Passover – Sephardic | The Shiksa Blog

The recipes in this category are Kosher for Sephardic Passover, which means they may contain kitniyot.

To learn more about the Jewish Passover holiday, click here. To learn more about the Passover kosher laws, click here.

Saffron Rice

Learn to make perfectly fluffy Saffron Rice, a beautiful and savory side dish with saffron spice, onions and broth. Gluten free, Kosher Read More

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

A lemony Middle Eastern tabbouleh salad with made with healthy gluten free quinoa, fresh parsley and mint. Pareve, Kosher for Passover. Read More

Crunchy Pickled Salad

A delightful pickle-flavored salad with cucumbers, cabbage, radish and fresh dill. Cold, crunchy, refreshing, perfect for summer. Kosher, Pareve. Read More

Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint

This refreshing salad with watermelon, feta cheese, and fresh mint is simply dressed with olive oil and lime juice. Perfect for summer. Read More

How to Roast Eggplant

Learn the best methods for roasting a whole eggplant on a gas range, grill, or in the oven. Results in a smoky, tender eggplant full of flavor. Read More

Fresh Basil Pesto

Learn the origins of healthy Italian basil pesto sauce. Includes two recipes for pesto, traditional and dairy-free. Kosher for Passover, Pareve. Read More

Chocolate Crackle Cake

Chocolate Crackle Cake with Raspberry Coulis – scrumptious cake with refreshing raspberry sauce and fresh mint. Kosher for Passover, Gluten Free. Read More

Oven Roasted Root Vegetables

Healthy and delicious Oven Roasted Root Vegetables. Easy and colorful vegetable side dish. Vegan, pareve, gluten free, kosher for Passover. Read More

Passover Chocolate Chip Cookies

These rich and decadent matzo chocolate chip cookies are so good, you won’t miss the chametz! Kosher for Passover. Read More

Aromatic Lemon Chili Chicken

A simple and delicious recipe for roast chicken marinated in lemon, chili and garlic. Gluten Free, Kosher for Passover. Read More

Gluten Free Matzo Balls – Potato Knaidelach

Gluten free matzo balls recipe, made with potatoes like German potato knaidelach. Kosher for Passover, Celiac, Grain Free, Gluten Intolerant Read More

Chicken Soup for Knaidelach

Traditional chicken soup recipe with carrots, celery, fresh parsley, dill, bay leaves, pepper and salt. Kosher for Passover, gluten free. Read More

Yukon Gold Garlic Rosemary Mash

Learn to make delicious garlic mashed potatoes scented with fresh rosemary. Dairy or Pareve, Kosher for Passover. Read More

Seared Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce

Recipe for crispy seared salmon topped with a creamy fresh dill sauce. Stove to table in 20 minutes. Healthy, gluten free, kosher for Passover. Read More

Savory Herb Braised Brisket

Simple recipe for mouthwatering Savory Herb Braised Brisket with fresh herbs. Slow cooked tender holiday brisket. Kosher for Passover, Meat. Read More

Whitefish Salad

The history of smoked fish and appetizing. Learn a recipe for Jewish whitefish salad with celery and herbs. Kosher, dairy or pareve. Read More

Passover Chicken Schnitzel

Recipe for crispy golden fried Chicken Schnitzel chicken breasts using matzo meal and seasonings. KFP, Kosher for Passover/Pesach, meat. Read More

Hawayej Spice Blend

How to make hawayej spice blend from scratch using whole spices and seeds, then Read More

How to Make Perfect Latkes Every Time

As those of you who read my recent article for BlogHer.com know, I celebrated my first Hanukkah eight years ago. This was back before I converted to Judaism when I was really and truly a shiksa (aka a non-Jewish woman). I had studied … Read More

Sweet Potato Coconut Chremslach

Thanksgiving is very close to the first night of Hanukkah this year, which means both holidays are simultaneously on my mind! Last week I came up with a fun little dish that combines the two holiday traditions into one tasty … Read More