Here are some of the most popular Middle Eastern recipes. These mouth-watering dishes are loaded with flavor and are very satisfying. Every recipe comes with with a detailed step-by-step tutorial so you can easily make it at home. Whether you are looking for a restaurant favorite or want to try a new middle eastern recipe, I share some useful techniques. So let's get started.
Maamoul Cookies
Maamoul are date-filled cookies that are absolutely delectable. These Middle Eastern cookies are popular during holiday times and are really easy to make.
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Lamb Shawarma
Here is an easy but very delicious way to make the popular Middle Eastern street food, Shawarma. In this recipe, we roast lamb in the oven, and it yields a lot of shawarma with authentic flavor.
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Zaatar Cheese Rolls
Zaatar, the popular Middle Eastern herb and spice blend, takes these cheese rolls up a notch. These impressive rolls are so fluffy and delicious. You can also make these using a store-bought dough.
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Muhammara (Roasted Red Pepper Dip)
Muhammara, a roasted red pepper dip from Syria is a must-try recipe. It's a vegan dip that packs in flavor and nutrients. And makes a great sandwich spread too.
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Tabouli Salad Recipe
Here is an authentic recipe for the famous Middle Eastern tabouli salad. I show you how to make it the traditional way and also as appetizer-style tabouli salad bites. It's so tasty and refreshing.
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Hummus
If you want to make ultra creamy hummus like the one you tried in your favorite Middle Eastern restaurant, I have some cool tricks for you to try. This recipe will give you hummus that is so fluffy and amazingly delicious.
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Whole Wheat Pita Bread
Make these puffed up pita bread at home, in the oven or on the skillet. I use whole wheat flour to make it the traditional way, but you can easily swap that with bread flour.
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Sahlab (Middle Eastern Dessert Drink)
Sahlab is a popular Middle Eastern beverage with a creamy consistency. This soothing and refreshing drink is flavored with orange blossom and cinnamon. I also share a sahlab powder recipe so that you can easily make it anytime.
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Eggplant Fatteh (Yogurt Salad)
This eggplant yogurt salad is adapted from the popular Middle Eastern dish known as fatteh. It combines roasted vegetables, garlic yogurt sauce, walnuts and crispy pita chips.
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Baharat (Spice Blend)
Baharat is the aromatic Middle Eastern spice blend to use for all your delicious recipes. It is a multipurpose mix that is easy to make and store.
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