Middle Eastern Vegetarian Recipes

I started really eating bean salads in the weeks before my wedding so that I could have a hope in hell of fitting in my wedding suits. In the end, I had to have the pants taken OUT 2 days before the big day…but on the bright side, I developed a taste for... - 151.936

This Basic Couscous recipe is by far the best couscous you would have ever made or eaten. Watch this video to learn the easiest and the fluffiest couscous. You can also make it plain or add your favorite herbs or nuts to make it more suitable to your palate.... - 142.926

Have you tried the chunky hummus made with Garbanzo beans? It is a dip prepared in middle- eastern cuisine. It is amazingly delicious and simple to make. You can serve it with pita bread or sliced vegetables. Here is a video which shows how to prepare it. - 137.709

A no-bake cake fit for royalty as claimed by Blanche, who prepares it and dedicates it to Prince William. If you consider yourself royal enough for this treat then watch the video for the complete recipe. - 127.384

One of my favourite ingredients is whole wheat flour. I love to use it in cooking. It gives extra boost of nutrients to the diet of your family. - 125.134

Molokhia is one of those unusual and typical dishes which is very popular in the local Arabic cuisine but might seem weird elsewhere due to its slimy consistency. However it is so nutritious and flavorful that one has to try it before judging it. Take a look... - 124.886

Want a simple side dish to serve with your finger foods for your next party? Try making a basic hummus with chef Scott. He makes it in less than 5 minutes by simply putting together all the ingredients in a blender and blend it to desired consistency.... - 123.737

Today's video is dedicated to the people of Syria. I am horried at what is happening in Syria and this is my way to show that the people of Syria are in my mind. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers as well. The Syrian table is known for Mezze, which... - 122.708

This typical Arabic traditional saj bread is somewhat similar to an Indian rumali roti. Rolled paper thin and cooked on a dome shaped griddle it is soft as butter and can be had in many ways. Take a look at how it is made in this video. - 122.412

For all the hot food lovers here is a spaghetti with spicy tomato sauce recipe that will tantalize your taste buds while warming your belly. Take a look at the video clip for this simple yet delightful dish. - 119.582

However you make the hummus it is a delicious and nutritious appetizer. It goes well with chips, pita bread, or vegetables such as carrots, sliced red and green peppers, cucumbers and celery or any other veggie you can dip into a spread. It is one of the... - 118.587

There are so many ways to cook one simple vegetable and this green bean stew recipe adds a new chapter to cooking greens vegetables. This recipe preserves all the goodness of the beans within itself and the gravy adds an extra kick as it will go great with... - 116.669

Today we are making a Middle Eastern milk pudding called "Muhallabia". It is usually made with rose water, but today my grandmother is making it the Moroccan way with orange blossom water. This recipe is super easy, super refreshing, and super delicious! It's... - 116.338

Dry fruit and walnut rice is an exotic way of turning a simple steamed rice into an exotic, rich and tempting dish. No matter what you eat with this rice, it tastes all the more better as the rice changes its flavor. Watch the video for simple steps of... - 116.036

Take a look at this crispy, crunchy, sugary, flaky, nutty and what not baklava roll recipe and if you are the one with that sweetest tooth, this dish is for you. Watch the video for details. After all shape does matter, as mere rolling up this traditional... - 115.809

Kunafa is one of the most exotic and luscious Arabic desserts. The sweet cheese melts in your mouth while you try to figure out the flavors of the syrup it is soaked in. This video shows an easy way of making it at home. - 115.474

For sweet lovers there's always a way out, no matter how scarce you are on ingredients and this sugared toast with cream pistachio recipe says that aloud. Its amazing to watch how the chef made such a rich dessert in this video with just a handful of... - 113.251

Pistachio cookie is one of the most exotic and rich cookie due to its animated looks, rare taste and crisp texture. It looks like a normal cookie until you bite into it and get lost in its luscious pistachio filling. Look at the video recipe for details. - 113.129

Home food like this green pea stew with rice always emphasize on simple cooking and subtle flavors and this the only reason we eat it everyday and still crave for more each day. Watch the video to see how quick and easy it is to prepare this and satiate your... - 110.635

If you have a knack for a traditional dish, then you are on the right page. Hummus is very popular and authentic middle-east dish. You can add dill to make the bland hummus more flavored. Check out the recipe right away. - 110.608

Easy, healthy, and guaranteed the best pita bread recipe! - 108.978

Arabic sweets is a world of exotic mouth watering delicacies and qatayef is one of those tempting desserts. Very simple yet full of nectarous flavors. Take a look at the detailed recipe in the video. - 103.803

Middle Eastern appetizers are simply marvelous. Here is a video that displays how to make Baba Ghanoush, a roasted eggplant and tahini dip. The chef nicely explains and presents the recipe in this video. So try out this baba ghanoush with pita bread or as a... - 98.5311

If you are tired of store brought hummus and want to make a fresh batch at home, then this video is just right for you. Learn to make tasty hummus at home, without any hassles! - 98.3068

Very few foods are as healthy and satiating as hummus. In this video, you can learn how to whomp up this Middle Eastern delight at home without any arduous toil. Prepared using garbanzo beans and olive oil, this scrumptious dip makes for a filling snack too. - 97.1592

Chef Manjula is proving herself better than professional chefs. Although she is an expert at Indian cooking, she is making this middle eastern falafel recipe with great confidence and perfection. Watching the serving part of the dish is most interesting as... - 96.3743

GETTING READY 1. Preheat the oven at 400 degrees F. MAKING 2. In a big bowl, place the flour. Add in the dry ingredients and then add the water slowly. 3. Knead together all the ingredients. 4. Coat the dough with olive oil and cover it with damp cloth.... - 94.7354

GETTING READY 1. Soak the burghul in lemon juice for 20 minutes. MAKING 2. In a casserole dish take soaked burghul, parsley, onion, jalapeno pepper and tomato. 3. Season with salt and pepper, mix well. 4. Drizzle olive oil over it and mix all the... - 91.3342

This video is Part 4 of the series where Blanche is cooking up a Middle Eastern Feast of chicken and a Sweet. Harriseh, the sweet is being prepared in this video which is a dense cake made using semolina. This is for all suckers of traditional sweets out... - 90.8318

GETTING READY 1. Preheat the oven at 350 degrees F. Line a baking dish with the foil. MAKING 2. Place the pita breads over the lined baking dish and bake in oven for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F. 3. In a small bowl mix together tahini sauce, yogurt, garlic,... - 89.8452

MAKING 1. Heat oil in a pan and add in the onion. Sauté for few minutes. 2. Add in the chilies and sauté again. 3. Stir in the zucchini pulp, stir to mix well. 4. Season with salt and pepper. Turn the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.... - 89.4147

MAKING 1. In a large bowl put all the ingredients except water and butter (if using). 2. Then pour in the boiling water in the bowl mix all ingredients well and leave it aside for 5 minute. 3. Once all the water is absorbed put in a little butter and mix it... - 87.3636

MAKING 1. In a bowl mix together olive oil, chili, lemon juice, salt and garlic. Whisk well. 2. In a large bowl take fava beans and drizzle olive oil over it. 3. Microwave on high for 6 minutes. 4. Take out the beans and mash with a muddler. 5. Pour in the... - 86.1126

If you adore Mediterranean flavors, watch this video recipe of Falafel and Hummus and surprise your family and friends with this delightful vegetarian feast. These are great from parties as well. Bon Appetit! - 84.7809

Now it is time to prepare the salad. So watch this video to learn how to use the bunch of greens and how to assemble the salad for serving. - 66.3426

The special honey-lemon-thyme tahini looks delicious. It is so easy to make, that you can prepare it any time. The video shows you the process to prepare the tangy tahini. - 64.6759

For all those, who do not prefer the taste of bitter greens, you should try with this special honey-lemon-thyme tahini. The tahini creates a magic to the bitter greens, and the greens becomes really delicious. This video introduces you to the ingredients,... - 46.1759

Here is an amazing recipe for vegans, roasted red pepper hummus. There is a wonderful blend of flavors from garbanzo beans, roasted pepper, sesame tahini, parsley and lemon juice. This simple and flavorful recipe would surely tickle your taste buds! - 45.8842

In a large saucepan mix the sugar and water and stir over a low heat. When the sugar has dissolved completely. Increase the heat to high and boil rapidly until the temperature reaches 220° F on a sugar thermometer or until a small amount of the syrup dropped... - 43.3568