Best Middle Eastern Recipes

Waffled Falafel Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Garam Masala Chicken Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Lebanese Chicken and Potatoes Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Persian Cucumber Yogurt (Maast-o Khiar) Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Authentic Middle Eastern Hummus (Chummus) Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Lebanese Chicken Shawarma Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Baharat Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Lamb Shawarma Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Lebanese Mountain Bread Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Kanafa Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Al Kabsa – Traditional Saudi Rice and Chicken Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Chef John’s French Omelette Recipe

5 from 1 vote

My Own Famous Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Shish Tawook Grilled Chicken Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Moroccan Chicken Couscous with Dates Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Spicy Lamb with Chickpeas Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Za’atar Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Fesenjoon Recipe

1 hr 30 mins

5 from 1 vote

Fesenjoon is a Persian stew made with a hearty and savory combination of chicken, chickpeas, pomegranate molasses, and Persian rice.

Adana Kebab Recipe

57 mins

5 from 1 vote

Brimming with warm spices, this adana kebab offers a juicy bite using ground lamb for a delicious dish paired with pita and lettuce.

Quick Lemon Hummus Recipe

10 mins

5 from 1 vote

This fresh take on a hummus recipe adds a dash of lemon for some zestiness and makes use of peanut butter for a quick and easy version.

Maqluba Recipe

1 hr 40 mins

5 from 1 vote

A hearty and filling Arabic dish, this 'upside down' or maqluba dish layers spiced lamb, veggies, and rice, for a flavor-packed dish.

Quick Apple Crumble with Labneh Recipe

26 mins

5 from 1 vote

Rich in warm spices, enjoy a slice of this flaky apple crumble that's topped with rich Middle-Eastern yogurt cheese or Labneh for a tastier bite.

Sufganiyot (Israeli Donuts) Recipe

45 mins

5 from 1 vote

A cross between a beignet and a jelly donut, sufganiyot are pillowy donuts that are eaten in Israel and around the world during Hanukah.

Pork Pocket Sandwich, Pork Pockets Pita Sandwich Recipe, Greek pork loin gyro

Pita Sandwich (Pork Pockets) Recipe

1 hr 20 mins

5 from 1 vote

Juicy herb-marinated pork-stuffed pita sandwiches ready in 20 minutes. The perfect choice for busy lunchtimes.

Savory Grilled Beef Kabobs Recipe

1 hr 15 mins

5 from 1 vote

Level up your grilled parties with these savory beef kabobs that are marinated in beef broth, ketchup, and thyme for a juicy and delicious dish.

brown rice pilaf with green olive and lemon recipe

Brown Rice Pilaf with Green Olives and Lemon Recipe

1 hr 30 mins

5 from 1 vote

While it is most commonly known as a Middle-Eastern dish, this brown rice pilaf gets a Mediterranean twist with some added lemon and green olives.

Middle Eastern Chicken Kebabs Recipe

35 mins

5 from 1 vote

These chicken kebabs marinated in a tangy blend of yogurt, lemon, garlic and spices are a huge crowd-pleaser.

Yogurt-Marinated Lamb Kebabs Recipe

45 mins

5 from 1 vote

With the meat marinated in yogurt, these lamb kebabs serve a tender and juicy dish in under an hour. It's also basted with lemon butter for more tang.

basmati pilaf with dried fruits and almond recipe

Basmati Pilaf with Dried Fruits and Almonds Recipe

42 mins

5 from 1 vote

With a medley of dried fruit and nuts, this basmati pilaf is a great addition to your dinner table. It comes spiced with cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon.