Loading ...Kibbeh Nayyeh: The Unique “Arab Tartar” Dish of the Levant
Kibbeh nayyeh is an iconic Levantine dish, which is most popular in Lebanon.
Arab Food Ingredients
Kousa Mahshi, A Taste Bud’s Awakening Dish
A mixture of spiced meat and rice, simmered in a rich tomato broth, Kousa Mahshi on Arab America Menu. By: Isra Saleh / Arab America Contributing Writer The origin of Mahshi can be traced to Syria, although the exact origin is unknown. Legend has it that ‘Mahashi’ Arabic for ‘stuffed. Some go further in history … Continued
Sfeeha – Mini Pizzas With an Arab Twist
Sfeeha, is around miniature meat pie, made in a myriad of ways depending on the region.
A Guide to Making Some of Your Favorite Arab Dishes Vegan
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: In recent years, the concept of a vegan (pronounced vee-gan) or plant-based diet has taken the United States by storm, and currently, it shows no signs of stopping. In March 2020, a study estimated that “nearly 3 percent of the population in the United States follows … Continued
Famous Cities in Morocco Series (Episode 9 of 13): Taliouine
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Morocco has so many interesting towns and cities as well as beautiful landmarks. From the astonishing city of Casablanca to Marrakech, Fes, and Rabat; Morocco has everything one might hope to experience. These places boast historical monuments, such as the Hassan II Mosque, the Jemaa el-Fnaa, … Continued
“Little Arabia”- A Food Mecca in California
By: Blanche Shaheen/ Arab America Contributing Writer Sometimes, staycations can be more memorable than expensive and exotic vacations to faraway places. If you have a wanderlust for ethnic experiences, many cities and even small towns have neighborhoods resplendent with the art, food, and music of other countries without having to get on a cumbersome and … Continued
Check Out This Cookbook! “Middle Eastern Sweets” by Salma Hage
By: Khelil Bouarrouj / Arab America Contributing Writer Salma Hage, the Lebanese British author of the new cookbook “Middle Eastern Sweets,” readily concedes that a collection of recipes dedicated to sugary desserts, pastries, creams, and treats might appear, at first, out-of-touch with our health-obsessed culture where added sugar has been thoroughly demonized. Hage is herself … Continued
Falafel: The Original Arab Nugget
By: Blanche Shaheen / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Before chicken nuggets existed, there was falafel. The perfect falafel is browned and crunchy on the outside, and chewy on the inside, flecked with fresh herbs and sesame seeds for extra crunch and nuttiness. Ideally, the inside is green to reflect the infusion of either parsley … Continued
The Khaleeji Love Story in a Bottle
By: Safa M. Qureshi/Arab America Contributing Writer What is Vimto? One unexpected invention from Northern England has won over markets in the Middle East. Vimto is a popular soft drink in the Gulf Arab States made from grapes, raspberries, blackcurrants, and of course sugar… lots and lots of sugar. Outside of the UK, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, … Continued
The Origin and Metamorphosis of Hummus
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The Egyptians are not only known for their pyramids—but they have also been making and eating hummus for over 7000 years, so many believe hummus originated in Egypt. Cookbooks from the 13th century in both Egypt and Syria both have chickpea purees without tahini in their recipe collection, … Continued
Try this Healthy Arab Recipe: Garlic Turmeric Rice
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The earliest physical evidence of turmeric use by humans comes from ancient pots found near New Delhi, India. Scientists actually found turmeric residue at the bottom of these pots tracing back 4500 years. Fast forward a few thousand years, and the Egyptians wrote about their use of turmeric … Continued
Moroccan Fish with Chermoula Sauce
By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer As a child. my mother educated me on the different cultures of the world through the exposure of various global dishes she would make in her humble little kitchen. She didn’t travel much, but she took my siblings and me on cultural adventures through food. Hungarian goulash, Spanish Paella, … Continued
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