Notes about Recipes in this book

• North African saffron and herb sauce (Chermoula)

  • alysekstokes on June 26, 2025

    The best chermoula I’ve ever had! The saffron makes this so elegant while the garlic and herbs keep it bright and fresh. I made it to serve over halibut, but have been using the rest of it on everything I can think of—veggies, salads, for dipping bread.

• Walnut, roasted red pepper, and pomegranate dip (Muhammara)

  • Nrnarayan on July 30, 2025

    liked this but it came out a little thick for my taste. It's not the fault of the recipe though (looks like the texture came out as intended)

  • abigail_x1qww3 on February 27, 2026

    The best dip! Makes a HUGE recipe fyi

  • PriyaPath on March 27, 2026

    Very tasty, can freeze and use when needed. Pairs well with roasted cauliflower or fish.

• The Kelly Girls’ tabbouleh

  • alysekstokes on December 18, 2025

    I like the number of suggestions she offers for adjusting this to fit with the seasons. I made it with freekeh per the suggestion in the headnote and it was hearty and delicious! Next time I’d add the lemon according to taste as my three lemons were quite juicy, and it made the dish very tart.

• Lebanese spicy potatoes (Batata harra)

  • nyratsadventure on March 24, 2026

    This is a great alternative to fries if you’re looking for a side dish. I used Aleppo pepper instead of red pepper flakes. Though I love cilantro, a family member isn’t a fan, so I replaced it with parsley. The potatoes were served with chicken tenders, lemon garlic bok choy, and homemade honey mustard for dipping. To avoid a workout while washing dishes, use the suggested parchment paper!

• Omani garlic-butter chickpeas (Dango)

  • alysekstokes on December 18, 2025

    One of my all-time favorite chickpea dishes and my favorite dish from this book. It’s supremely cozy, but still bright from the lime juice. A frequent repeat in my house!

• Persian minced beef kebabs (Beef koobideh)

  • PriyaPath on April 01, 2026

    The best Koobideh recipe- very easy and delicious!

  • PriyaPath on April 01, 2026

    The best Koobideh recipe- very easy and delicious!

• Persian swordfish kebabs

  • Nrnarayan on January 13, 2026

    Did a half batch but even that was WAY too much marinade, would reduce next time!

• Chicken kebabs (Shish taouk)

  • Nrnarayan on October 03, 2025

    I used store bought toum for this, came out amazing! For a lot of her recipes don't forget to add salt. She doesn't specify it in her marinades and you can forget if you're on autopilot

• Baked ground lamb with bulgur (Kibbeh sanieh)

  • Frogcake on January 09, 2025

    Very tasty. I made half the recipe for my husband and I. It’s enough for four people with leftovers for four! I wouldn’t change anything. I serve this with white rice and chopped cilantro mixed with yoghurt.

• Grilled “fisherman’s catch” with chermoula and tahina (Sayadieh)

  • sosayi on April 29, 2024

    Made with Halibut and a definite repeat! The marinade alone added loads of flavor.

• Grilled halloumi with dukkah and honey

  • VKHummel on April 18, 2026

    Love this, it always gets rave reviews.