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Tahini Bean Dip

This quick and easy Tahini Bean Dip is a lighter version of everyone’s favorite, hummus. It’s great for those who finds chickpeas hard to digest. Try this as a snack with some raw vegetables, as a sandwich spread, or as part of a mezze feast alongside our Chicken Shawarma and Middle Eastern Salad. Prep time:Continue reading “Tahini Bean Dip”

Chicken Shawarma

This mildly spiced chicken shawarma makes an excellent addition to a mezze meal. Serve with Israeli Salad, and hummus and pita on the side. Prep time: about 20 minRefrigeration time before serving: 2-12 hours Yield: serves 6 Adapted from a Nigella Lawson recipe Ingredients: 12 skinless, boneless chicken thigh fillets2 lemons4 garlic cloves3 bay leaves2 tspContinue reading “Chicken Shawarma”

Granola

I have finally banished cereal boxes from my kitchen! After years of experimenting, I have finally landed on a healthy breakfast that all three of my lovely children are happy to eat. Low in sugar and featuring a range of nutritious nuts and seeds, this is a filling breakfast to keep busy children and adultsContinue reading “Granola”

Red Lentil Soup

This easy and delicious soup is from Masterchef finalist, Emma Spitzer, whose Middle-Eastern inspired food left a lasting impression. I’ve enjoyed cooking my way through her first cookbook, Fress: Bold, Fresh Flavours from a Jewish Kitchen. Red Lentil Soup (slightly adapted from Fress) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium onions, peeled and diced 4 carrots,Continue reading “Red Lentil Soup”