Published on April 30, 2025

This samosa-like stuffed and fried parcel is a favourite Middle Eastern snack or side dish that pairs perfectly with the fresh and zesty parsley. Sambousek Makes about 18 Ingredients 1½ cups (225g) flour, + extra for dusting ½ tsp (3ml) salt 3 Tbsp (45ml) olive oil ½ cup (125ml) water Oil, for frying For the […]

Published on April 29, 2025

Why rush greatness? Deep flavours, tender textures and all the cosy comfort you crave – these slow-cooked dishes are more delicious and decadent than ever.    Slow-cooked eisbein with pumpkin pancakes  Serves 6   Ingredients  For the eisbein  1 onion, quartered 1 can (410g) chopped tomatoes  2 carrots, chopped 2 cloves garlic  800g eisbein 2 cups […]

Published on April 27, 2025

Fatayer is the Middle Eastern version of Spanish empanadas or Italian calzones. These doughy parcels are for giving and gathering, and  make for a mean road trip snack, too.  Spinach and feta fatayer Makes 8 Ingredients ⅔ cup (160ml) milk, slightly warmed 2 Tbsp (30ml) sugar 1 Tbsp (15ml) instant yeast 2 cups (240g) flour, […]

Published on April 26, 2025

From gatherings to celebrations and everything in-between, amp up your meals with our favourite dips, along with some snacks to soak it all up. Toum (Lebanese garlic sauce)  Makes 1 cup  The garlic flavour of this dip can seem spicy or overwhelming at first, but as the flavour moves, it falls away into a softer […]

Published on April 25, 2025

These four wallet-friendly padkos recipes are easy to pack, delicious and guaranteed to keep those travel munchies in check.  Chicken wraps with cranberry and whipped feta  Makes 4 wraps // Cooking time 20 minutes    Ingredients  1 cup smooth cottage cheese 1 cup feta ¼ cup parsley, chopped 4 wholewheat wraps ½ red onion, thinly […]

Published on April 24, 2025

Bring take-aways home with these better-than-bought home-made “fake-aways” recipes! These recipes bring all the comfort and flavour of your go-to spots – minus the delivery fee.  Soda-water-battered fish and chips  Serves 4 // Hands-on 40 minutes   Ingredients  250ml flour 250ml cornflour ½ tsp turmeric Salt and lemon pepper 500ml soda water 800g hake, divided […]

Published on April 24, 2025

Take a trip to the Middle East with only one bite of these sticky, sweet filled pancakes. Rose and orange custard pancakes Makes 16  Ingredients 1 tsp (5ml) instant dry yeast 1 tsp (5ml) sugar 1½ cups (375ml) lukewarm milk 1 cup (150g) flour  ½ cup (168g) semolina flour ¼ cup (60ml) water   For the […]

Published on April 23, 2025

These cheesy date & bacon pastry twists will be your new favourite party snack. Cheesy date & bacon pastry twists  Makes 15  The goat’s cheese is fantastic with the dates but can easily be left out. For a halal-friendly option, leave out the bacon.  Ingredients 1 packet (400g) puff pastry, defrosted 2 tsp (10ml) garlic […]

Published on April 22, 2025

This crunchy, golden dessert is a celebration of Middle Eastern flavours. We used SELATI Sugar to create this delightful delicacy that will leave you craving more with every bite!  Orange blossom, white sesame & pistachio kunafa Serves 8   Ingredients  2 cups (400g) SELATI White Sugar 1 cup (250ml) water 2 tsp (10ml) lemon juice 1 […]

Published on April 17, 2025

Get ready to hop into dessert heaven with these three delicious Easter desserts that are bound to impress your guests!    Easter Malva Bundt cake  Serves 8-10 // Cooking time 1 hour 35 minutes  Ingredients  For the malva pudding  3 cups (450g) flour ½ cup (60g) cocoa powder 1 tsp (5ml) salt 6 Tbsp (90g) butter, […]