It’s getting hot and summer drink recipes have been on my mind. My go-to is tahn, an easy-to-make Armenian yogurt drink.
Gatnabour (Rice Pudding) with Peaches and Pistachios
A recipe for rich, creamy rice pudding enhanced with sweet, fresh diced peaches and crunchy pistachio nuts.
Beet Hummus a recipe perfect for entertaining
Hummus is an easy crowd-pleaser for social events. This beet hummus recipe takes a classic favorite and adds a bold color and unique flavor.
Zucchini Recipe, Fassoulia-style
Based on a classic Armenian recipe, fassoulia, this variation uses zucchini instead of string beans and ground turkey instead of lamb.
Armenian Apricot Pie for Mother’s Day
An Armenian apricot pie recipe perfect for Mother’s Day – a sweet-tart jammy filling in a flaky, buttery crust.
Kadayif Two Ways – Cream Kadayif and Kadayif with Cheese
Kadayif (kadaif, knafe) is finely shredded phyllo dough used in many popular Middle Eastern desserts. In this case, it is also the name of the dessert.
Roasted Asparagus Salad Recipe
Asparagus, a vegetable associated with springtime, is paired with fresh, diced tomatoes, crumbled Feta cheese, and bits of fresh basil for a tantilizing salad.
Chef Nathan Kibarian’s Gata Pastry Recipe
Chef Nathan Kibarian’s recipe for Armenian Gata, an elaborately decorated sweet, rich pastry filled with a mixture of flour, butter, and sugar.
Easter Spinach Salad
If you’re looking for a special dish to serve for Easter, try this salad/side dish featuring fresh spinach and plain madzoon (yogurt).
Lamb for Easter? It just seems right!
This roast lamb recipe is a typical Armenian preparation. Serve it with pilaf, salad and fresh bread and you’ll have a grand holiday dinner.