Bethany Kehdy

A Champion of Middle Eastern Food & Recipes

Pomegranate Molasses

Pomegranate Molasses is a syrup made by boiling down the juice of pomegranates until it is reduced to a thick, crimson brown liquid. The flavor is a combination of sweet and tart and can be used in place or along with fresh lemon juice. It is often used to dress a fattoush salad, sauces for meats, desserts and as a condiment.  

Kabab Karaz-Venison & Sour Cherry Nests

I’ve strayed from tradition here, as kebab karaz, as it’s known in Syria, is usually made with veal or lamb served on Arabic bread. The spices used are not at all typical and in the traditional manner, kebab karaz, is served over flattened Arabic bread with the sour cherry sauce drizzled over. This notorious dish, which hails from Aleppo, is a real rustic, comfort kind of food in its traditional form. It truly is an alluring demonstration...

Pomegranate and Cider-Glazed Ham

Pomegranate and Cider-Glazed Ham Author: Bethany Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 2 hours Total time: 2 hours 20 mins Serves: 6-8 Go ahead, call me crazy, but I think Johnny Depp and pomegranate molasses have a lot in common. Seductive chameleons, whether on screen or on a plate, they are truly versatile star acts. Captivating and bold with a sharp attitude, they can make you swoon into consensual submission. Think Johnny Depp in the Rum Diary...

Lamburghinis with Barberry and Pistachio Relish

You may have noticed over the last couple of weeks that most of the photography has been the jaw-dropping work of the very talented lifestyle photographer Sarka Babicka. Over the last 3 years, Sarka and I have become close friends and several months back we decided to collaborate on a series of projects. What began as a weekend visit to my home in the West Country turned into a two-month long 'rock and roll' kibbutz experience. At the time, my...

Pomegranate & Za’atar Lamb Riblets

Yup, it has been a good while since I've last posted. I have been and still am incredibly busy but I won't bore you with the what/where/how. Things will soon unravel in their own time. Meanwhile, I've got a stellar recipe for you. It's inspired by Lebanon, of course, and by my wonderful visits to Abu Kassem, but also from the Food Blogger Connect 2011 goodie bag. The lovely people over at Steenbergs were kind enough to provide us with some...

A Lebanese Layered Dip

The idea for this dish came to me months ago but it only came to life yesterday. I am happy to say it was a great success. It takes inspiration from the seven-layer dip although it doesn't have as many layers. It combines hummus b' lahme, hummus balila and gorgeous pomegranate arils and is in fact built upon an intricate layer of flavors. First, there is the zesty and velvety smooth hummus b' tahini, then, a layer of humus balila which hosts...

Fattoush Salad – Guest Post

It's been a while now that I keep getting requests for a fattoush salad recipe... Well it's finally here! I've guest posted the recipe over at the lovely Michelle, on her blog Greedy Gourmet. Please head over there and do make it soon. It's perfect for the weather we're having now and it makes a wonderful barbecue accompaniment. Bethx

Valentine’s Day Dinner – Grilled Halloumi Cheese With Zaa’tar & Red Bell Pepper Coulis

Let me apologies for the radio silence over the last week or so. I've been so busy with different things from dealing with projects regarding this blog, FBC and then a last minute trip to Dubai to help with preparations for my cousin's upcoming wedding in Rome. February is going to be a very crazy month. But, I'm not complaining...I'd much prefer to be busy! Valentine's Day is a couple of weeks away and I thought I'd offer you a three-course,...

Lebanese-Style Chicken Wings w/ Garlic, Coriander & Pomegranate Molasses

Ah! Chicken wings...What's not to like! Actually, do you know what I like even more? Little birdies. Yes. You heard me right. The same ones that fly in the sky. They are absolutely, mouth watering, delicious eaten whole; grilled or sauteed and lathered with a sweet and sour pomegranate molasses basting sauce. I am consciously aware that what I've just said is politically incorrect and illegal in most places. But, in Lebanon they are still...

Mad About Chickpeas – Hummus B’ Lahme

Once more, I will express my undying love for chickpeas: I Am M.A.D About Chickpeas! After all, how can one not succumb to such a delectable and pulsing love affair! The chickpea, belonging to the protein food group, is such a versatile and wholesome leguminous pulse. You can make anything out of it; falafel, all kinds of hummus dips, veggie burgers, bread, and it's also a perfect addition to stews, curries, salads... I could go on and on. And,...

Lamb Stew Makes Me Go GaGa!

I felt like head butting my computer screen on several occasions last night. The fear of causing severe brain damage to myself was the only reason I practiced laborious restraint. I have a Macbook Air that I bought long before I knew how obsessed I was to become with food blogging; the practice of over-tasting while holding a camera in one hand photographing the smallest of crumbs and rambling on about the importance of dry chickpeas while all...

Sfiha Baalbakiye- Miniature Minced Lamb Pies, Baalbeck & Wine Country

Family road trips or even day trips can be mind-blowing. I mean that in a good way. I really really do. As we are always up for a good laugh, a good cry or just a good mental breakdown, we decided that we would make a day trip to Baalback, all of us, together, in one car. This day trip would include my father, my step-mother Aliona, her daughter Alina, my brother Eli, and let's not forget me. Baalbeck is home to some of the biggest temples ever...

Muhammara – Put the hummus on the back burner…

For a while... I could never betray my soul mate! But, Muhammara; a red-hot Syrian concoction which in Arabic means 'reddened' is a necessary addition to any worthy mezze spread. If you like Mutable or Baba Ghanouj (Lebanese Eggplant Dip) and Hummus (Lebanese Chickpea Dip) then you will absolutely love this red-dusk temptation. A combination of charred red bell peppers, walnuts and oh...oh...oh pomegranate molasses, makes Muhammara a...

Vinegars, Syrups & Souring agents

  Verjuice Verjuice (aka as hosrum)  is the unfermented, sour juice, extracted from semi-ripe grapes. Verjuice adds a wonderfully delicate, sweet-tangy tone to dishes, salads and reductions. Verjuice is available in some supermarkets and Middle Eastern delicatessens. Apple Vinegar  Our family farm in Baskinta is host to hundreds of apple trees of which much of their fruit goes to souk each year. My father retains a...

Black Truffle Foie Gras with Pomegranate Molasses

Foie gras (French for fat liver) reminds me of Christmas' past and is one of my favorite things to have during the holiday season. It's very rich, has a mild liver taste, wonderfully creamy, melts in your mouth with a soft texture like silk on your tongue! So, I went into borough market to get some of the delicacies I required for my over the top 7-course Christmas Menu! This is my first attempt at making foie gras, so I asked the lovely...

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