Posted on June 5, 2009 by meggamoma
Here is a fresh and hhealthy approach to Lebanese cooking . The snapper is first roasted with some aromatics and then dressed with a slightly spicy creamy sauce made with Tahini paste , a sesame seed paste so flavorful you will forget its good for you. This makes a great week night supper as it [...]
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Posted on January 28, 2009 by meggamoma
I love this Moroccan inspired Tagine style recipe because it is an all in one meal, just serve with a simple salad and some pita bread.
The recipe uses chicken thighs as they are flavorful and remain juicy even with longer cooking.
Serves 2
Source Cuisine
COMBINE
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp [...]
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Posted on January 3, 2009 by meggamoma
Street food is very popular in the Moroccan culture . Here vendors grill Sausage shaped spiced minced lamb , pulling them deftly into Moroccan bread and topped with fiery Harissa and tomato sauce. I personally love to top the “sandwich ” off with raw ,thinly sliced red onion and a few sprigs of parsley ,for [...]
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Posted on January 3, 2009 by meggamoma
Chicken wings are great and inexpensive appetizer or finger food. These Lebanese style wings come from Claudia Roden, they are great and seriously Lemony and Garlicky. For my own personal taste I add hot sauce, or ,if you can get some ,Harissa, but leave it out if you want authentic Lebanese “jawaneh” ,wings.
Serves 4
3 tbs [...]
Filed under: Appetizers, Middle eastern | Tagged: appetizer, Claudia Roden, Finger food, Grilled Chicken wings with lemon and garlic, Jawaneh, Lebanese, Mezze | Leave a Comment »
Posted on November 8, 2008 by meggamoma
Salads are very popular at the start of every meal in Morocco. Carrot salads are especially served most often. The recipe calls for more sugar than I like,but I will give it to you as I like it and you can adjust the sweetness to your taste.
Serves 4
2 cups water
1 lb carrots,peeled and thinly sliced
2 [...]
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Posted on September 17, 2008 by meggamoma
I love to serve Moroccan food,(a subject for another day) but I am sadly dissapointed by the variety for vegetarians and vegans. Couscous is one of my pantry staples and the additions are only as limited as your immagination. Go explore.
serves 8
1 stick butter or 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil
6 cups red onion,chopped
3/4 [...]
Filed under: Middle eastern, Vegetarian | Tagged: Couscous, Middle eastern, olives herbs preserved lemon, Spicy, Vegan, Vegetarian | Leave a Comment »
Posted on August 24, 2008 by meggamoma
I love the aromas of Lebanese cooking. These heady scents are all thanks to fresh herbs and citrus, primarily lemon. The addition of preserved lemon is a twist of mine. Feel free to omit it if you have no way of locating it. Serve this lamb thinly sliced in a warm pita with lettuce , [...]
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Posted on August 24, 2008 by meggamoma
The Aroma from this chicken roasting will knock your socks off. My secret ingredient is preserved lemon , this is available in middle eastern stores. In a pinch try Indian lime pickle from Indian grocery stores or simply lemon peel.
1 31/2 lb chicken
2 garlic cloves, grated
2 tablespoons finely chopped mint
4 tablespoons butter
juice of 1 lemon
1/2 [...]
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Posted on August 17, 2008 by meggamoma
Middle Eastern Grilled Eggplant dip has a great smoky flavor. It is amazingly easy to prepare and dare I say it good for you and tastes great too!!! I simply cannot find a reason not to make it, try it you may think so too!!
2 lbs eggplant
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon Tahini paste
3 [...]
Filed under: Appetizers, Middle eastern, Vegetarian | Tagged: Baba Ganouj, dip, eggplant, Middle eastern, Vegetarian | Leave a Comment »
