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Middle Eastern
A collection from the Robin & Willow kitchen
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Red Mujaddarah with Lentils and Bulgur
Soft lentils and silky tangles of sweet olive-oil onions make a deeply savory Lebanese pantry dinner and one of my favorite recipes of 2026.
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Persian Hummus with Spiced Minced Ribeye
Persian Hummus with Spiced Minced Ribeye – A silky-smooth hummus topped with aromatic, spiced ribeye. This high-protein Persian-style dish is perfect for dipping, sharing, and craving again and again.
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Authentic Lebanese Spinach Stew (Sabanekh w Riz) – A Flavorful, Healthy One-Pot Meal
Lebanese Spinach Stew (Sabanekh) is a hearty, one-pot meal with tender spinach, savory beef, garlic, and warm spices. An easy, budget-friendly weeknight dinner to feed the whole family. Serve over rice for pure comfort.
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Grilled Arayes, a Middle Eastern Culinary Gem of a Dinner!
Discover the irresistible flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with this delicious Arayes dinner! Enjoy crispy, succulent meat-stuffed pitas paired with two vibrant salads: a cauliflower salad with toasted almonds and vinegar-soaked cherries, and a grated carrot salad with smoky roasted chickpeas and salted pistachios. Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, this meal is sure to…
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Shawarma Chicken & Spiced Yellow Rice Lunch + The Simplest Homemade Yeasted Naan
Enjoy a flavorful Shawarma Chicken and Yellow Rice lunch featuring marinated and grilled chicken thighs or breasts seasoned with cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Paired with aromatic yellow rice, fresh veggies, and a zesty yogurt sauce, it’s perfect for a lunch plate, bowl, or a convenient wrap-to-go.
