Recipe Ideas for your Never Not Eating Spice Blends — Shawarma RSS



Shawarma Chicken and Mushroom Kebabs

The Stuff: Lemon-Garlic Tahini Sauce 1 cup tahini 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest plus 3 tablespoons fresh juice (from 1 lemon) 1 teaspoon grated garlic (from 2 small garlic cloves) 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon Never Not Eating Chraime 3/4 cup to 1 cup warm water, as needed Chicken and Mushroom Kebabs 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 11 medium garlic cloves 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 1/2 tablespoons toasted cumin seeds 3 tablespoons Never Not Eating Shawarma 1/2 medium-size red onion 1 pound fresh oyster mushrooms (torn into 2-inch pieces) and/or hen-of-the-woods mushrooms (cut into large wedges, stems trimmed) Pitas, tomato slices, cucumber slices, chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, hot sauce, and lemon wedges, for...

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Carrot Rice Pilaf

The Stuff: 1 cup basmati rice 1 medium carrot, grated 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil 1.5 cups hot water 1.5 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon Never Not Eating Shawarma 1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper Never Not Eating Za'atar for garnish The Method: Rinse rice in cold water, until it runs clear Cut the carrot into two pieces, and grate half of it coarsely while the other half thinly Melt the butter in a medium sized pot Add in the carrots and sauté until softened Now add in the rice and sauté for 2-3 mins Add the salt, turmeric, Never Not Eating Shawarma, and pepper, stir well Add the hot water and put the lid on Cook on low...

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Never Not Eating Roasted Tomato Pie

  The stuff:  1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (about 6 3/8 ounces), plus more for work surface 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons Never Not Eating Shawarma Spice 1 teaspoon Never Not Eating Chraime Spice 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (4 ounces), cubed 4 to 5 tablespoons ice water 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced into half-moons (about 1 3/4 cups) 2 teaspoons Never Not Eating Sumac S&P 1/2 teaspoon Never Not Eating Chraime Spice 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses 2 pounds ripe red medium-size tomatoes (Romas work great for this recipe, or any heirlooms) 1 tablespoon Never Not Eating Chraime Spice 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 8 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded...

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Tahini-Rubbed Chicken With Chickpeas & Dates

  Looking to spice up your dinner routine with a dish that's as unique as you are? Say hello to Tahini-Rubbed Chicken With Chickpeas & Dates! This recipe is a flavour explosion in your mouth, guaranteed to impress even the pickiest of eaters. Let's dive into the delicious details! The stuff: 2 tablespoons tahini, well stirred 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons honey 2 tablespoons Never Not Eating Shawarma  2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken leg quarters or thighs Kosher salt plus freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon honey 3 tablespoons hot water (either from tap or heated) 1 large lemon, very thinly sliced and cut into half moons (seeds removed) 1 large red onion, halved and thinly sliced 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon Never Not Eating Chraime...

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Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich

Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying way to start your day? Look no further than the ultimate breakfast sandwich. Packed with protein, carbs, and essential nutrients, this breakfast option will keep you full and energized throughout the morning. The stuff: 4 potato latkes 4 slices of pastrami, cut in half (alternately 12 thin slices of salami) 4 eggs 1 tablespoon milk or cream Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tsp Never Not Eating Shawarma Spice 4 slices of cheddar cheese 2 bagels, sliced in half, lightly toasted Mayonnaise Hot sauce Never Not Eating Za’atar for garnish   The method: Turn the broil setting on your oven on low, with one rack on the top of your oven and...

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