Falastin - A Cookbook by Sami Tamimi
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Web ID: 14737331Palestinian Cuisine
This was a fascinating book full of information on Palestine's food, places, and people. The cuisine was new to me and I enjoyed choosing and trying different recipes in it. I tried the Spicy Herb Salad with Quick-Pickled Cucumber and served it with Chicken Musakhan. Both recipes were DELICIOUS! Another night I made the Roasted Squash and Zucchini with Whipped Feta and Pistachios as a side dish. Amazing with its creamy and crunchy texture and so good. My last recipe was the Butternut Squash and Saffron Soup with Caramelized Pistachios and Herb Oil. The addition of the nuts and oil elevated this lovely soup to the heavenly. I will definitely be adding this book to my collection. A special "Thank you!" to Chetna Makan from Food with Chetna on Youtube for the recommendation Highly recommended
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gorgeous cookbook
This is a lovely cookbook, filled with easy to follow, delicious-sounding recipes, as well as stories of the Palestinian people the recipes came from. There are tips on how to adapt the recipes for personal taste, and substitutions for ingredients that might not be at hand. There are many vegetarian options, and the recipes are a nice mix of traditional and contemporary fare. The gorgeous photography and stories of the different food cultures add so much to the enjoyment of paging through this book! Keep in mind, not all ingredients will be easy to find, and while the recipes are clearly written and easy to follow, they're aren't necessarily easy to make- some require day before prep work, but the results certainly sound amazing. #Falastin #NetGalley
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Quickly became one of my most-used cookbooks
Falastin is more than a cookbook, it's a journey through Palestine. Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley have done a beautiful job of telling the stories of the Palestinian people through this stunning cookbook. The recipes are fabulous. I've made the hummus, various kofta variations, the butternut squash and zucchini dish with whipped feta, and most recently, the eggplant, tomato, and chickpea bake, which is a stunner. I love that each recipe includes notes on what can be made ahead - this makes meal planning so much easier! The recipes are really well developed, everything has turned out perfectly. The flavors are bright and vibrant. I just bought a copy for my sister and will soon be getting one for my mom and mother-in-law - it's THAT good. I’ve received a free copy from Ten Speed Press in exchange for a free and unbiased review.
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Palestinian People and Their Recipes
I was so excited when I received this cookbook. I love the recipes contained in this gorgeous book. The photos are beautiful and drool-worthy. What's wonderful about this book is the history of the Palestinians and their food. I enjoyed reading a little more about their history, geography, and the people and the dishes they prepare. I would love to eat my way throughout this book. There's so many mouth-watering recipes. I've received a free copy from Ten Speed Press in exchange for a free and unbiased review.
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A great cookbook to try new flavors!
This cookbook is full of delicious recipes, gorgeous photos and plenty of history. Although there are some unique ingredients throughout this book, they do appear multiple times in many different recipes, so they are definitely worth seeking out. A lot of these flavors are new to me but I haven't been disappointed yet. None of these flavor lack in flavor or texture and often use a lot of great fresh produce and herbs. I've made: roasted squash and zucchini with whipped feta and pistachios, roasted red pepper and walnut dip and lemon chicken with za'tar and all are going into our monthly rotation. I'm excited to keep exploring these new (to me!) flavors. I also like that in the back is a glossary that explains different ingredients and concepts. It was super helpful. I’ve received a free copy from Ten Speed Press in exchange for a free and unbiased review.
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