Category: Pilafs | Grains

  • Orekh: Bulgur Kebab

    Orekh: Bulgur Kebab

    Beef bulgur kebabs with mint are perfect for appetizers, in sandwiches or served as a main course with baked potatoes and a green salad. The bulgur keeps the kebabs moist, and the mint adds another level of flavor. These are usually served with wedges of pita bread, pepper paste dip, and turnip pickles. My son likes…

  • Lentils Keufte | Kibbeh

    Lentils Keufte | Kibbeh

    Lentils keufteh or “Vosbov keufteh” is usually made during lent, because it does not contain any meat. It is made with fine bulgur #1 grade, orange lentils, and onions. Lentils in all their varieties are considered a power food because they contain Vitamin B, Vitamin E, helps lower cholesterol, have high soluble fiber, folic acid, and…

  • Rice Pudding

    Rice Pudding

    Rice pudding the old fashioned way. I’ve had this rice pudding recipe for ever! The creamy texture of the slow cooked calrose rice with the bold flavor of the flower water is the perfect alternative to ice cream for that hot summer day. Why do we use Calrose rice? Because this type of rice is soft and…

  • Rice Pilaf with Meat and Nuts

    Rice Pilaf with Meat and Nuts

    A classic Armenian rice recipe, was traditionally made for special occasions such as weddings. Garnished with pine nuts, pistachios, almonds and raisins is fit for any family gathering or event. Cinnamon, is the key spice used for this rice recipe, and once it is cooked, the smell of the spices permeates the entire house. Normally, it…

  • Cream of Wheat – “Simit Halva” – “Mammounieh”

    Cream of Wheat – “Simit Halva” – “Mammounieh”

    A healthy and refreshing late night snack, made with Cream of Wheat which is another predominant ingredient in Mediterranean baking. Serve it plain or sprinkle chopped walnuts or pistachios. You can eat this warm or refrigerate and serve it cold. Either way it’s delicious. Skill level: Easy Click here to view Slideshow, Share, & Comment Click…

  • Cracked Wheat “Bulgur” Pilaf

    Cracked Wheat “Bulgur” Pilaf

    Cracked wheat pilaf is made from whole wheat. It comes in a variety of sizes, that range from #1 very fine grains to the very coarse #5 grains. Bulgur is high in fiber and protein and low in calorie and predominantly used in Mediterranean cuisine. It is available at specialty stores and large supermarkets. This is…