Tag: Comfort Food
Al-Fasulya Al-Naashifuh (الفاصوليا الناشفة) – Dry Bean Stew with Meat
This dish, Al-Fasulya Al-Naashifuh, is a slow-simmered stew made with tender meat, tomatoes, garlic, and dry navy beans — a classic that speaks of home, warmth, and tradition. It’s a staple in Hijazi kitchens, where the scent of caramelized onions and rich tomato sauce fills …
Baked Sambusak (سمبوسك في الفرن): Flaky Pastry Stuffed with Spiced Ground Lamb
This recipe for Baked Sambusak (سمبوسك في الفرن) holds a special place in my heart—it’s inspired by my grandmother, who was known in our family for her incredible baking skills and warm hospitality. Growing up in the Hejaz region, she often prepared these savory pastries …
Bamia (بامية) – Okra Stew with Lamb
This Bamia (بامية) recipe is a hearty okra stew featuring tender lamb ribs or shoulder pieces, cooked with fresh garlic, onion, tomato, and small-sized okra (preferably size zero for best texture). Finished with a hint of lemon and fresh coriander, it’s a flavorful and comforting …
Shorbat Alluhmat Almafruma – (شربة اللحمة المفرومة) Ground Meat & Vermicelli Soup
Shorbat Alluhmat Almafruma is a warm, comforting soup passed down through generations across the Middle East. Made with spiced meatballs simmered in a fragrant tomato broth and finished with soft vermicelli noodles, this dish is both hearty and nostalgic. It’s the perfect cozy meal for …
Shorbat Al-Kwaykar – Hearty Lamb & Oat Soup from Makkah
This comforting dish, Shorbat Al-Kwaykar, is a beloved Makkawi soup made with tender lamb, warming spices, and oats. It’s often enjoyed during colder months or on special family nights, with its rich broth and hearty texture bringing warmth and nostalgia. Passed down through generations, this …
Al-Kazartma (Makkah-style Stewed Meat with Tomato)
📜 A traditional dish from Makkah, lovingly passed down from my grandmother Khadija’s notebook. 🌿 Introduction Some recipes carry more than just flavor—they hold memories. Kazartama is one of those treasured dishes from my grandmother Khadija’s kitchen in Makkah. I discovered this recipe in her …