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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Middle Eastern”

Roasted Chicken with Jerusalem Artichoke and Lemon – Yotam Ottolenghi!

Robin Boyle August 29, 2020 3/5 - Moderately Difficult, Baked/Roast Savoury, Dinner, Middle Eastern, Poultry

A very unusual combination of ingredients but it works terrifically. It might seem like a lot of work, but the marinating is done the day before. Click here for: Blog post – Roasted Chicken with Jerusalem Artichoke

Beetroot – Two Dips!

Robin Boyle July 29, 2019 2/5 - Not Difficult, Australian, Lunch/Dinner, Middle Eastern, Nibbles & Finger Food, Vegetable

Two delicious beetroot dips: one with apple and sour cream; another with za’atar and pomegranate molasses! Click here for: Blog post – Beetroot – Salads, two Dips, one Cake!

Iraqi Inspired Chicken Bake – With Fenugreek, Sumac and Onions!

Robin Boyle May 27, 2019 3/5 - Moderately Difficult, Lunch/Dinner, Middle Eastern, Poultry, Traditions-Feasts

One of the more delicious chicken dishes published in recent times. The onions are the real surprise in the recipe as they cook quickly but are a wonderful foil to the chicken! Click here for: Blog post – A January Dinner Party

Salad With Shanklish Or Feta Cheese And Tomatoes And Onion

Robin Boyle March 25, 2018 1/5 - Very Easy, Lunch/Dinner, Middle Eastern, Nibbles & Finger Food, Salads, Vegetable

Whether you use shanklish cheese or feta, this traditional salad is also great served as a dip … it is almost addictive! Click here for: Blog post – We invite the neighbours in for nibbles!

Scorched Eggplant, Tuna And White Bean Dip – Smoky!

Robin Boyle August 4, 2016 2/5 - Not Difficult, Middle Eastern, Nibbles - Mezze, Snack/Supper

An extension of the baba ghanoush concept, this recipe includes blackened eggplant. However, there is no tahini but tuna and white beans instead! Click here for: Blog post – Scorched Eggplant, Tuna And White Bean Dip Recipe pdf – Scorched Eggplant, Tuna And White Bean Dip

Marinated Feta – Or Goat’s Cheese!

Robin Boyle June 27, 2016 1/5 - Very Easy, Cheese, Dinner, Home-Made, Lunch, Middle Eastern, Nibbles - Mezze, Preserves & Pickles

Jars of marinated feta and goat’s cheese can be bought in good food stores, but they are easy to produce at home. Click here for: Blog post – Made At Home – No. 1

Braised Eggs With Leek And Za’atar – Ottolenghi!

Robin Boyle June 27, 2016 2/5 - Not Difficult, Breakfast, Brunch, Eggs, Lunch, Middle Eastern

A tagine of leeks, spinach and eggs that works well for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Serve as the main dish or as part of a selection of dishes. Click here for: Blog post – Showing Friends Around – Part 5 Recipe pdf – Braised Eggs with Leek and Za’atar

Pita and Tortilla Chips – With garlic & herbs!

Robin Boyle June 24, 2016 2/5 - Not Difficult, Bread & Yeast, Casual, Finger Food, Middle Eastern, Nibbles - Mezze

Try crisping pita bread and tortillas for a more interesting option than a packet of crackers! Click here for: Blog post – Cracker Alternatives Recipe pdf – Pita and Tortilla Chips

Smoked Almond Hummus – With vincotto!

Robin Boyle June 24, 2016 2/5 - Not Difficult, Casual, Finger Food, Middle Eastern, Nibbles - Mezze

An interesting variation on Middle Eastern dips: this one is made from smoked almonds, chickpeas and tahini. Click here for: Blog post – Cracker Alternatives Recipe pdf – Smoked Almond Hummus

Broad Bean Dip – A colourful standout!

Robin Boyle June 24, 2016 2/5 - Not Difficult, Casual, Finger Food, Middle Eastern, Nibbles - Mezze, Vegetable

An interesting variation on Middle Eastern dips: this one is made from fresh broad beans. Click here for: Blog post – Cracker Alternatives Recipe pdf – Broad Bean Dip

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