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Middle Eastern Kibbeh

Kibbeh is a wonderful dish from the Middle East traditionally made with lamb meat but beef is acceptable, too. I prefer it made into patties and fried in olive oil. However, it is most often found in restaurants...

Author: Ron Shepherd

Hawaij/All Purpose Seasoning

This is inspired by a recipe for traditional Hawaij. A great and simple blend of spices that has become one of our favorite general seasonings. I use this as a rub for chicken a lot, but it is also a great...

Author: Erich Schlismann

Eggplant, Roasted Pepper and Chicken Pitas

Mmmmm!! My mouth waters just thinking of this! An Israeli Jewish lady taught this to my grandmother several years ago, and our entire family fell in love with it. It was so good, we served it for a small...

Author: ~marie~

Fast and Easy Israeli Tahini Cookies

A quick and simple Middle Eastern/Mediterranean hit. I've seen both little Jewish grandmothers in Jerusalem make these cookies and Bedouin women living in the middle of the desert. A great simple recipe...

Author: Nuriti

Apple and Honey Sorbet

This is the sorbet I served on Rosh Hashana meal between first and main course. It is white flecked with bright green, tangy from the green apples, and sweet with honey. Fresh and fabulous. Shana Tova!...

Author: MALKALEVADOM

Israeli Stuffed Dates

This chocolate-covered, nut-filled date candy is straight from Israel, an idea I received from my Yemenite neighbor. It's easy and delicious!

Author: Bina E.

Sambusaks (Sumboosaks) with Chickpeas

These are traditional Purim sambusaks from Baghdad, with a chickpea filling and a whole egg in each. Adding the egg is optional, so please omit that part if you'd prefer to make these without eggs.

Author: Nurit Cusack

Re:Bar Re:Vive Shake

Lived in Israel for a few years and lived on Re:Bar's shakes, now that I'm back in America I can't get them. This tastes almost exactly the same as their Re:Vive shake does. It's my favorite one! For a...

Author: Alexa Goldman

Apples in Pajamas

Crunchy sliced fried apples that are served at breakfast (usually) with cinnamon and sugar. Commonly served in Israel. Given to me by a good friend. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Author: OLIVIABREEN

Aunt Zaneb's Semolina Cake

This recipe came all the way from Jerusalem, Palestine--especially for the month of Ramadan--from my aunt. This semolina has a special texture and is by far the best I've had so far. Enjoy!

Author: Marlene

Strudel Roll Cookies

This recipe is from Israel.

Author: Lori Levy

Tahini Butter Cookies

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Author: Faina Gersh