There is something extraordinarily heart-warming about spicy fish and seafood soup. The eclectic combination of fish and seafood simmers into a comforting broth infused with a delightful aromatic flavor and a subtle kick of spice that complements this soup beautifully.
Aprah Du Zayto – Assyrian Stuffed Grape Leaves
Most people know stuffed grape leaves by the name Dolmas. While many cultures and families across the globe create their version of this Mediterranean favorite, mine happens to be a recipe from Assyria. I learned to make Aprah Du Zayto from my friend Suheyla – and believe me they are one of the best! Everyone who eats a Suheyla’s table …
Mediterranean Stuffed Avocado
Mediterranean Stuffed Avocado is avocado at it’s best! A pleasing combination of tomatoes, feta cheese, fresh cucumbers, and juicy pomegranate seeds lightly tossed with herbs, olive oil, and white wine vinegar for a mouthful of goodness with every bite.
Lemon Garlic Babaganoush
Lemon Garlic Baba ganoush is a favorite Mediterranean eggplant spread that originated in Lebanon but is enjoyed through out the middle east and around the world. Made from roasted eggplant, garlic, and lemon juice; this flavor-packed spread is typically served as an appetizer or enjoyed with breakfast, lunch, or dinner and paired with freshly baked pita. What makes baba ganoush …
Instant Pot White Chicken Chili with Turmeric and Barberry Sour Cream
Fall is one of my favorite season of the year, especially in Minnesota where colder weather means it’s time to pull out those big cozy sweaters and create some of my favorite comfort foods like this warm Chicken Chili with Turmeric and Barberry infused sour cream. If you haven’t guessed by now, I’m a huge fan of international cuisine. I …
Zaatar Sweet Potatoes and Eggs
Zaatar sweet potatoes and eggs, inspired by the Mediterranean Shakshouka recipe found in my book, It Begins at the Table, is a nutritious and satisfying start to the day. Hardy diced sweet potatoes and onions tossed in aromatic zaatar and sauteed until tender. Top it with soft poached eggs for a Mediterranean style breakfast the entire family will love. Zaatar …
King Solomon’s Sweet Orange Salmon
Here are little Hebrew trivia for you. Did you know that salmon is named after King Solomon of both the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament? The Hebrew spelling of “King Solomon” is actually שַׂלְמוֹן Śalmōn or Śalmāh in the Hebrew:שַׂלְמָה or Śalmāh in the Greek: σαλμων I fell in love with Vivi’s salmon recipe the first time I tasted …
Israeli Lamb Rice
A few years ago, my beautiful friend Vivi taught me to make her tender lamb rice recipe from Israel. It’s a simple dish to make and packed full of flavor and taste. Since then, it has been one of my favorite dishes to eat. The idea of having a close girlfriend who only lives two doors away and also loves …
Moroccan Lamb Chops
Like most food we eat today, Moroccan cuisine is influenced by a fusion of neighboring culture and nations. The distinct flavors of Moroccan food can be recognized by a combination of spices like cinnamon, cumin, turmeric ginger, saffron, cloves, anise, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. This particular genre of food uses an extensive variety of herbs and spices, bringing flavor and …
Mediterranean Orzo Spinach Salad
When I was growing up, my mother worked full time, so family dinners were deliciously predictable. My mom stayed true to her famous five; fried pork chops with mashed potatoes and homemade gravy, Italian spaghetti and meat sauce, tuna and noodle hot dish, homemade soup, and pot roast on Sundays. She detoured from those meals whenever she had the time to get …