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Tag: Middle Eastern

Shakshouka: Middle Eastern Eggs

Have you ever come up with a dish that is so tasty you think you invented it yourself, only to find out later that it’s…

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Yvonne June 23, 2021
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Walnut Baklava with Rose Water

After having lived in Turkey for a good amount of time, I have been enlightened about the art of making baklava. It’s such a dessert…

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Yvonne May 10, 2021
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My Version of Fatteh: Middle Eastern Style Beef & Eggplant with Yogurt Tahini Sauce

I’m a huge fan of yogurt for a whole host of reasons- and not just eating a small cup of flavored yogurt a day, but…

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Yvonne Maffei January 31, 2018
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Edible Art for the Ramadan Iftar Table

This is a Guest Post by Sweet Pillar Food Founder, Nadia Hubbi The month of Ramadan may mean different things for different people, however at the end…

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Yvonne Maffei July 16, 2015
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Lamb Kofta Kabob Pita Sandwiches

Ramadan has absolutely flown by- it’s been busy, peaceful, productive, serene, full of blessings and absolutely perfect this year. I just hope we’ve maximized our…

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Yvonne Maffei July 15, 2015
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My Visit to Barkaat Foods

Whenever I decide to use a halal meat product in my own cooking, I like to know as much about the company as possible so that I…

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Yvonne Maffei February 22, 2015
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Pine Nuts

Pine nuts, often referred to as pignole (Italian) in the culinary world, are a beautiful addition to so many of my favorite recipes. Pine nuts…

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Yvonne Maffei December 3, 2014
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Chicken Pita Rolls with Hummus & Tabbouleh

I had no idea what a hit these pita rolls would be. They seemed so easy to make and with such a familiar taste to…

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Yvonne March 5, 2014
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Sejouk (Spicy Sausage)

Sejouk (also known as sudjuk, sujuk, or merguez) is a spicy version of sausage that is common in Middle Eastern cuisine, stemming from places like Morocco, Algeria,…

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Yvonne March 29, 2013
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Cardamom | My Halal Kitchen Pantry

Cardamom

Cardamom is one of the most fragrant spices in the world and it’s popular in North African, Middle Eastern and Indian cooking. It’s used to…

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Yvonne March 29, 2013
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