
What Is Sumac and How Do I Cook with It?
Prized for the sharp citrusy flavor it brings to dishes, sumac has been used around the world for thousands of years and is now taking hold in America.


Hummus
Once you learn how to make hummus from scratch, you'll never want to go back to store-bought dip!

Slow-Cooker Chicken Tagine with Pumpkin
I first discovered tagines—Moroccan stews—when my oldest son was a baby, and I've loved them ever since. I used a...

Syrian Green Beans with Fresh Herbs
This how my mom always made green beans. She got the recipe from a neighbor when we lived in Turkey....

Indian-Spiced Beefy Lettuce Wraps
Since I love the flavors of Indian food, I almost always have coconut milk, a jar of mango chutney and...

Moroccan Lamb Lettuce Wraps
I am a huge fan of both Moroccan lamb and lettuce wraps. This combination—with the creamy dressing and crunchy cucumber—makes...


Suya
Spice up your party platters with beef suya, a beloved West African street food. These skewers of perfectly grilled thin...

Shakshuka Breakfast Pizza
I turned traditional shakshuka into a fun morning pizza. Its sweet, spicy and crunchy ingredients make it perfect for morning,...

Spicy Peruvian Potato Soup
This robust Peruvian soup (known there as locro de papa) has the comfort of potatoes and the warming spiciness of...

Pressure-Cooker Chickpea Tagine
While traveling through Morocco, my wife and I fell in love with the complex flavors of the many tagines we...

Pressure Cooker Chicken with Raisins and Capers
Capers, golden raisins and fresh basil give this dish a sweetly savory flavor. And what's even better than that? The...

Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets
I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, pita sandwiches and Moroccan seasonings. The addition of the carrot salad laced pomegranate seeds and...

Baklava Thumbprint Cookies
The topping on my sister-in-law's peach cobbler was so delicious that I asked for the recipe; then I decided to...

Moroccan Chickpea Stew
For a 30-minute-meal that's warm and vibrant, try this hearty Moroccan chickpea stew. It's packed with squash, veggies and warm...

Pear and Pomegranate Lamb Tagine
Pomegranate, pear and orange go together so well that I decided to use them to prepare a Middle Eastern-themed tagine...

Slow-Cooker Chickpea Tagine
Don't have a ceramic tagine? No problem! This slow-cooker chickpea tagine delivers the vibrant, aromatic flavors of North African cuisine...

Slow-Simmered Chicken with Raisins, Capers and Basil
Capers, golden raisins and fresh basil give this dish a sweetly savory flavor. And what's better than that? The kids...

Moroccan Pizza
Sweet dried fruit, warm spices and a shower of fresh mint give this Moroccan pizza its bold character.

Here’s Why You Should Add Moroccan Food to Your Menu ASAP
Curious about one of the fastest-growing food trends of the year? From the spices to stock up on to the...

Moroccan Shrimp
Moroccan shrimp and Israeli couscous simmer with onions, pine nuts and a traditional seasoning blend until they're plump and steeped...

Tangerine Chicken Tagine
My family and friends love foods from around the world, especially Moroccan entrees, so I created this flavorful dish. Cooking...

Moroccan Cauliflower and Almond Soup
This soup tastes rich and decadent but is really very healthy! Bonus—it is vegan and also makes your house smell...

Lehmejun (Armenian Pizza)
This pizza-style recipe came from my friend Ruby's mom, who is a crazy-good cook. I added my own flair and...

Moroccan Pot Roast
My husband loves meat and I love veggies, so we're both happy with this spicy twist on beefy pot roast....

Iced Honeydew Mint Tea
I grow mint in the garden on my balcony. For this tea, I blend two of my favorite beverages—Moroccan mint...

Chicken with Sugar Pumpkins & Apricots
When we have family gatherings, we give the slow cooker kitchen duty. This yummy chicken with pumpkin and apricots has...

Moroccan Spice Blend
For years, we've enjoyed dishes flavored with this version of ras el hanout, a Moroccan spice blend we use on...

Buttery Rhubarb Baklava
I like to take treats to my co-workers at the nursery/gift shop where I work. When rhubarb season arrives, I...