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How to Make Thai Mango Sticky Rice

July 22, 2018 by Analida 37 Comments

Thai Mango Sticky rice: A simple and delicious dessest with coconut milk and jasmine rice. | ethnicspoon.com

Mango sticky rice is one of those Thai desserts you HAVE to try. You will be amazed at how such an unlikely duo can make such a decadent thai dessert. Lately I’ve been on this Thai food kick. It all started when my daughter sent us two books on Thai cooking from her ongoing adventures…

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Lebanese Lamb Fatayer

March 5, 2017 by Analida 11 Comments

Here is a fun dish to try! Try a simple and exotic Lebanese lamb fatayer with a simple dough and an incredible spice mixture. This is a Lebanese version of a calzone and will be a family favorite and fun to make too! | ethnicspoon.com

I can honestly say that I’ve never met a carbohydrate I didn’t like, so this Turkish pastry is right up my alley. It can be a snack, lunch, or a delectable dinner. I am all in favor of foods that can be eaten at different times of day. Versatility is key in my Lebanese lamb…

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Savory Feta Walnut Scones

June 26, 2016 by Analida 7 Comments

Melt in your mouth savory feta walnut scones. These have a crispy, crumlby and salty combination of flavors. | ethnicspoon.com

Savory scones are a win! I love scones in any way shape (there’s only one shape, really) or form.  Savory ones too? Yup, absolutely! Savory feta walnut scones are the perfect afternoon snack, breakfast, or a great addition to the dreaded department meeting. Move over doughnuts! How I discovered this easy scones recipe  A few  weekends ago…

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Turkish Bread: Pide

May 22, 2016 by Analida 10 Comments

Pide: A savory Turkish bread baked with a variety of ingredients. Try some feta, mozzarella, and parsley. You can add tomato, spinach, egg or ground seasoned lamb if you like. | ethnicspoon.com

I’ve never met a carbohydrate I didn’t like! I am in love with Turkish bread: pide. So what exactly is pide? Well, it’s a Turkish bread that can be eaten plain or stuffed. Some of the most popular stuffing choices are: seasoned lamb, feta, or spinach There are also regional differences. Similar dishes to pide can be found…

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Nigella Seeds

August 6, 2014 by Analida Leave a Comment

nigella seeds a brief history | ethnicspoon.com

Nigella? Nigel’s twin sister? Nigella Lawson? NO!!! Read on….. Nigella seeds are a small and ancient oblong seed believed to be native to the Mediterranean. Through the whims of nature and steady commercial trade they  have spread throughout North Africa, Southern Europe and Eastern Asia. Nigella seeds are the seeds of Nigella Sativa, an annual…

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Naan: Grilled Flat Bread from India

March 4, 2014 by Analida 6 Comments

Indian Naan bread

Naan is a flatbread original to Northern India. One could say that it is a close cousin to pita bread.  Naan is also prevalent in Central and South Asia where it is traditionally served as an accompaniment to stews. Naan vs. Pita The history of naan can be traced to the 14th century, making it…

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Poğaças – Savory Turkish Pastries

January 6, 2014 by Analida 20 Comments

turkish pogaca cheese turnover

Poğaças  pronounced pwa-cha is a savory Turkish pastry made with feta and blue cheese.  They are a close cousin to the Middle Eastern cheese fatayer, or the Greek tiropita.    The dough is similar in consistency to that of a biscuit dough. It uses no eggs, and has a nice elasticity that makes it incredibly easy…

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Lebanese Cheese Fatayer

September 8, 2013 by Analida 29 Comments

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Lebanese cheese fatayers are savory pastries found throughout the Middle East. Fatayers can also be filled with meat (lamb fatayer is traditional.) Fatayers are found throughout the Arab world in pastry shops and market stalls.  They can be triangular in shape or cigar-shaped (like the recipe below.) These are similar to the Turkish pogacas or the…

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