Iraq is considered one of the best culinary countries in the Middle East. With a long and dynamic history of exchanges with neighboring empires and countries, it’s no surprise that Iraq’s food is as colorful as its people are. In this article, we would like to present to you a list of 10 best Iraqi cookbooks for you to have a great experience with this national cuisine and to enrich the table and satisfy everyone in your family.
The Iraqi Cookbook
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“You can’t find a better cookbook than this. My wife is Iraqi and she loves it. Pictures are worth a thousand words and this cookbook makes your mouth water.”- RW Monterey
This Iraqi cookbook is filled with authentic recipes that have been passed down for generations. Recipes have been developed and become plentiful over time. The detailed instructions, easy-to-follow recipes, and stunning photography make this book a feast for both the eyes and the diwan.
In addition, the author also gives useful advice and suggests appropriate alternatives to ingredients when necessary to facilitate the preparation of dishes.
About the author: Dr. Lamees Ibrahim was born in Baghdad and lives in London. “The Iraqi Cookbook” was her first book.
Ma Baseema: Middle Eastern Cooking With Chaldean Flair
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“Liked everything about the book. Loved how there are photos to show you step by step.”- Seneca Hormoz
This is an awesome cookbook because it contains a full of spicy food from Middle Eastern countries. You can easily see that all the recipes are very diverse, with clear and concise instructions. By owning this book, you can confidently prepare many excellent mouth-watering dishes for your beloved family members and friends.
About the author: Chaldean American Ladies of Charity (CALC) was established in 1961, is a charity for women. This organization is made up of hundreds of women from the Chaldean American community in Michigan, whose mission is to provide help and hope to those in need.
The Iraqi Family Cookbook (Hippocrene Cookbook Library (Paperback))
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“Easy to use recipes with easy to find ingredients”- LInze
This book is a collection of recipes from generations in the author’s family as well as all regions of Iraq to honor homeland cuisine. In 2007, the previous version of this book won the World Gourmand Cooking Book Award. This new edition has edited and added stunning color photos.
You will find over 150 easy-to-follow recipes and over 100 color photos. Besides, the book also includes sections such as:
- A detailed introduction to Iraq’s history, culture, and cuisine
- A guide to spices and ingredients
- Attractive notes and family anecdotes
About the author: Kay Karim is a famous cookbook author and cooking instructor. Her first cookbook: Iraqi Family cookbook: From Mosul to America won the 2007 Gourmand World Cookbook Award in the Best in Arab Cuisine in the US.
She graduated from the University of Education in Baghdad and holds two Masters degrees from San Jose State University and Old Dominion University.
50 Iraqi Recipes: Welcome to Iraqi Cookbook
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“Nice cookbook with many mouth-watering recipes”- Amazon Customer
The various recipes in this book can meet healthy, quick, and easy to make requirements. The most important things are moderation, balance, and variety that the author wants to provide readers.
With the book “50 Iraqi Recipes “, you will learn how to prepare delicious Iraqi dishes from the local market’s ingredients. Through detailed instructions presented by the author, you can easily succeed with every dish in this book to enjoy a great taste right in your small kitchen.
About the author: Demi Decker is a culinary specialist with a deep understanding of many different cuisines. Some of the author’s other titles can be named, such as:
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An Iraqi Cookbook: 1001 Recipes from the Land of 1001 Nights (Volume 1)
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“Intriguing Foreign Flair – Delicious Family Recipes to Enjoy”- Anneka
This Iraqi cookbook presents more than 500 unique recipes – from soups to nuts. In this volume, you will find the author’s favorite recipes, which are presented with pictures showing the results of the tests the author took.
If you are interested in delicious soups, breads, stews, salads, vegetable dishes, or desserts, this book can help you create Iraqi-style dishes. Most of them are simple, easy to prepare, and use ingredients that can be found at any grocery store.
About the author: Sabina Hanlon Saib used to be a student at UCLA. She studied Arabic in Santa Barbara at Santa Barbara City College and UCSB. Besides translating recipes, she started to cook all the recipes while photographing each one.
Join Us at the Table: Iraqi Kurds
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“Lovely author and stylized cookbook with easy to follow recipes. Traditional and some recipes that will brook the ages.”- Becca
In this book, the author takes you on a thrilling journey to discover traditional Iraqi cuisine. Detailed explanations as well as simple step-by-step instructions are included so you can easily succeed with every recipe in this book.
About the author: Margaret Jones Kilmartin is considered as a navigator of life: kids, husband, laundry, Metro DC traffic, small business, homeschooling. “Join Us at the Table: Iraqi Kurds” was taken during a trip to the Kurdish Region in Iraq to spice up her life.
Mama Malika’s Iraqi Cookbook
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“Love all the recipes in the book because it’s hard to find such great recipes on the Internet. The recipes are so easy to follow and all the ingredients are available at any supermarket.”- Dee Kadir
This book will enrich your life through a collection of great recipes from different regions of Iraq. The different types of cuisines included in the flavorful recipes will reveal Malika’s culinary expertise for 50 years.
With the wide range of recipes provided in this book, they not only offer a rich selection of delicious dishes but also offer a wide range of healthy home meals with easy-to-follow instructions.
About the author: Taha Muhammad is a culinary writer with lots of bestsellers. The author’s cookbooks always receive positive reviews from customers. Here are some other Taha Muhammad’s books.
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Delights from the Garden of Eden: A Cookbook and a History of the Iraqi Cuisine
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“Amazing detailed information about Iraqi cuisine. A very well written and researched book. I love how the author describes things”- Andrean
This cookbook presents over four hundred recipes covering all food categories. Each recipe opens with historical and cultural narratives about the development of Iraqi cuisine from the Sumerian, Babylonian, and Assyrian times, through the medieval era, and its interaction with the Mediterranean and world cuisine.
Notably, this book contains many folkloric stories, cultural explications of customs, songs, anecdotes, and excerpts from narratives to the region. Arabic calligraphy, and photos, paintings, and sketches add to the book’s appeal.
About the author: Nawal Nasrallah is a professor of Iraqi origin teaching English literature and language at the universities of Baghdad and Mosul. She gives lectures and shows on Iraqi cuisine, ancient, medieval, and modern.
Mama Nazima’s Jewish Iraqi Cuisine: Cuisine, History, Cultural References and Survival Stories of the Jewish-Iraqi
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“Great cookbook for Middle Eastern Jewish cuisine”- NYCEditorBlogger
This book has been likened to an elegant cookbook memoir describing how the unique socio-political history of the Jews-Iraqis has influenced their food and how they eat it. You will find over 100 healthy recipes for families. From refreshing salads, hearty meat and vegetable stuffed dishes, to a wholesome dumpling, fish, and rice. All the dishes are accompanied by stories of friendship, loyalty, escape exile, persecution, and, of course, celebration.
About the author: Rivka Goldman was born in Basra, Iraq, and learned the art of cooking from her mother, a healer who incorporated the work into traditional recipes. Rivka is married to an American, has three children in the United States, and now lives in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
The Essential Middle Eastern Cookbook: Classic Recipes Made Easy
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“Great book with tasty recipes.”- Foo-Ling Yu
This comprehensive book includes 100 classic recipes made simply to give you a real taste experience of one of the world’s most influential culinary regions.
Make your own and try delectable dishes like Lebanese Chicken Fatteh, Spiced Beef Tagine, Tabbouleh, and homemade Pita Bread with Hummus. All of the ingredients in each dish are easily found in the grocery store, but they still carry the authentic flavor and texture of every traditional meal.
About the author: Michelle Anderson is the author of more than 30 cookbooks focusing on a healthy diet and good food. The author worked as a professional chef for over 25 years in fine dining restaurants across North Africa and Ontario, Canada. She lives in Temiskaming Shores, Ontario, Canada, with her husband and two sons.
We hope you like this post and finally find out your favorite Iraqi cookbooks. Meanwhile, we welcome you to explore our site and discover more cookbook recommendations from the same cuisine below.
