Category: Easy
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Homemade “Yersheeg”- “Soujouk”
You can find “yersheeg” or “soujouk” in the frozen section at Middle Eastern specialty stores. They are very similar to sausages. But, I prefer to make the homemade version, which doesn’t contain any preservatives, and they taste much better. You can make these in advance and freeze them. They are great when you’re having last…
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Fried Cheese Pies “Beurek”
Your family will think you worked all day when you set these beureks on the table. They are crispy and crunchy. When served hot, the cheese flows out. Serve them as appetizers with Persian cucumbers and a glass of wine. You can make these ahead and freeze them. When you’re ready to use, remove them…
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Garden Salad with Lemon and Mint dressing
This is a very popular Mediterranean salad. The mint and lemon pair perfectly together. If you have fresh mint in your herb garden, then snip some mint leaves instead of the dried mint. Skill level: Easy Click here to view Slideshow, Share, & Comment Click on the first image below to view a step by…
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Lebanese Sfouf
Lebanese sfouf is made with semolina. A healthy and delicious cake that’s packed with flavor and nutrients. Turmeric, the key ingredient in this cake is a spice that’s widely used in China and India. Turmeric is the root of the Curcuma Longa plant. It is used as an anti-inflammatory agent for various illnesses such as…
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Cream of Wheat – “Simit Halva” – “Mammounieh”
A healthy and refreshing late night snack, made with Cream of Wheat which is another predominant ingredient in Mediterranean baking. Serve it plain or sprinkle chopped walnuts or pistachios. You can eat this warm or refrigerate and serve it cold. Either way it’s delicious. Skill level: Easy Click here to view Slideshow, Share, & Comment Click…
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Cracked Wheat “Bulgur” Pilaf
Cracked wheat pilaf is made from whole wheat. It comes in a variety of sizes, that range from #1 very fine grains to the very coarse #5 grains. Bulgur is high in fiber and protein and low in calorie and predominantly used in Mediterranean cuisine. It is available at specialty stores and large supermarkets. This is…