Whether you spell it kefta or köfte or kufte or some other variation, you can find versions of these lamb or beef meatballs throughout the Middle East. The seasoning mixture here is simple, with spices...
Author: Kristin Donnelly
These grilled chicken wings are marinated in tamarind purée, fish sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and cumin, with more brushed on as they grill.
Author: Rachel Gurjar
Achieve all the flavors of slow-simmered chili in just 30 minutes with the help of a few pantry staples.
Author: Rhoda Boone
This weeknight-friendly soup inspired by the Mexican classic is enriched by the flavor of smoky chipotles, brightened by lime, and ready in just 22 minutes.
Author: Rhoda Boone
Made with fresh herbs, garlic, lemon, and warm spices, this Moroccan chermoula sauce makes a great marinade and finishing sauce for grilled steak and seafood.
A recipe for quick-cooking chicken and zucchini enchiladas.
Author: Rhoda Boone
These quick-cooking lamb chops make dinner feel instantly fancy.
Author: Alison Roman
Clean out your pantry with this customizable one-pan dinner and season it with whatever spices you love most or happen to have on hand.
Author: Anna Stockwell
This classic Somali stew is great for a crowd and packs a big flavor punch, thanks to the xawaash spice mix, a classic Somali spice blend, which lends a warm, peppery flavor. Add any leftover spice mix...
Author: Hawa Hassan
This big batch of meatballs is inspired by kofta, the flavor-packed ground meat patties popular throughout the Middle East and North Africa. Stash them in your freezer so you always have the building blocks...
Author: David Tamarkin
A cornerstone of Ethiopian cooking, this clarified butter is infused with spices and herbs native the region, giving it unique flavor and aroma.
Author: Cheryl Slocum
Toss green beans with tons of olive oil and aromatics and surrender the whole thing to your oven for an hour or two until it becomes impossibly soft and caramelized.
Author: Claire Saffitz
Chicken legs are seared until golden-brown and then slowly braised in yogurt spiked with garlic, ginger, and lots of spices until falling-off-the-bone tender. Serve with naan or another flatbread for dipping...
Author: Claire Saffitz
The essential ingredients for this Portuguese-inspired Indian dish are wine vinegar and garlic. Additions of mustard seeds, cumin, turmeric, and chiles make it specifically colonial Goan.
Author: Madhur Jaffrey
Four Horsemen's glorious take on patatas bravas requires cooking the potatoes three times (once blanched, twice fried). We wouldn't make you go through all that if it wasn't worth it.
Author: Nick Curtola
Sweet and tangy pomegranate juice brings a depth of flavor and rich color to this meltingly tender lamb stew (no tagine required!) Serve with Cauliflower "Couscous" with Dried Fruit and Almonds or any...
Author: Rhoda Boone
You'll find these round chickpea flour and spiced potato fritters wherever Indian snack sellers congregate. Serve them with whatever chutney you like for dipping.
Author: Madhur Jaffrey
Juicy ripe tomatoes and sweet summer corn freshen up this naturally gluten-free take on the old-school Southwestern cornbread-topped casserole.
Author: Anna Stockwell
Of Iranian origin, ghurmas are thick-sauced, long-simmered stews, spiked with dry herbs and thickened with vegetables. My close friend R. J. Singh, more affectionately called Molu, remembers this particular...
Author: Raghavan Iyer
An ancho chile rub serves double-duty in this dinner: it's the sweet and zesty rub for the tenderloin, and the seasoning for the roasted veg.
Author: Anna Stockwell
Get the irresistible flavor of samosas without all the frying. Phyllo (left over from Roasted Winter Vegetable Baklava ) makes an ingenious wrapper for our take on the popular Indian snacks, although the...
Author: Lillian Chou
You can substitute any color of rice or quinoa to make this gorgeous (and healthful) salad, which works as a vegetarian main course or hearty side dish.
Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Zhoug (or zhug) is to shawarma what salsa is to tacos-a spicy contrast to whatever rich thing it's with. This is Ori Menashe's red zhoug recipe from Bavel.
Author: Ori Menashe
Way better than the classic leftover-turkey sandwich.
Author: Maria Helm Sinskey
Cauliflower's versatility extends all the way to the grill, where it takes on complex flavor and a range of textures. While the exterior becomes burnished and crisp, the interior turns sweet and nutty,...
Author: Hetty McKinnon
As the lamb cooks inside the pita, the fat will render into the bread, creating a crunchy, compact, vibrantly flavored meat pie that's unlike any burger you've ever had.
Author: Anissa Helou
Melty, cheesy, crunchy, spicy: these sandwiches, a street food favorite in India, check all the boxes.
Author: Tara O'Brady
The Big Hurt's pulled pork sandwiches, smoked until tender and tossed in an easy barbecue sauce.
Author: Frank Thomas
Some people might be afraid of cooking chicken hearts, but they're not that much different from any cut of dark chicken meat. These morsels of muscle are perfect for grilling: lean, flavorful, with a perfect...
Author: Jason Wang
A simple potato salad-one that uses both Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes-is given a fresh burst of unexpected flavor from the assertiveness of authentic Jamaican jerk rub. The unapologetically spicy rub...
Author: Brigid Washington
An extra chile for this harissa recipe will play up the heat, and if you're feeling confident, you can customize the mix of spices as well.
Author: Andrew Tarlow
A coating of toasted, lightly crushed fennel, coriander, and cumin seeds gives grilled or broiled lamb loin chops both a heady scent and a good crunch.
Author: Melissa Clark
Oaxaca is known for its moles, and there are countless types. This recipe features dried red chiles and is often served with poultry.
Author: Melissa Clark
A plate of fresh herbs is served at most Persian meals, often taking the place of a salad. Serve this dish as an appetizer, or do as the Persians do and leave it on the table throughout the meal. Toasted...
Author: Louisa Shafia