Sumac

• Za'atar sticks
• Za'atar spice mix

Za'atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend that will become one of your favorite seasonings the moment you try it. Make these crispy za'atar puff pastry sticks and serve them at your house party or... read more

Sumac has a lemony, zesty flavor and is perfect for roasted chicken. This recipe uses dried sumac, which can be found in the spice aisle. Chef Berglund also shares a great trick for getting the crispiest skin possible. read more

This hearty and healthy salad reflects influences from Iranian cuisine. One of its main ingredients is sumac, a spice widely used in Middle Eastern cuisine. It imparts a tart flavor and a reddish hue to dishes. And while sumac isn't quite as... read more

Try this springtime take on the Levantine fattoush bread salad. Toss toasted pita bread with crisp, succulent greens, spices, and a refreshing lemon dressing. Serve immediately to keep the bread from getting soggy. read more

Beef brisket is rubbed with a pastrami spice mixture and smoked first open and then in parchment. After ten hours, the meat is incredibly juicy, with a crispy, savory crust. This recipe is suitable for both offset and read more

• Turkey
• Gravy

Before roasting, marinate the turkey for two days in a dry spice mix with Provencal herbs and sumac, resulting in an incredibly flavorful and juicy turkey. Use the juices rendered during roasting to make a gravy for the turkey, adding a little... read more

Roasting vegetables in foil packets over coals adds a deeper, smoky flavor. Roast them in individual portions and serve with a lemon vinaigrette and za'atar, topped with crumbled feta. This Mediterranean combination... read more

Baba ganoush is a classic Levantine appetizer made with eggplant and tahini, a sesame paste that's also popular in the Middle East. Yogurt can be added to various versions of baba ganoush (usually to soften the garlic flavor), and many... read more

This light dish of kofta and tomatoes baked on a single baking sheet is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. You can use ground lamb, beef, or a combination of both to make the kofta. The following spices add a delightful aroma to the dish: read more

• Pita chips
• Deep
• Baba Ganoush
• Tzatziki

This healthy appetizer is filled with delicious Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors. The dip consists of three perfectly complementary layers: eggplant baba ganoush, refreshing tzatziki, and a light salad of fresh bell peppers. read more

Fattoush is a Levantine salad made with fried pita bread and seasonal vegetables, including lettuce, cucumber, and tomato. Its distinctive flavor comes from a dressing made with sumac and pomegranate molasses. Thanks to its... read more

Seasoned with cumin and sumac and drizzled with a vibrant lemon vinaigrette, this cauliflower salad is the perfect complement to your barbecue or shashlik. It's best to grill the cauliflower in a grill basket to prevent the florets from falling through the grill grate, but... read more

• Chicken
• Provencal dressing

It's hard to impress anyone with a chicken dish, but this recipe will help you create an unusual dish from such an ordinary ingredient. This easy-to-cook meat requires virtually no time to bake, and the sauce is perfect - read more

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

• Chickpeas in a slow cooker:

Using a food processor, Alton Brown makes a creamy Middle Eastern dip in just 15 minutes that's perfect for serving with crispy pita bread, saltine crackers, or your child's favorite veggies. read more

A recipe for whole chicken smoked on the indirect grill grate, pre-rubbed with a warm mixture of ginger, lemon zest and mustard seeds, the remaining spices, cardamom, cinnamon and cloves, are placed on the coals for flavor. For - read more

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Detailed recipe with photos.