Saudi Arabia

'Lawrence of Arabia' Middle Eastern Recipes and Photos

Anonymous — Sat, 31 May 2008 02:44:51 +0000

This Middle Eastern menu features a savory array of international dishes, including Pan-Fried Chickpeas, Black Bean Hummus, Falafel with Tahini, Snapper with Savory Tomato Sauce, Lamb Kefta Kebabs, Spicy Tunesian Carrots, Rice-Couscous-Lentil Pilav, and Yogurt Fritters with Rose-Scented Syrup.

Recipe: Arabian Cardamon Coffee - Qahwah

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:35:40 +0000

3 tablespoons un-roasted coffee 4 1/2 cups water 1 1/2 teaspoon pulverized cardamom seeds Place coffee in a heavy frying pan, then roast over high heat, stirring constantly until it just begins to...

Recipe: Nut Rolls - Nashab

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:33:42 +0000

These sweets have a history that goes back to the 9th century Baghdad when the city was the centre of the world. 1 1/4 cups raw cashew nuts 1 cup walnuts 1/2 cup blanched almonds 1 teaspoon ground...

Al Madina Al Munawarra

Anonymous — Fri, 31 Dec 2004 09:50:45 +0000

Basic Introduction: Madina Munawarra is the second holiest city of Islam after Makkah Sharif. It is in midst of a desert that is hot but not very humid. In fact, most of the Saudi Arab is desert. The...

Foods of the Arabian Gulf Countries

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:14:45 +0000

For untold centuries, the bedouins of the Arabian Peninsula have served in their desert tents, mansaf (roasted lamb with rice) to honoured guests. Along the eastern coast of that ancient land, the...

Film Review: Lawrence of Arabia

Anonymous — Sat, 31 May 2008 01:34:59 +0000

One of cinema's greatest epics, Lawrence of Arabia is based on the life of T.E. Lawrence, a British scholar and archaeologist with extensive expertise in Middle Eastern language, culture, and history. The story takes place in the midst of World War I, when Lawrence (Peter O'Toole) was dispatched to Saudi Arabia by the British army as a military intelligence officer to aid in the uprising of the Bedouins against the Turks.

Recipe: Chickpea Kabab - Kabab Alnikhi

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:27:05 +0000

Makes some 36 patties Like numerous other dishes now common in the Arabian Gulf countries, this dish likely came from the Indian sub-continent. Wholesome and tasty, it can be served as an entrée, side...

Recipe: Shrimp and Rice - Rubyian

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:28:40 +0000

Serves from 6 to 8 Easy to prepare as the main course for special dinners, this dish ( Rubyian ) and Makbous Samak are very tasty, especially for those who are looking for different fish menus. 8...

Recipe: Eggplant Purée - Dukous Badhinjan

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:18:23 +0000

Serves 8 to 10 For all strata of society in the Arab countries, eggplants are a favoured vegetable. This dish is prepared almost the same in the Eastern Arab countries - with more spices in the Gulf...

Recipe: Lentils, Rice and Fish - Makbous Samak

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:30:16 +0000

Serves from 8 to 10 6 tablespoons butter 2 cups rice, rinsed 1/2 cup lentils, soaked overnight in 5 1/2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon ginger l/8 teaspoon cayenne 2 1/2...

Recipe: Coconut Rolled Dates - Stuffed

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:32:25 +0000

1 pound soft-whole dried dates, pitted 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 3/4 cup half and half cream 2/3 cup sugar 1 tablespoon orange blossom water 4 tablespoons cocoa 1 cup shredded coconut, spread...

Choosing a Quality Language Program

Anonymous — Sun, 03 Nov 2002 16:58:31 +0000

Opportunities for overseas and exchange programs abound, but to find quality instruction, you'll have to review those applications and brochures carefully. Sometimes even knowing what to look for and...

Recipe: Cucumber Salad - Salatat Khiyar

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:22:54 +0000

Serves 6 to 8 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 medium sweet pepper, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ginger 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups yogurt 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and chopped Heat...

Fact File: Asian Internet Top Domains

Anonymous — Tue, 18 Nov 2003 09:16:33 +0000

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Recipe: Chickpea and Tomato Soup - Shawrbat Alnikhi

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 14:24:58 +0000

Serves 8 to 10 1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight and drained 8 cups water 4 tablespoons olive oil 4 tablespoons finely chopped freshcoriander leaves 2 medium onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic crushed 2...