Have you ever enjoyed Falafel sandwiches at your local Mediterranean restaurant, or grabbed one of these delicious sandwiches from your local Shawerma joint, and wondered just how is it that they get that perfect "twang?" I mean, don't get me wrong, I've wondered the same thing, until I learned how to make the best Tahini Sauce ever! What you'll see at some specialty supermarkets, these days, is Tahini Paste, sold by the jar. That alone, isn't the respective sauce. Although, it is used in many dishes throughout Middle-Eastern, and Mediterranean cuisine, you have to actually prepare this the proper way, respectively, so that it turns out coming together as a sauce. Tahini Sauce, as you may call it, or "Tah-heen" sauce, as it is properly pronounced, has many applications. Traditionally, you may find, many connaisseurs, add it to fried fish, kebab, as well as, other various grilled meats. It is most definitely found in Hummus, and Baba Ganoush (i...

   As you know, I'm at it again! Only this time, I'm comin' at'chya' with a tale of two salads. Well, one extremely healthy, yet delicious salad, but done both ways! Yes! It's Fattoush Salad! Here's how to make the best Fattoush Salad recipe ever! By now, I'm sure you've realized, just how healthy Mediterranean food is. This salad makes the perfect accompaniment to any grilled meats, such as your favorite kebab, or roasted meats. You can also serve this as an appetizer, or prep ahead of time. Here's a pro tip: Prepare the salad, and refrigerate a few hours before you're ready to eat! Leave the toasted Arabic bread aside. You may store it in a large zip lock bag until ready to serve. You also have an option, when it comes to the dressing. Either you can drizzle it in at once, as you go, or make it and, store it in a separate container. Simply, add it in, along with the pita chips, before serving! Here's what you'll need:        ...

  Have you ever been to a social gathering, or a special occasion, and had the pleasure of tasting Baba Ganoush? Moments later, you've probably left the party, wondering how to make it yourself at home. Well, I'm here to debunk the mysticism behind this deliciously addictive, yet appetizing dish! Ingredients:                     2 Large Eggplants(preferably male)                                      1/2 cup Tahini Paste                     1/2 Lemon (juiced)                     2 Garlic Cloves    ...

 It's time to talk "Tabouli!" Well, it's actually, pronounced:"TAH-BOOH-LEH," and it happens to be one of my favorite side dishes. It can be served as an appetizer, or side salad. It is also very healthy, since parsley is known to be a liver cleanser(after a night of drinking, it may even help off-set a hangover!). Getting down to it, the truth is, Tabbouleh has been around for ages! It is known as a Levantine vegetarian salad made of tomatoes, finely chopped parsley, mint, Bulgar, and onion, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Some variations add garlic or lettuce, or use couscous instead of Bulgar. This is a traditional recipe. I don't condone adding unnecessary ingredients like, cucumbers, or lettuce to this salad, because it is meant to be eaten as is. I'm all for keeping things simple! Here's a list of ingredients you'll need  (For 1 bunch of finely chopped flat leaf parsley) add:  1/4 cup fine Bulgur(c...

Throughout the years, I've seen Hummus being commercialized at various grocery stores, restaurants, etc., and I have to say, many people try to add their own spin on things, but really end up killing the dish itself, as they morph it into something it's not! Hummus is Hummus, regardless of how many variations you try and add to it, so it's best to leave it alone. The thought of anything other than chickpeas(garbanzo beans) existing in this ancient dish, is absurd! I've seen others add in, unnecessary things like, basil, pine nuts, parsley, sumac, and, feta cheese to it. I guess you know what they say? "People tend to add fillers to something, in an attempt to overcompensate when they really lack the experience in initially preparing the dish." Honestly? This is the only recipe you will ever need! How do I know this? Because I was born eating this stuff, and I know, my palette. Once you follow my recipe, and try this at home for yourself, you ...