18 recipes

Spiced Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
Warm, nutty quinoa, smoky spiced chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and a silky tahini lemon dressing come together in a bowl that feels both vibrant and satisfying. It is colourful, generous, and full of contrast—creamy, crunchy, fresh, and warmly spiced in every bite.

Samke Harra
Samke Harra is a striking Lebanese baked fish dish layered with nutty tahini sauce, sharp lemon, fragrant garlic, and the warm crunch of toasted pine nuts. The fish stays moist and flaky, while coriander and chilli bring freshness and gentle heat to every bite.

Kafta bil Sanieh
Kafta bil Sanieh is a comforting baked lamb dish with warm spice, sweet roasted tomato, and a creamy lemon-tahini finish. The kafta stays juicy and richly savory, while the bubbling sesame sauce adds tang and silkiness that make the whole tray deeply satisfying.

Samak bil Tahini
Tender baked fish rests on a bed of sweet onions and is blanketed in a silky tahini-lemon sauce that turns rich and mellow in the oven. Toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley add aroma, texture, and brightness, making the dish both comforting and refined.

Fattet Hummus
Fattet Hummus is a warm, comforting bowl of crisp-to-soft pita layered with tender chickpeas and a bright, creamy tahini-lemon sauce. Finished with toasted pine nuts, olive oil, and parsley, it delivers rich nuttiness, gentle garlic heat, and contrasting textures in every spoonful.

Tarator
This creamy tahini sauce is bright with lemon, gently pungent with garlic, and lifted by fresh parsley and a hint of cumin. Smooth, nutty, and versatile, it works equally well as a dip, drizzle, or dressing.

Tarator
This Turkish tarator is a quick, creamy meze made from tahini, walnuts, garlic, lemon, and olive oil. It has a deep nutty richness balanced by fresh parsley and bright citrus, making it an excellent dip or sauce for a simple vegan spread.

Msabaha
Msabaha is a comforting bowl of warm, tender chickpeas layered over silky tahini sauce, then finished with olive oil, cumin, parsley, and a touch of chili. It is creamy yet textured, bright with lemon, and deeply savory despite its simple ingredients.

Hummus Abu Hassan
This hummus is ultra-smooth, pale, and creamy, with deep nuttiness from tahini and bright acidity from lemon. Warm whole chickpeas, fruity olive oil, and a dusting of paprika turn it into a simple but luxurious bowl best eaten fresh and scooped up with bread.

Sabich Bowl
This Sabich Bowl layers silky hummus, warm roasted aubergine, jammy eggs, crisp tomato-cucumber salad, and a punchy tahini-amba dressing. It delivers the creamy, smoky, tangy, and fresh contrasts that make sabich so satisfying, in an easy beginner-friendly meal.

Kebab
These juicy lamb kebabs are fragrant with cumin, allspice, and a hint of cinnamon, then seared until browned and lightly charred. Served with warm flatbread, crisp vegetables, and creamy tahini sauce, they make a classic, satisfying meal with bold but approachable flavours.

Kruvit Tzluya Shlema
This whole roasted cauliflower comes out tender at the core, deeply bronzed at the edges, and richly spiced with cumin and paprika. Creamy lemon-garlic tahini, juicy pomegranate seeds, and fresh parsley add contrast, making the dish both dramatic and balanced.

Kofta with Tahini Yogurt and Roasted Carrots
This is the kind of dinner that looks a little special but is completely doable on a weeknight. Juicy, warmly spiced kofta, sweet roasted carrots, and a tangy tahini yogurt come together in one vibrant plate with plenty of texture, color, and contrast.

Ottolenghi-Style Spiced Beef with Tahini Yogurt and Herbs
Quickly seared spiced beef served over tangy, creamy tahini yogurt, finished with bright herbs, crunchy nuts and a lemony finish. It’s a fast, fragrant main that balances rich meat with cooling yogurt.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Tahini-Lemon Dressing
Golden-brown roasted sweet potato wedges meet a creamy tahini-lemon dressing with garlic and cumin. Toasted sesame and fresh cilantro add nutty depth, herbal freshness, and a pleasant crunch.

Lamb Köfte with Lemon Tahini
Juicy lamb köfte with bold herbs, warming cumin and a delicate hint of cinnamon. Creamy lemon tahini, fresh arugula and sweet-tart pomegranate seeds provide contrast and freshness.

Baked Figs with Tahini Cream
Warm, caramelized figs meet a creamy lemon-tahini sauce, fragrant thyme, and crunchy walnuts. Arugula adds a fresh, lightly peppery note.

Harissa Chickpeas with Roasted Cauliflower
Sweetly roasted cauliflower and crisp chickpeas meet smoky, spicy harissa. Fresh lemon-tahini sauce and coriander add creamy acidity and a fragrant, light finish.