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Cheese bourekas for days ✨

When it comes to holidays, there’s nothing like having pastries with cheese for breakfast and breaking fasts. Especially when they’re flaky and buttery 😍 add some Zaatar, jam, or just have them plain. And let’s be real…you can never have too many!

Have an easy and meaningful fast!

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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4 years ago

Playing around with lighting can be so much fun! Bolder shadows and evening light isn’t usually when I shoot, but I saw this light come through the window and couldn’t help it 😊

I decided to try the oatmeal bake I kept seeing all over social media and it was worth it! The best part is it’s all done in the pan! So easy, healthy, and delish - and of course I had to spice it up a little 😉

Recipe:
2 mashed bananas
2 cups of oats
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cardamom
1 tsp vanilla extract
Frozen berries (or fruit of your choice)
Date syrup and/or nut butter for topping

Mix all ingredients together in your baking pan. Top with frozen berries or other fruit. Bake on 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Too with date syrup and/or nut butter and enjoy. That’s it!

You have to try this bake with the fun cardamom and date syrup additions!

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

Sourdough is by far one of my favorite breads. The texture, the crust…you just can’t go wrong. Recently I revived my sourdough starter, Albus Dumbledough, and while it’s been a slow start, he’s definitely coming right back to life! (Wouldn’t expect anything less from such a wizard!)✨

Top 3 ways to enjoy sourdough toast:

1. Toast and jam - always a classic!

2. Avocado Toast - but I mean lots of avo, egg, tomatoes, spices…the works 🥑

3. Labneh and Zaatar - each bite is so full of a perfectly balanced, Middle Eastern flavor!

What’s your favorite way to make or eat sourdough? Share in the comments below!! 🍞

Ps - Zaatar from Awafi Spices will be available for order soon! Link in Bio!

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

Awafi Spices are on their way across the US! 🧡
This is so exciting! Huge thank you to all of you who have purchased spices! 🙌🏻

This has been a year and a half in the making and I’m so proud to share my family’s flavors with the world and see them come to life! They are so near and dear to my heart and I’m thrilled to see the excitement they bring everyone! I couldn’t have done it without all of you!

Each spice is handcrafted and blended with love. I hope these spices bring joy to your home and your table the way they do to mine everyday!

Order your spices now using the link in my bio! I know you’ll love them!

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

Happy Friday! We finally made it to the weekend! 🥳

Fridays are somehow always busy days, but no matter how crazy, it’s so fun to have a fresh, home cooked dinner to kick off the weekend! You can’t go wrong making this chicken using Benny’s Spice! Just sprinkle, add some wine, cover, and let it bake! Not a chicken fan? Try it with tofu!

Get some Benny’s Spice today using the link in my bio!

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

Spices are the key to incredible flavors that elevate any dish from one level to the next. Whether toasted or ground, fresh or dried, there’s nothing like spicing up your table with colors and flavors to create a masterpiece! 😍

Awafi Spices are officially available!! Get your spices today through the link in my bio!! 🥳

Awafi 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

The Awafi Spices Presale!

I’m proud to present Awafi Spices - handcrafted spice blends and pure spices to enhance every dish. These spices are made from old family traditions originating in Baghdad and evolving through flavors of Myanmar and India as my great great grandfather walked across the Arabian Peninsula into Southeast Asia.

We are 5 days away from the official launch! Get your presale order in and receive a little something extra special!

To pre-order, please use the link in bio or DM me @awaficooking

Prices:
Benny’s Spice - $10
Bhaji Blend - $10
Lahasun - $7
Adarak - $7
Haldee - $7

Available for pickup or delivery. Shipping available upon request.

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

Get ready to spice up your life! 🤩
I’m excited to announce that some incredible spices will be coming your way!

We are only 5 days away from the official launch of Awafi Spices!

Pre-Sale starts tonight!

PS - Want to know the secret to enhancing the flavor of your dish?
Heat those spices! 🔥

Awafi! 🧡 by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

Some mornings are just about good coffee to kickstart your day and on those mornings, make your favorite coffee ever so it gives you superpowers (or other drink if you don’t drink coffee)! It’ll make everything better! ☕️

How do you get through your tough mornings? Comment below! 👇🏻

Happy Tuesday! Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

On Wednesdays we eat Bourekas! 💁🏻‍♀️
(I couldn’t help myself lol)
Flakey and savory, bourekas have a buttery texture with delicious filling on the inside, like the cheese in these!

These bourekas are pretty easy to make and will be a great addition for any party…or keep them all for yourself 😋 enjoy the recipe below!

Recipe:
1 package puff pastry
1 package feta cheese
1 package cream cheese
1 16oz container cottage cheese
1 egg
Sesame seeds

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut into squares (or desired shape). Stir the cheese mixture and egg together until well blended. Fill each puff pastry piece with approximately one spoon of filling, line the edge of the puff pastry with water, and seal into a pocket. Egg wash the bourekas and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Place each pocket on a greased baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until well puffed and golden.

Serve with your favorite jam, honey, and of course some coffee or tea! ☕️

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

It’s Tuesday which means it’s time for toast! This sprouted rye and cured fish plate is one of the most delicious ways to start your day! The flavor balance is absolutely delicious and I seriously can’t get enough of the sprouted rye toast! Plus Mediterranean breakfasts are everything and really highlight each part of the dish - just look at that labne and the best cured trout (seriously)! Well, just here to share that this plate needs to be your next go-to 😍

And don’t forget to grab some amazing bread too! Enjoy all the toast!

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Lodge Bread Co. by @awaficooking

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5 years ago

Just like that, it’s Rosh Hashanah!

A time for lots of apples and honey 🍯
A time for delicious Maruba - a traditional apple jam treat! 🍎
A time for family and friends to celebrate together 💕
And of course a time to make apple filled desserts, like this cardamom apple cake! 🍰

What’s your favorite apple dish? Comment below!

Hope you have a happy, healthy, sweet new year! Shana Tova! 🍎🍯

Awafi! 🧡 taken in Los Angeles, California by @awaficooking

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