Ellie’s Middle Eastern Sharing Menu

Choose 2 from each section

Starter

Traditional Hummus – Creamy blend of chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon, finished with olive oil and sumac

Babaganoush – Smoky roasted aubergine blended with tahini, garlic, and lemon and a sprinkle of parsley

Muhammara – A vibrant red pepper and walnut dip spiced with paprika and a hint of garlic

Spinach and Goats Cheese Boreks – A filo pastry parcels

Labneh with Za’atar – Strained yoghurt spread, with olive oil, za’atar and fresh mint

(All served with warm pita bread and crudites)

Main

Slow-Roasted Za’atar Lamb Shoulder with Pomegranate & Herbs

Grilled Beef Kofta with a Zesty Tomato and Herb Relish

Persian Inspired Chicken with Dukkah with a Garlic Tahini Drizzle

Grilled Sea Bream with Sumac and Preserved Lemon

Spiced Turkey Tagine with Apricots, Green Olives and Almonds

Sides

Israeli Couscous Salad

Greek Salad

Spiced Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Pomegranate

Za’atar Roasted Vegetables

Homemade Beetroot Falafels with Minted Yoghurt

Dessert

Chocolate and Tahini Tart with Pistachio, Rose and Sea Salt

Middle Eastern Rice Pudding with Dates and Apricots

Basbousa – A Semolina Cake Flavoured with Rose Water and Orange

Traditional Baklava

Honey and Cardamom Poached Pears with Greek Yogurt and Mint