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The Arabs “Love Affair” with Dates & Recipes to Spice Up your Ramadan

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For Muslims all across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, dates are a staple to their lives. Not only are dates significant for Muslims since they break their fasts during the holy month of Ramadan with it, but they are also cherished by Arabs. The Arab’s obsession is evident as it is present in every aspect of their culture, drinks, and food, etc. Contributing writer Menal Elmaliki will highlight the Arabs love affair with dates as well as share date inspired recipes to spice up your Ramadan.

Qamar Al-Din, The Recipe of the Middle East

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By: Menal Elmaliki / Arab America Contributing Writer The Golden Fruit Qamar Al-Din, قمر الدين, translates to the ‘Moon of the Religion or Faith,’ and it is one of the most famous beverages in the Middle East. Apricot, مشمش in Arabic, is the star of this drink and it is referred to as the fruit … Continued

Kunafa Inspired Coffee Drink

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Have you just come home from work and is in the mood for something delicious, sweet, and satisfying? Try this drink recipe Kunafa Iced Coffee, which combines the taste of your favorite drink, coffee, and the taste of your favorite dessert Kunafa.

Manakish Nominated for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List

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By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List is a program by UNESCO that started in 2001 to recognize and protect various cultures and practices that cannot be touched. On that list, Italy is known for its pizza, France is known for their baguettes, Jordan is known for their Mansaf, … Continued

Sayadieh

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By Alison Norquist / Arab America Contributing Writer Sayadieh is a fisherman’s dish from the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea and has become a staple throughout the Arab world. Composed of fragrant turmeric rice, caramelized onions, and toasted almonds, the real star of this dish is the flaky white fish spiced with cumin. To finish, … Continued

Feteer Meshaltet with Almonds and Pistachios

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It is said that feteer meshaltet, then called feteer maltoot, was served to the ancient gods. This flaky Egyptian pastry, which brings to mind the crisp shell and buttery layers of a croissant, is rumored to even be the French staple’s Arab ancestor. It can be served plain with honey, savory with cheese, or sweet with nuts.

Egyptian Bamiya Recipe – Okra Stew

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By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer Bamiya (البامية) stew is a favorite among Egyptians and across the Arab world. It can be enjoyed throughout the year as a comforting and hearty meal. There are numerous variations, of course. Using lamb or venison meat requires a longer cooking time to soften the meat. To … Continued

Egyptian Hawawshi Recipe

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Hawawshi is a common Egyptian lunch or dinner street food. It is incredibly easy to cook and personalize according to spice or ratios of meat. The dish is usually served with tahini sauce or yogurt.

Easy Chicken Shawarma at Home!

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By: Malorie Lewis / Arab America contributing writer What is better than the delicious aroma of slow-cooked shawarma meat? Normally to get such a delicious authentic delicacy you would need to go to a restaurant, because who has a vertical BBQ spit at home? For those who live in places with limited options for Arab … Continued

A Sweet Delight: Tunisian Bambalouni Recipe

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By: Mariem Hamdi / Arab America Contributing Writer When visiting Tunisia, you should try the Bambalouni, you will find it everywhere but mostly near the sea. It is famous in Sidi Bou Said where you will find a queue outside a shop serving deep-fried desserts. The sugar-dusted Tunisian donut is in a form of a … Continued

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