Planning a mezze platter sounds simple. Then you look at all the dips, fresh herbs, vegetables, breads, and spreads, and suddenly it’s become tough. Should the food be served warm? How much do you need? And how do you make it look both generous and inviting? This guide includes practical mezze platter ideas to help… Continue reading Delicious Mezze Platter Ideas for Your Next Gathering
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Vegan Middle Eastern Dishes You’ll Love
Think plant-based means plain or boring? Middle Eastern food would like a word. With dishes built around lentils, chickpeas, aubergines, herbs, and spices, this cuisine has been delighting taste buds without needing animal products for centuries. It’s bold, fragrant, and naturally vegan-friendly. They are perfect if you’re hungry for variety without the trouble. In this… Continue reading Vegan Middle Eastern Dishes You’ll Love
Hummus Recipe: Creamy, Flavorful, and Easy to Make
There’s something special about making hummus at home. It feels wholesome, comforting, and easy. Still, many people find their homemade hummus doesn’t turn out how they imagined. The texture can be grainy. The flavor may fall flat. Worse, it often tastes nothing like the creamy, smooth dip you enjoy at Mediterranean restaurants. But it doesn’t… Continue reading Hummus Recipe: Creamy, Flavorful, and Easy to Make
How Spices Transform Middle Eastern Food: A Beginner’s Guide
Middle Eastern spices bring bold flavour to simple ingredients. They help turn basic foods into savoury dishes you’ll want to make again. Cumin, coriander, and turmeric each add something unique and work well together in the same pot. These spices balance sweetness, heat, and depth. They’ve been used for generations to build recipes that are… Continue reading How Spices Transform Middle Eastern Food: A Beginner’s Guide
Discovering the Heart of Middle Eastern Recipes
The vibrant world of Middle Eastern cuisine beckons with its enticing flavours, rich aromas, and cultural depth. For many, however, the challenge lies in bringing that same authenticity into their kitchens. With an array of unfamiliar ingredients, complex recipes, and cooking techniques steeped in tradition, it’s easy to feel daunted. Have you ever wondered how… Continue reading Discovering the Heart of Middle Eastern Recipes
Mediterranean Oven Roasted Chicken
Mediterranean Oven Roasted Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish. It’s perfect for a cosy evening at home or for an impressive dinner party. This recipe is simple to make yet full of Mediterranean flavours that will tantalise your taste buds! Ingredients: Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place your chicken breasts in… Continue reading Mediterranean Oven Roasted Chicken
Zaatar Bread
Zaatar bread is a type of Middle Eastern flatbread that is popular throughout the region. This delicious and versatile bread can be served as a snack, breakfast, or accompaniment to any meal. Zaatar bread is made with flavorful ingredients such as Zaatar spice blend, olive oil, and lemon juice. This recipe yields one large loaf… Continue reading Zaatar Bread
Shawarma Wraps
Ingredients Instructions: 1. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened and lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and spices (cumin through oregano). Stir to combine everything together and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Set aside… Continue reading Shawarma Wraps