Grilled Steak with Israeli - North African BBQ Rub by John Spottiswood

Almost nothing tastes better on steak or lamb that is thick enough to slice than an Israeli or North African spice rub. I combined a bit of both in this rub, using the base from an Israeli Hawaij rub and adding coriander which is more commonly found in Moroccan rubs. The combination is phenomenal. You won't be disappointed!

Moroccan Style Lamb with Eggplant by John Spottiswood

This is another great recipe from the best of the San Francisco Chronicle. The combination of the lamb and eggplant with the rich and wonderful lemon infused sauce is just amazing. Meaty lamb shanks or leg meat are cooked in aromatic liquid before being roasted over slices of eggplant. I think the original recipe over weighted the…

PERSIAN KUFTEH BERENJI by Linda Tay Esposito

Big balls of aromatic fresh herbs, rice, beef and lamb. It's a whole meal by itself. Adding dairy to meatballs make them tender. The Advieh is a Persian spice mix of cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, cloves and rose petals.

Rosemary-scented lentils and sausage by Kimberly Lindstrom

Best. lentils. Ever.

Lebanese kibbeh by Easy Cook - Laka kuharica

These delicious and simple patties are an easy version of the traditional Lebanese kibbeh.

Spiced pork medallions with cranberries by Easy Cook - Laka kuharica

Savory, tasty pork medallions with a sweet touch of cranberries.

Lasagna by Carolinaheartstrings

The Husband is delighted this month because it is International recipe month at Carolina HeartStrings and I decided to make one of his favorite things, lasagna. Nothing fancy, just an easy, always tasty recipe, not an authentic Italian recipe I know, but it is delicious! My mother was a great cook and made all kinds of dishes,…

Lamb Kofte Meatballs by Farrell May Podgorsek

These little lamb meatballs are flavorful and juicy. Middle Eastern spicing gives them an unexpected flavor. Make them small for appetizers, or larger for a filling lunch or dinner. Serve them in a flatbread or pita with pomegranate sauce. You can saute these meatballs or thread them on a skewer and grill them. Be sure to make the…

Kefta Kebab by Farrell May Podgorsek

Middle Eastern ground beef kebab. We use naturally lean pasture-raised beef so I add olive oil to increase the moisture content and keep the patties nice and juicy. Be sure to refrigerate the meat mixture for at least two hours to firm up the meat and allow the seasonings to flavor the meat. I cooked these indoors on a cast iron…

Beef Koobideh by Farrell May Podgorsek

Persian spiced meatball. These are incredible. Ground Sumac flavors these meatballs with a citrus zing. Simple to make and so flavorful. They will be a hit anytime. Make the meat mixture ahead of time and refrigerate the meatballs after placing on skewers until they are cold. These are best if you can prepare the meat mixture a day…

Rice and potato by fateme shahin

this is a very delicious Iranian food, i tried in an Iranian restaurant. It's made so easily! Enjoy

Crispy Falafel with Yogurt by Keli Calderon

Yellow Rice by Korinna

I love rice :-)