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Berbere
Berbere
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An African spice mixture.

Moroccan Sauce for Kefta
Moroccan Sauce for Kefta
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Prepare your recipe for kefta meatballs. Let them simmer for at least an hour in this spicy tomato-based sauce.

Fried Cabbage
Fried Cabbage
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Fried Cabbage recipe

African Spiced Carrots
African Spiced Carrots
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I can't believe how good these are! I generally hate carrots, even though I love most vegetables and eat them every day. I've been looking for a way to cook carrots that would allow me to add them to my diet. This is it! Thanks so much for posting this wonderful recipe!

Easy Hummus
Easy Hummus
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A tasty hummus recipe made with a bit of lemon juice and curry powder. Perfect for dips or as a sandwich spread.

Sabra Baba Ghanoush (Clone)
Sabra Baba Ghanoush (Clone)
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This version of the garlicky roasted eggplant dip does not have tahini in it as with a traditional version. While I really like an "authentic" baba ghanoush, I also enjoy the commercial Sabra brand, which uses mayo and some spices. It is slightly sweet and has a little kick. This is my rendition.

Phyllo Nut Rolls
Phyllo Nut Rolls
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The combination of orange and spices paired with dark chocolate makes these pretty cookies from Mary LaRock of Waukesha unique and delicious. Their interesting shape enhances any cookie platter.

Turkish Delight
Turkish Delight
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Turkish Delight recipe

Alton Brown's Tzatziki Sauce
Alton Brown's Tzatziki Sauce
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Creamy and tasty tzatziki sauce is quick and easy to make, and packed with flavor. A delicious addition to accomplish any meat course.

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Ash-E Jow (Iranian Barley Soup)
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A delicious soup made with pearl barley, green lentils, onions and dried mint leaves.

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Easy Ginger Beer
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This is a very easy ginger beer recipe, it takes about five minutes to put together and will be ready in less than a day

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Ginger Soft Drink
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A do it yourself ginger ale.

Tabouli (Bulgur Wheat Salad)
Tabouli (Bulgur Wheat Salad)
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A very clean and fresh traditional middle-eastern salad.

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Banana-Coconut Bake (Akwadu)
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This recipe is the best. You have to try it. It's soooo good excpeicealy if you eat it with vanilla ice-cream.

Oil and Lemon Dressing
Oil & Lemon Dressing
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Why buy salad dressing? This is so easy. You can always quickly make a salad dressing using these kitchen staples. Add your own herbs and voila! Instant personality.

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Berbere Sauce
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An Ethiopian (African) style sauce made from a mix of savory spices. From the Frugal Gourmet via the Chile heads mailing list.

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Guvec or Turlu - Vegetable Casserole
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When I have abundant seasonal vegetables, I love making this vegetable casserole, and most of the time I just enjoy it with a loaf of good bread. That is all you need for a good meal.