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Ingredients

• olive oil
• halloumi cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
2. 2 Brush olive oil over both sides of each slice of halloumi cheese.
3. 3 Place halloumi directly on the grate and grill for 3 minutes; flip and grill 3 minutes more. Serve immediately.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Ingredients

• cucumber
• tomato
• onion
• lemon juice
• mint
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Mix cucumbers, tomato, onion, lemon juice, mint, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.

By Marianne

Ingredients

• paprika
• black pepper
• cumin
• coriander
• cinnamon
• clove
• cardamom
• star anise
• nutmeg
• chicken tender
• salt
• olive oil
• red onion

Instructions

1. 1 Combine sweet paprika, pepper, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, star anise, and nutmeg in a small bowl and stir to combine.
2. 2 Place chicken tenders on a plate and sprinkle one side with 2 teaspoons of the spice blend. Season with sea salt to taste. Turn tenders and sprinkle the other side with an additional 2 teaspoons of the spice blend; add salt to taste. Store remaining spice blend in an airtight container and reserve for another use.
3. 3 Heat a skillet over medium heat. Pour in olive oil once skillet is hot and heat until it shimmers. Carefully place chicken tenders into skillet one at a time, making sure they don't touch each other. Cook for 4 1/2 minutes, turn, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 4 1/2 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken from skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
4. 4 Add onion to the same skillet and cook until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Remove onion slices and drain on paper towel-lined plate. Serve onions with chicken.

By Bibi

Ingredients

• whole wheat bread
• ground lamb
• egg
• parsley
• garlic
• cumin
• mint
• allspice
• salt
• black pepper
• olive oil

Instructions

1. 1 Tear up bread slices into the bowl of a food processor; process into fine crumbs. Add ground lamb and egg; process until blended. Add parsley, garlic, cumin, mint, allspice, salt, and pepper; process until evenly combined.
2. 2 Roll lamb mixture into small meatballs.
3. 3 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches, turning occasionally until browned on all sides, 4 to 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon.

By Will

Ingredients

• grapeseed oil
• pita bread
• romaine lettuce
• green bell pepper
• roma tomato
• red onion
• cucumber
• feta cheese
• mint
• parsley
• olive oil
• lemon
• garlic
• greek seasoning
• sumac
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Heat grapeseed oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook and stir pita bread pieces in hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer bread pieces to a paper-towel lined plate.
2. 2 Stir romaine lettuce, tomato, red onion, cucumber, feta cheese, mint, and parsley together in a large bowl.
3. 3 Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Greek seasoning, sumac, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until completely combined. Pour olive oil mixture and pita bread pieces into lettuce mixture; toss to coat.

By daniellev14

Ingredients

• olive oil
• onion
• couscous
• water
• vegetable bouillon base
• cinnamon
• garam masala
• bay leaf
• cranberry
• broccoli
• almond
• salt
• black pepper
• parsley

Instructions

1. 1 Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add couscous and stir until light brown.
2. 2 Add water, bouillon, cinnamon, garam masala, and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes. Add cranberries, broccoli, and almonds, and allow to steam under the lid until softened, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley. Serve warm.

By Lenny

Ingredients

• saffron
• water
• all-purpose flour
• kosher salt
• turmeric
• black pepper
• onion powder
• garlic powder
• cod
• grapeseed oil
• orange
• orange
• lime

Instructions

1. 1 Crush saffron threads to a powder with a small mortar and pestle. Transfer to a small bowl and stir in boiling water. Cover and set aside.
2. 2 Mix flour, salt, turmeric, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder together on a large plate and spread in an even layer.
3. 3 Dry fish well with paper towels. Cut into 3-inch-long pieces and season with salt. Dredge fish in flour mixture until all sides are coated.
4. 4 Heat oil in a large pan over medium to medium-high heat. Add fish and fry on one side until nice and golden, about 7 minutes. Flip fish, drizzle saffron water over top, and fry the other side until golden and fish flakes easily with a fork, about 5 more minutes.
5. 5 Transfer fish to a serving platter. Drizzle orange juice over top and serve with orange and lime wedges.

By Naz Deravian

Ingredients

• butternut squash
• olive oil
• salt
• black pepper
• butter
• chicken breast
• moroccan spice mix
• orange juice
• apricot
• cranberry
• date
• almond sliver
• rice

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. 2 Place spiralized butternut squash in a bowl; add 1 tablespoon oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and transfer to a baking sheet.
3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, 7 to 10 minutes.
4. 4 Heat butter and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sprinkle both sides with Moroccan spice, salt, and pepper to taste. Cover pan and cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
5. 5 Add orange juice, apricots, cranberries, and dates to the same saute pan over medium heat. Cook and stir until orange juice thickens, 3 to 4 minutes. Add almonds and toss to coat. Remove topping from heat.
6. 6 Plate each portion with butternut squash, cooked rice, chicken, and topping.

By FSHELL

Ingredients

• cabbage
• celery rib
• dill
• cilantro
• banana pepper
• spinach
• yogurt
• all-purpose flour
• lemon
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Place cabbage, celery, dill, and cilantro in a large stockpot. Pour in enough water to barely cover. Bring to a boil; cook uncovered until cabbage and celery are just tender, about 10 minutes. Add banana peppers. Stir in spinach bit by bit, waiting for it to wilt between batches. Reduce heat to medium-low.
2. 2 Whisk yogurt and flour in a bowl. Add to the stockpot. Season with lemon juice and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until yogurt is hot but not boiling, 7 to 10 minutes.

By Sylvia

Ingredients

• olive oil
• onion
• long-grain rice
• vegetable broth
• saffron
• allspice
• pistachio
• butter
• pomegranate seed
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice and toast until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in hot vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Add saffron and allspice; reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes.
2. 2 Meanwhile, toast pistachios in a skillet over medium heat until nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
3. 3 Stir butter into cooked rice. Remove from the heat and mix in pistachios and pomegranate seeds. Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper.

By Afiyet_olson

Ingredients

• ground lamb
• panko bread crumb
• scallion
• mint
• advieh
• dill
• salt
• black pepper
• egg
• cooking spray
• pomegranate molasses

Instructions

1. 1 Combine lamb, bread crumbs, scallions, mint, advieh, dill, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add beaten eggs; knead by hand until smooth and sticky. Cover and refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 30 minutes.
2. 2 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
3. 3 Form the lamb mixture into 1-inch balls. Arrange on a rimmed baking sheet. Mist the tops with cooking spray.
4. 4 Broil in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Rotate the baking sheet and broil for 3 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
5. 5 Brush the meatballs with pomegranate molasses as soon as they come out of the oven.

By LauraF

Ingredients

• olive oil
• onion
• russet potato
• celery
• garlic
• cilantro
• salt
• cumin
• coriander
• cinnamon
• water
• brown lentil
• swiss chard
• lemon

Instructions

1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil in the pot. Add onion, potato, celery, and garlic; cook and stir until starting to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1/2 of the cilantro, salt, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon on top; stir until fragrant.
2. 2 Pour in water and lentils. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
3. 3 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in chard; cover soup and let sit until chard wilts, about 5 minutes. Uncover and stir in juice of 1 lemon.
4. 4 Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with remaining cilantro. Cut the second lemon into wedges and serve alongside.

By LauraF

Ingredients

• barberry
• swiss chard
• parsley
• cilantro
• dill
• green onion
• walnut
• garlic
• kosher salt
• fenugreek leaf
• tarragon
• turmeric
• cinnamon
• saffron
• damask rose petal
• black pepper
• egg
• olive oil
• olive oil

Instructions

1. 1 Soak barberries in water to cover for 10 minutes. Drain.
2. 2 Pulse Swiss chard, parsley, cilantro, and dill together in a food processor, working in batches, until finely chopped but not mushy. Place into a large bowl with barberries, walnuts, garlic, salt, fenugreek, tarragon, turmeric, cinnamon, saffron, rose petals, and black pepper. Stir to combine. Add 6 eggs and mix well to combine; the batter should have the consistency of thick yogurt or soft serve ice cream. If it doesn't, add more eggs, 1 at a time, and mix to combine.
3. 3 Heat 1/3 cup olive oil in a large (10- or 12-inch) nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Add batter and spread evenly. Cover with a lid and cook kookoo until oil starts to bubble along the sides, about 3 minutes. Cover and cook until it starts to set and the bottom is browned, 12 to 15 minutes.
4. 4 Cut the kookoo evenly into 4 large pieces and use a wide spatula to flip each piece over, 1 at a time. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil in between the cuts, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, uncovered, until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Cut into desired pieces and serve warm or at room temperature.

By Naz Deravian

Ingredients

• olive oil
• lemon juice
• salt
• pepper
• red potato
• garlic
• butter
• dukkah
• parsley

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. 2 Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
3. 3 Place potatoes and garlic cloves in an 11x13-inch baking dish; drizzle with olive oil mixture and toss to coat.
4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes.
5. 5 Combine butter and dukkah in a small bowl; brush on potatoes. Continue baking until potatoes are soft and golden, 10 to 15 minutes more. Season with salt; garnish with parsley.

By France Cevallos

Ingredients

• ground lamb
• onion
• parsley
• salt
• allspice
• black pepper
• vegetable oil
• potato
• salt
• garlic
• lemon
• water
• tahini
• salt
• black pepper
• olive oil

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. 2 Make lamb rolls: Combine lamb, onion, parsley, salt, allspice, and pepper in a large bowl. Roll meat into 2 1/2-inch-long pieces and arrange in a baking pan.
3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
4. 4 Make potatoes: While meat is cooking, heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add potatoes; fry in hot oil until lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt.
5. 5 Remove lamb from the oven; drain and discard any fat from meat. Leave the oven on.
6. 6 Make tahini sauce: Blend garlic, lemon juice, water, tahini, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth. Set sauce aside.
7. 7 Arrange potatoes on top of lamb in the baking dish and pour sauce on top. Drizzle with olive oil. Return the baking pan to the oven.
8. 8 Bake in the preheated oven until lamb is no longer pink and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 150 degrees F (65 degrees C), about 30 minutes more.

By leggett

Ingredients

• vegetable oil
• round steak
• onion
• parsley
• salt
• black pepper
• bread dough
• butter

Instructions

1. 1 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add steak pieces, onions, parsley, salt, and pepper and cook until steak is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
3. 3 Pat bread dough on a lightly floured surface into 4- to 5-inch rounds. Place about 2 tablespoons meat mixture on each dough round. Fold dough over the mixture to make a triangle. Pinch the edges of the dough together but make sure to leave the very center of the meat pie unsealed so steam can escape while cooking. Set on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough and meat mixture and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let rise for 10 minutes.
4. 4 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
5. 5 Bake fatayer in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 25 minutes.

By Russ Neimy

Ingredients

• eggplant
• olive oil
• red bell pepper
• onion
• garlic
• tomato
• tomato sauce
• salt
• black pepper
• parsley

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2. 2 Cut eggplants in half lengthwise, then cut each half into thirds, making 12 eggplant spears. Place on a baking sheet; brush with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
3. 3 Cook in the preheated oven until fork-tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
4. 4 Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium to large saucepan over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic: cook until onion becomes tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in chopped tomatoes; cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside to cool.
5. 5 Remove eggplants from the oven; cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer eggplants to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
6. 6 Slice each spear vertically using a knife and fork, being careful not to cut through the skin. Pry each pocket open; fill with 2 to 3 tablespoons tomato filling. Cover filled eggplant spears with tomato sauce.
7. 7 Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper; garnish with parsley.

By Chef Joanna

Ingredients

• flour
• oregano
• salt
• garlic powder
• onion powder
• herb seasoning
• black pepper
• cayenne pepper
• ground lamb

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. 2 Combine flour, oregano, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Add ground lamb and knead until thoroughly mixed together, about 3 minutes.
3. 3 Shape seasoned lamb mixture and place into a loaf pan; set on top of a baking sheet.
4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven, turning halfway to ensure even browning, for about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
5. 5 Wrap loaf in aluminum foil and let rest for about 10 minutes. Slice as thinly as possible to make doner kebab pieces.

By wakeylass

Ingredients

• bulgur wheat
• water
• onion
• salt
• basil
• black pepper
• ground beef
• ground lamb
• pine nut
• butter
• cherry tomato
• mint

Instructions

1. 1 Place bulgur into a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Let stand until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.
2. 2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3. 3 Stir 1/4 cup onion, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, basil, and pepper into softened bulgur. Add ground beef and 1/2 pound lamb; mix well. Divide mixture into two portions. Pat one portion over the bottom of a 12x7-inch baking dish.
4. 4 Place remaining portion onto waxed paper and pat into 12x7-inch rectangle on a piece of waxed paper; set aside.
5. 5 Cook and stir remaining 1/4 cup onion and 1/2 pound lamb in a skillet until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess grease from the skillet. Stir in pine nuts and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Spoon over meat layer in the baking dish.
6. 6 Invert the second meat layer over the filling; peel off and discard waxed paper. Score the top layer into diamond shapes by cutting diagonally in both directions, leaving about 3 inches between the cuts. Press a small dab of butter into the middle of each diamond.
7. 7 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Garnish with cherry tomatoes and mint.

By Russ Neimy

Ingredients

• chickpea
• onion
• garlic
• parsley
• scallion
• cilantro
• cumin
• kosher salt
• red pepper flakes
• all-purpose flour
• baking powder
• olive oil cooking spray

Instructions

1. 1 Dry chickpeas on paper towels. Place onions and garlic in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Add parsley, scallions, cilantro, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes. Process until blended, 30 to 60 seconds, then add the chickpeas and pulse 2 to 3 times until just blended, but not pureed. Sprinkle in flour and baking powder, scrape the sides of the bowl down with a spatula, and pulse 2 to 3 times.
2. 2 Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate, covered, 2 to 3 hours.
3. 3 Form the falafel mixture into 12 balls; if mixture is too sticky add some flour to your hands and your work surface.
4. 4 Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. Spray falafel with cooking spray.
5. 5 Cook in the preheated air fryer until golden brown, about 14 minutes, turning halfway through.

By Glenn6870

Ingredients

• zhug sauce
• chicken breast
• chicken leg
• chicken thigh
• artichoke
• lemon
• kalamata olive
• sun-dried tomato

Instructions

1. 1 Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons zhug sauce over each piece of chicken. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Remove from fridge about 30 minutes before cooking so chicken is at room temperature.
2. 2 Remover the outer leaves from artichokes to expose the core leaves and hearts. Cut artichokes into quarters. Put them into a bowl, cover with water, and add lemon juice. Mix artichokes around and set aside.
3. 3 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
4. 4 Place marinated chicken into a deep baking dish. Drain artichokes and add them around the chicken, pushing them down to keep them from being exposed and drying out. Top with olives and sun-dried tomatoes.
5. 5 Bake, uncovered, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By Buckwheat Queen

Ingredients

• basmati rice
• kosher salt
• saffron
• water
• roasted noodle
• grapeseed oil
• kosher salt
• potato
• water
• butter
• butter
• medjool date
• raisin
• cinnamon

Instructions

1. 1 Place rice in a medium bowl and cover with tepid water. Gently swish it around with your finger to activate the starches, then tip the bowl to drain water. Repeat this process until water runs clear, about 7 rinses. Cover rice with cold water, add 1/2 tablespoon salt, stir gently, and soak for 1 hour. Drain rice without rinsing.
2. 2 Crush saffron threads to a powder in a small mortar and pestle. Transfer to a small bowl with 2 tablespoons boiling water. Stir, cover, and set saffron water aside.
3. 3 Fill a 5-quart nonstick pot with 9 cups water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 3 tablespoons salt and stir until dissolved. Break roasted noodles into thirds and add to boiling water with rice. Stir once gently, and watch carefully as it cooks so water does not boil over. Taste water for salt and adjust accordingly. Cook until first rice grain pops up to the surface. Set a timer for 4 minutes and cook, scooping off any foam from the surface until the timer goes off. Test rice and continue to cook until tender on the outside but still firm to the bite on the inside, 6 to 8 minutes more.
4. 4 Drain rice and noodles in a colander and rinse quickly with lukewarm water and a spray faucet to rinse off extra starch. Taste and gently rinse again if too salty. Set aside to drain completely. Wash and dry the pot.
5. 5 Place the clean pot over medium heat. Add oil, 1 tablespoon saffron water, and a pinch of salt; swirl the pot until the bottom and lower sides are coated with the oil mixture. Tightly overlap potato slices in a single layer covering the bottom of the pot to create the tahdig layer.
6. 6 Gently scatter rice-noodle mixture over the tahdig in a pyramid shape, making sure potatoes are completely covered and moving noodles away from the sides of the pot. Gently poke the handle of a wooden spoon into rice and noodles a few times, being careful not to hit tahdig; this will allow steam to escape while cooking. Cover and cook until you see steam escaping from the sides of the lid and tahdig starts to set, about 10 minutes.
7. 7 Meanwhile, combine 1/4 cup boiling water with 2 tablespoons melted butter and remaining saffron water. Lay a kitchen towel out on a heatproof surface.
8. 8 Test tahdig by quickly tapping the side of the pot with a wooden spoon. When the pot sizzles, remove it from the heat. Remove the lid and place it on the kitchen towel, being careful that none of the condensation drips into the pot. Wrap the towel around the lid and secure the ends at the top by the handle so they will not hang near the heat source. Drizzle butter mixture over rice and cover with the towel-wrapped lid.
9. 9 Place a heat diffuser on a burner over low or medium-low heat and return the pot to the stove. Cook until crispy, rotating the pot a few times, about 35 minutes. Remove from the heat and place on a damp kitchen towel; let sit, uncovered, for 5 minutes so tahdig will release easily.
10. 10 Meanwhile, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add dates, raisins, and cinnamon; sprinkle with a little salt. Cook and stir until dates are glistening and soft, 3 to 5 minutes.
11. 11 Gently scatter rice on a platter and remove potato tahdig pieces and serve on the side. Sprinkle raisin-date sauce over top.

By Naz Deravian

Ingredients

• basmati rice
• beet
• garlic
• white sugar
• lemon
• dill
• tarragon
• kosher salt
• vegetable oil
• ground beef
• onion
• water
• beet
• chard leaf

Instructions

1. 1 Wash rice repeatedly in a large bowl of water until the water runs clear. Cover rice with fresh water and soak for 1 hour.
2. 2 Drain rice and mix with shredded beets, garlic, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1/2 of the lemon juice, dill, tarragon, and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
3. 3 Heat oil in a 6-quart stock pot over medium heat. Add beef and remaining salt. Cook and stir until beef is browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove browned beef from the pot with a slotted spoon, leaving the oil behind. Add onion; cook and stir until browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Add cubed beets and saute for another 5 minutes. Remove onion and beets from the pot and mix with the beef.
4. 4 Combine water, remaining lemon juice, and remaining sugar in a bowl to create sweet and sour water.
5. 5 Place 1 layer of chard leaves on the bottom of the pot. Add 1/2 of the rice mixture, followed by a second layer of chard leaves. Add 1/2 of the beef mixture, followed by a layer of chard leaves, and the remaining rice mixture. Add another layer of chard leaves, the remaining beef mixture, and a final topping of chard leaves. Pierce the chard leaf layers with a long and thin knife all the way to the bottom a few times so steam can escape. Pour the sweet and sour water over the top.
6. 6 Bring the pilaf to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Turn the heat to very low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 15 minutes before serving.

By Lynn A

Ingredients

• basmati rice
• kosher salt
• saffron
• water
• parsley
• cilantro
• dill
• chive
• dill
• grapeseed oil
• lavash bread
• garlic stalk
• water
• butter

Instructions

1. 1 Place rice in a medium bowl and cover with lukewarm water. Gently swish rice around with your finger to activate starches, then tip the bowl to drain water. Repeat this process until water runs clear, about 7 rinses. Cover rice with cold water, add 1 tablespoon salt, stir gently, and soak for 1 hour. Drain rice without rinsing.
2. 2 Crush saffron threads to a powder in a small mortar and pestle. Transfer to a small bowl with 2 tablespoons boiling water. Stir, cover, and set saffron water aside.
3. 3 Fill a 5-quart nonstick pot with 12 cups water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 4 tablespoons salt and stir until dissolved. Add rice, stir once gently, and watch carefully as it cooks so water does not boil over. Taste for salt and add more if needed. Cook rice until the first piece pops up to the surface. Set a timer for 4 minutes and cook, scooping off any foam from the surface, until the timer goes off. Test rice and continue to cook until tender on the outside but still firm to the bite on the inside, 6 to 8 minutes more.
4. 4 Drain rice in a colander and rinse quickly with lukewarm water and a spray faucet to rinse off extra starch. Taste rice and gently rinse again if too salty. Set aside to drain completely. Wash and dry the pot.
5. 5 Combine parsley, cilantro, fresh dill, chives, and dried dill in a large bowl. Gently stir in rice, taking care not to break grains.
6. 6 Place the clean pot over medium heat. Add oil, 1 tablespoon saffron water, and a pinch of salt; swirl the pot until the bottom and lower sides are coated with oil mixture. Trim or tear lavash bread and cover the bottom of the pot to create the tahdig layer.
7. 7 Gently scatter rice-herb mixture over the tahdig in a pyramid shape, making sure lavash is completely covered. Place garlic stalks on top at the outer edges of rice. Gently poke the handle of a wooden spoon into rice a few times, being careful not to hit the tahdig; this will allow steam to escape while cooking. Cover and cook until you see steam escaping from the sides of the lid and the tahdig starts to set, 10 to 13 minutes.
8. 8 Meanwhile, combine 1/4 cup boiling water, melted butter, and remaining saffron water in a small bowl. Lay a kitchen towel out on a heatproof surface.
9. 9 Test the tahdig by quickly tapping the side of the pot with a wooden spoon. When it sizzles, remove the pot from heat. Remove the lid and place it on the kitchen towel, being careful that none of the condensation drips into the pot. Wrap the towel around the lid and secure the ends at the top by the handle so they will not hang near the heat source. Drizzle butter mixture over rice and cover with the towel-wrapped lid.
10. 10 Place a heat diffuser on a burner over low or medium-low heat and return the pot to the stove. Cook until crispy, rotating the pot a few times, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat and place on a damp kitchen towel; let sit, uncovered, for 5 minutes so the tahdig will release easily.
11. 11 Serve rice on a platter, garnish with garlic stalks, and remove the tahdig whole or in pieces and serve on the side. Or, invert carefully but quickly (like a cake) onto a serving platter.

By Naz Deravian

Ingredients

• onion
• vegetable oil
• garlic
• lemon juice
• oregano
• paprika
• salt
• cumin
• worcestershire sauce
• lamb shoulder

Instructions

1. 1 Blend onion, vegetable oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, cumin, and Worcestershire sauce together in a blender until smooth and creamy to form marinade.
2. 2 Place lamb cubes in a large, resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade into the bag, making sure each piece is coated. Refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.

By Senad

Ingredients

• greek yogurt
• garlic
• lemon juice
• cinnamon
• oregano
• salt
• nutmeg
• clove
• chicken breast
• olive oil
• greek yogurt
• lemon juice
• garlic
• dill weed
• garlic powder
• salt
• romaine lettuce
• cucumber
• tomato
• pita bread

Instructions

1. 1 Combine Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cinnamon, oregano, salt, nutmeg, and cloves in a plastic container or resealable bag. Add chicken strips and shake until ingredients are evenly combined and chicken is well coated. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, up to overnight.
2. 2 When you are ready to make the sandwiches, heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add marinated chicken, and sear until golden brown on both sides and no longer pink in the centers, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness of the chicken pieces.
3. 3 While the chicken is cooking, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl or small resealable container, stir well to blend. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
4. 4 Once chicken is cooked and sauce is prepared, assemble sandwiches by dividing meat, lettuce, cucumber, and tomatoes between your pita. Add a generous smear of the yogurt sauce (to your taste preference).

By Rebekah Rose Hills

Ingredients

• olive oil
• lemon juice
• cumin
• coriander
• cardamom
• paprika
• turmeric
• cayenne pepper
• salt
• garlic
• chicken thigh
• tahini
• honey
• cooking spray
• onion
• romaine lettuce
• tomato
• cucumber

Instructions

1. 1 Combine olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, cardamom, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and garlic in a blender or small food processor. Pulse to combine.
2. 2 Measure 1/2 cup marinade into a bowl and set aside.
3. 3 Pour the remaining marinade into a 1-gallon resealable bag and add chicken thighs. Squeeze as much air out of the bag as possible, seal, and refrigerate, at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Chicken thighs should be in a single layer; turn the bag occasionally.
4. 4 Stir tahini and honey into the bowl with the reserved marinade, cover, and refrigerate until ready to make the salad.
5. 5 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and lightly oil a broiler pan.
6. 6 Place onion slices on the oiled pan, and set chicken thighs on top of the onion slices.
7. 7 Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn and continue roasting until chicken is longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 15 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Broil chicken thighs for 3 to 5 minutes for some caramelization, if desired.
8. 8 Remove chicken from the oven, tent with foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Slice each chicken thigh into 1/2- inch slices and coarsely chop cooked onion.
9. 9 Dress 4 salad plates with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Add chicken slices and chopped onions. Stir dressing, drizzle over each salad, and serve.

By Bibi

Ingredients

• butter
• ground beef
• salt
• allspice
• cinnamon
• black pepper
• chicken broth
• long grain white rice
• butter
• pine nut

Instructions

1. 1 Heat 1/4 cup butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and season with salt, allspice, cinnamon, and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 7 to 10 minutes.
2. 2 Stir chicken broth and rice into beef in the saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
3. 3 Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir pine nuts in hot butter until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
4. 4 Mix pine nuts into beef-rice mixture before serving.

By SGEORGE952

Ingredients

• chickpea
• onion
• parsley
• garlic
• egg
• cumin
• coriander
• salt
• lemon juice
• baking powder
• black pepper
• cayenne pepper
• bread crumb
• olive oil

Instructions

1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
2. 2 Mash chickpeas in a bowl using a masher. Combine mashed chickpeas, onions, parsley, and garlic in a blender; blend until smooth.
3. 3 Mix eggs, cumin, coriander, salt, lemon juice, baking powder, black pepper, and cayenne together in a bowl. Add chickpea mixture and mix together. Add bread crumbs slowly and combine using your hands until mixture will hold together when frying.
4. 4 Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Form mixture into twelve 3-inch diameter patties. Fry patties in hot oil until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side.

By Dani

Ingredients

• olive oil
• onion
• potato
• carrot
• tomato
• celery
• garlic
• salt
• cumin
• cinnamon
• allspice
• vegetable broth
• water
• red lentil
• lemon
• pita bread
• cooking spray
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. 2 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Heat olive oil in the pot. Add onion, potato, carrot, tomato, celery, and garlic; cook and stir until slightly softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle salt, cumin, cinnamon, and allspice over vegetables and stir until fragrant.
3. 3 Pour in broth, water, and lentils. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
4. 4 Meanwhile, spread pita squares on a lined baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray and season with salt.
5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, about 8 minutes.
6. 6 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Puree soup using an immersion blender. Stir in juice of 1 lemon.
7. 7 Divide soup among bowls and scatter a handful of pita chips over each. Cut second lemon into wedges and serve alongside.

By LauraF