Lamb Tagine, the stew, classically incorporates savory and sweet ingredients to make a complex dish with a richly spiced flavor. You will see an array of seasonings in this stew that sets it apart from anything you’ve probably tried, like cinnamon and cardamom. It is a comforting, cozy meal that pairs perfectly with plain couscous…
These Palestinian date ring cookies, also known as Kaek bil’ ajwa ( date stuffed cookies ) or Kaek Asawer (bracelet cookies), remind me of the holidays. My mom would always bake a batch of these to enjoy throughout Ramadan and to celebrate Eid. I can smell the anise in the cookie dough just thinking of…
Ouzi, Ghuzi, Qoozi, or Khuzi (قوزي in Arabic), pronounced “ooze,” is a beloved Arab spiced rice dish jeweled with peas, carrots, and succulent lamb. It is a delicious meal that is perfect for a gathering. It is aromatic and flavorful, from the well-seasoned rice to the melt-in-your-mouth lamb. All of this isn’t complete without the…
Taboon bread is a Palestinian yeasted flatbread that is crisp on the edges yet soft and chewy in the center. It is one of the region’s most popular traditional breads. Khobez Taboon is commonly cooked in a clay oven on top of hot stones. This recipe is very similar to my aunt’s, except I have…
This baked lamb and vegetables dish has a special place in my heart. My late maternal grandmother, Teta Fathiya, would make the most delicious sneeyet lahmeh (baked lamb and vegetables). Every other summer, we would visit overseas for two months; this was the first meal she always served us. The meat is incredibly tender. We…
This brioche-like date stuffed bread (ma’arouk) is fluffy, sweet, and aromatic. It’s usually eaten during Ramadan as a post-fast treat. You can, however, enjoy it all year long as the perfect mid-day snack, light dessert, or brunch pastry. It is fantastic on its own or with a slice of white cheese and coffee. It is…
Musakhan rolls are a modernized handheld variation of the Palestinian classic-Musakhan. These popular rolls are stuffed with juicy shredded chicken and caramelized sumac onions for a delightful bite. They are a standout dish. The tartness of the sumac and the sweetness of the onions, coupled with the tender chicken and crisp bread, are just addicting….
You may be thinking, what is Aish El Saraya? Well, it is a very popular and delicious no-bake Middle Eastern dessert. Aish El Saraya translates in Arabic to “The Palace Bread,” and it’s fitting since this is a bread pudding. What I love about this dessert is how easy it is to put together, and…
Molokhia, also known as mulukhiya, is a stew-like meal made from jute leaves, also known as Jews’ Mallow. Molokhia would rank up there if you asked me my favorite meals. It’s a nostalgic comfort food dish that is hearty and nourishing, often served with vermicelli rice. In our household, we top it off with a…
Hear me out. This herby potato salad is one of the simplest yet packed with flavor potato salads you’ll ever have. Better yet, there is no mayo in this herby potato salad. It’s tossed in olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and tons of herbs and garlic. It’s so easy and so fresh. The flavors…
