Shish Taouk - Chicken Shish kebab

Shish Taouk (Chicken Shish kebab) - Boneless chicken marinated in garlic, lemon juice and olive oil and grilled on skewers.When I was growing up, “shish” almost always meant grilled lamb – you rarely saw chicken. But the popularity of chicken means that we long ago adapted one of our most popular ways of preparing meat to chicken as well. Now, shish taouk is one of the most popular meat dishes in the middle east. It is very simple and the marinating yields the most tender, delectable chicken.Ingredients (serves 4-6 people)1 1/4 pounds boneless skinned chicken1 tablespoon paprika2 tablespoons lemon juice5 tablespoons olive oilGarlic sauceSalt...

Vegetable Couscous With Wild Blueberries Recipe

This dish may be covered and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.Ingredients - Serves 41 cup vegetable stock3 tbsp olive oil1 cup couscous1 tsp grated lemon rindPinch ground cumin2 carrots, diced1 small zucchini, diced1/4 cup walnut halves, chopped1-1/4 cups frozen wild blueberries1/2 cup cooked (canned) chickpeasSalt and pepper4 sprigs each fresh coriander and flat leaf parsley, choppedPreparationIn small saucepan, bring vegetable stock and 2 tbsp of the oil to boil. Add couscous, lemon rind and cumin; stir to combine. Remove from heat and cover; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork and scrape into large bowl.Meanwhile, heat...

Moroccan Beef Brochettes Recipe

Grill these flavourful kebabs on the barbecue tonight; serve them over couscous for a quick yet exotic dinner. Enjoy the best Moroccan beef brochettes.Ingredients - Serves 42 cloves garlic, minced2 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroGrated rind and juice of 1 lemon2 tbsp mild curry paste4 tsp olive oil1 tbsp minced gingerrootPinch salt1 lb. top sirloin beef grilling steak (1" thick), trimmed and cut into 1" cubes1 cup whole wheat couscous1 each sweet red and green pepper, seeded and cut into 1-1/2" chunks1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurtPreparationCombine 1/2 cup water, garlic, green onions, cilantro, lemon rind and juice, curry...

Humous Recipe - How to Make Humous

Recipe for humous, a very popular Middle Eastern dip that is used as an appetizer and served with pita bread. Learn how to make humous the easy way, while still being authentic!Ingredients2 cups canned chick-peas, drained juice of 2 lemons1 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. cumin3 tbs. pure tahini paste or 1 cup tehina (see above recipe)2 garlic cloves, mashed2-3 tbs. oilparsley (for garnish)PreparationPlace all the ingredients in a food processor or blender, mix until chick-peas are smooth. Refrigerate hummus in a covered container. Serve well-chilled, with chopped parsley on top. If desired, reserve 1/4 cup unmashed chick-peas and sprinkle on top. More garlic...

Fasolia - Fasolia Recipe

Fasolia is a famous main dish in many Arab countries and it is served with Lebanese rice. Enjoy this Fasolia recipe (white beans).Ingredients 1lb dried haricot beans 1 large onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced peeled tomato 1 tbsp tomato puree olive oil for frying saltPreparation Soak the beans overnight. Drain and add fresh cold water. Bring to boil. Meanwhile, sauté the onions and garlic. Add peeled tomato, tomato puree and cook for 2-3 minutes. When the beans have come to the boil for 10 minutes, drain and add freshly boiled water enough to cover. Add the tomato sauce, cover and simmer for 45minutes...

Kabsa Recipe - Best Kabsa Recipe

Kabsa or Kabseh main dish is mostly served in Saudi Arabia and other Arab states of the Arabian gulf. Enjoy one of the best Kabsa Recipes with chicken and learn how to make it.Serves: 4-6Difficulty: MediumPrep and Cook time: 1 hourIngredients2 cups long grain Uncle Ben's rice1 1/2 cup chopped ripe tomato2 cups chopped onion1/2 cup white raisons soaked in 1/3 cup water1/2 cup sliced almonds1/2 cup pistachios1/2 cup pine nuts1 1/2 tsp salt1 tsp ground cardamom1 tsp ground corriander10 cloves1/2 tsp nutmeg1/2 tsp 7 spices1/4 tsp cinnamon1/4 tsp ground black pepper4 cups chicken broth6 tbs butter2 tbs olive oilPre-cooked chicken in broth2 chicken breasts or 2 thighs and 2 drumsticks6 cups water1/2 cup chopped onion2 bay leaves2 cinnamon sticks1 tsp saltPreparationIn a large pot place chicken,...

Lebanese Rice Recipe

The way lebanese rice is prepared is very unique. It is very similar to a Western packed rice dish "Rice-a-Roni", but without the spices.Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesIngredients 1 1/2 cups rice 1/2 cup vermicelli, broken to small pieces 1/4 cup butter 2 1/4 cups waterPreparationBrown vermicelli in butter in large pan. Add rice and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer on low for 20 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.You can serve this rice with chicken, lamb, or any meat dish. it is great with soups and stews, too.Save and share this recipeWant to share this recipe with your family and friends? Click...

Sisig Bangus/Milkfish

The milkfish is an unofficial national symbol of the Philippines, where it is called by the Tagalog name bang...

Lebanese Chicken - Lebanese Chicken Recipe

I like Lebanese chicken with tasty spices, try the Lebanese cooking for Fast and easy Lebanese chicken recipe to make on a weekend night after working all day. Yummy dish!Ingredients - Serves 5 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/3 cup onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 2 teaspoons orange zest 1/2 cup orange juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon allspice 2 tablespoons honey 1 cup couscousPreparationRinse chicken and pat dry with paper towels. Cook chicken, onion and garlic in the butter in a large skillet for about 6 minutes or until chicken is browned, turning...

Moroccan Carrot Salad - Best Moroccan Carrot Salad

Enjoy moroccan cooking and try best carrot salad recipe. It tastes like a very fresh carrot cake without all the work, and it's healthy!Ingredients - Serves 7 1/2 cup raisins (black or golden) 1 orange, juice of (optional to soak raisins) (optional) 1 lb fresh carrot, peeled and coarsely grated (I used my peeler to make long ribbon like strips) 3-5 tablespoons olive oil 1-2 tablespoon honey 1 lemon, juice of 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon salt and pepperPreparation If you wish you can soak the raisins in fresh orange juice for 15 minutes first. Then drain. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl....

Moroccan lamb - Moroccan lamb with fragrant couscous

Enjoy Moroccan lamb cooking and try a delicious dish of lamb with fragrant couscous.Preparation Time 15 minutesCooking Time 55 minutesIngredients (serves 4) 4 Moroccan lamb drumsticks (about 1kg) 1 1/3 cup (260g) couscous 1/2 cup (85g) pitted dried dates, chopped 1/3 cup (80ml) grapefruit juice (about 1 grapefruit) 3 oranges, peeled, segmented 2/3 cup fresh coriander leaves 1/3 cup (50g) toasted slivered almonds 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, plus extra to serve 1/2 cup (130g) fat-free natural yoghurt 1 garlic clove, crushed Salt & freshly ground pepperMethod 1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Place the drumsticks in a baking dish....

Moroccan Pizza - Moroccan Lamb Pizza

Top a pre-bought pizza base with Moroccan-seasoned lamb for a tasty Thursday night dinner. Enjoy best Moroccan Pizza!Ingredients (serves 2) 2/3 cup low-fat natural yoghurt Juice of 1 lemon 2 tbs chopped mint 180g lamb backstrap, roughly chopped 1 1/2 tsp ras el hanout (see note) or Moroccan seasoning 1 large garlic clove, chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 26cm gluten-free pizza base (see note) 1 tbs pine nuts 8 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tbs chopped corianderMethod 1. Combine the yoghurt, 2 teaspoons lemon juice and mint in a bowl. Season with salt. Chill until required. 2. Preheat the oven to 220°C. 3. Place the chopped lamb,...

Millionaires shortbread recipe

How to make millionaires shortbread.This millionaires shortbread recipe is truly indulgent yet simple to make.When you bring a out a plate of these millionaires shortbread to family and friends you will impress them with your baking skills.The shortbread is crispy and crumbles into your mouth, the caramel is perfect and not too sweet and the chocolate sets so wonderful - it is pure heaven to bite into.Chef uses evaporated milk not condensed milk in this millionaires shortbread recipe. Using condensed milk will not produce the same caramel and it would taste far too sweet.When cooking the caramel the trick is to constantly stir at all times,...