Looking for something fun to try your cooking skills on? Give these cookbooks a read and discover a whole world of spicy, ancient, and above all delicious recipes, all from the Middle East!
Written from her point of view as an Arab in diaspora, Reem shows how her heritage has inspired her recipes in this book, which is particularly noteworthy for its robust section on breads and desserts, such as Hazelnut-Praline Baklava Rolls, with…
Menashe and Gergis, both Los Angeles chefs, recreate foods Menashe recalls from his Tel Aviv upbringing, along with Moroccan, Armenian, and Palestinian traditions in this enticing cookbook. Sample recipes include Shakshuka (eggs baked in tomato…
Assad showcases the cooking of Beirut, the capitol of Lebanon, in this accessible and wide-ranging cookbook featuring recipes from the classics to more modern fare. Sample recipes include Lemon Sorbet, Sahlab (salep milk), and Roasted Cauliflower…
In this debut cookbook by the Egyptian Canadian chef and CBC TV host, Massoud inspires readers to try something new with 100 recipes celebrating his heritage, including modern plates such as Chickpea Fries with Harissa Mayo and Coffee and Coriander…
Introduced to Syrian cuisine by her husband and mother-in-law, Gorsky shares favorite Middle Eastern recipes in this book, such as Parsley & Bulgur Wheat Salad (Tabbouleh); Sumac-Spiced Chicken and Onion Wraps (Musakhan); and Spicy Oil-Cured…
Featuring more than 90 sophisticated yet approachable recipes, Ghayour presents a delicious array of authentic Middle Eastern dishes inspired by the celebratory feasts of her childhood in Iran, including recipes, such as Goat Cheese & Filo Pies,…
Written from their unique cross-cultural perspective, Ottolenghi (born in Jerusalem's Jewish West) and Tamimi (born in its Arab East) explore the diverse Muslim, Jewish, Arab, Christian, and Armenian communities of Jerusalem in this collection of…
In this collection of 75 recipes, Sercarz shows how to utilize regional ingredients and spices, such as sumac, sesame, nuts, legumes, and za'atar, along with highlighting each ingredient's history, production, and agricultural details and photo…
Originally published in 1972, this updated version of Roden's classic features more than 800 recipes from throughout the Middle East, including aromatic variations that accent a dish and define the country of origin, such as cinnamon and allspice…
In this mother-son effort, De Mayee collects 60+ recipes rooted in Assyrian cooking, the cuisine of Christians from the Middle East. This includes iconic foods, such as Baklava and Kebabs, but also recipes with unique ingredients, such as grape…
Interweaving personal anecdotes and historical context with delicious recipes, Kassis shares with home cooks her collection of nearly 150 delicious, easy-to-follow recipes ranging from simple breakfasts and quick-to-prepare salads to celebratory…
In this heartfelt culinary tribute to Ramadhan, Hussain provides recipes for main meal and desserts for each of the 30 day of the fast and the Eid celebration that follows it, including Watermelon Rind Curry, Kulfi Ice Cream Bars, Pulled Chicken…
This collection of 52 Iraqi Jewish and Middle Eastern-focused salad recipes features classic and less-expected pairings, such as peaches, basil, and hazelnut and grilled leek with pomegranate, walnuts, spring onion, mint, dill, and lemon zest.…
Khan offers 80 recipes, alongside thoughtful profiles, in this cookbook that provides glimpses into life in Palestine. Recipes emphasize both well-known dishes and local ingredients, including Freekah with Butternut Squash and Kale; Gazan Beef,…