Recipes - The Daily Simmer

Introduction: There is a misconception that making decent kababs at home requires a charcoal pit and years of practice. The […]

Best Shrimp Rice (Garlic‑Lemon Delight)

Introduction: This dish sits somewhere between a risotto and a pilaf, relying on the earthy combination of green lentils and

Introduction: These semolina date rolls, often known as Maamoul or Makrout depending on where you are in the Middle East,

Introduction: I’ll admit, the first time I saw “dried shrimp” in a pasta recipe, I hesitated. I usually associate that

Introduction: This recipe is based on a dish often called “Astakos” (Lobster) in the Mediterranean, where presentation is half the

Introduction: Cuttlefish is often the forgotten cousin of squid (calamari) and octopus, but it actually sits right in the middle

Introduction: If you visit an Iraqi home during Eid or a major celebration, you will almost certainly be offered Kleicha

Introduction: Rfissa is one of those dishes that commands respect in Moroccan culture. It’s essentially a mountain of shredded, buttery

Introduction: Paella can be a bit intimidating. Traditionalists will tell you that you need a specific pan, a specific fire,

Introduction: When most people hear “kebab,” they think of skewers on a grill. But in many Middle Eastern kitchens, “pot