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"This is a traditional middle eastern dessert. Semolina is the main ingredient."

Ingredients: sugar, vanilla, water...

"As a big fan of yogurt based marinades for chicken (for example Chicken Tikka), this one immediately caught my eye. Unlike Tikka, you only marinate this one for 30-45 minutes so it doesn't require much planning ahead. I have not tried this one yet but wanted to make it public for the Zaar World Tour. Cooking time include time to marinate the..."

Ingredients: ground cardamom, curry powder...

"Leshakshek means to shake in Hebrew. This is an egg and tomato dish that would be something different for brunch. Add garlic, basil, the possibilities are endless! Enjoy.."

Ingredients: cooking oil, eggs, onions...

"Here is a super simple salad that will be a great accompaniment to any North African main dish. You can enjoy it on its own too."

Ingredients: cucumbers, fresh ground black pepper...

"A Middle East treat. This is a delicious nighttime beverage and can also be served over ice for a cool beverage."

Ingredients: milk, sugar, saffron threads...

"My husband brought this delightful recipe with him from Egypt. It is a quick and easy sandwich spread or it can also be used as a dip mix. We make this often since we both enjoy cheese."

Ingredients: cucumbers, feta cheese...

"A quick & easy recipe for an Egyptian style omlette - great for breakfast or with a fresh salad for a light lunch."

Ingredients: eggs, feta cheese, onions...

"According to David Scott's "Middle Eastern Vegetarian Cookery", this easy salad is from Egypt, and is often served with the bean salad, "ful medames". I love it - it is fresh and summery, and delicious on a hot day. Feel free to reduce, or even omit, the onion if you don't like to eat it raw - the recipe still works well..."

Ingredients: pepper, cucumbers...

""Spices and flavorings from China, India, Spain, and tropical Africa have found their way into North African cooking. Garlic, coriander, cumin, and pepper season this open-faced Egyptian Eggplant Omelet. Typical Egyptian omelets are packed with vegetables and meat, making them thick, firm and perfect for lunch or supper." from Classic International..."

Ingredients: coriander, cumin, eggplants...

"I like spicy tomato sauce and eggs so I just came up with this one morning and threw in some eggs. It's quick and easy and tastes good."

Ingredients: eggs, olive oil...

"Pide is a wonderful Turkish bread. These filled pides are sold at our local bread store and are so yummy!! Use your favourite pizza dough for this recipe."

Ingredients: feta cheese, fresh breadcrumbs...

"From 'artichoke to za'atar'. These would make a wonderful snack or appetizer. Posted for ZWT6. Prep time is for heating the deep frying oil."

Ingredients: pepper, coriander seeds...

"This recipe is in my Mediterranean Light cookbook and I finally got around to trying it. The author describes this layered salad as "almost like a hummous casserole." All fatta recipes, whether prepared with meat or vegetarian use day old pita bread. If you're wanting lots of lemon, lots of garlic-this is it. PS< The olive oil and..."

Ingredients: whole wheat pita bread, dried garbanzo beans...

"This omelet is cooked open-faced, like a frittata. The flavors are brunch-friendly, and could even make a nice light dinner, served with some fresh flatbreads and herbs from your garden."

Ingredients: fresh ground pepper, eggs...