Recipes for Middle Eastern Food
Arayes (lebanese Meat-stuffed Pitas)
chocolatesandchai.com
Arayes are delicious meat-stuffed pita breads – they’re one of the most popular street foods in Lebanon. Why? Because, they’re delicious.
submitted by Chocolates & Chai
Egyptian Macarona Bechamel
chocolatesandchai.com
Egyptian macarona bechamel (مكرونة بشاميل,) is a comfort food recipe popular in Egypt made from penne pasta and a minced meat sauce baked with creamy béchamel.
submitted by Chocolates & Chai
Za’atar-crusted Elk Steak & Lion’s Mane Mushrooms
wildgameandfish.com
I'm always experimenting with different ways to cook venison steaks. Za'atar is a Middle Eastern blend of herbs and sesame seeds and the flavors are amazing!
submitted by wildgameandfish
Pita Pockets In The Ooni Or Home Oven
uglyducklingbakery.com
Make homemade pita to stuff with my lamb meatballs or quinoa balls with pine nuts and raisins. Or tear off pieces to dip into your favorite hummus.
submitted by uglyducklingbakery
Roasted Garlic Hummus
eatenjoybyraneem.com
This Roasted Garlic Hummus recipe can be served with grilled meat, dip some pita bread, or sliced veggies in it or if you are a real garlic fan, eat it with a spoon.
submitted by eatenjoybyraneem
Lamb Sambousek with Filo Pastry
somebodyfeedseb.com
Filling enough for lunch or dinner, these filo pastry-wrapped Lamb Sambousek Rolls make a delicious meal when served with a dip and a salad, or served as an appetizer!
submitted by somebodyfeedseb
Easy Baked Lamb Chops
eatenjoybyraneem.com
These healthy, easy-baked lamb chops are so tender and juicy with a unique Mediterranean taste and simple ingredients, giving the meat a delicious flavor.
submitted by eatenjoybyraneem
Authentic Baba Ganoush
eatenjoybyraneem.com
This Authentic Baba Ganoush is one of the most flavorful and healthy dips; It’s smokey, savory, creamy, and vegan. This recipe is made from simple ingredients and is easy to make!
submitted by eatenjoybyraneem
Fawaffle (a Falafel Waffle)
uglyducklingbakery.com
Fawaffle are perfect as “breakfast for dinner.” They’re easy to make and go perfectly with your favorite Mediterranean sides.
submitted by uglyducklingbakery
Haydari Recipe
chefnotrequired.com
Haydari is a Turkish yogurt sauce made using feta cheese, garlic and fresh herbs such as dill and mint. Ideal as part of a Middle Eastern meze.
submitted by chefnotrequired
Arabic Rice
chefnotrequired.com
Vermicelli Rice (Arabic Rice) is a Middle Eastern dish that includes vermicelli pasta that has been fried until golden brown then cooked with the rice.
submitted by chefnotrequired
Hearty Persian-style Cucumber Salad
butteredveg.com
A nutrient-dense cucumber salad packed with fresh herbs, olive oil, lime juice, quinoa, and hearty vegetables.
submitted by Andrea Hayley-Sankaran
Za’atar Manakish Recipe [with Cheese!]
celebrationgeneration.com
Manakish - or "Manakeesh" - is a traditional Lebanese flatbread. Also seen as a Middle Eastern pizza, it's usually topped with Za-atar & cheese.
submitted by OverlordMarie
Za’atar Sheet Pan Vegetables and Eggs
parsleyandparm.com
Middle Eastern za’atar seasoning, perfectly cooked veggies and eggs, creamy avocados, briny feta, and spicy, smoky harissa. It can be prepped ahead, assembled in minutes, and only requires one bowl!
submitted by Parsley&Parm;
Sholeh Zard, Persian Saffron Rice Pudding
slofoodgroup.com
A creamy rice pudding made with saffron traditionally made throughout the Middle East dating back more than 1000 years.
submitted by slofoodgroup
How To Make Amazing Hummus At Home
rainbowplantlife.com
This homemade hummus is incredibly creamy, smooth, and fluffy and packed with a rich, nutty, and lemony flavor. Plus, you'll learn all the tips and tricks for making incredible hummus at home!
submitted by rplteam
Bulgur ‘meatballs’ In Seasoned Tomato Broth (kibbeh Hali)
butteredveg.com
A hearty tomato broth with bulgur wheat meatballs, seasoned with warming spices. A satisfying, easy to make vegetarian dinner.
submitted by Andrea Hayley-Sankaran