Recipes

Jelbana bel Lham ~ north African stew (tagine) of sweet green peas with meat (in this case lamb) carrot and

Djouez Jelbana bel Kefta ~ Green Peas Stew with Meatballs; A sweet savoury stew flavoured with a delicious blend of

As-Salaamu Alaykum, I originally thought Ginger Biscuits also known as Ginger Snaps and Ginger Nuts

Minestrone – A classic Italian soup loaded with vegetables, beans, tomatoes and pasta. A bowl of colour, warmth

As-Salaamu Alaykum, Unauthentic home comfort food. This ‘lasagne’ uses non traditional spices, lamb mince, NO

  These Ghoriba are the easiest cookies going, easier than traditional Scottish shortbread as you don’t even have

This past month has been a busy one in the family ما شاء الله. One of

Date & Walnut Couronne / Crown A delectable French enriched bread, filled with a spiced butter, fruit

Sticky Toffee Cake ~ The classic British sticky toffee pudding in cake form. Delicious alone or with

Smoked Paprika Beef Stew inspired by classic Hungarian stews and soups such as Goulash, Paprikash and

Cauliflower Gratin / Gratin de chou-fleur. A creamy, cheesy, with a hint of spice white béchamel sauce, covers florets

Nenthrapazham Puttu ~ Kerala Ripe Plantain Steamed Rice Cakes. Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah Wabarakathuhu, to the lovely

I hope all my fellow muslims had a joyous Eid al Adha. No new recipe

Mtewem / M’thouem ~ An Algerian dish of meatballs and chickpeas in a red sauce packed full of garlic and finished

Today I have for you an Easy Lemon Yoghurt Loaf Cake recipe. It’s sweet, tart, and comes together

When you want a quick meal that is moderately healthy, try this easy Harissa Tuna Pasta

This time last week I had posted a new recipe here for the first in

Karantika – a homemade version of the popular Algerian restaurant / street vendor dish: chickpea

Loubia Hamra meaning ‘red beans‘. Here we are talking Borlotti beans, but it can also refer

Makrout El Louz – Algerian almond cookies coated in icing sugar. Ramadan and Eid just wouldn’t

Makrout El Louz – North African Algerian almond cookies. Ramadan and Eid just wouldn’t be the same in

Baked Makrout are diamond shape semolina pastries, filled with date paste and perfumed throughout with orange

Eggless Honey Lemon Ginger Cake – not exactly what the doctor ordered to cure a

I dislike microwaves yet it’s the only way I make porridge! Adding orange blossom or

Orange Blossom Water subtly perfumes this rustic (chunky!) Pear Crisp / Crumble. A floral touch to an otherwise traditional

I’ve been waiting for the ‘right time’ to post this recipe for just over a

Khobz Eddar literally means ‘bread of the house’ or in other words homemade bread.  Popular throughout North Africa where

Hmiss, a simple and delicious salad of grilled peppers. Fit for your iftar table this Ramadan! Or

Lham Lahlou often spelled Lahm Lahlou, means sweet meat. Ramadan Mubarak to my fellow Muslims. Yup its’ been a

As-Salaamu Alaykum, Angel food cake with lemon curd is a must bake from this years series of The Great

Lablabi / Leblebi – Tunisian chickpeas soup or stew and Tuna Egg Brik – fried pastry parcels. MENA

Semmeltarta A modern-day ‘cake’ version of the Swedish Semla – Cream Bun, flavoured with cardamom filled

Non-Traditional Deep Pan Margherita Pizza I know, I know it’s not the perfect circular pizza but then

Khaliat Nahl – Middle Eastern ‘Beehive’ sweet bread buns. Filled with cream cheese or toffee, topped with seeds

Home-made Tulumba: Turkish deep-fried choux pastry fluted fritters soaked in honey or syrup.  Tulumba are sold in

Food for thought – Apple cider vinegar Vinegar is considered one of the key remedies from islamic

No monkeying around – quick and easy banana-oat muffins. What to do when your husband brings home

For a delicious autumnal breakfast or afternoon snack; cinnamon sugar apple muffins But first of all

The savoury side of muffins Unlike the American muffins of which you can find examples here and here,

Whit’s fur ye’ll no go by ye!  What’s meant to happen to you will happen and

As a child raised by grandparents I had the pleasure of indulging in Bakery staples

Soft and pillowy brioche buns with melting chocolate filling. These chocolate brioche buns are worth all the effort

Chorba Aadess a hearty green lentils soup. Packed full of veggies and optional meat (or chicken).

I’ve shared an Aadess recipe before, made with meat. Today’s healthy vegan soup recipe I cook more

Algerian berkoukes soup; a rich north african spiced, tomato based soup with giant couscous.  This

Nourishing stick-to-your-ribs meals are essential during the colder months. This is a current favourite of

It’s that time of the month again, when MENA cooking club members (join in!) reveal their dishes.

Makrout stuffed with date paste –  North African diamond-shaped fried (you can bake them if you prefer) semolina cookies filled

The best vegan recipe I’ve ever made Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies and I’m happy to say you do not

Cardamom & Rose Ka’ak ~ aromatic yeast leavened cookies. These cookies were a surprisingly wonderful addition to