle-eastern flavor. They taste just like something you could order at most Israeli/Mizrachi restaurants. When I was living in a mircaz klita (an absorption center for new immigrants) in Jerusalem, a Jewish-Iraqi family taught me how to make these for Shabbat. The lady shaped them into little footballs, but I just make small patties. These would be great on a grill as well! Enjoy. -- posted by Queen Butter-Bean

Kurdish Lentil Soup

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:34:26 -0400

Very Tasty! -- posted by Stacia_

Kurdish Baked Fish

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:37:25 -0400

Delicious! -- posted by Stacia_

Easy Falafel

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:37:53 -0400

This recipe for falafel and cuts down on preparation time. Perfect for those who want an easier version of falafel. -- posted by Stacia_

Persian Spinach Salad

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:55:20 -0400

(Borani Esfanaj) -- posted by Stacia_

Kurdish Spicy Lentil Soup

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:20:34 -0400

Hot and spicy! -- posted by Stacia_

Sweet Almond 'briks'

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:36:08 -0400

A mixture of nuts may be substituted for almonds. One tablespoon of plain yogurt may be substituted for the egg yolk, making the dish dairy. *may substitute 1 Tbsp. confectioners' sugar In a small bowl, combine the nuts, sugar, rose water, egg yolk and melted margarine. Set aside. -- posted by Stacia_

Kurdish Soup Dowjic

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 01:08:11 -0400

Dowjic -- posted by Stacia_

Kurdish Lemonade

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:50:06 -0400

For best results you will need Omani Lemons which are in fact sun dried limes. In Persian the same name is used for limes and lemons (limoo). Lemon would be called "limoo zard" (yellow lime). So when they translate, they call both limes and lemons "lemon". It is known to Persians that when you say "dried lemons" in English, you really mean "sun dried limes." you can get them at most Middle Eastern/Turkish store. -- posted by Stacia_

Kurdish Tea

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:55:42 -0400

These are in fact sun dried limes. In Persian the same name is used for limes and lemons (limoo). Lemon would be called "limoo zard" (yellow lime). So when they translate, they call both limes and lemons "lemon". It is known to Persians that when you say "dried lemons" in English, you really mean "sun dried limes." (available outside of Oman in Middle Eastern groceries) -- posted by Stacia_

Simply Glazed Leg of Lamb Recipe

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 23:39:25 -0400

Hearty! -- posted by Stacia_

Iraqi Style Tabyeet Chicken

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:02:26 -0500

This recipe is a variation on an overnight Jewish Sabbath dish that appears throughout the Middle East. This is an Iraqi Jewish version. -- posted by Celticevergreen

(Balalit or Saweeya) Sweet Vermicelli Breakfast (Gluten Free)

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:12:48 -0400

A tasty sweet breakfast like dessert made in Arabian Gulf countries especially during the month of Ramadan. This dish is called by a few different names. Originally published on http://arabicbites.blogspot.com. -- posted by UmmBinat

Timman (Kuwaiti or Iraqi Rice)

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:53:59 -0400

Produces a light fluffy, tasty grain. I always use chicken or beef stock depending what I am serving it with. May be made yellow by adding 1/2 tsp turmeric. Enjoy this with Recipe #365961, Recipe #363669, Recipe #11761 or other stews, kabobs, etc. -- posted by UmmBinat

How to Prepare Fresh Okra Before Cooking

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:02:15 -0400

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 Mallos -- posted by UmmBinat

Boiled Truffles

Fri, 01 May 2009 12:12:07 -0400

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 part of leeks, flat-leaf parsley and arugula) -- posted by hoda

Truffles With Rice

Sat, 02 May 2009 02:13:27 -0400

truffles are delicious and are popular in iraq, it is kind of cheap here, you can buy 1 pound of it for 10-15 dollars! and i'm not joking, it grows in the western areas of iraq, and most famous ways of cooking truffles here are 1.truffles with rice or 2.simply boiled truffles and i will post all truffles recipes here on recipezaar. -- posted by hoda

Kuwaiti Curried Chicken (Quwarmah Ala Dajaj)

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:42:38 -0400

A definite 5 stars. This is very good. I sometimes add okra (bamia). It does not use curry powder and I actually never considered this a curry. I serve it with Recipe #304145 and a fresh salad for a great meal masha Allah. -- posted by UmmBinat

Chicken & Kebab Grilled Veg Mix!

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:03:13 -0400

This was a "shall i order take out or not" recipe. Improvised on the spot, my family really liked it! You can swap ingredients and add soy sauce to pref. I used the tandoori chicken left over from last night and the kebab my gma sent over, it's like a leftover paradise! Btw where it says Grilled veg - it's meant to be Bertolli's grilled vegetable which you can buy from any supermarket! -- posted by Jalebi

Lis'an El Qa'thi - Judges' Tongue (Iraqi Stuffed Eggplant)

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:25:39 -0400

Amazing recipe if you love Middle Eastern cooking like me. This dish is Iraqi (in my case, Iraqi-Israeli). It wouldn't surprise me if there was a Persian variant on this dish, because it combines stuffing vegetables with spiced ground meat, and simmering it deliciously in a tasty sauce. It can be served over any type of rice, and has a lot of juice/gravy that is just delicious. It is quite easy (though there are a few steps, none are difficult). This dish is kosher, but cannot be mixed with dairy products of course. It is a powerful and tasty dish, and I suggest that everyone try it. Warning - due to the appearance, I'm not sure how much little children (who are not Middle Eastern) would like it; though if they managed to try it, they would fall in LOVE. For the perfect compliment to this already amazingly rich dish, having hummus, tahina, and hot sauce (schug), and/or amba (an Iraqi pickled mango) - any middle eastern spread/dip. My mouth is watering just thinking about it all. -- posted by Kahane Tsadek

Dolma (Stuffed Grape Leaves), Iraqi-Style

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:14:28 -0400

This Middle Eastern dish is a family favorite. The blend of the spices coupled with the tartness of the lemon makes it out of this world. This recipe has been passed down in my family for many years. -- posted by AngieInMichigan

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

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