Hummus
Ingredients 1 clove garlic 1 large lemon 1 (15½-ounce) can garbanzo beans ½ cup warm water 2 Tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt 2 Tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper Optional Ingredients 1 fresh red pepper, or…
Culturally Inspired Middle Eastern-Inspired
Shirini
Ingredients 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup water 4 winter squash (1 1/4 pounds of butternut, acorn, or pumpkin) 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) Directions Wash hands with soap and water. Boil the sugar and water…
Shorba (Lamb and Peanut Soup)
Ingredients 3 pounds lamb bones (or lean beef ribs) 8 cups water (2 quarts) salt (2 teaspoons, optional) 1 1/2 cups onions, slightly chopped 1/2 pound carrots, peeled and cut into chunks 1 cabbage, cut into small wedges 3 cups…
Kibbeh Khamoustah
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef, 85% lean (coarsely ground, if available) 1 tablespoon salad oil 1 cup matzo meal 1 1/2 cups semolina 1 cup water 1 teaspoon salt 6 cloves garlic, chopped (use 6-7 cloves) 10 scallions, chopped 6…
Hummus
This classic garbanzo bean dip is easy to make and a versatile dish. Serve hummus with fresh raw vegetables, on a piece of whole wheat pita bread or tortilla, on crackers, or as a sandwich filling.
Fiesta Hummus
Ingredients 1 can garbanzo beans 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 dash cayenne pepper 2 garlic clove (minced) 1/2 cup yogurt (plain, non-fat) 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 jalapeno pepper (finely chopped) 2 tablespoons cilantro…
Brown Rice Tabbouleh
Try this refreshing Mediterranean inspired dish with tomatoes and cucumbers and seasoned with mint and parsley. Ready in less than 30 minutes or make the night before for a bolder taste.