Chef-Driven Recipes Made Easy

recipe index

One Creative Cook 7/26/25 One Creative Cook 7/26/25

Quick Blender Tahini Sauce

Make this creamy lemon tahini sauce in under 5 minutes with a blender—perfect for falafel, shawarma, salads, and dips.

One Creative Cook 6/29/25 One Creative Cook 6/29/25

Authentic Tabbouleh Salad with Flat-Leaf Parsley and Bulgur

This herb-forward tabbouleh recipe is lemony, light, and made the traditional way with flat-leaf parsley and just a touch of bulgur.

One Creative Cook 6/18/25 One Creative Cook 6/18/25

Jajik: Iraqi Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

This tangy jajik with yogurt, cucumber, lemon, garlic, and mint is a refreshing Middle Eastern sauce—perfect for shawarma, grilled meats, or rice.

One Creative Cook 6/1/25 One Creative Cook 6/1/25

Juicy Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma Thighs

This easy sheet pan chicken shawarma recipe is always juicy, spiced just right, and full of Middle Eastern flavor from my go-to homemade marinade.

One Creative Cook 5/24/25 One Creative Cook 5/24/25

Authentic Middle Eastern Chopped Salad

This crisp, refreshing Middle Eastern chopped salad recipe is ready in just 10 minutes—perfect for picnics, lunches, or stuffing into pita wraps!

One Creative Cook 7/25/24 One Creative Cook 7/25/24

Grilled Cod with Onion, Tomato, and Tamarind

This foolproof Middle Eastern grilling technique ensures perfectly cooked fish that never sticks to the grates. Ideal for your next summer BBQ!

One Creative Cook 6/3/24 One Creative Cook 6/3/24

Grilled Lamb Roast and Summer Veggie Platter

This show-stopping lamb platter is the perfect summer dish. Easy to prepare, presents beautifully, and highlights the best of seasonal produce.

One Creative Cook 5/24/24 One Creative Cook 5/24/24

Zhoug: Spicy Middle Eastern Green Sauce

Elevate your dishes with this authentic Yemenite zhoug sauce. Fresh cilantro, chili, citrus, and spice create this easy and delicious dip. Perfect for falafel, grilled meats, and more!

Reem Tiltman, professional chef and creator of onecreativecook.com

Hi, I’m Reem!
I’m a chef turned full-time traveler, sharing my tried-and-true recipes. With 15+ years of professional experience and plenty of time cooking on the road, you’ll find restaurant-quality recipes adapted for any kitchen setup or skill level!