Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly Lebanese, has a lot of fans in Australia, and for good reason. With a huge variety of grains, vegetables and poultry, Lebanese food is simple, fresh and packed with flavour. And it’s the perfect kind of food to dish up for the family. Who can resist piping hot falafel, crunchy fattoush and creamy hummus?
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Tabouli with char-grilled eggplant
Tabouli with char-grilled eggplant
This vegetarian Middle Eastern dish takes just 10 minutes to create but is packed full of flavour.
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Quinoa falafel with green tahini
This healthy Lebanese-inspired falafel platter is absolutely mouth-watering served with a summery heirloom tomato salad and pita breads.
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Eggplant and tabbouleh stacks with chickpea puree
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Chicken kebabs with garlic sauce
Wrap fresh pita bread snugly around this delicious chicken kebab with garlic sauce. Add plenty of fresh salad and you have perfectly balanced meal, with limited washing up. Win.
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Lebanese meatball pocket
Experience authentic Lebanese flavours at home with these quick and easy meatball pockets! Full of fresh ingredients, this makes a great family lunch or dinner.
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Fatteh
This delicious Middle Eastern dip is made with chickpeas, yoghurt and garlic. Serve it up with fresh Lebanese bread to create a delicious starter or healthy snack.
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Baked kibbeh
Considered the national dish of many Middle Eastern nations, Kibbeh, is made of burghul, minced onions and finely ground lean beef, lamb, goat or camel meat with and mixed spices.
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Just a few moments on the grill and these perfectly spiced lamb koftas will fill your senses with the smells of a Middle Eastern celebration. Team them with traditional dips and warm pita, and you’ll have a platter fit for a king.
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Many Middle Eastern countries consider baklava their own traditional dessert. We’re not sure where it was originally invented. We’re just glad to experience the sweet flaky goodness.
