Ezme (Turkish Spicy Tomato and Walnut Relish)
Ezme is a finely chopped Turkish relish of tomato, onion, and walnuts, sharpened with pomegranate molasses and Aleppo pepper. It is served alongside grilled...
Shatta (Egyptian Fresh Chili Sauce)
Shatta is Egypt's everyday hot sauce — a bright, garlicky blend of fresh and dried chilies that shows up on nearly every table alongside...
Amba (Iraqi-Israeli Pickled Mango Sauce)
Amba is a tangy, turmeric-yellow pickled mango sauce that traveled with Iraqi Jewish immigrants to Israel, where it's now a staple drizzle on sabich...
Chraimeh (Libyan-Israeli Spicy Tomato Sauce)
Chraimeh is a bold, garlicky tomato sauce built on North African spices, brought to Israel by Libyan Jewish immigrants and now a fixture at...
Skordalia (Greek Garlic Sauce)
This punchy Greek sauce whips potatoes (or bread) with a generous amount of garlic and olive oil. Traditionally served with fried fish or roasted...
Tahini Sauce
This creamy tahini sauce comes together in one bowl and turns from thick paste to silky sauce with just lemon juice and water. Drizzle...
Harissa
This fiery North African chili paste built from smoky roasted peppers and warm spices adds instant depth to soups, stews, or a simple drizzle...
Chermoula (Moroccan Herb and Spice Sauce for Fish)
Chermoula is a vibrant Moroccan marinade and sauce built from fresh herbs, garlic, and warm spices, traditionally used to flavor grilled or baked fish....
Hilbeh (Yemeni Fenugreek and Cilantro Relish)
Hilbeh is a staple of Yemeni Shabbat tables, a foamy, slightly bitter relish made by whipping soaked fenugreek seeds into a paste with cilantro...
Romesco Sauce
This Catalan sauce of roasted red peppers, tomatoes, and toasted almonds is endlessly useful — spoon it over grilled vegetables, fish, or just dip...