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Egyptian Koshari
Dinner Middle Eastern

Egyptian Koshari

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine the lentils and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat for 25 minutes. Add the rice to the lentils, and continue to simmer for an additional 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  2. 2 Fill a separate saucepan with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned. Pour in the tomatoes and season with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 10 to 20 minutes.
  4. 4 In a large serving dish, stir together the lentils, rice and macaroni. Mix in the tomato sauce until evenly coated.

By Liz York

Air Fried Falafel
Dinner Middle Eastern

Air Fried Falafel

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
150 min

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

Shawarma Marinade for Chicken
Dinner Middle Eastern

Shawarma Marinade for Chicken

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Zest lemons until you have 1 tablespoon zest. Juice both lemons.
  2. 2 Combine lemon zest and juice with olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, pepper flakes, salt, turmeric, pepper, and cinnamon in a glass jar. Seal jar with a lid and shake vigorously to combine.

By Bibi

Pasanday (Pakistani Beef Pot Roast)
Dinner Middle Eastern

Pasanday (Pakistani Beef Pot Roast)

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine yogurt, salt, red pepper flakes, ginger garlic paste, cumin, cloves, and turmeric in a medium bowl. Mix in beef until evenly coated. Set aside for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Fry onion until golden brown. Remove 1 tablespoon onion and set aside for garnish. Reduce heat to low. Place meat in skillet, cover, and cook until tender, about 25 minutes. Check every 10 minutes, and add water if necessary.
  3. 3 Pour in lemon juice and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Garnish with cilantro, green chiles, and reserved fried onion.

By SRECIPE

Aush (Afghani Chili)
Dinner Middle Eastern

Aush (Afghani Chili)

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
190 min
Total
205 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; remove beef with a slotted spoon to a large pot, reserving drippings in the skillet. Cook and stir onion in reserved drippings until golden brown; remove with a slotted spoon and add to beef in the pot. Stir tomatoes with juice, garlic, red pepper, cumin, chili powder, mint, garam masala, garbanzo beans, and spinach into beef mixture; simmer over low heat for 3 to 6 hours.
  2. 2 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat; stir in fettuccini and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well; stir pasta into the chili along with sour cream. Serve hot.

By Bonnie C

Lebanese Chicken Shawarma
Dinner Middle Eastern

Lebanese Chicken Shawarma

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
505 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, tomato paste, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl. Mix in chicken strips. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to marinate, 8 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  3. 3 Remove chicken from the bowl and arrange in a single layer on a broiling pan. Discard excess marinade.
  4. 4 Broil chicken, turning once, until juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By Christopher Walters

Menemen
Breakfast Middle Eastern

Menemen

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, chiles, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until onions are soft and translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, with their juices, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until tomatoes are softened, 4 to 6 minutes.
  2. 2 Add eggs to the skillet, tilting the skillet until eggs cover skillet completely. Do not mix. Cook until eggs are set, 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Top with basil and feta cheese.

By Yoly

Kubbe
Appetizer Middle Eastern

Kubbe

4.3

Prep
45 min
Cook
45 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place bulgur in a large bowl. Stir in the flour, 6 tablespoons of vegetable oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and cumin. Gradually mix in the cup of water to make a stiff but not crumbly dough. Knead for a few minutes to fully bind the ingredients. If it is too mushy, let it sit for a while, and the bulgur will absorb some of the water.
  2. 2 For the filling: Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until browned. Remove from the skillet. Crumble the ground beef into the skillet, and cook until evenly browned, stirring frequently. Drain excess grease. Season with allspice, salt, and cinnamon, and stir in the cooked onions and pine nuts. Allow to cool enough to handle.
  3. 3 Form the dough into walnut-sized balls. Press your thumb into the ball while it is enclosed in your other hand to form a tube. The cylinder should be about 2 inches long, and the thinner the walls are, the better they will cook. Fill the cavity with as much of the meat mixture as you can, then seal the end to form a torpedo shape. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. At this point, the kubbe may be frozen. Freeze on baking sheets, then transfer to freezer bags when solid.
  4. 4 Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). If the oil is not hot enough, the kubbe will fall apart. Carefully place the kubbe into the hot oil, and fry until nicely browned, about 1 minute. Remove with tongs to paper towels to drain. Serve with tahini.

By Cindy

Green Shakshuka
Breakfast Middle Eastern

Green Shakshuka

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a grill pan over medium-low heat. Brush both sides of each bread slice with some of the olive oil. Grill both sides of bread until crispy and grill marks are evident, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  2. 2 Heat remaining oil with butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until butter is melted. Add leek, 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes, and a good pinch of salt. Cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add zucchini and green onions, then season with salt and pepper. Stir and continue to cook for 3 minutes. Add spinach; season with more salt and pepper. Cover the skillet and let spinach cook down until wilted. Stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice; continue to cook for 1 minute more.
  3. 3 Make 4 small wells in the skillet and carefully crack an egg into each one. Season each egg with salt, pepper, and remaining pepper flakes. Cover the pan and cook until whites have set and yolks are at desired doneness, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Place the skillet on a wire cooling rack. Garnish with feta cheese, chives, and cilantro.
  5. 5 To serve, place one egg and green shakshuka over a grilled piece of toast, along with some sliced avocado and additional chives and cilantro.

By Jonathan Charbz

Baked Chicken Shawarma
Dinner Middle Eastern

Baked Chicken Shawarma

4.8

Prep
25 min
Cook
35 min
Total
180 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, lemon zest, coriander, pepper flakes, salt, pepper, turmeric, and cinnamon in a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag and gently squeeze until ingredients are well blended. Add chicken thighs, coat with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag again. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. 2 Set a rack in the center of the oven and another about 6 inches from the broiler. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a 12x18-inch sheet pan.
  3. 3 Spread onion slices onto the prepared sheet pan, then place marinated chicken thighs on top; keep as much marinade on each thigh as possible. Discard any remaining marinade.
  4. 4 Bake on the center rack of the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Turn on the broiler and move the sheet pan to the upper rack. Broil until a light char develops, 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

By Bibi

Veggie Bulgur Salad (Kisir)
Salad Middle Eastern

Veggie Bulgur Salad (Kisir)

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place bulgur in a bowl; stir in boiling water. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in chopped onion; cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Drain bulgur and return it to the bowl. Add cooked onion, chopped tomatoes, cucumber, green and red bell peppers, green onions, parsley, mint, and red pepper flakes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, and pomegranate molasses. Toss gently until the salad is thoroughly combined. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until serving.

By ahilgaz

Turkish Fish Stew
Dinner Middle Eastern

Turkish Fish Stew

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil and stir in couscous. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and sauté onion and green pepper about 5 minutes, until tender. Mix in garlic, and continue to cook and stir, about 2 minutes. Mix in artichoke hearts with reserved liquid, capers with reserved liquid, and olives. Stir in tomatoes, wine, lemon juice, and 1 cup water (or enough to attain desired thickness). Season with sumac powder, red pepper, basil, cumin, ginger, and pepper.
  3. 3 Bring mixture to a boil and mix in fish chunks. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, or until fish is easily flaked with a fork. Serve over couscous.

By Randall Shillman

Afghan Beef Raviolis (Mantwo)
Dinner Middle Eastern

Afghan Beef Raviolis (Mantwo)

4.3

Prep
45 min
Cook
85 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a small bowl, stir together yogurt, mint, and garlic. Refrigerate.
  2. 2 In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onions until meat is browned, stirring occasionally to crumble; drain fat. Stir in 1 cup water, carrot, salt, black pepper, 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin; simmer uncovered for 30 minutes or until water evaporates.
  3. 3 Lay out wonton wrappers on aluminum foil. Mound two large spoonfuls of beef mixture in the center of one wrapper. Dip a finger in water and trace it around all four edges. Lay a second wonton wrapper on top of the first, and press on all edges to seal. Roll up the edges to create a round, hat-shaped ravioli. Repeat, making 13 ravioli.
  4. 4 Place ravioli in steamer and steam 40 minutes.
  5. 5 Meanwhile, mix together the yellow split peas, 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, chicken bouillon, and 1 1/2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium-low heat for about 45 minutes, or until it reaches a thick slurry-like consistency.
  6. 6 Meanwhile, in the large skillet, mix remaining beef mixture with 2 tablespoons water, tomato paste, and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Simmer over low heat until liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes.
  7. 7 To serve, spread yogurt on a serving plate. Top with ravioli, and top again with split pea mixture. Finally, top with tomato and beef mixture. Serve immediately.

By amanda1432

Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce
Dinner Middle Eastern

Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Coat a 9x13-inch metal baking pan with cooking spray and 1 tablespoon olive oil and place inside the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). C
  2. 2 Combine chickpeas, onion, cilantro, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes, and baking powder in a food processor. Pulse until minced but not yet pasty. Transfer to a bowl and stir in flour and egg until fully incorporated.
  3. 3 Remove baking pan from the oven. Drop golfball-sized portions of chickpea mixture onto the hot pan.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven 15 to 20 minutes. Brush falafel with remaining olive oil and flip over. Continue baking until golden on both sides, 15 to 20 minutes more.
  5. 5 Meanwhile, combine yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and cayenne pepper. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  6. 6 Serve falafel with yogurt sauce.

By Wyome

Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Raita
Dinner Middle Eastern

Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Raita

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 At least 2 hours ahead, or up to 8 hours ahead, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, coriander, pepper flakes, turmeric, salt, pepper, and cinnamon in a bowl. Stir ingredients well and add chicken pieces. Cover and refrigerate. Stir chicken pieces and marinade about every 2 hours.
  2. 2 About 30 minutes prior to grilling, make the raita by mixing yogurt, cucumber, onion, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to make the wraps.
  3. 3 Preheat an outdoor gas grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  4. 4 Place chicken pieces in a single layer onto the oiled grate, and grill until no longer pink in the center, the juices run clear, and both sides are brown, 6 to 8 minutes per side. Timing will depend on the thickness of the chicken thighs and the distance of the grates to the heat. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Place grilled chicken on a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil. Allow chicken to rest 5 to 10 minutes, then cut into thin slices.
  6. 6 To assemble the wraps, divide ingredients evenly: Place chicken slices in the center of each naan bread. Top with shredded lettuce, onion rings, and tomato slices; spoon raita on top.
  7. 7 Wrap each naan around the sandwich ingredients, and serve.

By Bibi

Firecracker Crackers
Appetizer

Firecracker Crackers

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
550 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk canola oil, crushed red pepper flakes, ranch dressing mix, and chili powder together in a bowl.
  2. 2 Divide crackers evenly into two 1-gallon-sized sealable bags. Pour oil mixture evenly over crackers; seal the bags and flip to allow oil mixture to run over the crackers for 5 minutes; flip again. Repeat the flipping every five minutes to evenly coat the crackers for about 1 hour.
  3. 3 Remove crackers from the bags and spread onto large platters. Allow to sit, 8 hours to overnight before serving.

By DOEYE

Spicy Brussels Sprout Chips
Appetizer

Spicy Brussels Sprout Chips

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place a rack in the top third of the oven. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Mix together olive oil, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl to make sauce.
  3. 3 Trim stems of Brussels sprouts to release outermost leaves, about 5 leaves from each sprout. Reserve cores to roast another time. Place leaves in sauce in the bowl, tossing with your fingers until leaves are evenly coated. Spread leaves on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. 4 Roast leaves in the preheated oven until wilted and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Transfer any crispy leaves to a serving plate; continue roasting, removing crispy leaves every 5 minutes, until all leaves are crispy, about 10 minutes more.

By Matt Wencl

Pasta e Olio
Dinner

Pasta e Olio

4.3

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large pot with boiling salted water cook spaghetti pasta until al dente. Drain.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, in a large skillet over low heat saute garlic, parsley, and red pepper flakes with olive oil . Cook until garlic turns golden in color, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Toss pasta with garlic mixture and butter or margarine. Serve warm.

By MARBALET

Spinach Ziti
Dinner

Spinach Ziti

4.2

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot filled with salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook until tender but still firm, about 12 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, in a medium sized non-reactive pan, combine tomatoes and hot pepper flakes. Warm over medium-low heat, breaking up tomatoes if necessary.
  3. 3 Drain pasta and return to hot pan. Add spinach, cream cheese and nutmeg. Cook, stirring, over low heat until spinach wilts, 1-2 minutes. Pour tomato sauce over spinach ziti. Stir and toss gently to mix.

By Sue H.

Pan-Fried Broccoli
Dinner American

Pan-Fried Broccoli

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse thawed broccoli and pat dry.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute. Add broccoli and sauté until it starts to get crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt to serve.

By R TJCS

Kid-Friendly Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Dinner

Kid-Friendly Grilled Pork Tenderloin

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
60 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix sugar, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl. Rub mixture over all sides of pork tenderloin. Let sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before grilling.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for low heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Place pork on the grill and cook low and slow, turning every 10 minutes, until all sides have been cooked, about 30 minutes. Brush with barbecue sauce and repeat every 10 minutes, for about 30 minutes more. Pork is ready when slightly pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 1 hour total cooking time.
  4. 4 Remove pork from grill and let sit an additional 5 minutes.

By picky_eaters_mom

Simple Arrabbiata Sauce

Simple Arrabbiata Sauce

4.4

Prep
5 min
Cook
40 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine tomatoes, olive oil, and red pepper flakes in a large saucepan. Simmer until sauce is thickened, 30 to 40 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in garlic and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in basil, salt, and pepper.

By Rick Ogg

Honey-Soy Grilled Pork Chops
Dinner

Honey-Soy Grilled Pork Chops

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
515 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes together in a large bowl and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add pork chops, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 Remove pork chops from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  3. 3 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  4. 4 Cook the pork chops on the preheated grill until seared and no longer pink in the center, about 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

By George P Cooper

Sweet and Spicy Fig Compote

Sweet and Spicy Fig Compote

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat figs, red wine, sugar, honey, red pepper flakes, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until wine is reduced and thickened, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

By hello angie

Slow-Cooked Garlic Confit
Pantry French

Slow-Cooked Garlic Confit

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
90 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  2. 2 Peel garlic cloves and place into a small 2-cup baking dish or large ramekin. Sprinkle with salt and red pepper flakes. Drizzle with oil, ensuring all cloves are covered. Cover dish with foil.
  3. 3 Bake in the oven until garlic cloves are soft and just starting to brown around the edges, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Do not overcook, as garlic will become bitter.
  4. 4 Transfer garlic cloves to a clean jar. Cover lightly with oil. Seal lid and refrigerate; use within 3 to 5 days.

By France Cevallos