Middle Eastern Cuisines

Mustapha's Moroccan Preserved Lemons

A classic Moroccan ingredient, preserved lemons lend an almost indecipherable flavor to a whole host of Moroccan dishes such as couscous, lamb and vegetables tagines, recipes for chicken and fish, and all manner of salads. The 'lemonness' you expect is softened and sour and salty elements combine with a hint of sweetness for an entirely new flavor experience. Mustapha's preserved lemons are cured and packed in a mild brine solution, which transforms the once bitter lemon rind into a completely different ingredient, one that you will find both enticing and indispensable, and not just for Moroccan cuisine. As Paula Wolfert - the world famous author of many cookbooks on Mediterranean cuisines - notes, "their unique pickled taste and special silken texture cannot be duplicated with fresh lemon or lime juice, despite what some food writers have said." Preserved lemons are usually rinsed to remove excess saltiness, and the rind can be blanched to remove even more of the saltiness. You can use the entire lemon if you wish, but the flesh is most often used in stews. Try slicing preserved lemons thinly and tucking them into a fragrant stew or lentil dish, bake with fish or lamb or toss in a fresh vegetable salad. A twist of preserved lemon rind will make for one incredible martini. Preserved lemons are a common, though often unrecognized, flavor in Moroccan cooking. They are also an important ingredient throughout the rest of North Africa. The distinctive texture and flavor of preserved lemons is essential to not only traditional Moroccan cooking, but also to the contemporary cooking of the some of the best chefs in the South of France, Spain, England, and right here in the USA.

Large 8" Thai Mortar & Pestle Great Kitchen Tool Gift

Crushing with a mortar and pestle releases the flavor of fresh spices better than chopping with the blade of a food processor. And, it gives you better control over the consistency. This natural grey-green color, sturdy granite (stone) Thai mortar and pestle are widely used in Thai households. It is the highest quality mortar and pestle from Thailand. The handmade mortar is textured inside (and out), aiding the process. The weighty pestle easily ground the spices and powerful enough to turn the mixure into a smooth paste in few minutes. You need not limit its use to Thai or Asian cooking. It works well to make pesto and sauces or any ground mixture. Used this Thai granite mortar and pestle for crushing spices and pulverized the nuts. A wonderful gift...!!! Available in size 5, 6, 7 and 8 Granite Mortar & Pestle

Haci Bekir Turkish Delight Rose Flavour 500 g

The story of the birth of Turkish Delight, begins in the late 1700s, when Ali Muhiddin Haci Bekir, a confectioner to the imperial court in Istanbul, tried to create a soft candy for the sultan. The sultan complained that the hard candy would crack his teeth. The confectioner mixed water, sugar corn starch, cream of tartar, and rosewater. He cooked it up, poured the mixture into a flat pan coated in almond oil, and let it cool. He then sprinkled it with powdered sugar, and cut it into bite size pieces. The sultan was pleased, and Turkish Delight was born.

Harrissa in Tube - Puree of Dried Hot Peppers

This traditional North African condiment is a must for couscous. It is made from hot chiles, garlic, cumin, coriander, caraway and olive oil. Adds flavor to stews, soups and sauces.

Spicy Lamb Sausages - Merguez - 24 Links

Merguez is a traditional North African spicy lamb and beef sausage. It is usually served grilled with couscous and harrissa. Pork-Free. This "All Natural" product is guaranteed free of antibiotics, hormones, preservatives, artificial ingredients and nitrites. Animals are fed with the purest natural feeds (No animal by-product). Many of Fabrique Delices products have been served at the White House, on the Air France Concorde and even to his Holiness John Paul II. Comes also in a 6-link package.

Plain Turkish Delight (Haci Bekir - 17oz.)

Real Turkish Delight of Haci Bekir combines delicious flavours and satin-smooth texture since 1777 this speciality of Haci Bekir has been made of sugar and starch and depending on the type of various kind of nuts with flavours. This favourite sweet of oriental countries was introduced to the western world by and English traveller in the 19th century who bought it from Haci Bekir since then it has been universally popular as Turkish Delight. For over 200 years now in Turkiye and middle east Lokum is synonymus with Haci Bekir and vice versa.

Mustapha's Organic Moroccan Argan Oil

Assorted Turkish Delight (Pistachio, Hazelnut, Plain, Rose - Haci Bekir - 17oz.)

Real Turkish Delight of Haci Bekir combines delicious flavours and satin-smooth texture since 1777 this speciality of Haci Bekir has been made of sugar and starch and depending on the type of various kind of nuts with flavours. This favourite sweet of oriental countries was introduced to the western world by and English traveller in the 19th century who bought it from Haci Bekir since then it has been universally popular as Turkish Delight. For over 200 years now in Turkiye and middle east Lokum is synonymus with Haci Bekir and vice versa.

Nutella Hazelnut Chocolate Spread 13 Oz.

If you like peanut butter,you will surely like this change of pace! Nutella is made from real hazelnuts and cocoa for a unique chocolate-nutty taste. Try this tasty spread on bagels, bread and crescent rolls. Also available in money saving 3 or 6 packs.

Ras El Hanout 4.0 Oz By Zamouri Spices

Zamouri Spices - Ras el Hanout - as featured in O, The Oprah Magazine. This is NOT a simple version of Ras el Hanout found in cookbooks; this is AUTHENTIC! In Moroccan language, Ras el Hanout literally means head of the store or the best spice mixture a merchant has to offer. (also known as ras al hanout or ras el hanouth, raz al hanout or Moroccan Seasoning) Ras el Hanout is a spice blend that Zamouri Spices is proud to present as its best and most unique mix that any adventurous palate would love to experience. The secret of this mix and its recipe is passed down through generations. Native to Morocco, every spice vendor in the region has its own recipe. Zamouri's, too, has its original blend used only in the remote region of Zamour (North Africa Atlas Mountains) for a thousand years. Ingredients from over 30 different herbs and spices include: Grains of Paradise, Lavender, turmeric, ajawan seeds, kalajeera, ginger, galangal, oris root, rose buds, monk's pepper, cinnamon and more!