That Translator Can Cook: Rumaniyya
Rumaniyya is unique to Gaza, I believe, which is why I’ve never eaten it before, as I’ve only traveled around the West Bank…
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That Translator Can Cook: [Peanut Butter] Basbousa
This cake originated in Egypt, according to most accounts, although some say the Ottomans created it…
That Translator Can Cook: Fattet Makdous
Now, this may not be healthiest dish, but it is certainly healthier than many other dishes. Store-bought pita chips are not healthy, but pita chips made by your own hands can be…
That Translator Can Cook: Brik
Brik is a Tunisian variant of the Turkish börek, which is believed to be its predecessor brought to North Africa by the Ottoman Empire…
That Translator Can Cook: Timman Ou Qeema
This dish is popular in Iraq and tends to be served at Islamic celebrations like Ashura, which is the 10th day of the 10th Islamic month (Muharram)…
That Translator Can Cook: Fried Kibbeh
Apparently, kibbeh derives from a delicacy called ‘gubibate’ enjoyed by the King of Assyria in 9th century BCE…
That Translator Can Cook: Sahlab
Sahlab, sahlep in Turkish, was introduced to the Middle East by the Ottomans. It also became very popular in England during the 18th and 19th centuries and was called saloop…
That Translator Can Cook: Bazeen
Bazeen is an immensely popular dish in Libya. Families/friends gather around the dish: pulling pieces of the dough and soaking it in the sauce, tearing off bits of meat and potatoes…
That Translator Can Cook: Freekeh Soup
Freekeh is an ancient grain dating back to ancient Egypt and Levant (Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon), and is immature (green) wheat…
That Translator Can Cook: Fatayer Sabanekh
While pastries may not seem healthy, using a spinach filling is healthier than using a meat or cheese filling. Here are some health benefits of some ingredients…
That Translator Can Cook: Molokhia
This dish dates back to ancient Egypt and some say that it was Jewish people who ate this dish first rather than the ancient Egyptians…
Intro to ‘That Translator Can Cook’ Challenge
I’ve been inspired by other translators, who have challenged themselves to translate and make one recipe each week, and decided to join to them!