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    Easy. Healthy. Vegan. Crockpot. Yummy. How can you *not* want to make this? Credit goes to "Diana in Wisconsin" of the Simple Living Discussion...

    Diana's Egyptian Lentils & Rice

    Recipe #96581

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    Diana's Egyptian Lentils & Rice
    By Roosie on July 29, 2004

    Recipe #96581

    "Easy. Healthy. Vegan. Crockpot. Yummy. How can you *not* want to make this? Credit goes to "Diana in Wisconsin" of the Simple Living Discussion Forums. The amount of servings depends on whether you're making this as a main dish or a side."
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    Ingredients: cinnamon, ground cumin...

    Rating: 87.00%;

    20 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins

    This recipe is from chef Nora Pouillon, owner of Nora's in Washington, DC, a "certified" organic restaurant and a quite wonderful place to...

    Egyptian Spinach Soup

    Recipe #141888

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    Egyptian Spinach Soup
    By Chef Kate on October 19, 2005

    Recipe #141888

    "This recipe is from chef Nora Pouillon, owner of Nora's in Washington, DC, a "certified" organic restaurant and a quite wonderful place to dine. Vegetable stock may be substituted for the chicken broth."
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    Ingredients: olive oil, onions...

    Rating: 96.00%;

    15 Reviews

    Prep Time:20 mins

    Total Time: 35 mins

    This is AMAZING! Very popular, SIMPLE dish made in Egyptian households. Once you make it, it will become a favorite for sure. The key is in the onion's...

    Egyptian Lahma Bil Basal (Beef in Rich Onion Sauce)

    Recipe #195881

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    "This is AMAZING! Very popular, SIMPLE dish made in Egyptian households. Once you make it, it will become a favorite for sure. The key is in the onion's consistency once they cook down to the delicious thick sauce. Anyway enjoy, serve with rice or your favorite pasta. Enjoy!"
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    Ingredients: onions, salt & pepper, water...

    Rating: 87.20%;

    14 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins

    Recipe #9154

    This is a wonderful breakfast or brunch when you wake up ravenous and really need a protein hit. A Saudi friend taught me how to make this. P.S. If you...

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    "This is a wonderful breakfast or brunch when you wake up ravenous and really need a protein hit. A Saudi friend taught me how to make this. P.S. If you live in the Seattle area, a little store in the Pike Place Market called The Souk sells fava beans in cans; The store has a lot of great food items."
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    Ingredients: cinnamon, cloves, cumin...

    Rating: 98.40%;

    12 Reviews

    Prep Time:5 mins

    Total Time: 35 mins

    This is a very refreshing little salad. I always make it along side many different dishes, goes great especially with anything barbequed. I also make it...

    Egyptian Garlic Yogurt Cucumber Salad

    Recipe #200504

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    Egyptian Garlic Yogurt Cucumber Salad
    By cooking in cairo... on December 14, 2006

    Recipe #200504

    "This is a very refreshing little salad. I always make it along side many different dishes, goes great especially with anything barbequed. I also make it as a snack, eating half of it each time! Serves up great with slices of warm pita bread. A very garlicly salad, if you want you can decrease the garlic to your liking. Don't be turned off by the..."
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    Ingredients: cucumbers, fresh dill...

    Rating: 95.60%;

    9 Reviews

    Prep Time:2 mins

    Total Time: 7 mins

    Recipe #60286

    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...

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    Shakshouka
    By Miraklegirl on April 18, 2003

    Recipe #60286

    "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.."
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    Ingredients: cooking oil, eggs, onions...

    Rating: 91.20%;

    9 Reviews

    Prep Time:3 mins

    Total Time: 33 mins

    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.

    Easy Egyptian Feta Salad

    Recipe #276114

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    Easy Egyptian Feta Salad
    By Annacia on January 3, 2008

    Recipe #276114

    "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."
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    Ingredients: cucumbers, fresh ground black pepper...

    Rating: 97.20%;

    7 Reviews

    Prep Time:20 mins

    Total Time: 20 mins

    Traditional (NAME) Rice Pudding - I like to put a nice raisin medly in mine.

    Roz Bel Laban (Rice Pudding)

    Recipe #385565

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    Roz Bel Laban (Rice Pudding)
    By Jamilah's Kitchen on August 17, 2009

    Recipe #385565

    "Traditional (NAME) Rice Pudding - I like to put a nice raisin medly in mine."
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    Ingredients: cinnamon, rose water...

    Rating: 100.00%;

    7 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 25 mins

    A simple Middle Eastern salad which provides a refreshing complement to Middle Eastern dishes or which can be served as one of a range of dishes in a...

    Salata Arabieh

    Recipe #141375

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    Salata Arabieh
    By bluemoon downunder on October 14, 2005

    Recipe #141375

    "A simple Middle Eastern salad which provides a refreshing complement to Middle Eastern dishes or which can be served as one of a range of dishes in a mezze spread; or be used with falafel and hummus in pita bread."
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    Ingredients: fresh ground black pepper, lebanese cucumbers...

    Rating: 94.20%;

    7 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 15 mins

    This can be served either warm or room temperature as an appetizer (good with toasted pita chips), or as a side to chicken. As suggested by some reviewers,...

    Lentils and Rice With Caramelized Onions

    Recipe #385515

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    Lentils and Rice With Caramelized Onions
    By Mikekey on August 17, 2009

    Recipe #385515

    "This can be served either warm or room temperature as an appetizer (good with toasted pita chips), or as a side to chicken. As suggested by some reviewers, add cumin and allspice to taste, if desired!"
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    Ingredients: brown lentils, extra virgin olive oil...

    Rating: 100.00%;

    6 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins

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

    Milk With Saffron

    Recipe #233150

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    Milk With Saffron
    By Brenda. on June 7, 2007

    Recipe #233150

    "A Middle East treat. This is a delicious nighttime beverage and can also be served over ice for a cool beverage."
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    Ingredients: milk, sugar, saffron threads...

    Rating: 96.60%;

    6 Reviews

    Prep Time:3 mins

    Total Time: 10 mins

    Recipe #38129

    A funky potato salad with no mayonnaise. Serve while gazing at the Pyramids.

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    Potato and Green Bean Salad, Egyptian Style
    By Mirj on August 23, 2002

    Recipe #38129

    "A funky potato salad with no mayonnaise. Serve while gazing at the Pyramids."
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    Ingredients: salt & freshly ground black pepper, extra virgin olive oil...

    Rating: 96.60%;

    6 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 50 mins

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    Shurit Ads (Lentil & Garlic Soup)
    By LikeItLoveIt on November 25, 2001

    Recipe #14824

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    Ingredients: dry lentils, ground cumin...

    Rating: 100.00%;

    6 Reviews

    Prep Time:5 mins

    Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins

    Grilled tomatoes. From Egyptian Cooking: A Practical Guide. A very simple recipe posted for ZWT 3.

    Tamatim Mashwiya

    Recipe #228387

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    Tamatim Mashwiya
    By AmandaInOz on May 16, 2007

    Recipe #228387

    "Grilled tomatoes. From Egyptian Cooking: A Practical Guide. A very simple recipe posted for ZWT 3."
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    Ingredients: salt and pepper, tomatoes...

    Rating: 83.40%;

    6 Reviews

    Prep Time:5 mins

    Total Time: 15 mins

    This was given to me by an Egyptian friend who said it's a family recipe. I like the fact it's doesn't contain dairy and nuts so it was perfect...

    Beetroot Dip / Beet Dip

    Recipe #346743

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    Beetroot Dip / Beet Dip
    By Chef floWer on January 5, 2009

    Recipe #346743

    "This was given to me by an Egyptian friend who said it's a family recipe. I like the fact it's doesn't contain dairy and nuts so it was perfect for Menu #24612 because we had a few guest who are lactose intolerant and have an allergic to nuts. You can chill the dip until it's needed. It will keep for two days in the refrigerator but..."
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    Ingredients: ground cumin, extra virgin olive oil...

    Rating: 92.00%;

    5 Reviews

    Prep Time:5 mins

    Total Time: 5 mins

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