Tag: mediterannean recipe

Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus

Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus

Hummus is one of my kitchen essentials; something which I cannot do without.

Daoud Basha – Meatballs with pine nuts in a rich tomato sauce

Daoud Basha – Meatballs with pine nuts in a rich tomato sauce

There has not been a single moment in my life when the Mediterranean food has disappointed me. From the wide spread mezze, to the diverse distribution of main and side dishes and of course the mouthwatering desserts – every bite of the cuisine is exciting 

Rice and Lentil Pilaf

Rice and Lentil Pilaf

Brown Lentils and Basmati Rice are cooked together along with onions and fragrant spices; a lighter version of the traditional middle eastern mujaddara.

Shepherd’s Salad (Coban Salatasi)

Shepherd’s Salad (Coban Salatasi)

I love Mediterranean food; any time of the day, any number of days, I can just indulge into the wonderful warm flavors of the food. The best part about Mediterranean cooking is that it combines taste, flavors & the health factor all together.

Hummus en Fuego

Hummus en Fuego

I think “Hummus en Fuego” would be translated as “Hummus on Fire”.. Please correct me if I am wrong!  Hummus is the well known  “Levantine Arab dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas, blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic. It