by flavord1 | Aug 6, 2023 | Desserts
GRAIBA Special Supplies Standard sheet pans (you will need a couple as the cookies need to cool completely before they are moved off the tray) Parchment paper Ingredients 1 cup clarified butter (recipe available under foundations) 1 cup sugar 2 1/2 cups flour...
by Stephen | May 14, 2021 | Sides, Salads, and Meze
If you’ve spent any amount of time on our website, you’ve probably noticed that we have a penchant for posting recipes that call for lamb, beef, or both. (Check out our Kafta and Lamb Stuffed Grapeleaves for proof.) Lucky for our herbivore friends,...
by Taylor | Feb 12, 2021 | Mains
Love our Spinach and Lemon Pies, but looking for a savory Middle Eastern pastry that packs a bit more of a protein punch? Our Meat Pies are for you. The already-delicious flavors of hashwi are rounded out by toasted pine nuts for a bit of crunch, and Lebanese yogurt...
by Taylor | Feb 4, 2021 | Mains, Sides, Salads, and Meze
Falafel is a popular appetizer from the Middle East, known for its light and crispy ball or patty-shaped exterior and fluffy interior. Although falafel is believed to have different origins, it is generally understood that it was likely developed in Egypt around the...
by flavord1 | Jun 17, 2018 | Mains
Stuffed squash is a great dish year round but the summers are the perfect time to take advantage of fresh squash from local farmers markets. This dish was a restaurant favorite and like rolling grape leaves, is one that brought family members together to clean and...
by flavord1 | Jun 12, 2018 | Mains
Stuffed cabbage like rolled grape leaves and stuffed squash was a favorite dish at home and in the restaurant. Many other cultures have similar versions of this hearty yet healthy main dish, but the difference will be seen in the seasonings and meats used. This is...
by flavord1 | Dec 17, 2016 | Heritage
If you’ve already mixed up a batch of our Syrian Spice, then you’re familiar with how many components it requires. While today we think of our blend as providing just the right amount of flavor and complexity, quite a bit of trial and error was involved...
by flavord1 | Oct 3, 2016 | Sides, Salads, and Meze
Baba Ghannouj, or “Baba” for short, is almost identical to hummus in terms of the ingredient list save one critical substitution: that of eggplant for chickpeas, which results in a completely different flavor profile. The best, most delicious Baba is made with charred...
by flavord1 | Oct 2, 2016 | Sides, Salads, and Meze
You should know that we have a bit of a hummus skirmish going on in the Kalil family. Stephen continues to prefer a basic recipe that straddles the line between Israeli and Lebanese hummus, while Big Steve’s tastes are trending as of late toward a creamier hummus with...
by flavord1 | Oct 1, 2016 | Sides, Salads, and Meze
You should know that we have a bit of a hummus skirmish going on in the Kalil family. Stephen continues to prefer a basic recipe that straddles the line between Israeli and Lebanese hummus, while Big Steve’s tastes are trending as of late toward a creamier hummus with...
