Are you looking for cookbooks with Middle Eastern flavors? These are our absolute favorite Middle Eastern cookbooks - we've cooked from all of them and can highly recommend them. They're all highly reviewed and we've tried to include a variety that showcase regional cooking (some are specifically Palestinian, some are Lebanese, some are Syrian), vegetarian …
Dried orange slices are easy to make, smell wonderful, and can be used in so many ways! Here's how to make your own DIY dried orange slices, plus some fun ways to use them. Why You Should Make Dried Orange Slices I love to have a bunch of dried oranges around during the holidays because …
Swiss chard is a delicious, slightly bitter leafy green vegetable that we can't get enough of! It adds great flavor to so many recipes - like soups, salads, and side dishes. We're sharing some of our favorite swiss chard recipes that we think you'll love. Swiss chard is a nutrient-dense powerhouse and can be used …
Here's how to make dried orange peels - they're deeply flavorful and useful in spice blends, sauces, tea, or cocktails. Having a stash of dehydrated citrus will serve you well! It's really easy to make - we'll show you how to make dried orange peels in just a few steps, how to store them, and …
Caramelized onions are onions that have been slowly cooked to develop their flavor. Essentially the sugars break down in the onion, leading to a sweet and rich flavor that's almost jammy. They're a welcome addition to so many recipes. We'll show you how to make the best caramelized onions, how to freeze them for future …
Here's how to prep and store cilantro to keep it fresh for an extra week! Cilantro can quickly rot in the refrigerator as it's a delicate, soft herb. Here's how you can easily prep it to maximize freshness! How to Use Cilantro Cilantro can be used to flavor a dish and a garnish. Are cilantro …
Here's the easiest way to peel a pomegranate, that's not in water and that doesn't break the pomegranate seeds. Best Way to Peel a Pomegranate Peeling a pomegranate quickly and easily can be done in 4 steps. Pomegranate Recipes There are many wonderful recipes with pomegranate. Here are a few of our favorites: Pomegranate Margarita …
Garam Masala is a warming, aromatic spice blend from the Indian subcontinent. Blends vary by country and region (some families even have their own special blend) and it can be used on its own or in combination with other spices. Garam masala is to Indian, Pakistani, and Nepali cuisine what Ras el Hanout is to …
What is dukkah? Dukkah (pronounced doo-kah) is an Egyptian nut, seed, and spice mix used as a topping and dip for meat, fish, and vegetables. Dukkah, in Arabic, means "to crush" or "to blend". In Egypt, dukkah is used as an all-purpose spice, and often families and vendors have their own blends. Because the seeds, spices, …
What is Ras el Hanout? Ras el Hanout is a Middle Eastern spice blend used in tagines, soups, rice dishes, and on vegetables. In Arabic, Ras el Hanout means "head of the shop", a phrase that basically means top-shelf, signifying that this spice blend is the best thing in the shop. There isn't really one …
