

Sahleb/Salep drink
When we say winter, then its the time for Sahleb :) A comfort warm drink that is famous in middle-eastern area, specially the Levant region. Sahleb was introduced to the Middle east by the Ottomans who ruled the region for centuries, so popular in Istanbul . Sahleb powder is extracted from a flower called Orchis, and contains a nutritious starchy polysaccharide substance which gives the drink its characteristic creaminess and fluffiness. Beside the fact that Sahleb powder is


Zaatar Salad
This is close to our familiar Arabic traditional Salad but the addition of green Zaatar leaves (wild oregano) brought it to a next level of yumminess! I thought adding some cooked chickpeas topped with small pieces of Feta cheese would enrich the flavors even more, I end with a sprinkle of sumac and a squeeze of lemon juice and olive oil as a dressing. Zaatar comes in many kinds in the Levant region, the one I used is called green zaatar leaves ( Zaatar akhdar), and it is t


Moroccan Rfissa(chicken with lentils on flat bread)
Its time for Arabic flavor "نكهة عربية" challenge! this time recipe was from Morocco, simple rich dish that was introduced by Rasha Al-anbari (the host of the month) and she was so excited to share her Moroccan dish with us :) This was my entry To know more about this dish, plz read the upcoming words from Rashas' introduction :) Enjoy! I am very pleased to be this month’s host for Arabic Flavour. Today’s recipe is a very delicious one as it is packed with a delightful combi