This homemade kashk recipe is going to be your next best friend, allowing you to make countless Persian and other Middle Eastern dishes that call for it. What is Kashk? Kashk, to put it in the simplest terms, is a…
Mirza Ghasemi is an exquisite, vegetarian dip from the northern region of Iran, with smoked aubergines (eggplants), tomatoes and garlic. And its crowning glory? The eggs that are stirred in right at the last minute. Mirza Ghasemi Origin Mirza Ghasemi…
Mutabal is a rustic dip made with smoky aubergines, yoghurt and tahini. It bears a strong resemblance to the more well known baba ghanoush and the Greek melitzanosalata. What is Mutabal? Also spelt muttabal and moutabal, it is a dish…
Barbari is a traditional Persian bread that you will just love baking and eating! What is Barbari? Barbari, crisp on the outside, light and airy on the inside is a favourite, traditional Persian flatbread. It is a popular bread for…
Monk’s salad, or saltat al rahib is a salad that will tick all the cravings you have. It’s a mix of cooked and raw, perfect for when you want a salad that’s more substantial than usual. What is Monk’s Salad?…
This Vegan Egyptian Moussaka, or Mesa’ah, is perfect for vegetarians, vegans or for those of you who practise a low protein or low carb lifestyle. What is Vegan Egyptian Moussaka? Egyptian Moussaka is a close cousin of the more common…