by Yummy Mideast | Jan 24, 2023 | Sweets and Desserts
I’ve always heard how good the Middle Eastern deserts are. I think I even tasted kunafa once, but this desert – baklava cinnamon rolls, exceeded it. I couldn’t believe how rich it was and I simply discovered it by accident when I had a late lunch...
by Yummy Mideast | Jan 17, 2023 | Regional Spices
Bay leaves are a common herb used in Middle Eastern cuisine. They are often used to add flavor to soups, stews, and sauces. They are also used in meat dishes, such as lamb and beef, to add a subtle, earthy flavor. The leaves are harvested from the bay laurel tree,...
by Yummy Mideast | Jan 13, 2023 | Vegetarian Dishes
Most of us have heard about hummus, the Middle Eastern dip, that contains mainly chickpeas and tahini, which is one of the main ingredients. Is it possible to make hummus without it? Tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds that adds a unique flavor to your dishes....
by Yummy Mideast | Jan 10, 2023 | Vegetarian Dishes
Recently, I visited Istanbul in Turkey as part of a small delegation. While there, I got to know a wonderful dish called Lebanese vegetarian moussaka. Before visiting Istanbul, I was unfamiliar with the local delicacy but soon found out that it was a beloved and...
by Yummy Mideast | Jan 9, 2023 | Meat Dishes
This Middle Eastern chicken shawarma dish is not only tasty but also has a funny story attached to it that makes it even more memorable. Here’s the story… One evening, I was in the kitchen preparing a batch of my well-known chicken shawarma. The fragrant...
