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This Middle Eastern baharat beef and sweet potato skillet is the kind of weeknight dinner that makes you feel like you really have your life together. Warmly spiced ground beef with fragrant baharat, tender sweet potato and a handful of simple ingredients that come together in one pan in under 30 minutes. Big, bold flavour with minimal washing up. Save this recipe for busy weeknights when you want something that tastes genuinely special without spending hours in the kitchen. It never disappoints!

Middle Eastern Baharat Beef with Sweet Potato Skillet

This Middle Eastern baharat beef and sweet potato skillet is warmly spiced, deeply satisfying and on the table in under 30 minutes. So good!

4 months ago
These crispy smashed potatoes with garlic yoghurt sauce are the side dish that always steals the show. Boiled until tender, smashed flat and roasted until golden and crunchy at the edges with a fluffy centre, then served with a cool, tangy garlic yoghurt that takes the whole thing to another level entirely. Simple ingredients, incredible results. Save this recipe for your next roast dinner, barbecue, or any time you need a side dish that people will genuinely talk about long after the meal is done.

Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Garlic Yoghurt Sauce

These crispy smashed potatoes with garlic yoghurt sauce are dangerously good. Crunchy, fluffy and utterly addictive. A guaranteed crowd pleaser!

4 months ago
This brown rice tabbouleh recipe is a hearty, gluten-free spin on the traditional Middle Eastern salad. Nutty brown rice replaces bulgur for extra fiber and a satisfying bite, while fresh parsley, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a bright lemon dressing bring all the classic flavors you love. Perfect as a side dish, light lunch, or part of a mezze platter, this salad is both nourishing and delicious. Let me show you how easy it is to make this wholesome favorite!

Brown Rice Tabbouleh

Brown rice tabbouleh is my hearty twist on a classic. It’s fresh, zesty, and filling enough to be more than just a side.

11 months ago
This saffron rice recipe is a simple yet elegant side dish that brings a touch of luxury to any table. The delicate aroma of saffron infuses every grain with warmth and flavor, creating a golden, fluffy rice that pairs beautifully with almost anything. It’s easy to prepare, comforting, and perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Let me guide you through making this fragrant dish that always impresses!

Saffron Rice

I make this saffron rice when I want to feel a bit fancy. It’s golden, fragrant, and makes even plain chicken feel like a feast.

3 years ago
This roasted garlic yoghurt dip is a simple yet flavorful recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Sweet, caramelized garlic blends into creamy yoghurt for a dip that’s rich, tangy, and irresistibly smooth. It’s ideal for pairing with fresh veggies, warm pita, or as a spread for sandwiches. Quick to make and full of wholesome goodness, this dip is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Let me show you how easy it is to create this delicious, versatile favorite at home!

Roasted Garlic Yoghurt Sauce

This roasted garlic yoghurt sauce is creamy, mellow, and magic on everything. I put it on veg, lamb, toast… sometimes just a spoon.

3 years ago
This Shirazi salad recipe is a refreshing Persian classic made with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and tangy red onion, all tossed in a simple lemon and olive oil dressing. Light, vibrant, and full of flavor, it’s the perfect side dish for grilled meats, rice dishes, or as a healthy snack on its own. Quick to prepare and bursting with freshness, this salad is a staple you’ll want to make again and again. Let me show you how easy it is to create this bright, zesty favorite!

Persian Shirazi Salad

This Shirazi salad is crisp, fresh, and zippy. I make it on hot days when I want something light but still full of flavour.

3 years ago
This quinoa tabbouleh recipe is a light, refreshing twist on the traditional Middle Eastern salad. Packed with fluffy quinoa, fresh parsley, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a bright lemon dressing, it’s naturally gluten-free and full of flavor. Perfect as a side dish, a healthy lunch, or part of a mezze spread, this salad is both nourishing and delicious. Let me show you how easy it is to make this vibrant, wholesome favorite at home!

Quinoa Tabbouleh

This quinoa tabbouleh is fresh, zesty, and a bit smug. It’s what I make when I want to feel healthy without giving up carbs.

3 years ago
Lemon Dukkah Seasoning is zesty, nutty, and full of bold, aromatic flavour – a fragrant blend of toasted nuts, seeds, spices, and dried lemon peel that adds crunch and brightness to any dish. I love sprinkling it over hummus, roasted vegetables, or poached eggs for an instant flavour lift. It’s earthy, citrusy, and endlessly versatile – the perfect way to bring a little Middle Eastern flair to everyday meals.

Lemon Dukkah Seasoning

This lemon dukkah is zesty, nutty, and completely addictive. I sprinkle it on everything from eggs to roast veg to avo toast.

4 years ago
Persian Baked Kofta with Tangy Tomato Sauce is fragrant, hearty, and full of rich spice – tender meatballs seasoned with cumin, cinnamon, and herbs, then baked in a bright, zesty tomato sauce infused with garlic and lemon. The slow bake lets the flavours meld beautifully, making every bite juicy and bold. I love serving it with fluffy rice or warm flatbread to soak up the sauce. It’s soulful, satisfying, and easy to make ahead.

Persian Baked Kofta with Tangy Tomato Sauce

These Persian baked kofta in tangy tomato sauce are rich, spiced, and comforting – the kind of dish that warms you right through.

6 years ago
A tasty baba ganoush recipe, made with roasted eggplants, tahini and lemon juice, my recipe for this classic vegetarian and vegan Middle Eastern and Mediterranean mezze dip is the easiest, and tastiest you’ll find with gorgeously roasted aubergines. Babaganouj, baba ghanoush, baba ghanouj recipe #vegetarian #vegan #recipe #dips #spreads

Baba Ghanoush

This baba ghanoush is silky, smoky, and utterly addictive. I scoop it up with warm flatbread and never leave a drop behind.

6 years ago
My Mediterranean lamb salad is as flavoursome as it is colourful. Bursting with flavours of the Mediterranean, with caramelised onions, minty yoghurt dressing, and salty feta bringing all these gorgeous flavours together for a wonderfully bright and delicious salad perfect for spring and summer. If you need a new salad recipe for summer, this gorgeous lamb salad has everything you need. #dinner #salad #recipe #recipes

Mediterranean Lamb Salad

This Mediterranean lamb salad with quinoa is fresh, hearty, and full of flavour – the kind of salad that feels like a proper meal.

6 years ago
Za’atar spice mix seasoning recipe - Zatar and Za’atar is a Middle Easern condiment and spice mix great for addin atoch of spice and flavour to your dishes. #middleeastern #glutenfree #dairyfree #spicerub #spicemix #recipe #dinnerideas

Za’atar Seasoning

A tangy seasoning straight from the Middle East sure to add an extra bit of spice to your meal.

7 years ago
This easy homemade hummus recipe is one of those things that genuinely takes minutes but tastes like you really know what you are doing in the kitchen. Silky smooth, perfectly seasoned, and made with just a handful of simple ingredients, it is so far ahead of anything you will find in a tub at the supermarket. Serve it as a dip, spread it through wraps, or spoon it alongside grilled meats and roasted veg. Save this recipe and make a big batch because it disappears faster than you would think!

Easy Homemade Hummus

This easy homemade hummus recipe is creamy, smooth and so much better than anything from a tub. Once you make your own, there is no going back!

7 years ago
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