Bazela: A Lebanese weekday feast

A simple dinner packed with flavour, courtesy of a warming spice mix.

Hey, there!

When most think of Middle Eastern food, they think of feasts. Big feasts. Mezes, kebabs, lots of sweet desserts.

It's true that's important in Middle Eastern cuisine. But it's also very good on simple everyday dishes that are packed with flavour.

Case in point: Bazela. This Lebanese pea stew ticks all the boxes for a weeknight dinner:

• Easy to make

• Lots of veggies, a little meat

• Packed with flavour

All of it with humble ingredients that come together wonderfully.

Enjoy it with a generous helping of Turkish/Middle Eastern style rice.

With all best wishes from Istanbul,

Vidar