I am spilling all my secrets for how to make hummus. No shortcuts. And no extras. Authentic, ultra creamy hummus is not hard to make, but I have a few pro tips you’ll want to check out. Trust me, this is the BEST classic homemade hummus recipe. When I have friends over for mezze night,…
Roasted Garlic Hummus (Video)
If you like classic homemade hummus, you will love this roasted garlic hummus that’s kicked up a couple notches. Creamy. Sweet. Smoky. And just a touch spicy. Be sure to watch the quick video tutorial just above the recipe. Another day, another hummus dip, y’all! This time, cooked chickpeas—skins removed for a smoother dip—share the…
Cranberry and Herb Labneh Recipe with Homemade Pita Chips
Take your party dip game to the next level with this easy labneh recipe and homemade pita chips! Sour cream may be most people’s choice as the base for party dips and spreads. Me? You probably guessed it; I much prefer Greek yogurt. Better yet, Labneh! Revered for its slight tang, and perfectly thick and…
Mediterranean-Style Bean Dip with Roasted Squash
A rustic, flavor-packed white bean dip with a Mediterranean twist. Pass the warm pita, and you’ll have a happy crowd! Sometimes the best recipes aren’t the ones that are overtly revolutionary; they can be something so simple that I hadn’t thought of before. Case in point, this roasted acorn squash and bean dip. Boy am…
Zhoug: Spicy Cilantro Pesto Recipe
Zhoug is a lesser known Mediterranean sauce, but a must-try! Think spicy, fragrant, cilantro pesto…kinda. Mediterranean cooking is rich with all sorts of dips and sauces. Obviously hummus tops the list of dips (my current favorite being this roasted red pepper hummus) A drizzle of nutty tahini–creamy sauce from toasted sesame seeds–is a must atop kabobs….
Homemade Labneh Recipe (How to Make Labneh)
Homemade labneh Recipe–AKA tangy, thick, creamy yogurt cheese. Serve it Middle Eastern-style as a dip with lots of olive oil and a sprinkle of good Za’atar. Or simply use it in place of cream cheese. If Greek Yiayias (grandmothers) perfected the making of yogurt, Middle Eastern Tatas can absolutely claim labneh expertise. In Middle Eastern…