If you love authentic bread, you are going to fall in love with the Turkish flat brad Bazlama. It is enjoyed with many delicious spreads all around the Balkans, Mediterranean, and the Middle East. You can stuff it with your favorite food and prepare a festive sandwich, wrap your traditional meat dishes, or dip it […]
I love Chinese food, and there is something magical about stir-frying. Add some oil in a wok, bring the temperature to high, and place any meat or vegetable you like in it. You can be sure that it will come out delicious! My favorite ones include chow-mein, spicy chicken, beef with broccoli, and fried shrimp. […]
It is no secret that I fancy green beans so much. They are one of my favorite veggies. In fact, almost everyone who is familiar with Mediterranean cuisine would eventually feel the same. Being an indispensable ingredient in Turkish, Greek, and Italian cuisines, green beans are also a staple food both in the United States […]
Here comes another traditional family recipe from my oldest notes; the Mediterranean Okra Stew. Sour and sweet, chewy and soft, the mighty okra, as we call it bamya, is a unique vegetable. Its taste always reminds me of lemon in a way, but it also has a grassy character. Not all vegetables are created equal […]
Potatoes are not the only vegetable that you can make a tasty puree. I combine avocado and boiled peas to create a delicious version. Note that it is super healthy too. In fact, you can call this a digestive remedy recipe as both peas and avocados may benefit digestion immensely. Did you know that peas […]
I like to use silky bechamel sauce with my favorite vegetables, and cauliflower is on top of that list. In my opinion, they go great together like bread and butter. Please do not be discouraged if you have never made bechamel sauce before. I know it has a fancy French name, but making some is […]
Roasting eggplants is a highly popular cooking method both in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. In the Middle East, eggplants are usually grilled over charcoal barbecues and served along with kebab and other meaty dishes. Occasionally, they are placed on skewers and cooked very much like shish kebabs. However, oven roasted eggplants taste equally delicious […]
If you are not taking advantage of chickpeas in your diet, you are missing out on both health and appetite! These special legumes contain a good amount of vitamins, fiber, and minerals. Plant protein (boosts bone health), folate, potassium, manganese, iron, selenium, vitamins E, A, and C are just a few to mention.*Consider them as […]
Hummus is an extremely addictive snack. Once you get accustomed to it, you will surely have cravings frequently. The combination of tahini, garlic, and lemon juice makes it a festive feast! According to historians, the earliest version of hummus was made in Egypt in the 13th century. In some cultures, hummus is used as an […]
We all know that avocado is super healthy and incredibly tasty. It is true that authentic guacamole is probably the first thing that comes to everyone’s mind, but there are other options too. If you are looking for alternative recipes with avocado, you came to the right place. Today, I will give you four avocado […]