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Easy Persian Rice in a Rice Cooker

Easy Persian Rice in a Rice Cooker

Admittedly, this doesn't capture the crunch outside of the normal method of making persian rice. But if you…

John Spottiswood
Mar 2013
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3 votes
13492 views
Grilled Steak with Israeli - North African BBQ Rub

Grilled Steak with Israeli - North African BBQ Rub

Almost nothing tastes better on steak or lamb that is thick enough to slice than an Israeli or North African…

John Spottiswood
May 2009
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2 votes
10536 views
Homemade Grilled Flatbread

Homemade Grilled Flatbread

I couldn't find any authentic pita bread or other flat bread at my local grocery store, so I decided to try grilling my own. It turned out to be…

John Spottiswood
Jan 2012
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4 votes
15481 views
Fish Tahini

Fish Tahini

This is a beautiful and tasty dish that I cooked for a group on a getaway weekend at a winery. I was inspired to cook this by the wonderful grilled…

John Spottiswood
Sep 2010
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4 votes
6152 views
Moroccan Style Lamb with Eggplant

Moroccan Style Lamb with Eggplant

This is another great recipe from the best of the San Francisco Chronicle. The combination of the lamb and…

John Spottiswood
Nov 2011
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5 votes
6834 views
Turkish Red Pepper & Walnut Dip

Turkish Red Pepper & Walnut Dip

I've had this appetizer numerous times at my favorite nearby Turkish restaurant, New Kapadokia. I finally made it myself for a number of guests and…

John Spottiswood
Sep 2010
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11 votes
11374 views
Warm Chickpea and Greens Salad

Warm Chickpea and Greens Salad

This was also a big hit at our weekend getaway. The combination of greens, chickpeas, and sumac with lemon and fresh mint is really to die for.…

John Spottiswood
Aug 2010
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5 votes
3412 views