Homemade Hummus / Chickpea and Tahini Dip
Hummus is one of the most famous and most popular of all Middle Eastern meze, and it is eaten at all times of day as a snack or even a meal in itself. Local cooks often serve it with attractive
Falafel / Chickpea Patties
Sandwiches of these tasty fried patties are classic Middle Eastern street food, seemingly available on every corner. Although some versions use fava beans in addition to chickpeas, most recipes use only chickpeas. Falafel can be made with canned chickpeas or
Tzatziki / Cucumber and Yogurt Dip
Tzatziki, is a dip found in the cuisines of Southeast Europe and the Middle East. It is made of yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, sometimes with vinegar or lemon juice, and herbs such as dill, mint, parsley