Burmuelo Recipe

Burmuelo Recipe

2 cups matzah farfel (or crushed matzah)2 large eggs, at room temperature1/2 tsp salt1/2 cup grated Parmesan (optional)1/2 cup crumbled fetaPepper to tasteVegetable oil, for frying Soak matzah farfel in 1 cup warm water. After two minutes, squeeze out the water.In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and salt.Add the two cheeses and the farfel…

MOROCCAN CHAROSET TRUFFLES

MOROCCAN CHAROSET TRUFFLES

1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped2 cups pitted dates1 cup raisins, golden or dark1 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 cup sweet wine Finely ground almond flour and/or dried rose petals to roll charoset balls in (optional) In food processor combine chopped walnuts, dates, raisins and spices until mixture begins to stick together and is finely chopped….

Chicken Tagine

Chicken Tagine

Marinade:½ cup olive oil2 tsp salt2 Tbsp sweet paprika2 Tbsp turmeric1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger, grated8 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 cup chopped cilantro Tagine:1 whole chicken, cut in pieces¼ cup olive oil1 large onion, finely chopped½ cup whole pitted prunes½ cup whole dried apricots1 cinnamon stick1 Tbsp turmeric1 Tbsp cinnamon powder1 big pinch saffron2 fennel…

Quajado de Carne Meat Pie

Quajado de Carne Meat Pie

1 large onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 pounds ground beef1 cup farfel (or crushed matzah)1 tablespoon salt1 teaspoon white pepper1 cup chopped Italian parsley10 eggs (set aside 2) Preheat oven to 400°F.Place the matzah farfel in a small bowl, then pour warm water over it.Warm olive oil in a pan over medium…

Moroccan Vegetable Soup

Moroccan Vegetable Soup

3 tablespoons olive oil2 large leeks, white and pale green parts only, cleaned and sliced1 large onion, chopped2 large carrots, peeled and diced4 stalks celery, chopped2 medium turnips, peeled and diced2-3 large potatoes, peeled and diced2 cups frozen double-peeled fava beans6 cups water, vegetable stock or chicken stock2Tablespoons chicken consommé (optional)Salt and white pepper, to…

Chuck Roast

Chuck Roast

Silan Barbecue Chuck Roast 1 3-4 lb chuck roast3 Tbsp avocado or olive oil10 medium Yukon gold potatoes, washed and chopped in quarters2 tsp kosher salt1 tsp ground black pepper2 red or yellow onions, sliced10 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped2 cups chicken broth or water3/4 cup Silan barbecue sauce • Preheat oven to 300°F.• Place brisket…

Moroccan Fish

Moroccan Fish

3 lbs of branzino, filleted and cut into pieces1/4 tsp salt, for salting fish1/4 cup olive oil6 garlic cloves, finely sliced1 Tbsp cumin2 Tbsp sweet paprika1 tsp salt1 tsp white pepper1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced1 red pepper, sliced in thin strips1 yellow pepper, sliced in thin strips3 medium carrots, cut into thick diagonal chunks3…

ORISA

ORISA

ORISA — Served alongside Dafina or by itself. One can also add meat to this recipe.1/2 cup of olive oil2 large onions,chopped2 large sweet potatoes, cut in large pieces 1 large head garlic, whole and unpeeled2Tbsp paprika1 tsp pepper1 tsp cumin2 chicken bouillon cubesCayenne pepper or harissa, to taste(optional)4 cups of water2 cups wheat berries…

RACHEL’S DAFINA

RACHEL’S DAFINA

1 16 ounce bag garbanzo beans, soaked overnight1 whole head of garlic, unpeeled with top cut off2 pounds boneless cheek meat (any fatty meat will work)3-4 marrow bones (optional)12 small red potatoes, washed2 large sweet potatoes, peeled & halved 1 large onion, peeled and halved2 pitted dates1 Tbsp honeySalt and pepperOlive oilWater1 dozen eggs, rinsed…

Ba’ba Tamar Recipe

Ba’ba Tamar Recipe

Date Filling2 cups date paste1/4 cup olive oil3 Tbsp water1/4 cup crushed walnutsCombine dates and olive oil, then add water and walnuts until mixture becomes a smooth paste. Set aside. Garnish3 eggs1 Tbsp honey1 Tbsp water1/2 cup sesame seedsIn a small bowl, beat together the eggs, honey and water. Set aside. Dough Recipe2 packets active…

Bak’lawa Cake

Bak’lawa Cake

Nut Blend1 cup of coarsely ground almonds and walnuts1/2 cup sugar1 Tbsp finely ground cardamom or cinnamon 3 large eggs, at room temperature1 cup sugar3/4 cup avocado or vegetable oil1 1/2 cups all purpose flour1 Tbsp baking powder3/4 cup water or milk Preheat oven to 350°F.Grease a 9-inch round cake tinBeat the eggs and sugar…

Iraqi Tbit recipe

Iraqi Tbit recipe

Avocado oil 1 chicken, washed and patted dry 3 cups basmati, jasmine or brown rice 2 onions, finely diced 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped  3 large tomatoes, chopped  2 tablespoons tomato paste 10 pods cardamom, crushed 2 teaspoons chicken consommé powder 2 teaspoons sweet paprika 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon cinnamon  1 teaspoon ginger powder…

Cherry Tomato Tartlets

Cherry Tomato Tartlets

1 package frozen puff pastry squares, defrostedFilling1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 medium onion, finely dicedSalt and pepper, to taste10 oz cherry tomatoes, halved1 egg, beaten Preheat oven to 350°F.In a medium skillet, warm oil over medium heat. Add onions, salt and pepper, then sauté until slightly golden, about 5 minutes.Place puff pastry squares on…

Almodronte(Spinach Soufflé)

Almodronte(Spinach Soufflé)

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 medium onion, finely chopped1 pound fresh baby spinach1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons heavy cream1/4 cup matzah meal (optional) Preheat oven to 350°F.In a large pan, warm 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute until they are golden brown. Set asideAdd…

Mushroom Burekas Recipe

Mushroom Burekas Recipe

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided1 large onion, finely diced1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound crimini mushrooms, sliced/diced1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs1 cup chopped Italian parsley1 large sheet of puff pastry, defrosted1 egg, beaten for egg washSesame seeds for garnish Preheat oven to 425°F.In…

Biscochos Recipe

Biscochos Recipe

4 eggs1 cup sugar2/3 cup oil2 teaspoon vanilla6-7 cups cake flour2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons vanilla essencePinch of salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda Topping1/4 cup fine sugar2 teaspoons cinnamon Preheat oven to 350°F.In a stand mixer, combine all the ingredients until the dough comes together and forms a ball.Place dough on the counter and gently knead…

Classic Skillet Chicken

Classic Skillet Chicken

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil2 medium onions, sliced8 garlic cloves, finely chopped2 tsp sweet paprika2 tsp turmeric2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 celery heart, 1 inch dice4 Yukon gold potatoes, 2 inch dice1 tsp kosher salt1 whole chicken cut into 10 pieces, plus 6 wings1 tsp Aleppo pepper2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning2 cups chicken stock or…

Semolina Kubbah

Semolina Kubbah

1/2 cup finely chopped Italian parsley1 medium onion, grated2 tsp baharat spice1 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp pepperFor the dough1 cup farina1 cup semolina1/4 lb ground beef1 cup warm water1 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp pepper• In a large bowl, combine one pound ground beef, Italian parsley, grated onion, baharat, salt and pepper. Set aside.• In a…

Tomato Cuajado

Tomato Cuajado

4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided5 medium tomatoes, diced3 14oz cans diced tomatoes, strained1 tsp sugar9 large eggs1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepper4 thick slices of challah (cut into bite size pieces)1 8oz container feta cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese½ cup grated Romano cheese (optional)I cup chopped Italian parsleyI egg, whisked for egg wash…

Sephardic Spice Nuts

Sephardic Spice Nuts

2 ½ cups unsalted mixed nuts2 Tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped½ tsp cayenne pepper½ tsp sumac2 tsp dark brown sugar1 tsp kosher salt1 Tbsp unsalted butter or vegan butter, melted Preheat oven to 350°F.Place the nuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.Place the sheet in the oven and toast until the nuts are…