Blog Posts - Middle Eastern Recipes



Chicken shawarma (Middle Eastern)

I will keep this post short and sweet (or actually savory!) Shawarma has got to be one of […]...
by Chef in disguise on Nov 30, 2016

Lentil and Bulgar soup

I came across this video last night and it really got me thinking. If I could go back […]...
by Chef in disguise on Jul 26, 2016

Saudi aysh abu laham (meat galette)

  The part I love the most about exploring any cuisine is trying recipes that I would have […]...
by Chef in disguise on Jul 1, 2016

Halawet el jebn

When I was a kid, before globalization and the internet (yes , that statement does make my kids […]...
by Chef in disguise on Jun 29, 2016

Malban (Palestinian grape fruit roll ups)

This recipe has been in my blog’s drafts for a year! It was actually one of my contributions […]...
by Chef in disguise on Jun 16, 2016

Fava bean maqluba

Maqluba, Makloobeh, Maklouba,Maaluba , Magluba , maqlouba, makloubeh No, a 2 year old did not gain access to […]...
by Chef in disguise on Jun 10, 2016

Layered potato casserole

Quick and easy to assemble, this potato casserole is a great way to enjoy winter comfort food like potatoes in a healthier leaner way. You can prepare the casserole the night before and store it in the fridge, all you have to do the next day is po...
by Chef in disguise on Apr 20, 2016

Dawood basha (Arabic meatballs) recipe

Spicy meatballs cooked to perfection in a tomato sauce with potatoes, peppers, onions and garlic. Comfort food at its best...
by Chef in disguise on Apr 1, 2016

Dawood basha (Arabic meatballs) recipe

Spicy meatballs cooked to perfection in a tomato sauce with potatoes, peppers, onions and garlic. Comfort food at its best...
by Chef in disguise on Apr 1, 2016

lentils and pasta recipe

Horaq osbao or rokak o adas is a traditional Levantine recipe that features the earthy notes of lentils […]...
by Chef in disguise on Mar 22, 2016

Arabic knafeh

A Palestinian dessert that is a heavenly combination of buttery crust and nutty filling...
by Chef in disguise on Mar 18, 2016

Baid al qata (walnut stuffed shortcrust cookies)

Isn’t it fascinating how simple ingredients like flour, butter, a pinch of salt and a splash of milk […]...
by Chef in disguise on Mar 3, 2016

Muhammara recipe

This post is almost a month late! The monthly Arabic flavor post is supposed to go up on […]...
by Chef in disguise on Feb 29, 2016

Muhammara

This post is almost a month late! The monthly Arabic flavor post is supposed to go up on […]...
by Chef in disguise on Feb 29, 2016

Middle eastern breakfast, take 2: homemade staples

It’s the weekend, you are not in the mood for fool, falafel or hummus. Does that mean you […]...
by Chef in disguise on Jan 21, 2016

Middle eastern breakfast, take 3: Wraps

Wraps are quick, easy and the best part is, they make everyone happy! Every family member can gets […]...
by Chef in disguise on Jan 21, 2016

Hijazi almond coffee (my first video recipe)

Starting the year with a warm and comforting white note :) White is the color many cultures use to […]...
by Chef in disguise on Jan 3, 2016

Kfarat Kebab

The beginning of the month means that it is time for our monthly traditional Arabic flavor recipe. For […]...
by Chef in disguise on Dec 2, 2015

Batheeth

After spending over a year here in the UAE, some of the local recipes started finding their way […]...
by Chef in disguise on Oct 13, 2015

Roasted Squash Dip With Za’atar

We returned from Pennsylvania last week with our hearts full of great memories, our bags full of sweaty, muddy clothes from all that hiking, and an armful of golden-yellow squash. Driving one afternoon from the tiny little cottage we had rented...


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