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Thursday, September 26, 2024

1826. Zaatar and Cheese Saj Parcels


This is a quick yet delicious savory breakfast pastry that is done in minutes. Zaatar and cheese is a classic flavor combination which you cannot go wrong with.

Monday, September 23, 2024

1825. Palestinian Purslane Appetizer


Purslane is dismissed as a weed since it so resiliently grows between crop and even between bricks. This "weed" which we are being prompted to discard is one of the most nutrient dense and medicinal foods you can find.

Sunday, September 22, 2024

1824. Freekeh Casserole


Freekeh is an ancient Mesopotamian grain that has made it to our modern-day superfood lists. It is simply a wheat grain, but the following makes all the difference: it is harvested while still green, and it is smoked.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

1823. Seaweed Roasted Cashew


A salty and sweet snack that tastes delicious. Seaweed is not only rich in iron, but it interestingly also helps to stabilize female hormones.

Monday, September 16, 2024

1822. Puffed Nutella Bananas


The food scene has exploded, which might be a good thing, were it not for the clickbait problem. Many quick and attractive food videos are spamming our feeds, and when implemented, the recipe is a flop. Not a great introduction to these puffed nutella bananas, but a reality that needs to have light shed on it. 

Sunday, September 15, 2024

1821. Leftover Chicken Sandwich


Roast chicken is best the day it is made. The best use if leftover roast chicken is in a sandwich.

Thursday, September 12, 2024

1820. Turkish Liver and Rice


This Turkish liver is rice is one of those dishes I can never say no to if it's available on the menu. Interestingly, it is a "fast food" sold in carts as a common street food.

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

1819. Twix and Arabic Coffee


I am sharing a breakdown of one of the IYKYK things. If you know, you know, but if you don't how are you supposed to know? So, twix and Arabic coffee. Together, they make for the best combo. Almost addictive. Totally unsuitable for formal company. Want to know more?

Monday, September 9, 2024

1818. Warm Cabbage Salad


Roast cabbage is a wonderful way to transform this humble vegetable. While we might be used to a crunch and vibrant cabbage salad or coleslaw in the summer, a warm roasted cabbage salad with delicious cashew tahini dressing is a great version for the winter. 

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

1817. Sourdough Zaatar Focaccia


It was a matter of time before a sourdough focaccia made it to the blog. Actually, there was one before this, but here is the new and improved version.

Monday, September 2, 2024

1816. Buckwheat Granola


This is the first time I use buckwheat. Although coming from wheat, it has many health benefits that I preferred making an oat-less granola just to let it shine.

Sunday, September 1, 2024

1815. Simple Seared Seabass Fillets


I would happily dine on these delicious seabass fillets two or even three times a week. There is zero "fishiness" to them, the flavor is just beyond, and paired with some potatoes or rice or even pasta, make for a wholesome and satisfying meal.