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The Top 4 Things Arab Americans Value Greatly in Their Culture

By: May Shabti/Arab America Contributing Writer Arab Americans share many great values in their culture. Values may include respecting one’s elders and how family roles are distributed in the household. Food is also greatly appreciated and Arab Americans tend to take pride in their delicious dishes. In addition, education and hospitality are greatly appreciated among … Continued

U.S. Congressional Representatives Expected to Attend National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration in DC

On Tuesday, April 30th, Arab America will present the National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) Commemoration with a special celebration just steps from the U.S. Capitol in Washington DC, from 6:00-8:30 pm. The event promises to be an exposé of Arab cultural stations, authentic Arab cuisine (including, kibbe, grape leaves, tabouleh and hummus) a Falafel … Continued

The 7 Creative Ways Arab Americans Eat Chickpeas

By: May Shabti/Arab America Contributing Writer Chickpeas dishes are gaining popularity, especially, among vegetarians. There are a wide variety of health benefits by eating any food containing chickpeas which are particularly high in fiber. Studies have shown that people with type 2 Diabetes who consume high-fiber diets have lower blood glucose levels. Chickpeas are particularly high in … Continued

Kefta Bi Tahini: Kefta with Potatoes and Tahini Sauce

By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer As the winter days still linger around, there is always one dish that comes to mind that I fondly remember from my childhood: Kefta bi Tahini, or kefta meatballs with tahini sauce. This hearty dish is the Palestinian answer to Swedish meatballs. Swap out kefta for the meatballs and … Continued

These Quick Arab Snacks are Healthy and Cheap!

By: May Shabti/Arab America Contributing Writer In the Arab world, Arabs tend to rely a lot on quick snacks that are both healthy and easy to make or eat. Many of these quick snacks have been consumed in the Arab world for a long time. In fact, they are famous for their health benefits as well … Continued

Delicious Nuts and the Health Benefits Arab Americans Adore

By: May Shabti/Arab America Contributing Writer You can hardly find any Arab kitchen that doesn’t serve or contain any form of nuts which have many uses.  Arab Americans include nuts in main dishes, desserts,  and even as a quick healthy snack, and most importantly when welcoming guests. It is usually the first thing you will … Continued

Middle Eastern Style Stuffed Butternut Squash

By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Middle eastern people love stuffing vegetables with a tantalizing combination of rice and meat with herbs like parsley and mint. They stuff everything from zucchini, eggplant, potatoes, tomatoes, and even carrots. However, one vegetable “vessel” underutilized in the Arab world is the butternut squash because it is not indigenous … Continued

Drinks Arab American Appreciate for their Health Benefits

By: May Shabti/Arab America Contributing Writer There are many health benefits that come along with drinks that are consumed heavily by the Arabic speaking populations.  Benefits may include simply relaxing the nerves of the body, as well as to cure insomnia and anxiety. These relaxing drinks listed below have been in the Arab tradition for … Continued

Baba Ghanoush, the Smoky Cousin of Hummus

By: Blanche Shaheen/Arab America Contributing Writer Hummus gets so much attention and glory. Restaurants feature the dip mixed with every vegetable under the sun, ranging from sun-dried tomatoes to red peppers. School children now eat hummus and crackers as a lunch addition without a second thought. Nutritionists recommend hummus as a healthy snack for nearly … Continued

Dozens of Metro Detroit Arab American Restaurants Will Feed Families of Federal Workers Today

Bill Addison/Eater– Al Ameer in Dearborn. By Brenna Houck@EaterDetroit  Jan 25, 2019, 9:28am EST SHARE Nearly six weeks into the partial government shutdown, an organization backed by dozens of local restaurants has pledged to provide support to federal employees and their families. The Michigan Muslim Community Council has announced that more than 40 area restaurants will be offering … Continued

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