Middle eastern recipes

This collection of authentic Middle Eastern Recipes highlights the wide variety their cuisines and cooking techniques. We love this essential homemade hummus:

Chicken thighs and rice are cooked with delicious Middle Eastern spices, in one pot, and topped with a savory tahini yogurt sauce.

This lentil tabbouleh recipe is a twist on the classic Middle Eastern salad. Packed with fresh herbs, cooked lentils, and healthy veggies.

If you're in search of a hassle-free, one-pan recipe bursting with flavour, you're going to adore this One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice, featuring an exquisite blend of Middle Eastern spices.

Make falafel at home in the air fryer or oven using canned chickpeas. It's super easy, quick and budget friendly. Serve it as part of a mezze platter, in a pita sandwich, a wrap or on top of a simple salad. Great for an easy weeknight dinner. Mediterranean recipes | Middle Eastern recipes | Mediterranean diet | Air fryer recipes

Easy Authentic Lebanese Beef Kafta made with ground beef, parsley, onion, and simple spices. Perfect for grilling or baking in the oven.

Moroccan Spiced Chicken is a delectable dish infused with exotic spices and vibrant flavors that reflect the essence of Moroccan cuisine. Combining aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and turmeric, this dish brings a comforting warmth to any meal. With easy preparation and an elegant presentation, it’s perfect for weeknights yet impressive enough for special occasions.

Batata harra is a Lebanese side dish made with crispy roasted potatoes and tossed in a zesty garlic cilantro sauce. A spicy and delicious Middle Eastern favorite!

Chicken is the most versatile and easy to cook meat, here is my compilation of my favorite Middle Eastern chicken recipes you must try!

This Vermicelli Rice is a classic middle eastern rice pilaf served as a side to many stews and proteins.

Lebanese stuffed peppers are a comforting dish of tender bell peppers filled with aromatic rice, lentils, and fragrant spices, then baked in a rich tomato sauce.

Seasoned flavorful Middle Eastern Chicken with turmeric rice is a meal the whole family will love. It’s super easy to make, and makes a great weeknight meal because it’s fast to prepare and all made in one pot. The ultimate comfort food, but with a healthy twist!

This Authentic Shish Tawook recipe is so delicious and versatile that I guarantee you’ll add it to your summer grilling rotation. But guess what? You can make it in the cooler months too in an oven or on a grill pan. A staple at most Middle Eastern restaurants, there’s no reason for you not to make it at home!

Middle Eastern Mujadara combines lentils and rice with caramelized onions! The result is a hearty side dish or main packed with flavor.

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with Israeli Salad, a delightful dish bursting with freshness. Also known as Shirazi Salad, this Persian-inspired cucumber and tomato mix is a culinary must-try.

This Middle Eastern slow-cooked lamb is a showstopper! This is an excellent recipe to make for a special occasion for a weekend dinner. The slow-roasting will take time, but trust me it is so worth it! Serve the Pulled Lamb with vermicelli rice, fresh Jerusalem chopped salad and Greek yogurt.

A slow cooker Middle Eastern beef stew made with peppers, onions and tomatoes cooked in a pomegranate molasses tomato gravy.

Sfeeha (Middle Eastern meat pies), are a delicious and savory appetizer or side dish that's popular in the Levant. Savory, delicious & easy.