Below are some of my favorite recipes along with links to other sites that specialize in Middle Eastern cuisine. If thinner consistency is desired, add more water. Garnish edge of serving dish with finely chopped parsley. Mound 1 tablespoon of whole garbanzo beans in center with a few leaves of parsley. Place pickle slice and olive in the middle of dip.
Arabic custom is to pour a small amount of olive oil over top as well as a sprinkling of simmaq.
Add Swiss chard. Meanwhile saute onions with seasonings in oil until golden brown. Add to lentil mixture and cook until all vegetables are done, no more than 10 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges. Place in large mixing bowl.