Middle eastern recipes

Comfort food that uses all pantry staples yet is still healthy(ish), simple and delicious!

Serve up the best Turkish lamb with this savory, slow-roasted classic. Bursting with Turkish spices, this savory Turkish roasted lamb is juicy, fall-off-the-bone delicious. Ideal as a holiday meat recipe, a flavorful lamb shoulder roast, or a rich Mediterranean lamb dish, it’s a showstopper that brings traditional flavor to modern meals.

I can't say with certainty that this is authentic because it's a recipe I created. But it uses classic Middle Eastern ingredients, so possibly it is! The lamb is really juicy because it's made with lamb shoulder, a cut that is made for slow cooking. The pan frying step to get the crunchy brown bits is not optional - it's key! ! ! As with any shredded meat recipe, a little goes a long way. This makes around 8 cups of shredded lamb which I think is enough to serve 8 people as a main (with...

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Persian Chicken Thighs with Apricots & Spiced Almonds

A delicious Persian rice dish that pairs wonderfully with any meat or seafood entree.

Sumac Onion Salad is a vibrant and tangy Middle Eastern side dish made with julienned onions, fresh parsley, and a flavorful blend of sumac, pomegranate syrup, lemon juice, and olive oil. Lightly massaged to soften the onions and enhance the flavors, this refreshing salad pairs perfectly with grilled meats and kebabs. #sumac #sumaconions #onionsalad #turkish

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My easy Mediterranean Rice recipe features fluffy basmati rice that's perfectly seasoned and topped with toasted nuts and almonds.

2hr · 1 serving 4 cups Egyptian rice or short grain rice • 8 tbsp room temperature butter • 1 cup sour cream • 1 tbsp sea salt • 2-3 tsp black pepper more or less to taste • 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk • 1 cup *clotted cream aka ishta • 2 cups beef broth • Instructions • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. • Wash the rice until water runs clear. Do not skip this step! • In a bowl, add rice, salt and pepper. Mix until rice is combined with the salt and pepper. • In a 4 qt dutch...

I can't say with certainty that this is authentic because it's a recipe I created. But it uses classic Middle Eastern ingredients, so possibly it is! The lamb is really juicy because it's made with lamb shoulder, a cut that is made for slow cooking. The pan frying step to get the crunchy brown bits is not optional - it's key! ! ! As with any shredded meat recipe, a little goes a long way. This makes around 8 cups of shredded lamb which I think is enough to serve 8 people as a main (with...

Syrian Chicken with Giant Couscous - made with everyday ingredients, chicken is baked in an aromatic tomato sauce. Served with giant couscous (sub with ordinary couscous or risoni/orzo) #chicken #syrian #baked

Crispy Persian Rice (Tahdig) with Spiced Golden Chickpeas | halfbakedharvest.com