Shrimp and Okra Stew
A savory Gulf-style shrimp and okra stew made with blended tomatoes, tomato paste, herbs, tamarind, and black lime. The broth is finished with hot water and served with the softene
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One-Pan Chicken Shawarma with Roasted Garlic Sauce
Tender, spice-rubbed chicken thighs roast with red onion until browned and crisp at the edges, then are served with a creamy roasted-garlic yogurt sauce. The dish is smoky, tangy,
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The Best Shakshuka
A one-pan dish with bell peppers, tomatoes, and eggs, seasoned with Ottoman spices. The tomato sauce is reduced to a jam-like consistency and finished with parsley, cheese, and pit
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Egyptian Ta’amiya with Tahini Sauce
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Egyptian patties are made with peeled dried fava beans, fresh herbs, and spices. They are served piping hot with a creamy, lem
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Chicken Skewers in the Oven
Juicy, Moroccan-inspired chicken thigh skewers marinated with yogurt, garlic, fresh herbs, cumin, paprika, and warm spices. They roast at high heat for lightly charred, flavorful e
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Chicken Kofta with Basmati Rice in the Oven
Chicken kofta seasoned with a green marinade made from pepper, cilantro, dill, and garlic, along with butter and spices to keep it tender in the oven. It is arranged over basmati r
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Turkish Chicken Soup
A hearty, comforting Turkish-style chicken soup made with boneless chicken, vegetables, garlic, lemon juice, and basic spices. The cooked vegetables are blended into a smooth soup,
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Boneless Chicken with Tomato and Roasted Garlic Sauce
Marinated and seared chicken pieces served with a creamy sauce made from tomatoes and roasted garlic, with the option to add Parmesan cheese. The dish is finished by cooking the ch
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Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce
Thin chicken slices cooked in butter, then returned to a creamy lemon and parsley sauce. Served with white rice for a quick restaurant-style meal.
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One-Pan Ginger, Garlic, and Lemon Chicken
Chicken pieces marinated with ginger, garlic, honey, and soy sauce, then seared with bell pepper and onion and finished with lemon juice and sesame seeds. Serve with noodles or whi
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Lahmacun with Ground Beef and Lavash
Thin lavash flatbreads topped with a finely blended, seasoned ground-beef mixture, cooked quickly in a hot pan until golden and fully cooked. Serve hot with fresh tomato, cucumber,
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Sheet-Pan Turkey Kebabs with Quick Homemade Pita
Ground turkey is seasoned with warm spices, flattened and scored on a sheet pan, then baked into easy kebabs. Serve the kebabs in quick skillet-made Greek-yogurt pita with cucumber
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30-Minute Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma
Thinly sliced chicken thighs are quickly marinated with yogurt, tomato paste, lemon, olive oil, garlic, and shawarma seasoning, then broiled in a single layer for fast, flavorful c
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The Real Tabbouleh
A fresh, very herb-forward tabbouleh in which the semolina remains a minor component. The herbs are seasoned with oil, Espelette pepper, fleur de sel, crushed tomatoes, lemon, and
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Egyptian Fattah with Meat, Tomato Sauce, and Spiced Oil
Egyptian-style meat fattah with meat cooked until tender, vinegar-spiked tomato sauce, and spiced oil used for the meat, sauce, and rice. Served with crispy bread, rice cooked in m
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Pasta with Beef Cubes and Herb Sauce
Pasta served with beef cubes cooked slowly until very tender, topped with a fresh herb sauce with cherry tomatoes and lemon.
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Moroccan Anchovy Tagra
A traditional northern Moroccan dish of fresh anchovies coated in chermoula and layered over a savory tomato sauce. The recipe is served with crispy garlic toasts or crusty bread.
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Sumac Red Onion and Mint Salad
A refreshing and vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired salad featuring thinly sliced red onions, fresh mint, and tangy sumac. Perfect as a side or a bright addition to any lunch.
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Crispy Lebanese Beef Kofta Tacos
Golden mini Lebanese breads are pan-fried with a thin layer of juicy spiced beef kofta, then filled with sumac salad, creamy garlic sauce, cheese, and optional hot sauce. The tacos
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Juicy Baked Meatballs
Juicy, tender meatballs made with medium-fat ground meat, grated onion, garlic, and spices; sparkling water and baking powder help keep them moist and soft. They are baked in a pre
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Harissa Lentil Sweet Potatoes with Lemony Tahini
Roasted sweet potatoes are topped with smoky, warmly spiced French green lentils, wilted kale, and a bright lemony tahini sauce. This hearty vegan, gluten-free meal is rich in prot
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Lebanese Oven-Baked Chicken Fajita with Avocado-Garlic Cream
A high-protein fajita filling with chicken, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, prepared directly on a baking sheet. Served with a creamy avocado-skyr sauce and flatbread or wraps
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Beef Shank Tagine with Artichokes, Peas, and Fava Beans
A Moroccan-style beef shank dish featuring browned meat, onions, aromatic garlic and spices, preserved lemon, herbs, artichokes, peas, and fava beans. The source indicates finishin
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Moroccan Boiled Egg Sauce for Fish
A creamy Moroccan-style sauce made with boiled eggs, olive oil, pickles, onion, garlic, and fresh herbs. The source describes it as especially good with fish.
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