Heart Healthy Muhammara Red Pepper Dip

Muhammara Red Pepper Dip - Food Gypsy

A Middle Eastern pesto, Muhummara combines roasted red peppers with toasted walnuts, a splash of lemon juice, garlic, onions and the sweetness of pomegranate molasses for a dip that is loaded with heart healthy fats, antioxidants and complex flavour. One of the things I enjoy most about being in a catering kitchen is the broad […]

Za’atar Spice – Middle Eastern Flavour for Your Pantry

Za'atar Spice - Food Gypsy

Za’atar is to Middle Eastern cooking what Herbs du Provenance is to Southern French cooking.   A spice blend so versatile and so pungent, it’s used on meats, vegetables, in rice dishes and (my favourite) Za’atar bread. A savory addition to your pantry, try it on lamb chops next time you’re grilling with just a bit […]