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tarator carrot mezze appetizer
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How to Prepare Fried Carrot Appetizer with the Best Mandoline Slicer| Tarator Mezze

We all know that carrots are full of vitamin A, K, and beta-carotene. They are good for our eyes and bones. Plus, most dieticians consider them to be a superfood due to their high fiber content. But did you know that they are from Afghanistan and have more genes (about 32,000) than us? Moreover, you […]

Fried potato patties
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Quick Fried Potato Patties | Matates for Kids

Potatoes are everyone’s favorite ingredient when it comes to preparing some happy food. Despite all the notorious starch information surrounding them, potatoes are full of antioxidants and a good source of healthy fiber. So, there is nothing wrong with consuming some potatoes occasionally. Note that this fluffy patties recipe is a real kid-pleaser. You can […]

Asian Cuisine, Dinner, FIsh, International Cuisine, Lunch, Recipes, Snacks

Ochazuke with Matcha Tea – Quick Meal with Baked Salmon

I love Japanese one-bowl dishes. Quick, tasty, and full of healthy food! Ochazuke is made with a great assortment of flavorsome ingredients. The combination of baked salmon, matcha (green tea), nori, soy sauce, and steamed rice make a perfect quick meal for me. If you have some leftover rice and frozen salmon in the fridge, […]

Lentil meatballs are vegan alternatives to all
Appetizers, Greek Cuisine, International Cuisine, Turkish Cusine, Vegetables

Lentil Patties Mezze – Vegan Meatballs Appetizer

Planted in spring and harvested in late summer, lentils are one of my all-time favorite legumes. Aside from their magnificent flavor, they can substitute for meat flawlessly. This advantage is making them one of the most sought-after ingredients for vegan dishes. However, the lentil kofte (meatless lentil patties) has been enjoyed for centuries in Turkey […]