The national soup of Morocco, this harira recipe is a total flavor explosion. It's no wonder it's such a popular soup, it's downright amazing and will WOW your taste buds! I've teamed up with Lindsay to bring you this post Once upon a time I had plans to publish my … Continue reading →
Authentic Falafel
With a fabulous flavor and texture, these authentic falafel are not only highly nutritious, they're incredibly delicious! Naturally vegetarian, vegan and gluten free. We're confident you'll agree this is the BEST falafel recipe! If you're not already familiar with … Continue reading →
Membrillo (Sweet Quince Paste)
Popular throughout many countries, membrillo (aka, quince paste or quince cheese) is incredibly versatile and one of the most delicious confections you've ever tasted! The quince fruit has been prized since ancient times and up until around the early 19th century was … Continue reading →
Pickled Turnips
Pickling is a method of preservation that dates back to Neolithic times around 7000 BC. During this anaerobic fermentation process strange and wonderful things happen that transform the original product into something quite different. And very healthy with all those … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken Salad
Thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post and to my readers for supporting the brands that help make The Daring Gourmet possible! Moroccan food is just downright delicious. It's considered among the most diverse cuisines in the world, the reason being that for … Continue reading →
Roasted Pumpkin Hummus
Thank you to Food Should Taste Good for sponsoring this post! Robust and flavorful and perfectly creamy, this Roasted Pumpkin Hummus is simply out of this world! Let me tell you, this pumpkin hummus ROCKS! I didn't get to eat as much of it as I would have liked, … Continue reading →
Kusksu (Libyan Couscous with Spicy Beef and Vegetables)
The national dish of Libya is couscous, commonly prepared like this, with stewed beef, sweet potatoes, carrots and garbanzo beans in a spicy hararat tomato sauce. It's a warming, hearty, comfort dish featuring a delicious blend of Middle Eastern spices. Couscous is … Continue reading →
Spicy Moroccan Veggie Burgers
The name doesn't begin to capture all the deliciousness that's in these burgers. Layers and layers of flavors and a great texture, these burgers are simply amazing! So good in fact that you'll never miss the meat! If you've never been much of a veggie burger fan (myself … Continue reading →
Preserved Lemon Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
Fresh and vibrant in flavor, this sauce is fantastic with grilled meats, on burgers, and in wraps! … Continue reading →
Spiced Chicken Kabobs with Tahini Yogurt Sauce
Juicy chicken breast is marinated in a potpourri of savory spices, grilled with a variety of vegetables, and then slathered with a mouthwatering yogurt tahini sauce that is accented with preserved lemon and mint. Heavenly! … Continue reading →
PERFECT Homemade Hummus Recipe
This homemade hummus recipe beats anything you'll ever buy in the store. Rich in flavor, luxuriously creamy and super easy to make, you're going to love it! A widely popular dip, hummus is not only delicious, it's super healthy. This homemade hummus recipe is made … Continue reading →
BEST Easy Homemade Tahini
This homemade tahini recipe is so quick and easy to make, is less expensive than store-bought, and tastes WAY better! Make a double batch while you're at it and store it in your fridge for whenever you need it! The scenario you're all familiar with: Really in the … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives (Djej Makalli)
One of the most renowned and popular dishes in Morocco, Djej Makalli combines two staple ingredients of Moroccan cuisine: Preserved lemons and olives. The chicken is marinated in flavorful spices then slow-simmered in a sauce that will make your taste buds sing. … Continue reading →
How To Make Preserved Lemons (A Moroccan/Middle Eastern Specialty)
Unlock one of the secrets of Moroccan and Middle Eastern cuisine and discover how preserved lemons transform a dish into something indescribably exquisite! … Continue reading →
Curried Couscous Salad
A healthy and satisfying couscous salad with a wonderful flavor and packed full of healthy ingredients. Quick to assemble, it's perfect for taking to work for lunch or enjoying as a versatile side dish. … Continue reading →
Baharat (Middle Eastern Spice Blend)
Baharat, Arabic for “spice”, is a special an all-purpose spice blend widely used in Middle Eastern cuisine. Just a pinch of it adds depth and flavor to sauces, soups, grains, vegetables, stews and meat. Middle Eastern food is phenomenal. Those of you who have taken the … Continue reading →
Harissa (Tunisian Chili Paste)
Harissa is a fiery Tunisian chili paste that is also commonly used in Moroccan cooking. It’s comprised of dried chiles, olive oil, garlic and spices. It’s easy to make and I like to make my own because the flavors are so much fresher and more vibrant than store-bought … Continue reading →
Chicken Machboos (Bahraini Spiced Chicken and Rice)
Chicken Machboos, or Machboos ala Dajaj ("spiced chicken and rice"), is the national dish of Bahrain, a small island country in the Persian Gulf neighbored by Saudi Arabia and Iran. Machboos is similar to Biryani (from the Indian subcontinent) and Kabsa (from Saudi Arabia), … Continue reading →
Koshari (Egyptian Rice, Lentils and Macaroni with Spicy Tomato Chile Sauce)
Koshari (also spelled Koshary or Kushari) is the national dish of Egypt. It's served in virtually every Egyptian restaurant, in every Egyptian home, and on every Egyptian street corner. Street vendors serve the dish from carts to people eagerly waiting in line to eat this … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken, Apricot and Almond Tagine
Moroccan cuisine is considered to be one of the most diversified cuisines in the world. This is because for centuries Morocco has been very interactive with other nations and has embraced and integrated many different cultural influences, not only in its foods but its art, … Continue reading →
Baba Ganoush
With an eggplant left over from last week's Moussaka, what was I going to make? Why, baba ganoush, of course! Baba Ganoush (pronounced baw-baw ga-noosh). Isn't that fun to say? Say it again. "Baba Ganoush!" This creamy, smoky dip is popular throughout the Middle … Continue reading →
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