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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.

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

Mediterranean Chickpea Quinoa Salad Recipe

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

Lemon Herb Tahini (Cava Copycat)

Armenian coffee served in an espresso cup.

Global Beverages

Armenian Coffee Recipe (Soorj)

Sumac labneh served in a bowl.

Global Snacks/ Appetizers

Sumac Labneh Recipe

Mutabal served in a bowl.

Dips

Mutabal Recipe

Sumac tea served in a glass.

Global Beverages

Sumac Tea Recipe

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 Recipe

Kalamata olive tapenade served in a bowl.

Dips

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

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

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

Olive Tapenade Hummus 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

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

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)

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

Persian watermelon salad served in a bowl.

Salads

Persian Watermelon Salad Recipe

Sumac vinaigrette served in a bowl.

Salads

Sumac Vinaigrette Recipe

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

Greek Fries Recipe (Patates Tiganites)

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

Spicy Harissa Sauce

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

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

Greek Omelette (With Feta Cheese)

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

Pomegranate Molasses

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

Sumac Onions (Turkish Onion Salad)

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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