12 Iraqi Recipes
From Lamb Biryani with Raisins and Almonds to Charcoal-Grilled Beef Kebab with Sumac Onions — explore 12 Iraqi recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit.
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Lamb Biryani with Raisins and Almonds
Bone-in lamb shoulder braised with baharat, black lime and saffron, then layered with fragrant basmati, fried vermicelli and peas, and finished with golden raisins and toasted…
Charcoal-Grilled Beef Kebab with Sumac Onions and Blistered Tomatoes
Juicy minced beef kebabs seasoned with baharat and parsley, grilled over high heat and served with tangy sumac-dressed onions, charred tomatoes and warm flatbread.
Dolma Iraqi Stuffed Vegetables with Lamb
Onions, bell peppers, zucchini and grape leaves stuffed with spiced ground lamb, short-grain rice and fresh herbs.
Tashreeb Laham Toasted Flatbread Soaked in Lamb Shank and Chickpea Broth
Torn Iraqi samoon or khubz is soaked in a rich lamb shank broth scented with dried black lime and turmeric. It is topped with the tender meat, chickpeas, and caramelized onion.
Kubba Mosul Flat Bulgur Pie with Spiced Beef and Walnuts
This is Mosul's famous large, thin bulgur-and-beef shell, filled with spiced minced beef, onion, and walnuts. Here it is baked flat in a pan for an easier way to make it at home.
Kubba Halab Saffron Rice Croquettes Stuffed with Beef and Raisins
These golden Aleppo-style croquettes have a crisp shell of turmeric rice and potato wrapped around spiced ground beef, raisins, and almonds.
Tepsi Baytinijan Eggplant and Beef Meatball Bake with Tomato and Potato
Fried eggplant slices, potatoes, onions, and spiced beef meatballs are layered in a tray and baked in a garlicky tomato sauce.
Baharat-Spiced Chickpea and Lentil T'Beet
A deeply flavorful vegetarian stew simmered with chickpeas, brown lentils, and a warm baharat spice blend, finished with fresh herbs and lemon.
Adana Kabab with Sumac and Cumin
Tender ground lamb skewers seasoned with earthy cumin, tangy sumac, and fresh herbs, grilled to smoky perfection with a hint of citrus.
Apricot and Almond Chicken with Cinnamon
A tender chicken dish with sweet apricots, toasted almonds, and warm cinnamon notes.
Sumac-Rubbed Roasted Vegetables with Herbed Yogurt
A vibrant vegetarian side featuring caramelized vegetables and a tangy yogurt dip with fresh herbs.
Saffron-Scented Lamb and Rice Pilaf with Dried Lime
A fragrant Iraqi-inspired pilaf featuring tender lamb, aromatic saffron, and the unique tang of dried lime.
About Iraqi cooking
What defines Iraqi cooking?
Iraqi cooking is shaped by the ingredients, techniques, and flavor pairings that emerged in that region. Our 12 Iraqi recipes cover everything from quick weeknight meals to classic dishes worth learning end-to-end.
What are common Iraqi pantry staples?
Each recipe lists its ingredients. Filter by prep time under 30 minutes to find Iraqi recipes that lean on easily-stocked staples rather than specialty ingredients.
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Are there vegetarian Iraqi options?
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