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Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe

Tabbouleh

Quinoa Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Cauliflower Shawarma with Green Tahini and Fried Halloumi. - mediterranean recipe

Cauliflower Shawarma with Green Tahini and Fried Halloumi.

Lamb Shawarma - mediterranean recipe

Lamb Shawarma

Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Shawarma - mediterranean recipe

Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Shawarma

Baked Chicken Shawarma - mediterranean recipe

Baked Chicken Shawarma

Pulled Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - mediterranean recipe

Pulled Chicken Shawarma Sandwich

Chicken Shawarma Salad with Tahini Dressing - mediterranean recipe

Chicken Shawarma Salad with Tahini Dressing

Chicken Shawarma Wraps - mediterranean recipe

Chicken Shawarma Wraps

Chicken Shawarma Salad - mediterranean recipe

Chicken Shawarma Salad

Easy Beef Shawarma - mediterranean recipe

Easy Beef Shawarma

Finest Arabic Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - mediterranean recipe

Finest Arabic Chicken Shawarma Sandwich

Shawarma Marinade for Chicken - mediterranean recipe

Shawarma Marinade for Chicken

Chicken Shawarma Marinade - mediterranean recipe

Chicken Shawarma Marinade

Cucumber Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe

Cucumber Tabbouleh

Tabbouleh III - mediterranean recipe

Tabbouleh III

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad - mediterranean recipe

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

Grilled Corn "Tabbouleh" - mediterranean recipe

Grilled Corn "Tabbouleh"

Farro Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe

Farro Tabbouleh

Cauliflower Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe

Cauliflower Tabbouleh

Toasted Buckwheat Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe

Toasted Buckwheat Tabbouleh

Coriander Tabbouleh Salad with Shrimp - mediterranean recipe

Coriander Tabbouleh Salad with Shrimp

Mediterranean Tabbouleh Salad - mediterranean recipe

Mediterranean Tabbouleh Salad

Turkish Doner Kebab - mediterranean recipe

Turkish Doner Kebab

Iskender Kebab - mediterranean recipe

Iskender Kebab

Reshmi Kebab (Silken Kebabs) - mediterranean recipe

Reshmi Kebab (Silken Kebabs)

Pakistani Chapli Kebab - mediterranean recipe

Pakistani Chapli Kebab

Shami Kebab - mediterranean recipe

Shami Kebab

Turkish Chicken Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Turkish Chicken Kebabs

Marinated Chicken Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Marinated Chicken Kebabs

Greek Island Chicken Shish Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Greek Island Chicken Shish Kebabs

Chef John's Kofta Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Chef John's Kofta Kebabs

Kofta Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Kofta Kebabs

Barbecued Pork Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Barbecued Pork Kebabs

Turkish Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Turkish Kebabs

BBQ Teriyaki Pork Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

BBQ Teriyaki Pork Kebabs

Turkey Kofta Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Turkey Kofta Kebabs

Chicken Tikka Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Chicken Tikka Kebabs

Beef Shish Kebabs for Freezer Cooking - mediterranean recipe

Beef Shish Kebabs for Freezer Cooking

Sausage and Bell Pepper Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Sausage and Bell Pepper Kebabs

Spicy Honey-Lime Chicken Thigh Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Spicy Honey-Lime Chicken Thigh Kebabs

Spicy Harissa Chicken Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Spicy Harissa Chicken Kebabs

Lemon Garlic Chicken Kebabs - mediterranean recipe

Lemon Garlic Chicken Kebabs

Baked Falafel - mediterranean recipe

Baked Falafel

Falafel with Canned Chickpeas - mediterranean recipe

Falafel with Canned Chickpeas

Easiest Falafel - mediterranean recipe

Easiest Falafel

Waffled Falafel - mediterranean recipe

Waffled Falafel

Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce - mediterranean recipe

Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce

Falafel Hash - mediterranean recipe

Falafel Hash

Falafel Dough Pizza - mediterranean recipe

Falafel Dough Pizza

Tabbouleh

Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

  2. Place bulgur in a small mixing bowl. Add boiling water, mix, and cover with a clean towel. Let stand for 1 hour. Drain any excess water.

  3. Combine tomatoes, onion, parsley, mint, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Add bulgur; mix well and serve.

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Quinoa Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan; add quinoa and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature; fluff with a fork.

  2. Meanwhile, combine olive oil, sea salt, lemon juice, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, carrots, and parsley in a large bowl; stir in cooled quinoa.

Cauliflower Shawarma with Green Tahini and Fried Halloumi.

Cauliflower Shawarma with Green Tahini and Fried Halloumi. - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

  2. 2. On a large rimmed baking sheet, combine the cauliflower, chickpeas, 1/4 cup olive oil, paprika, garlic, cumin, chili powder, crushed red pepper flakes, lemon, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Toss well to evenly coat. Add the sesame seeds and gently toss. Transfer to the oven and roast for 20 minutes, or until tender and lightly charred.

  3. 3. Meanwhile, make the tahini. Combine all ingredients and 1/4 cup water in a blender and blend until completely smooth. If needed, add water to thin the sauce to a drizzling consistency.

  4. 4. To cook the halloumi. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the halloumi and cook until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.

  5. 5. To serve, spread the hummus into bowls and top with the cauliflower, chickpeas, arugula, cucumbers, avocado, and fried halloumi. Drizzle on the tahini. Serve with naan. Enjoy!

  6. 1. Prepare as directed above through step 2. Let the cauliflower and chickpeas cool. Divide the cauliflower and chickpeas among 4 storage containers. Add the arugula on top.

  7. 2. Make the green tahini and keep in a glass container or jar.

  8. 3. Alternately, you can store the hummus, cauliflower, chickpeas, and greens in separate containers and assemble when ready. Food will keep in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

  9. 4. Before serving, warm each bowl, if desired, and top with hummus, cucumbers, avocado, and fried halloumi. Serve.

Lamb Shawarma

Lamb Shawarma - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place the yogurt, water, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, onion, and garlic into a large mixing bowl. Whisk in the salt, black pepper, cumin, nutmeg, clove, mace, and cayenne pepper until evenly blended. Mix in the lamb strips to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator 12 to 24 hours (the longer the better).

  2. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Cook the lamb strips in a single layer in batches until the fat melts and the meat has browned and is no longer pink on the inside, about 5 minutes, turning occasionally.

Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Shawarma

Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Shawarma - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine yogurt, lemon juice, 1/4 cup oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, paprika, cumin, and oregano in a large glass or ceramic bowl; mix well. Add chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight.

  2. Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.

  3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in hot oil in batches until tender and browned, about 5 minutes per batch. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Baked Chicken Shawarma

Baked Chicken Shawarma - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, lemon zest, coriander, pepper flakes, salt, pepper, turmeric, and cinnamon in a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag and gently squeeze until ingredients are well blended. Add chicken thighs, coat with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag again. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.

  2. Set a rack in the center of the oven and another about 6 inches from the broiler. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a 12x18-inch sheet pan.

  3. Spread onion slices onto the prepared sheet pan, then place marinated chicken thighs on top; keep as much marinade on each thigh as possible. Discard any remaining marinade.

  4. Bake on the center rack of the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Turn on the broiler and move the sheet pan to the upper rack. Broil until a light char develops, 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

Pulled Chicken Shawarma Sandwich

Pulled Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. For shawarma spice mix, add salt, cumin, sumac, paprika, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder, turmeric, cloves, cayenne, and cinnamon to a small bowl and stir together.

  2. Place chicken in a soup pot, breast side up, and add 1 quart cold water along with garlic, onions, and half the spice mix.

  3. Place pot over high heat and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1 hour, turning chicken over every 20 minutes.

  4. Carefully remove chicken to a bowl, and let cool until it is cold enough to handle, about 30 minutes.

  5. Remove cooked chicken meat from the carcass, transfer meat into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until needed.

  6. Transfer all bones and scraps back into the pot. Rinse the bowl with about 1 1/2 cups cold fresh  water, and add to the pot. Bring to simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for at least 1 hour, preferably 2 hours.

  7. Strain broth, and transfer broth back into the pot. Bring to boil over high heat, and cook until liquid is reduced by half, 10 to 15 minutes.

  8. Shred chicken into about 1/2 inch thick strips and stir it into the pot. Reduce heat to medium, and cook chicken, stirring often, until chicken starts to break apart and absorb the sauce, 10 to 15 minutes. Reduce heat to low.

  9. Taste for seasoning, and add more salt if needed. Season with additional shawarma spice mix to taste. Finish by stirring in lemon juice.

Chicken Shawarma Salad with Tahini Dressing

Chicken Shawarma Salad with Tahini Dressing - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine avocado oil, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, cumin, paprika, kosher salt, turmeric, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl and whisk to combine.

  2. Place chicken thighs into a gallon-sized resealable bag and pour the marinade over. Rub the marinade into the chicken with clean hands, then press the air out of the bag, seal, and place in the refrigerator. Marinate for at least 3 hours, or up to overnight.

  3. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

  4. Remove chicken from the marinade and place it onto a rimmed baking sheet. Pour any excess marinade over the chicken.

  5. Roast in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Set aside to cool slightly, then slice into 1/2-inch strips.

  6. Place tahini, olive oil, 1/4 cup water, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for dressing into a blender. Blend until emulsified, adding additional water as needed to reach desired consistency.

  7. Chop romaine and butter lettuces. Place in a large bowl and toss to combine with parsley and mint. Layer tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion over the herb salad base. Top with chicken and drizzle with dressing to taste. Serve immediately.

Chicken Shawarma Wraps

Chicken Shawarma Wraps - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cinnamon, oregano, salt, nutmeg, and cloves in a plastic container or resealable bag. Add chicken strips and shake until ingredients are evenly combined and chicken is well coated. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, up to overnight.

  2. When you are ready to make the sandwiches, heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add marinated chicken, and sear until golden brown on both sides and no longer pink in the centers, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness of the chicken pieces.

  3. While the chicken is cooking, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl or small resealable container, stir well to blend. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.

  4. Once chicken is cooked and sauce is prepared, assemble sandwiches by dividing meat, lettuce, cucumber, and tomatoes between your pita. Add a generous smear of the yogurt sauce (to your taste preference).

Chicken Shawarma Salad

Chicken Shawarma Salad - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, cardamom, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and garlic in a blender or small food processor. Pulse to combine.

  2. Measure 1/2 cup marinade into a bowl and set aside.

  3. Pour the remaining marinade into a 1-gallon resealable bag and add chicken thighs. Squeeze as much air out of the bag as possible, seal, and refrigerate, at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Chicken thighs should be in a single layer; turn the bag occasionally.

  4. Stir tahini and honey into the bowl with the reserved marinade, cover, and refrigerate until ready to make the salad.

  5. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and lightly oil a broiler pan.

  6. Place onion slices on the oiled pan, and set chicken thighs on top of the onion slices.

  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn and continue roasting until chicken is longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 15 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Broil chicken thighs for 3 to 5 minutes for some caramelization, if desired.

  8. Remove chicken from the oven, tent with foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Slice each chicken thigh into 1/2- inch slices and coarsely chop cooked onion.

  9. Dress 4 salad plates with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Add chicken slices and chopped onions. Stir dressing, drizzle over each salad, and serve.

Easy Beef Shawarma

Easy Beef Shawarma - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beef, shawarma seasoning, allspice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook, turning occasionally, until beef is browned and tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

  2. Whisk tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in a small bowl until creamy.

  3. Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons tahini sauce in the center of each tortilla. Divide beef slices, tomato slices, and onion slices evenly among tortillas. Roll up tortillas.

  4. Preheat a panini press according to manufacturer's instructions. Press rolled tortillas seam side-down until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes. Cut each tortilla into 4 to 5 pieces.

Finest Arabic Chicken Shawarma Sandwich

Finest Arabic Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt, chile sauce, vinegar, barbeque sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, black pepper, and cinnamon in a bowl; add chicken. Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

  2. Mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, chopped garlic, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, and salt in a bowl until sauce is smooth.

  3. Heat cooking oil in a skillet or wok over high heat; add chicken. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 12 to 15 minutes.

  4. Toast pita bread on a flat pan or skillet over medium heat until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side.

  5. Spread sauce on pita bread (or make pocket in the pita and spread sauce inside). Layer chicken, cabbage, onion, and pickles over sauce. Fold or wrap sandwiches with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

Shawarma Marinade for Chicken

Shawarma Marinade for Chicken - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Zest lemons until you have 1 tablespoon zest. Juice both lemons.

  2. Combine lemon zest and juice with olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, pepper flakes, salt, turmeric, pepper, and cinnamon in a glass jar. Seal jar with a lid and shake vigorously to combine.

Chicken Shawarma Marinade

Chicken Shawarma Marinade - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cinnamon, oregano, salt, nutmeg, and cloves in a resealable plastic container or bag. Shake until ingredients are evenly combined and chicken is well coated. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, up to overnight.

  2. Discard excess marinade and cook the chicken as desired when ready to make sandwiches or wraps.

Cucumber Tabbouleh

Cucumber Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine bulgur and boiling water in a large bowl. Cover, and set aside to soak for 1 hour.

  2. Add oil, lemon juice, onions, parsley, mint, tomatoes, and cucumber; toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Tabbouleh III

Tabbouleh III - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place cracked wheat in bowl and cover with 2 cups boiling water. Soak for 30 minutes; drain and squeeze out excess water.

  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the wheat, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, garlic, parsley, mint, salt, lemon juice, and olive oil. Toss and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. Toss again prior to serving.

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Bring broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.

  2. Combine cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, green onions, mint, and garlic in a large bowl. Add quinoa, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to cucumber mixture; toss to combine. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors combine, at least 1 hour.

Grilled Corn "Tabbouleh"

Grilled Corn "Tabbouleh" - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over high heat. Lightly oil grate.

  2. Add ears of corn to pan and grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides and tender, 12 to 15 minutes.

  3. Transfer corn to a cutting board. Let stand until cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes. Cut kernels from cobs. Discard cobs or reserve for another use. Coarsely chop 1/4 cup parsley leaves and transfer to a large bowl. Add remaining 1/2 cup parsley leaves, the corn, mint, jalapeño, garlic, oil, Aleppo pepper, coriander, lemon zest, and lemon juice to bowl. Stir to combine. Season with salt and black pepper. Serve salad immediately or chill, covered, overnight.

Farro Tabbouleh

Farro Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Bring water and farro to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until farro is tender, about 30 minutes. Drain; cool.

  2. Combine parsley and mint in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl. Add farro, tomato, cucumber, onion, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper; toss lightly. Refrigerate before servings, 3 to 4 hours.

Cauliflower Tabbouleh

Cauliflower Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until chopped into rice-sized pieces, about 10 seconds.

  2. Transfer cauliflower 'rice' to a large bowl; add lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic. Add tomatoes, scallions, mint, parsley, salt, and pepper; mix well. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a few hours for best flavor.

Toasted Buckwheat Tabbouleh

Toasted Buckwheat Tabbouleh - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Rinse buckwheat groats. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil, sprinkle in the buckwheat groats, and simmer until buckwheat is tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and cool.

  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions and garlic until onion is translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Set aside to cool.

  3. Lightly toss cucumber, parsley, mint, lemon juice, and mixed herbs in a large salad bowl until thoroughly combined; stir in cooked buckwheat and onion mixture.

Coriander Tabbouleh Salad with Shrimp

Coriander Tabbouleh Salad with Shrimp - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place bulgur in a large bowl, and pour the boiling water and olive oil over it. Stir, cover, and let stand for 15 to 20 minutes.

  2. When all of the water has been absorbed and the bulgur is tender, stir in the lemon juice, cucumber, green onions, parsley, and mint. Season with coriander, ginger, salt and pepper. Garnish with shrimp.

Mediterranean Tabbouleh Salad

Mediterranean Tabbouleh Salad - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare Multi-Grain Medley according to package directions, substituting broth for water. Cool.

  2. In a large bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, shallots and mustard. Fold in Multi-Grain Medley and remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, top with feta cheese.

Turkish Doner Kebab

Turkish Doner Kebab - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Combine flour, oregano, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Add ground lamb and knead until thoroughly mixed together, about 3 minutes.

  3. Shape seasoned lamb mixture and place into a loaf pan; set on top of a baking sheet.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven, turning halfway to ensure even browning, for about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  5. Wrap loaf in aluminum foil and let rest for about 10 minutes. Slice as thinly as possible to make doner kebab pieces.

Iskender Kebab

Iskender Kebab - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange pita bread on a baking sheet.

  2. Bake pitas in the preheated oven until lightly toasted; cut into bite-sized pieces and keep warm.

  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in chicken, onion, and garlic; cook until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear, about 10 minutes. Mix in tomato purée; season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook and stir for a few minutes.

  4. Arrange toasted pita pieces in a serving dish. Drizzle with melted butter and top with chicken mixture. Garnish with yogurt and parsley to serve.

Reshmi Kebab (Silken Kebabs)

Reshmi Kebab (Silken Kebabs) - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place almonds in a small bowl and cover with water. Allow to soak for 15 to 20 minutes; drain. Place almonds, peppers, garlic, ginger, and cilantro into the bowl of a food processor; blend until smooth. Season with salt, and blend in lemon juice. Blend in cream.

  2. Transfer mixture to a large, non metallic bowl. Place chicken in bowl, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in refrigerator for 24 hours.

  3. Preheat grill for high heat, and lightly oil grate. Remove meat from marinade, and thread onto skewers.

  4. Brush meat with butter, and arrange skewers on hot grate. Slowly cook the chicken until cooked through.

Pakistani Chapli Kebab

Pakistani Chapli Kebab - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Coat a small skillet with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beaten egg in the hot skillet until scrambled and set, 3 to 5 minutes.

  2. Combine scrambled egg, beef, onion, chopped tomato, cilantro, mint, ginger-garlic paste, coriander seeds, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl; mix by hand until well combined. Shape mixture into patties. Press a tomato slice into the center of each patty.

  3. Heat oil in a deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cook patties in hot oil in batches until charred, 4 to 6 minutes per side.

Shami Kebab

Shami Kebab - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place lentils in a container. Pour in enough water to cover and let soak, at least 30 minutes. Drain.

  2. Combine drained lentils, 4 1/4 cups water, ground chicken, onion, green chile peppers, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, and salt in a large pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer until water has been mostly absorbed and lentils are soft, 20 to 25 minutes.

  3. Place the lentil mixture in a food processor and pulse until smooth. Stir in cilantro.

  4. Shape mixture into patties and dip into beaten eggs.

  5. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry patties in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.

Turkish Chicken Kebabs

Turkish Chicken Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Whisk yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ketchup, red pepper flakes, salt, cumin, black pepper, paprika, and cinnamon together in a large bowl.

  2. Place chicken thigh halves into the yogurt marinade and coat them thoroughly on all sides. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 2 to 8 hours.

  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  4. Using 2 skewers for each kebab, thread half of the chicken thighs onto each pair of skewers making a fairly thick "log" shape.

  5. Place kebabs on the preheated grill. Do not try to turn them until they begin to unstick from the grill, 3 or 4 minutes. Turn kebabs and grill the other side for 3 to 4 minutes. Continue cooking and turning until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Marinated Chicken Kebabs

Marinated Chicken Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Whisk oil, soy sauce, light corn syrup, lemon juice, sesame seeds, garlic powder, and garlic salt together in a medium bowl until well combined. Add chicken; stir to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  3. Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess; thread chicken onto skewers alternating with onions, mushrooms, and bell pepper. Place on a plate and set aside.

  4. Pour marinade into a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook until slightly thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.

  5. Cook skewers on the preheated grill, flipping frequently, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes. Baste frequently with boiled marinade during the last 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers of chicken pieces should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Greek Island Chicken Shish Kebabs

Greek Island Chicken Shish Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

  2. Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.

  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  4. Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade. Thread chicken onto the skewers, alternating with bell peppers, onion, mushrooms, and tomatoes.

  5. Cook skewers on preheated grill, turning frequently, until nicely browned on all sides, and meat is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Chef John's Kofta Kebabs

Chef John's Kofta Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

  2. Cut toasted bread slice into thin strips on a cutting board; cut strips across into a small dice.

  3. Place onion, parsley, and garlic on top of diced bread on the cutting board; chop until mixture is finely diced.

  4. Season beef and lamb with kosher salt, black pepper, allspice, paprika, cardamom, nutmeg, and cayenne. Add onion mixture and water. Mix and mash with your hands until well combined. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour, up to overnight.

  5. Remove meat from the refrigerator and roll ¼ of the mixture into a ball using wet hands. Pierce in the middle with a bamboo skewer. Shape meat into a uniform log, about 6 inches long and 2 inches wide.

  6. Meanwhile, preheat a charcoal grill until coals are very hot.

  7. Place kebabs on the hot grill until browned and cooked through, about 12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes or so. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a kebab should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

  8. Serve and enjoy.

Kofta Kebabs

Kofta Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Mash garlic into a paste with salt using a mortar and pestle or the flat side of a chef's knife on your cutting board.

  2. Mix garlic into lamb with onion, parsley, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, allspice, cayenne pepper, ginger, and pepper in a mixing bowl until well blended.

  3. Form mixture into 28 balls. Form each ball around the tip of a skewer, flattening it into a 2-inch oval; repeat with remaining skewers. Place kebabs onto a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours.

  4. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  5. Cook skewers on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a kebab should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Barbecued Pork Kebabs

Barbecued Pork Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Whisk the sugar, soy sauce, onion, garlic and black pepper together in a large bowl. Add the pork and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Overnight is best if possible.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.

  3. Thread the pork onto the soaked skewers. Cook on the preheated grill until the pork is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

Turkish Kebabs

Turkish Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Make marinade: Place onions in a large ceramic bowl and crush with the bottom of a glass until juice is rendered and onions look translucent. Stir in garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, black pepper, turmeric, curry powder, and salt. Add beef and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.

  2. Make sauce: Combine sour cream, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, dill, and garlic in a medium bowl; mix until well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.

  3. Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

  4. Remove meat from marinade, brushing off extra onions; discard marinade. Spread meat on a baking sheet without overlapping. Season with salt.

  5. Cook under the preheated broiler until meat is browned and crispy, about 3 minutes per side, turning halfway through cooking.

  6. Divide meat between pita breads and drizzle with tzatziki sauce to serve.

BBQ Teriyaki Pork Kebabs

BBQ Teriyaki Pork Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

  2. Combine 3 tablespoons soy sauce, olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish. Add pork; toss to evenly coat. Cover the dish with plastic wrap. Marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours.

  3. Combine beef broth, cornstarch, remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, brown sugar, remaining 2 cloves minced garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer sauce for 5 minutes. Set aside.

  4. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove pork from marinade and shake off excess; discard marinade. Thread pork onto skewers, alternating with mushrooms, onion, tomatoes, and pineapple.

  5. Cook on the preheated grill, flipping skewers every few minutes and basting with sauce often, until pork is cooked through, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into pork centers should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Turkey Kofta Kebabs

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  2. Combine turkey, onion, cilantro, egg, garlic, chile pepper, coriander, paprika, chili powder, and salt in a large bowl; mix thoroughly. Divide mixture into twelve 1/4-cup portions; roll into log-shaped ovals and place on a baking sheet.

  3. Grill ovals over indirect heat, turning occasionally, until no longer pink in the center, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Chicken Tikka Kebabs

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine yogurt, garlic, cumin, turmeric, ginger, pepper, chile flakes, and cinnamon in a glass or ceramic bowl; mix well.

  2. Chop chicken into small chunks and add to the yogurt mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight.

  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  4. Remove chicken from the refrigerator and thread onto skewers. Place on the preheated grill and cook, turning occasionally, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Beef Shish Kebabs for Freezer Cooking

Beef Shish Kebabs for Freezer Cooking - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place zucchini, bell pepper, and pineapple in a large bowl. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Portion mixture among plastic resealable freezer bags.

  2. Whisk ketchup, water, steak sauce, sugar, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce together in a separate bowl. Add beef cubes; toss to coat. Divide beef mixture among bags, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bags; freeze.

  3. Thaw desired portion(s) in refrigerator before cooking, 8 hours to overnight. Meanwhile, soak skewers in warm water, 30 minutes to overnight.

  4. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  5. Remove beef, vegetables, and pineapple from marinade and shake off excess. Discard marinade. Alternate beef, vegetables, and pineapple onto skewers.

  6. Cook on the preheated grill, flipping occasionally, until cooked to your liking, about 10 minutes total for medium-rare.

Sausage and Bell Pepper Kebabs

Sausage and Bell Pepper Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place rosemary, thyme, oregano, and parsley in a large resealable plastic bag. Add potatoes. Seal and shake until potatoes are covered.

  2. Alternate threading potatoes, sausage, peppers, and onions onto skewers, leaving a small space in between each item.

  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  4. Place kebabs on the grate; cover any large gaps on the skewers with aluminum foil. Grill until vegetables are tender and sausage is cooked to your liking, 4 to 6 minutes per side.

Spicy Honey-Lime Chicken Thigh Kebabs

Spicy Honey-Lime Chicken Thigh Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  2. Whisk honey, Sriracha sauce, and lime juice together in a small bowl. Set aside.

  3. Thread chicken, red pepper, zucchini, pineapple, and red onion alternately onto skewers and place on a platter. Brush with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  4. Arrange skewers on the hot grate. Close lid and reduce heat to medium. Grill until chicken is cooked through, turning skewers every few minutes, 15 to 20 minutes. Brush glaze on all sides of skewers during the last 2 to 3 minutes, turning to lightly caramelize glaze. Transfer to a serving platter and grate lime zest on top. Serve warm.

Spicy Harissa Chicken Kebabs

Spicy Harissa Chicken Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

  2. Whisk together the harissa, honey and lemon juice in a bowl. Add chicken and mix until coated.

  3. Skewer the chicken evenly among 8 wooden skewers and set aside.

  4. Mix together the squash, zucchini, onion, mushrooms, olive oil, cumin and salt and pepper until completely combined.

  5. Place a 1 1/2 to 2 feet long sheet of Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil on a table and place 1/4 of the vegetables in the center of the foil. Place 2 chicken skewers on top of the vegetables. Fold up the ends and then the outside of the foil to create a foil packet.

  6. Repeat the process 3 more times and place the foil packets on a cookie sheet.

  7. Bake in the oven at 425 degrees F for 20 minutes and then open the foil packets and cook for a further 15 minutes or until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked throughout.

  8. Optional Serving: Serve the individual foil packets alongside warm pita.

Lemon Garlic Chicken Kebabs

Lemon Garlic Chicken Kebabs - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, brown sugar, and garlic in a bowl. Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour.

  2. Preheat grill for high heat.

  3. Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Thread onto skewers.

  4. Lightly oil the grill grate. Arrange skewers on the prepared grill. Cook 15 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken juices run clear.

Baked Falafel

Baked Falafel - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Wrap onion in cheese cloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Set aside. Place garbanzo beans, parsley, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and baking soda in a food processor. Process until the mixture is coarsely pureed. Mix garbanzo bean mixture and onion together in a bowl. Stir in the flour and egg. Shape mixture into four large patties and let stand for 15 minutes.

  2. Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  3. Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patties in the skillet; cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.

  4. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Falafel with Canned Chickpeas

Falafel with Canned Chickpeas - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

  2. Mash chickpeas in a bowl using a masher. Combine mashed chickpeas, onions, parsley, and garlic in a blender; blend until smooth.

  3. Mix eggs, cumin, coriander, salt, lemon juice, baking powder, black pepper, and cayenne together in a bowl. Add chickpea mixture and mix together. Add bread crumbs slowly and combine using your hands until mixture will hold together when frying.

  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Form mixture into twelve 3-inch diameter patties. Fry patties in hot oil until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side.

Easiest Falafel

Easiest Falafel - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place garbanzo beans, 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs, onion, 1/4 cup olive oil, egg, parsley, curry powder, garlic powder, lemon juice, and black pepper in a food processor or blender. Puree until coarse crumbles form. Blend more panko crumbs into mixture if it is too moist.

  2. Roll mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball; place on a plate.

  3. Press into patties and coat in panko bread crumbs.

  4. Heat about 1-inch olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  5. Pan-fry patties until crispy, about 3 minutes on each side.

Waffled Falafel

Waffled Falafel - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. Spray the inside of the waffle iron with cooking spray.

  2. Process garbanzo beans in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add onion, egg whites, cilantro, parsley, garlic, flour, cumin, salt, coriander, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and cardamom to garbanzo beans. Pulse, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally, until falafel batter resembles a coarse meal. Pour batter into a bowl and stir with a fork.

  3. Spoon about 1/4 cup falafel batter onto each section of the preheated waffle iron. Cook until evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce

Easy Baked Falafel with Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Coat a 9x13-inch metal baking pan with cooking spray and 1 tablespoon olive oil and place inside the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). C

  2. Combine chickpeas, onion, cilantro, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes, and baking powder in a food processor. Pulse until minced but not yet pasty. Transfer to a bowl and stir in flour and egg until fully incorporated.

  3. Remove baking pan from the oven. Drop golfball-sized portions of chickpea mixture onto the hot pan.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven 15 to 20 minutes. Brush falafel with remaining olive oil and flip over. Continue baking until golden on both sides, 15 to 20 minutes more.

  5. Meanwhile, combine yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and cayenne pepper. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

  6. Serve falafel with yogurt sauce.

Falafel Hash

Falafel Hash - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large flat-sided skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 2 minutes. Add yam and cook for 2 minutes.

  2. Stir cumin, coriander, onion seeds, black mustard seeds, chile powder, paprika, and turmeric into the skillet; cook and stir until evenly distributed, about 2 minutes. Add cauliflower, chickpeas, salt, and black pepper; stir until combined.

  3. Mix vegetable stock and tomato paste together in a small bowl; pour into the skillet. Cover and cook until yam is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in spinach, parsley, lemon juice, and lime juice and cook until flavors combine, about 1 minute.

Falafel Dough Pizza

Falafel Dough Pizza - mediterranean recipe photo

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place red lentils in a bowl and cover with water. Let soak until softened, about 2 hours. Drain.

  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grease with 2 teaspoons oil.

  3. Place lentils in a food processor with onion, garlic, 1/2 bunch parsley, cilantro, and 1/4 cup green onions; pulse until finely ground.

  4. Transfer lentil mixture to a large bowl. Add 1/3 cup oil, egg, baking powder, black pepper, chile powder, cumin, coriander, and salt; mix until well-blended. Spread dough to 1/4-inch thickness onto prepared baking sheet.

  5. Bake in the preheated oven until golden and firm, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven.

  6. Combine yogurt, lemon juice, tahini, and salt in a small bowl; mix well until sauce is smooth.

  7. Layer sauce, Cheddar cheese, tomato, olives, 1 tablespoon parsley, and 2 teaspoons green onion on top of baked dough.

  8. Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

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