Category: Mediterranean cuisine

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Lebanese Green Bean Stew (Lubyi) by Danielle | Vegan, Gluten-free, Mediterranean Diet

Today, Lebanese Green bean stew or « Lubyi» 🇱🇧 by @edithandherbert . Thank you Danielle for this delicious, vegan and gluten free dish. Danielle made hers low FODMAP which is something new I learned today 😄. See her version at @lowfodmaplebanese  . This is a very special recipe because Danielle’s mom would make this at least once a week. I like to think that cooking … Continue reading Lebanese Green Bean Stew (Lubyi) by Danielle | Vegan, Gluten-free, Mediterranean Diet

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Bolos de bacalhau (Portuguese salt cod fritters)

Okay I admit I went all out on this one and splurged. The main ingredient “bacalhau” is a dried codfish that is a must in Portuguese cuisine. I wanted to experiment after coming back from my trip in Lisbon, so I found it on Amazon for $25. A week later, salt cured fish with ice packs were delivered to my door. I realize most of … Continue reading Bolos de bacalhau (Portuguese salt cod fritters)

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Lamb with Potatoes Tagine

This recipe works well for lamb or beef. The spices and prunes give sweetness which can be omitted if you don’t like it sweet. It’s one of those meals that taste even better the day after.For more recipes and stories, check out my new cookbook “Stories from Morocco: a food and travel memoir” now available through Kindle.  Prep time: 15 minutes  Cook time: 45-50 minutes Ingredients … Continue reading Lamb with Potatoes Tagine

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couscous, everyday moroccan recipes, lamb, lamb potatoes, marrakech, mediterranean, Mediterranean cuisine, moroccan food, morocco, tagine

Lamb with Potatoes Tagine

This recipe works well for lamb or beef. The spices and prunes give sweetness which can be omitted if you don’t like it sweet. It’s one of those meals that taste even better the day after.For more recipes and stories, check out my new cookbook “Stories from Morocco: a food and travel memoir” now available through Kindle.  Prep time: 15 minutes  Cook time: 45-50 minutes Ingredients … Continue reading Lamb with Potatoes Tagine

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Upcoming Gnocchi Classes in Beverly Hills!

Homemade Gnocchi 101 with Fresh Tomato Sauce We had a great class this past weekend, making fresh gnocchi with two sauces, tomato-basil and brown-butter sage. If you want to join the fun in the next one, see details below.  Event will take place at the Coral Tree Cafe Beverly Hills 225 S Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 6:30pm-8:30pm Buy tickets through Cocusocial. Click on the date … Continue reading Upcoming Gnocchi Classes in Beverly Hills!

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feta, grilled eggplant, Mediterranean cuisine, open faced pita recipe, parsley, Uncategorized, vegetarian recipe, whole cumin seeds

Grilled Pita

Take me to Shape up America! Inspired by my little baby eggplants, I decided to quickly grill them to retain their flavor and composure. I grilled the pita too, spicing it up with some whole cumin seeds, a tip I got from eating street food in China. They grilled meats, and veggies like eggplant, and served it in your hand piping hot, so you would … Continue reading Grilled Pita

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