Five Recipes To Try For Sukkot

This year, Sukkot begins on the evening of October 9, 2022 or 15 Tishrei 5783. Are you new to observing the Feast of Tabernacles? Here's are the main points: In Leviticus 23 YHWH commanded Moses to tell the children of Israel to live in booths, temporary shelters, for seven days to remember Him and His provisions.

"You shall dwell in booths for seven days." -Leviticus 23:42

In this world, it's easy to forget where our help comes from. But YHWH wanted the children of Israel to remember that is was Him who brought them out of Egypt and provided for them while they were in the wilderness.

We still need those reminders today. When life gets hard or when it's good, we know who to seek for help and who to thank. YHWH.

If you live in or near a Jewish community, you've probably seen little booths or huts go up each fall that people eat, sleep or visit in. This s a sukkah. Some cities even have traveling sukkah (the plural of sukkah) so people can fulfill the commandment. Sukkot are often beautifully decorated with space inside for chairs, benches, or pillows so people can eat and relax.

Fun fact: some messianic believers think our Messiah Yeshua was born during the festival of Sukkot. Do you? Let us know in the comments.

While there are not many traditional Sukkot recipes, of the best parts of the holiday is eating inside of one's sukkah so here are five recipes you or your guests are sure to enjoy.

1. Homemade Hummus

You've probably had store bought, but it's nothing like homemade. Homemade hummus is surprisingly easy to make and is waaaay better than anything you can buy in a store. You can serve it alongside vegetables, crackers, pita chips, or alongside meats.

We love this one from Cookie & Kate. Cookie & Kate Hummus Recipe.

If you'd like to try something fancier, this Hummus with Tomatoes and Cucumbers from beloved cook Deb, is sure to also be a hit.

2. Roast Chicken with Vegetables

A roast chicken is a very classic Shabbat meal for a reason: most people like it, it's inexpensive, and it pairs well with in-season fall vegetables. A roast chicken can be served atop couscous, rice, or potatoes which makes it a perfect gluten-free Sukkot lunch or dinner option. Try this recipe from The Spruce Eats: Shabbat Roast Chicken

3. Baba Ganoush

When selecting these recipes, we really wanted to keep a variety of diets in mind. Baba Ganoush is vegan, gluten-free and very healthy. Like hummus, it's very good with pita, crackers, bread, and even salads or meats. It feature the taste of smoked eggplant with tahini, garlic, lemon and more. This recipe from Tori Avery is tested and true. See the Baba Ganoush recipe here.

4. Jacob's Lentil Soup

Referencing the famous story of Jacob and his brother Esau, this truly wonderful recipe by Tori Avery, features a rich story of the history of lentils in the Bible. Check it out here

It can be a little chilly in the sukkah making soup a wonderful option.

5. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

If you've been looking for the perfect salad recipe, search no more! This recipe is simple but in no way boring. Cucumber, tomato, red onions, kalamata olives and more come together with feta cheese making a very easily customizable salad for your taste. The great thing about this salad is that it'll hold up well- this is a no-wilt zone! Get the recipe here

We hope you have a truly lovely Sukkot! Chag sameach!