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PersianAbgoosht (Persian Lamb & Chickpea Stew — Dizi)
Hearty Persian lamb-and-chickpea stew that’s eaten like a full meal — broth as a soup and the tender solids mashed and spooned with bread. Slow-simmering builds deep, sour-and-savory flavor from dried limes and tomato paste.
3 hr 30 min·projectGluten-freeDairy-free
TurkishImam Bayıldı (Stuffed & Braised Eggplants)
A classic Turkish dish of oil‑braised eggplants filled with a sweet‑tangy onion and tomato mixture. Serve warm or at room temperature as a mezze or light main — it tastes even better the next day.
1 hr 40 min·mediumVeganGluten-free
LebaneseFul Mudammas (Lebanese Fava Bean Stew) — make-ahead mezze for the week
A classic Lebanese-style ful (stewed fava beans) that keeps well in the fridge and flavors deepen over a few days. Eat cold or gently warmed for breakfasts, lunches or as a mezze across the week.
1 hr 20 min·easyVeganGluten-free
PersianGhormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb Stew with Lamb and Kidney Beans)
A classic Iranian stew of slow-braised lamb, tart dried limes and a large, fragrant mixture of fried herbs. It’s richly savory, naturally gluten-free, and makes excellent leftovers.
2 hr 25 min·mediumGluten-freeDairy-free
LebaneseLoubieh bi Zeit — Lebanese Green Beans in Tomato & Olive Oil (One-Pot)
A classic Lebanese one-pot of green beans slowly braised in tomato, olive oil and warm spices. Minimal washing up, brightened with lemon — an easy vegan main or side.
45 min·easyVeganGluten-free
PersianFesenjan (Persian Pomegranate–Walnut Stew)
A classic Persian braise of chicken simmered in a rich, tangy-sweet pomegranate and walnut sauce. It tastes even better a day or two later, so make it ahead for easy weekday meals.
1 hr 50 min·mediumGluten-freeDairy-free
- Lebanese
Baba Ghanoush (Lebanese Roasted Eggplant Dip)
Smoky, silky roasted eggplant blended with tahini, lemon and garlic — a classic Lebanese mezze that’s naturally gluten-free and easy to make at home.
1 hr 10 min·easyVegetarianVegan
- Syrian
Shorbet Adas — Syrian Red Lentil Soup
A quick, gently spiced Syrian red lentil soup (shorbet adas) that’s comforting and weeknight-fast — brightened with lemon and topped with crisp parsley and caramelized garlic oil.
27 min·easyVegetarianVegan