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Category Archives: Middle Eastern Flavors

Persian Saffron-Scented Rice Pilaf

24 Sunday Jan 2021

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free, Middle Eastern Flavors, Rice, Vegetarian Option

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barberries, broth, Garlic, Leeks, Mint, olive oil, orange zest, raw rice, Shallots

This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is img_8564-2-e1611524829864.jpgThis is a nice change of pace from regular rice.  Truth be told, The Goddess isn’t too enamored with rice.  Oh, it has its purpose.  Rice is good as a sponge to suck up sauces, but The Goddess will always, always take potatoes.  But, this rice…mmmmm!  This rice pilaf is delicious.   Continue reading →

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Turkish Pide with Cheese, Meat or Vegetable Filling

08 Thursday Oct 2020

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Appetizers, Cheese, Meat, Mediterranean Flavors, Middle Eastern Flavors, Vegetarian Option

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all-purpose flour, cheese filling, egg, Greek-style yogurt, honey, instant yeast, meat filling, olive oil

I’ve been meaning to make pide (in case you’re wondering, it’s pronounced “PEE-day”) for quite some time.  This is street food, at its very best.  And this dough?  It is positively fabulous and wonderful to work with.  I’ve given you a couple of filling options, and then some!  Continue reading →

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Kafta-fel (A Marriage of Kafta and Falafel)

26 Sunday Jul 2020

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free Option, Ground beef, Herbs, Lamb, Main Course, Make Ahead, Meyer lemon, Middle Eastern Flavors

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dry falafel mix, fresh herbs, Garlic, Ground beef, Meyer lemon juice, Meyer lemon zest, onion, Spices, sumac, water

This is a marriage made in heaven!  Inspiration is a funny thing…it can come out of nowhere.  It can be overheard.  It can sneak up on you.  Or is can simply be the unfolding of something unexplained…that’s sort what happened here.  Continue reading →

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Falafel-Coated Eggplant with Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle

06 Wednesday May 2020

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Eggplant, Middle Eastern Flavors, Side Dishes, Vegetarian

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Asian eggplant, dry falafel mix, pomegranate molasses, smoked sweet paprika, toasted cumin seeds

From time to time, one needs to “cook the pantry/fridge”.  Things accumulate and are pushed to the back.  So being in self-isolation, now and again, one needs to look deeply into the crevices that things slide into…like that box of partially used, dry falafel mix. It’s a challenge to use things in new and creative ways.  That’s how this eggplant dish came to be.  Continue reading →

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Good Karma Lamb Korma

11 Saturday Apr 2020

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Braising, Gluten Free, Lamb, Lemon, Make Ahead, Middle Eastern Flavors, Vegetables

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almonds, diced tomatoes, Eggplant, fresh ginger, Greek-style yogurt, heavy cream, Lamb, lemon zest, olive oil, Spices

This version of Korma is not traditional.  I’ve added eggplant and lemon zest.  Feel free to omit both, but hand-to-heart, it won’t be as tasty…and at the Goddess’s abode, we’re all about tasty!  This Korma has particularly good Karma. Continue reading →

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Afghan Vegetable Soup…Sort of!

01 Friday Mar 2019

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free, Legumes, Make Ahead, Middle Eastern Flavors, Pressure Cooking, Soup, Vegetarian

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bay leaves, carrot, celery rib, diced tomatoes, dried pinto beans, Garlic, herbs, lacinato kale, Spices, tomato paste

Afghan Vegetable SoupI just recently had a wonderful meal at Ariana, in Philadelphia’s Old Town.  It was a frigid cold night, as one can expect in February.  I didn’t have their “Aush” or “Mashawa”, which are typical Afghan soups, but I saw bowls or it going by and it smelled heavenly.  Turns out, it is.  Continue reading →

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Eggplant, Zucchini and Tomato Casserole with Lebanese 7-Spice

10 Monday Sep 2018

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Eggplant, Make Ahead, Middle Eastern Flavors, Squash, Tomatoes, Vegetarian

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7-spice, bell peppers, Eggplant, fire-roasted tomatoes, Garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, onion, zucchini

Eggplant, Zucchini and Tomato Casserole with Lebanese 7-SpiceThis is a layered affair.  If you aren’t familiar with Lebanese 7-Spice or Baharat, you might want to wander into a Middle Eastern market and pick some up.  This blend uses the “sweet” spices, like allspice, cardamom, cinnamon, etc.  But, it’s wonderful in savory dishes.  It lends itself particularly well to lamb and as it turns out, eggplant, zucchini and tomatoes.  Continue reading →

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