Middle Eastern
Hummus Tehina
We love chef Michael Solomonov's hummus all by itself, but it's also an incredible foundation for any seasonal toppings, from harissa-spiced shaved carrots to spiced black-eyed peas to fresh spring peas and pickled onions.
Why Tahini Is the New Kale
You might know the classic Middle Eastern sesame paste from your local falafel shop. But get ready to see it everywhere else—even in your smoothies.
How to Make Chicken Shawarma in Just 22 Minutes
Make our oven-roasted shawarma-spiced chicken pitas in just 22 minutes.
Shawarma-Spiced Chicken Pita
This quick-cooking version of the street-food favorite features chicken that is crisp on the outside yet moist and juicy on the inside.
Falafel Mushroom Loaf
This hearty meatless loaf combines earthy wild mushrooms with classic falafel spices.
Eat Hummus for Dinner
Turn your favorite dip into a satisfying meal with these 5 topping ideas.
Baked Pasta With Merguez and Harissa-Spiked Sauce
We stole your nonna's ziti and took it on a self-discovery tour of Middle Eastern flavors. Sorry—it doesn't want to come home.
6 Middle Eastern-Inspired Recipes for the Weekend
Let's break out the exotic spices.
Spiced Green Tahini Sauce
If you don't have both spices, it's okay to omit one or the other.
Shredded Cabbage Salad With Pomegranate and Tomatoes
You can stuff this slawlike salad inside your pita, or eat it on its own.
Fresh Herb Falafel
Make your next party a falafel party with this irresistible recipe.
Cookbook Review: Michael Solomonov's Zahav
Chef Michael Solomonov's un-cheffy restaurant book will teach you to make a mean hummus while embracing the many cuisines of Israel.
Israeli-Style Hummus
Make this super luscious hummus and you'll never go back to store-bought.
The Breakfast Food That Makes Meat More Tender
The same aspects of yogurt that make it delicious also make it an amazing meat tenderizer.
A New Way to Eat Yogurt for Breakfast
It's time to take yogurt beyond fruit and granola.
Crispy Curry-Roasted Chickpeas
These spicy and crunchy chickpeas make a crowd-pleasing snack to serve with cocktails.
Corn and Fregola with Grilled Halloumi Cheese
If this were our party, we'd get all the grilling out of the way early in the day and toss this Mediterranean fantasy of a salad together in our caftans.
Cabbage and Carrot Slaw with Walnut-Za'atar Pesto
The usual slaw suspects get a modern upgrade thanks to a salty-cheesy walnut pesto.