Shakshuka Pizza with Za’atar Meatballs
This shakshuka pizza with za'atar meatballs recipe bakes eggs, mozzarella, feta, shakshuka sauce and well-spiced lamb meatballs on a homemade crust.
Toum (Lebanese Garlic Sauce)
This four-ingredient toum recipe delivers a glossy, whipped garlic sauce so versatile that you'll want to put it on everything.
Falafel Sandwiches
A homemade falafel sandwich proves a cup of dried chickpeas and a fistful of fresh herbs can outdo your favorite...
Za’atar Roasted Carrots
Za'atar roasted carrots have plenty of Middle Eastern flair and seasoning, turning an everyday root vegetable into the most interesting...
Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)
These Turkish eggs are layered with garlicky yogurt and a drizzle of Aleppo-spiked oil. Eating them is like flying halfway...
We Tried 5 Brands of Tahini and This Was Our Favorite
One spoonful at a time, we tasted our way through a lineup of tahinis to find the one we'll rely...
14 Recipes with Tahini That Go Way Beyond Hummus
Tahini brings balance and depth to everything it touches. These recipes reveal its versatility, proving that every dish (even dessert!)...
Halva
Pistachio halva is a sweet treat made with tahini that melts the moment it hits your tongue.
Lebanese Garlic Chickpea Salad
On a recent trip, I was introduced to Lebanese Garlic Sauce (Toum), and it was revolutionary. I literally put it...
Creamy Apricot Stuffed Dates
These delightful date bites are ridiculously easy to create. They always hit the sweet spot, whether served as an appetizer...
Tahini Brownies
If you’ve never baked with tahini or halva before, these tahini brownies are a great introduction.
Smashed Zucchini Dip
Smashed zucchini dip is a take on the eggplant spread called baba ganoush, but with a different main ingredient. It's...
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
In our new cookbook “The Kitchen Decoded,” we include tabbouleh salad because it's super simple and filling. Try red quinoa...
Couscous Tabbouleh with Fresh Mint & Feta
Using couscous instead of bulgur for tabbouleh really speeds up the process of making this colorful salad. Other quick-cooking grains,...
Quinoa Tabbouleh
When my mom and sister developed several food allergies, we had to modify many recipes. I substituted quinoa for couscous...
Chicken Shawarma
Chicken shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish packed with rich spices that makes a wonderful anchor for many meals, from...
Pumpkin Falafel
Falafel is the ultimate Middle Eastern street food. Pumpkin adds a light sweetness and keeps the patties moist while baking....
Quinoa Tabbouleh
We put a gluten-free twist on a classic Middle Eastern salad by using quinoa instead of bulgur. Our quinoa tabbouleh...
What Is Bulgur Wheat and How Do I Cook It?
Bulgur wheat brings a nutty flavor and chewy texture to grain bowls, salads and traditional Middle Eastern recipes. Here's how...
What Is a Black Lime and How Do You Make It?
Tangy, intense and versatile, black limes are a secret ingredient to Middle Eastern cuisine that is making a splash right...
10 Middle Eastern Chefs and Food Writers You Need to Know
Middle Eastern chefs and food writers are responsible for many of the flavors and dishes we've come to know and...
Green Shakshuka
Silky sauteed greens with garlic and feta are the foundation for this green shakshuka, a reimagined version of the classic...
Herby Chicken with Apricots and Feta
Mix up your weeknight menu with a flavorful braised chicken dish with Middle Eastern flair. I love to serve it...
Falafel
This authentic falafel recipe uses dried beans that are simply soaked—never cooked—for balls that cling together while becoming crispy outside...
10 Middle Eastern Cookbook Titles We Recommend
This collection of cookbooks is your window into the beautiful world of Middle Eastern cooking. The list includes books with...
Arayes
These arayes are filled with savory seasoned ground beef and grilled to perfection. Serve them with a creamy tahini dipping...
Fattoush Salad
This type of bread salad is very popular in the Middle East. It uses sumac, which is a distinctive spice...
9 Essential Middle Eastern Spices and Pantry Ingredients
Add these Middle Eastern spices and other pantry items to your kitchen so you'll be ready to whip up dishes...
How to Make Ma’amoul, a Date-Filled Cookie from the Middle East
Learn how to make ma'amoul, the beloved Middle Eastern butter cookie, made aromatic with flower waters and filled with dates.
Cumin-Spiced Lentil Burgers
I adapted my Turkish daughter-in-law’s traditional recipe for lentil logs—typically wrapped in a lettuce leaf and served with a lemon...
