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Middle Eastern Recipes

Middle Eastern Cuisine is a delicious one. Prepare a variety of Hummus and serve it along with some homemade Lavash Crackers. Make Tabouli Salad, Falafel, Baba Ghanoush and many more Middle Eastern Recipes from this perfect selection.

You can also try my Indian Recipes and Thai Recipes.

Kalamata olive tapenade served in a bowl.

Dips

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Kalamata Olive Tapenade Recipe

This creamy Savory Pumpkin Hummus gets ready in under 10 minutes and makes for a great fall-flavored party appetizer. Serve it with pita bread or nachos for a yummy treat (vegan, gluten-free).

Dips

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Savory Pumpkin Hummus Recipe

This creamy Black Bean Hummus is a delicious take on classic hummus where black beans are used instead of chickpeas. This vegan and gluten-free dip is a party favorite and can be served with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or pita bread.

Dips

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Black Bean Hummus Recipe

If you like Boar's Head Olive Tapenade Hummus Dip, then you will love this homemade recipe too. Serve it with pita chips or veggie sticks. (vegan and gluten-free).

Dips

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Olive Tapenade Hummus Recipe

Made using cooked quinoa, lots of veggies, and a zesty and flavorful dressing, Mediterranean Chickpea Quinoa Salad, is a healthy and delicious salad. Serve it on its own or as a side dish.

Salads

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Mediterranean Chickpea Quinoa Salad Recipe

This Easy Homemade Tahini Paste (Tahina) uses just two ingredients. It is much more economical and way better than store-bought. Make a big batch and refrigerate it for up to a month, or freeze it for 3-4 months (vegan, gluten-free).

Cooking Basics

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How To Make Tahini Paste

Egyptian Pistachio Dukkah Seasoning is a take on the classic spice blend that is a delicious combination of roasted nuts, spices, and seeds. Here is an easy recipe to make it (vegan, gluten-free).

Spice Mixes

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Pistachio Dukkah

Basbousa (Basboosa) is a Middle Eastern dessert that is basically sweet semolina and coconut cake. It is also called revani or namoura in some parts. Here is how to make it at home.

Cakes

Basbousa (Middle Eastern Semolina Coconut Cake)

Make this Cava restaurant copycat Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce at home in just 5 minutes using a few simple ingredients. Use it over salads, as a dipping sauce or drizzle it over roasted veggies (vegan, gluten-free).

Sauces

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Lemon Herb Tahini (Cava Copycat)

Make traditional Armenian Coffee (Soorj) at home using my easy step-by-step recipe. You will not be disappointed, I promise (vegan, gluten-free).

Global Beverages

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Armenian Coffee (Soorj)

Sumac labneh served in a bowl.

Global Snacks/ Appetizers

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Sumac Labneh Recipe

Persian watermelon salad served in a bowl.

Salads

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Persian Watermelon Salad Recipe

Mutabal served in a bowl.

Dips

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Mutabal Recipe

Sumac vinaigrette served in a bowl.

Salads

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Sumac Vinaigrette Recipe

Sumac tea served in a glass.

Global Beverages

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Sumac Tea Recipe

Tabouli Salad (Tabbouleh) is a traditional Mediterranean (Middle Eastern Salad) made using bulgar wheat, fresh parsley, and vegetables tossed in a tangy lime juice dressing. It is refreshing, light, and full of flavors (vegetarian).

Salads

Traditional Tabouli Salad (Tabbouleh)

Pomegranate molasses is an essential ingredient in traditional Middle Eastern cooking, and it is made by reducing pomegranate juice. Here is how to make it at home using my simple recipe (vegan, gluten-free).

Sauces

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Pomegranate Molasses

This spicy Roasted Sweet Potato Hummus is a delicious take on the classic hummus recipe. Loaded with roasted sweet potatoes, this creamy, healthy, protein-packed dip is a must-try (vegan, gluten-free, and paleo)

Dips

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Roasted Sweet Potato Hummus

Greek Omelette is a classic Greek egg recipe loaded with spinach and feta cheese. It comes together in under 10 minutes and is great to serve for breakfast or brunch (keto-friendly, gluten-free).

Global Breakfast

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Greek Omelette (With Feta Cheese)

Smooth, smoky, savory & creamy, this easy baba ganoush recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. It is healthy, vegan, gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and super easy to make at home

Dips

Baba Ganoush

These 5-minute Sumac Onions are a Turkish-style onion salad or a pickle that adds a nice crunch to anything it's added to. Use this red onion salad in sandwiches, soups, or hamburgers to add a lovely flavor and a nice crunch to them (vegan, gluten-free).

Salads

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Sumac Onions (Turkish Onion Salad)

Make these extra crispy Greek Fries in just 15 minutes. Serve them as an appetizer or a side dish for a unique homemade treat (gluten-free).

Global Snacks/ Appetizers

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Loaded Greek Fries (Patates Tiganites)

Lavash Crackers are crispy snack which is very popular in Middle Eastern countries. These are made using simple pantry staples and can be paired with any dip to make a great appetizer.

Global Snacks/ Appetizers

Lavash Crackers

Make this North African & Middle Eastern Spicy Harissa Sauce at home using a few simple ingredients. It is vibrant red in color and adds smokiness and heat to whatever it is added to (vegan, gluten-free).

Sauces

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Spicy Harissa Sauce

Steamy, filling, and very aromatic, Persian Saffron Rice is prepared using white rice, caramelized onions, and saffron strands. It is a savory side dish with a pleasant yellow color that comes together in under 30 minutes. Here is how to make it.

Rice

Saffron Rice

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