Middle-Eastern Recipes

Browse our collection of 18 recipe(s) tagged with "middle-eastern"

5-Ingredient Pomegranate Molasses Lamb Shanks
5-Ingredient Pomegranate Molasses Lamb Shanks
165 min 4 servings Main Dishes

Slow-braised lamb shanks in a rich pomegranate molasses sauce that falls off the bone. This Middle Eastern-inspired dish transforms tough cuts into melt-in-your-mouth tenderness with minimal effort.

5-Ingredient Za'atar Roasted Chicken Breasts
5-Ingredient Za'atar Roasted Chicken Breasts
35 min 4 servings Main Dishes

Juicy chicken breasts infused with aromatic za'atar spice blend and roasted to golden perfection. This Middle Eastern-inspired dish proves that simple seasonings can create extraordinary flavors.

5-Ingredient Harissa Roasted Cauliflower Steaks
5-Ingredient Harissa Roasted Cauliflower Steaks
45 min 4 servings Main Dishes

Thick cauliflower steaks roasted with spicy harissa paste until golden and caramelized. This stunning vegetarian main dish proves that simple ingredients can create extraordinary flavors with minimal effort.

Middle Eastern Semolina Halva Bars with Sesame Seeds and Pistachios
Middle Eastern Semolina Halva Bars with Sesame Seeds and Pistachios
50 min 16 servings Desserts

Traditional Middle Eastern halva transformed into easy-to-serve bars featuring toasted semolina, fragrant tahini, and crunchy pistachios - a uniquely delicious dessert with exotic flavors.

Saffron Orange Blossom Crème Brûlée Bars
Saffron Orange Blossom Crème Brûlée Bars
75 min 16 servings Desserts

Luxurious crème brûlée transformed into convenient bar form, infused with aromatic saffron and delicate orange blossom water, topped with a crispy caramelized sugar crust. These elegant desserts bring restaurant-quality sophistication to easy serving.

Turkish Spiced Lentil & Quinoa Soup
Turkish Spiced Lentil & Quinoa Soup
50 min 6 servings Soups

A hearty, protein-packed soup featuring red lentils and quinoa seasoned with warm Turkish spices like cumin, paprika, and sumac. This nutritious bowl combines traditional Middle Eastern flavors with modern superfoods for a satisfying, healthy meal.

Saffron Orange Blossom Panna Cotta Bars
Saffron Orange Blossom Panna Cotta Bars
35 min 16 servings Desserts

Elegant panna cotta bars infused with luxurious saffron and delicate orange blossom water, set in convenient bar form for easy serving. These sophisticated desserts combine creamy Italian technique with exotic Middle Eastern flavors.

Keto Turkish Lamb Kofta with Mint Yogurt Sauce
Keto Turkish Lamb Kofta with Mint Yogurt Sauce
40 min 6 servings Main Dishes

These aromatic Turkish lamb kofta are packed with warm spices and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection and served with a cooling mint yogurt sauce and grilled vegetables for an authentic Middle Eastern feast with just 4g net carbs per serving.

Pistachio Cardamom Cream Puffs
Pistachio Cardamom Cream Puffs
75 min 12 servings Desserts

These delicate choux pastry puffs are filled with a luxurious pistachio-cardamom cream and dusted with powdered sugar, creating an elegant dessert that combines French technique with exotic Middle Eastern flavors.

Cardamom Pistachio Coffee Cake Bars
Cardamom Pistachio Coffee Cake Bars
65 min 16 servings Baking

These aromatic coffee cake bars feature the warm, floral notes of cardamom paired with rich pistachios in a tender cake base, topped with a crunchy streusel that makes them perfect for morning coffee or afternoon tea.

Pan-Seared Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Bell Peppers
Pan-Seared Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Bell Peppers
75 min 6 servings Main Dishes

These vibrant stuffed peppers combine the aromatic spices of traditional chicken shawarma with tender bell peppers and fragrant rice, creating a healthy, colorful meal that brings Middle Eastern flavors to a classic comfort food format.

Pistachio Rosewater Crumble Bars
Pistachio Rosewater Crumble Bars
60 min 16 servings Desserts

These exotic and elegant bars combine the nutty richness of pistachios with the delicate floral notes of rosewater in a tender shortbread base topped with a golden crumble, creating a sophisticated dessert with Middle Eastern flair.

Crispy Fried Cauliflower with Lemon-Tahini Sauce
Crispy Fried Cauliflower with Lemon-Tahini Sauce
45 min 6 servings Appetizers

Golden, crispy cauliflower florets served with a creamy lemon-tahini sauce. This Middle Eastern-inspired appetizer is both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Tzatziki Sauce
Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Tzatziki Sauce
50 min 6 servings Main Dishes

These aromatic chicken shawarma wraps bring the authentic flavors of the Middle East to your kitchen with perfectly spiced marinated chicken, cool creamy tzatziki, and fresh vegetables all wrapped in warm pita bread.

5-Ingredient Lebanese Shawarma Chicken
5-Ingredient Lebanese Shawarma Chicken
40 min 4 servings Main Dishes

Authentic Lebanese shawarma chicken with warm Middle Eastern spices and tender marinated meat, recreating the beloved street food experience at home with simple ingredients.

5-Ingredient Turkish Lamb Doner Kebab
5-Ingredient Turkish Lamb Doner Kebab
35 min 4 servings Main Dishes

Authentic Turkish-style lamb doner kebab with aromatic spices and tender meat, recreating the beloved street food experience at home with just five simple ingredients.

Spicy Shakshuka Stuffed Pancake Boats
Spicy Shakshuka Stuffed Pancake Boats
55 min 4 servings Breakfast

Creative breakfast fusion combining fluffy pancakes shaped into boats and filled with spicy shakshuka - eggs poached in aromatic tomato sauce with peppers and warming spices.

Mediterranean Lamb Kofta Pita Wraps
Mediterranean Lamb Kofta Pita Wraps
30 min 4 servings Main Dishes

Succulent spiced lamb kofta wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and tangy yogurt sauce. These Middle Eastern-inspired wraps bring authentic Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table in under 30 minutes.

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