Homemade Meals by Chef Aliye
Find easy healthy dinners, Mediterranean recipes for dinner, dinner ideas for tonight, dinner ideas for the week, clean eating recipes, healthy dinner recipes, and more! Most popular recipes include Turkish-style beef köfte kebab, Turkish-style chicken doner kebab, and Miso-Mustard Dressing.
This recipe is the best way to cook halibut: slow roasted and served with an herb salsa. Every bite is rich and buttery and melts in your mouth. Topped with a vibrant herb salsa, this recipe will become your go-to for all types of fish. […]
Print Recipe Garam Masala Recipe This blend of warming spices is used often in northern Indian cuisine. Adapted from the cookbook Indian Home Cooking by Suvir Saran and Stephanie Lyness. Prep Time15 minsCook Time5 minsTotal Time20 mins Course: SpicesCuisine: IndianKeyword: authentic garam masala Ingredients1 cinnamon […]
If you’re wondering how to meal plan, this post is for you. Cooking at home can add years to your life, and meal planning is the key to producing those home-cooked meals, while saving money and time in the process. 1. Make Time for Meal […]
This easy asparagus recipe is a delicious side dish. Asparagus stalks are briefly steamed, then topped with a brightly flavored tomato and olive salsa that is seasoned with za’atar spice blend, fresh garlic, and vinegar or fresh lemon juice. How to Choose Asparagus Asparagus is […]
When cooking grass fed beef, it is necessary to keep in mind a few specific things that set it apart from conventional grain fed beef. Read on for 7 tips for transforming grass fed beef into a moist and flavorful meal. Grass Fed vs. Grain […]
This Turkish meze recipe is an absolute delight. Chicken is poached in an aromatic liquid and combined with a paprika-laced walnut sauce. Circassian chicken is a delicious addition to any meze spread or perfect for a party appetizer. Origins of Turkish Meze Meze refers to […]
Happy Monday! Here are some dinner ideas for tonight, and for the rest of the week. Many of the recipes make terrific leftovers for lunch the next day. It’s Monday… …and you’re looking for something quick and easy and yummy. You might even have to […]
This healthy side dish, garlicky Swiss chard and chickpeas, is a quick and easy side dish for any meal. Swiss Chard: A Versatile Vegetable Swiss chard is in the same plant family as spinach, and has similar flavor and cooking qualities. It’s a little more […]
Sheet pan shrimp with peppers and onions is a simple weeknight recipe ready in less than 20 minutes. How to Cook Shrimp I love using shrimp for an easy healthy dinner during the week because they are delicious and easy to cook. Depending on the […]
Happy weekend! Spring is almost here, yay! Here are some healthy dinner ideas for the week, let’s get prepping! Sunday Whip up a batch of this Mediterranean style pasta (pictured above) and have everybody over for a hearty Sunday dinner. (Low carb, gluten-free, and vegetarian […]
These maple glazed carrots with smoky walnut gremolata will impress everyone at the table. Best news? They are super simple to make. What is Gremolata? Gremolata is an Italian condiment, traditionally made with parsley, lemon zest, and garlic. Truth be told, I have been a […]
Turks like to stuff things, and this Turkish-style stuffed tomato recipe is no exception. Dolmas Dolmas are a family of stuffed dishes in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. This tomato dolma is filled with a fragrant meat filling and simmered over low heat until just […]
In this Turkish-style braised leeks recipe, called prasa, leeks are combined with extra virgin olive oil, carrots, lemon, and a small amount of white rice for a classic Turkish dish that tastes much more than the sum of its parts. Leeks Leeks are an unsung […]
This sweet potato fries recipe with coriander-onion dip is an easy weeknight side dish or snack that’s easy to love. Reworking a Family Favorite Every Thanksgiving my extended family gets together for our annual celebration, and it’s basically a feeding frenzy. Before the main course […]
Next time you’re looking to add to your collection of easy vegetarian recipes, turn to this Mediterranean-style beans and greens recipe. This versatile dish uses simple pantry ingredients for an aromatic and filling meal that is sure to become a favorite. Easy Vegetarian Recipes This […]
If you’re wondering how to cook lamb chops, this is a perfect starter recipe for you. Rub lamb chops with a simple spice blend and olive oil, and serve alongside an easy-to-make gremolata. This decadent meal will become a weeknight go-to for an easy healthy […]
This Brussels sprouts salad recipe is yummy. I made it because I had some leftover over Brussels sprouts kicking around the fridge. I hate food waste, so I knew I had to do something quickly with them. Brussels Sprouts Recipes Brussels sprouts recipes of old […]
These Manchego grilled cheese toasts smear homemade green olive tapenade over a toasted baguette slice, and melt sweet nutty Manchego cheese over the top. They are a perfect accompaniment to soups and salads, or as a tasty snack or appetizer. Manchego Grilled Cheese I love […]