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    Lachmajou (Middle-Eastern Lamb Dish)

    Lachmajou (Middle-Eastern Lamb Dish)

    By Wendy-Bob

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    Israeli Simmered Vegetables over Spiced Couscous

    Israeli Simmered Vegetables over Spiced Couscous

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    Saudi Tahini & Tomato Chicken

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    Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts
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    This is THE most AWESOME grill marinade I've ever tasted in my life! I don't know where my Mom got this, but there is no match that I've...

    Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts

    Recipe #137262

    Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts

    By Stacky5 on September 13, 2005

    Recipe #137262

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    "This is THE most AWESOME grill marinade I've ever tasted in my life! I don't know where my Mom got this, but there is no match that I've ever known of...it is simplicity and freshness, yet rich, robust and succulent! I haven't told you this one yet, because I was entering it in a grilling contest for a Weber grill, but I can't hold back any longer!..."

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    Ingredients: pepper, lamb, lemon juice...

    95 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 30 mins

    Lebanese Lentil/Rice Pilaf With Blackened Onions
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    This recipe first appeared as part of a "meatless week-night meal" in the November, 2003 Bon Appetit. Originally posted by Mean Chef. Vegans...

    Lebanese Lentil/Rice Pilaf With Blackened Onions

    Recipe #78824

    Lebanese Lentil/Rice Pilaf With Blackened Onions

    By Chef Kate on December 13, 2003

    Recipe #78824

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    "This recipe first appeared as part of a "meatless week-night meal" in the November, 2003 Bon Appetit. Originally posted by Mean Chef. Vegans can omit the yogurt."

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    Ingredients: ground cumin, cucumbers...

    68 Reviews

    Prep Time:25 mins

    Total Time: 55 mins

    Spinach Ricotta Pie with a Hint of Feta
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    We've got a new local dairy (in such a small country, local also means national), that makes some of the best cheeses (and soy milk and soy puddings)....

    Spinach Ricotta Pie with a Hint of Feta

    Recipe #51557

    Spinach Ricotta Pie with a Hint of Feta

    By Mirj on January 16, 2003

    Recipe #51557

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    "We've got a new local dairy (in such a small country, local also means national), that makes some of the best cheeses (and soy milk and soy puddings). This recipe really showcases their ricotta and feta cheeses. This is a great vegetarian dish to serve, we usually have some kind of variation after the Yom Kippur fast day. I also like to add some za'atar..."

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    Ingredients: dried oregano, eggs...

    45 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 55 mins

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    Chicken Sajji Masala (Balochistan)
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    This recipe is from week 22 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook on meal from every nation on Earth, and Balochistan is...

    Chicken Sajji Masala (Balochistan)

    By GiddyUpGo on February 9, 2012

    Recipe #473931

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    "This recipe is from week 22 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook on meal from every nation on Earth, and Balochistan is my 22nd stop. I never use any recipe for my blog that I'm not reasonably sure is from authentic or traditional sources, and this recipe has been posted without any alternations or additions to the..."

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    Ingredients: coriander seeds, cumin seeds...

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    Prep Time:24 hrs

    Total Time: 24 hrs 45 mins

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    Easy Basturma Meatballs
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    Adapted from the Best of Baghdad Cooking by Daisy Imy. Modified from a fried patty recipe to baked meatballs. If you don't like lamb, substitute beef,...

    Easy Basturma Meatballs

    By Cookgirl on February 8, 2012

    Recipe #473901

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    "Adapted from the Best of Baghdad Cooking by Daisy Imy. Modified from a fried patty recipe to baked meatballs. If you don't like lamb, substitute beef, turkey, chicken or buffalo or use the lamb in combination. The basturma was served along with basic chelo, Recipe #453533, Recipe #444419 and lightly steamed vegetables."

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    Ingredients: ground cardamom, cracked black pepper...

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    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 35 mins

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    Serresh Pollo (Persian Chicken and Rice With Fried Onions, Raisi
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    This was my introduction to persian cuisine. My DH's first wife is Iranian, and she taught him Persian cooking. He can make several awesome dishes,...

    Serresh Pollo (Persian Chicken and Rice With Fried Onions, Raisi

    By Mia in Germany on February 8, 2012

    Recipe #473835

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    "This was my introduction to persian cuisine. My DH's first wife is Iranian, and she taught him Persian cooking. He can make several awesome dishes, but this was the first he made after moving i with me, and it still is one of my favourites. It's easy and quick to make, too. Barberries are available in oriental groceries. They are very tart and balance..."

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    Ingredients: pepper, barberries, onions...

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    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 1 hrs

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    Lebanese Lentil/Rice Pilaf With Blackened Onions
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    This recipe first appeared as part of a "meatless week-night meal" in the November, 2003 Bon Appetit. Originally posted by Mean Chef. Vegans...

    Lebanese Lentil/Rice Pilaf With Blackened Onions

    Recipe #78824

    Lebanese Lentil/Rice Pilaf With Blackened Onions

    By Chef Kate on December 13, 2003

    Recipe #78824

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    "This recipe first appeared as part of a "meatless week-night meal" in the November, 2003 Bon Appetit. Originally posted by Mean Chef. Vegans can omit the yogurt."

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    Ingredients: ground cumin, cucumbers...

    68 Reviews

    Prep Time:25 mins

    Total Time: 55 mins

    Curried Red Lentils
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    For me, this is comfort food. It only take about a half hour to make, and with some fresh pitas, it's a fantastic meal by itself.

    Curried Red Lentils

    Recipe #38693

    Curried Red Lentils

    By caetb on August 27, 2002

    Recipe #38693

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    "For me, this is comfort food. It only take about a half hour to make, and with some fresh pitas, it's a fantastic meal by itself."

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    Ingredients: ground cumin, ground turmeric...

    31 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 40 mins

    Lebanese Chicken
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    Fast and easy dish to make on a weekend night after working all day.

    Lebanese Chicken

    Recipe #34474

    Lebanese Chicken

    By Karen From Colorado on July 16, 2002

    Recipe #34474

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    "Fast and easy dish to make on a weekend night after working all day."

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    Ingredients: cinnamon, couscous, garlic...

    25 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 45 mins

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    Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts
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    This is THE most AWESOME grill marinade I've ever tasted in my life! I don't know where my Mom got this, but there is no match that I've...

    Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts

    Recipe #137262

    Armenian Herb Marinade Grilled Chicken Breasts

    By Stacky5 on September 13, 2005

    Recipe #137262

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    "This is THE most AWESOME grill marinade I've ever tasted in my life! I don't know where my Mom got this, but there is no match that I've ever known of...it is simplicity and freshness, yet rich, robust and succulent! I haven't told you this one yet, because I was entering it in a grilling contest for a Weber grill, but I can't hold back any longer!..."

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    Ingredients: pepper, lamb, lemon juice...

    95 Reviews

    Prep Time:10 mins

    Total Time: 30 mins

    Excite Me Tonight! Chicken!
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    Dress up that ordinary grilled chicken to create an exotic Mediterranean meal that will excite your family and friends. These 4 marinades will transform...

    Excite Me Tonight! Chicken!

    Recipe #127262

    Excite Me Tonight! Chicken!

    By NcMysteryShopper on June 23, 2005

    Recipe #127262

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    "Dress up that ordinary grilled chicken to create an exotic Mediterranean meal that will excite your family and friends. These 4 marinades will transform your menu into an international culinary delight. Whether you use whole butterflied poussins, game hens, broiler halves, chicken parts or boneless chicken cubes on skewers, you will find the following..."

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    Ingredients: ground cumin, fresh ground pepper...

    44 Reviews

    Prep Time:8 mins

    Total Time: 28 mins

    Luleh Kebabs- Persian Ground Lamb Kebabs
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    A traditional Middle Eastern dish. Try this with half beef and half lamb for a more Armenian taste.

    Luleh Kebabs- Persian Ground Lamb Kebabs

    Recipe #35132

    Luleh Kebabs- Persian Ground Lamb Kebabs

    By Sue Lau on July 27, 2002

    Recipe #35132

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    "A traditional Middle Eastern dish. Try this with half beef and half lamb for a more Armenian taste."

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    Ingredients: cinnamon, pepper, eggs...

    28 Reviews

    Prep Time:15 mins

    Total Time: 27 mins

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    Lebanese Lentil/Rice Pilaf With Blackened Onions
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    Lebanese Lentil/Rice Pilaf With Blackened Onions

    By Chef Kate on December 13, 2003

    Recipe #78824

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    "This recipe first appeared as part of a "meatless week-night meal" in the November, 2003 Bon Appetit. Originally posted by Mean Chef. Vegans can omit the yogurt."

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    Ingredients: ground cumin, cucumbers...

    68 Reviews

    Prep Time:25 mins

    Total Time: 55 mins

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    Adana Kebab
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    This is named after the forth largest city in Turkey.
    The trick to this is that you really should let marinate over night for optimum taste.
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    Adana Kebab

    By Chef Jay 67 on February 7, 2008

    Recipe #284886

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    "This is named after the forth largest city in Turkey. The trick to this is that you really should let marinate over night for optimum taste. Sumac is also used in this recipe it can be found in any Middle Eastern store or online. The sumac can be omitted but it really should be found and added. It really makes a difference."

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    Ingredients: cumin, salted butter...

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    Prep Time:30 mins

    Total Time: 40 mins

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    Couscous Sausage Mediterranean

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    "I made this and I liked it very much!! It had a very good favor. I did, however put it in my rice cooker and it turned out wonderful. I did however use..." more 

    By Chef #220151
    on January 14, 2012

    Lebanese Chicken and Potatoes

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    "We liked this very much but boy, did I make a big mistake! I accidentally defrosted bone-in chicken thighs and not skinless, boneless chicken. The end..." more 

    By Cookgirl
    on January 2, 2012

    Grilled Whole Fish in Chile, Garlic and Mint Sauce (A Kremezi)

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    By Mia in Germany
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