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How to Make Ramadan Mushtah
Breakfast
Time TBDHard

How to Make Ramadan Mushtah

Ramadan mushtah, or a suhoor bread, is the recipe we will definitely be trying during the blessed month! Some people have difficulty finding bakeries that sell this kind of bread in Ramadan, especially when living abroad. So we brought you the recipe :)

Mushrooms with Onion and Sweet Pepper
Main dishes
40 minEasy

Mushrooms with Onion and Sweet Pepper

A tray of mushrooms with onion and sweet pepper. An easy vegetarian recipe that can be served alongside white rice or on its own with bread, and it is also delicious with steak and fillet dishes. Give it a try.

Layali Lubnan with Orange
Desserts
65 minEasy

Layali Lubnan with Orange

Layali Lubnan with a layer of orange, plus an orange syrup too... It is not wrong to add our own touch to recipes we love and create new dishes. We tried the taste of orange with the famous Layali Lubnan dessert and loved it... What do you think? Take a look at the details :)

Cocoa and Orange Juice Cupcakes
Desserts
60 minMedium

Cocoa and Orange Juice Cupcakes

Very easy homemade cocoa cupcakes... cupcakes are one of the tastiest snacks kids ask for! You can also send them to school and be sure of the cleanliness of their food.

Upside-Down Rice with Fava Beans and Chicken
Main dishes
85 minHard

Upside-Down Rice with Fava Beans and Chicken

Rice with fava beans and chicken... do you know this recipe? A mix of maqluba, rice with fava beans, and rice with chicken!!! Try it — it’s definitely delicious with yogurt!

Coriander Kabab Tray Bake
Main dishes
50 minEasy

Coriander Kabab Tray Bake

An easy, practical homemade kabab recipe... You don’t have to grill kabab over charcoal or prepare it in the traditional way with potatoes; you can make it this delicious way instead.

How to Make Avocado and Cocoa Cake
Desserts
105 minMedium

How to Make Avocado and Cocoa Cake

An inventive homemade avocado and cocoa cake recipe that has been tested and is delicious! Avocado is usually wonderful with chocolate, so we recommend making this new-style dry cake.

English Cake with Almonds and Butter
Desserts
95 minMedium

English Cake with Almonds and Butter

English cake with almonds and butter... very delicious! Get all the details in this completely liquid-free recipe! It’s perfect with a cup of tea in the morning or for an afternoon treat :)

Easy Homemade Fatteh with Yogurt
Main dishes
30 minEasy

Easy Homemade Fatteh with Yogurt

Fatteh with yogurt, a special and delicious homemade recipe... One of the essential rules of fatteh is to drizzle a good amount of melted butter over the top! Enjoy.

Oven-Baked Curry Chicken Thighs
Main dishes
75 minMedium

Oven-Baked Curry Chicken Thighs

Curry chicken thighs baked in the oven... a super practical recipe that doesn't need marinating or many ingredients! Easy and delicious, especially with white rice. Give it a try.

Chamois Cake with Creme Caramel
Desserts
95 minMedium

Chamois Cake with Creme Caramel

Chamois cake is one of those cakes that takes a few steps to prepare, but the result is a wonderfully moist mousse cake with creme caramel flavor and a cocoa topping. Give it a try!

Kleija (Date Fingers)
Desserts
160 minHard

Kleija (Date Fingers)

Kleija, or sesame-coated date fingers, made at home with a detailed, successful—and frankly wonderful—recipe. Kleija is relatively quick to prepare compared with many cookies or biscuits. You can coat them in sesame or leave them plain.

Shish Tawook Sandwiches
Main dishes
55 minMedium

Shish Tawook Sandwiches

Shish tawook with a complete recipe and its distinctive garlic sauce that works every time!! Check the recipe — you’ll definitely love it! Enjoy!

Coconut Discs
Desserts
65 minMedium

Coconut Discs

Coconut discs are a light, delicious snack made with only egg whites and very little flour, giving them a delicate, crisp texture. Enjoy!

Coconut Cake (Snow-White Cake)
Desserts
120 minHard

Coconut Cake (Snow-White Cake)

A very special homemade coconut cake recipe — read the details to see how unlike any other this cake is. Delicious in flavor, beautiful in decoration and appearance. Definitely worth trying.

How to Fry Chicken Livers
Salads and appetizers
55 minEasy

How to Fry Chicken Livers

Chicken livers are a tasty, easy, and nutritious dish. They can be served as an appetizer or a main course. Be sure to clean them very thoroughly before you start cooking!!

Spinach and Chicken Pizza
Main dishes
80 minMedium

Spinach and Chicken Pizza

Spinach and chicken pizza — an inventive recipe we recommend you try. The flavor of spinach combined with chicken and mozzarella is very harmonious and delicious. Don’t hesitate to try new recipes!

Semolina Tray with Cocoa
Desserts
60 minMedium

Semolina Tray with Cocoa

A two-layer semolina tray: one layer of plain milk semolina and a second layer of milk semolina with cocoa. An inventive recipe you will definitely love — hope you try it!

Semolina and Flour Cake
Desserts
110 minMedium

Semolina and Flour Cake

A tried-and-true homemade semolina and flour cake — successful and easy. Adding semolina gives the cake a special touch and an Eastern flavor. Try it and leave your comments!

Yellow Vegetable Rice with Roasted Chicken
Main dishes
60 minMedium

Yellow Vegetable Rice with Roasted Chicken

Yellow vegetable rice seasoned with turmeric and tandoori spices. Very tasty—especially the roasted chicken marinade served with the rice!

Steak with Sauce and Vegetables
Main dishes
45 minMedium

Steak with Sauce and Vegetables

Steak with brown sauce and vegetables — a home-style recipe that's unbeatable from A to Z. This dish is special because it's complete and rich.

How to Make Maamoul
Time TBDDifficulty TBD

How to Make Maamoul

Find maamoul filled with dates, walnuts and pistachios in this recipe. A reliable homemade recipe we recommend you try — this dough will melt in your mouth!

Cheesy Potato Patties
Salads and appetizers
55 minMedium

Cheesy Potato Patties

A successful, delicious homemade recipe for cheesy potato patties — everyone will love them. Potatoes and cheese pair perfectly, here with two types of cheese.

How to Make Shahbaya Roast
Main dishes
85 minMedium

How to Make Shahbaya Roast

A successful, easy, and delicious homemade roast recipe — a new addition to our roast beef (shahbaya) collection. A real show-stopper!