Posted in Dips/Sauces on February 15, 2008 | No Comments »
Sahawa (Salsa)
This is a recipe from Yemen. It is used on chicken, beans, rice, etc.
4 tomatoes, chopped
1-2 cucumbers, chopped (optional)
1/4 hot pepper (or to taste)
1 clove garlic, diced
1 tsp olive oil (optional)
Pepper and salt to taste
Blend 1st four ingredients [...]
Posted in Rice on February 15, 2008 | 3 Comments »
When we were in Egypt and had guests over one time, one of them commented on how “mushy” my rice was. While I was taken aback at the lack of tact, it really didn’t measure up to Middle Eastern rice which is not mushy when prepared and you can eat it with your fingers. So [...]
Posted in Beverages on February 15, 2008 | No Comments »
Haleeb Mowz - (Banana Milk)
This drink is served at Yemeni juice stands.
1/2 cup - 1 cup dry milk
1/2 liter water
3 bananas, cut up into big chunks
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup ice cubes, optional
Blend all ingredients in a blender until thoroughly mixed.
Haleeb Laymun (Lemon [...]
