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Crispy Mashbak (Crunchy Fried Pastry)
A clear, tried-and-true homemade recipe for crispy mashbak — a rich, delicious Arabic sweet that many love. Very easy.
Oven-Grilled Shrimp
Oven-grilled shrimp with an easy, distinctive home-style recipe. Preparation won’t take much time, but the result is fantastic. Choose large shell-on jumbo prawns for this dish!
Coconut Muhallabia
Coconut muhallabia — like all muhallabia varieties, it’s light, quick and easy. A tasty, healthy snack or dessert with relatively few calories.
Blueberry Cheesecake
A tried-and-true, delicious homemade blueberry cheesecake. The secret is the creamy layer — and be sure to chill the cheesecake long enough before serving.
How to Make Fattoush (Lebanese Salad)
An easy, clear recipe for one of the tastiest Lebanese salads. Serve fattoush alongside grilled or roasted meats.
How to Make Muhammara with Bulgur
Bulgur muhammara is a traditional Lebanese mezze. It’s somewhat similar to tomato komouna, and red pepper paste gives the dish a distinctive flavor. Give it a try.
Easy Raffaello Dessert
Raffaello dessert in 10 minutes with just three ingredients — one of the easiest, perfect for quick, impressive hospitality. Check out the recipe now!
Avocado and Date Cocktail
Avocado and date cocktail with a variety of other fruits. This cocktail is traditionally served with nuts and honey; cream can be added if desired. Very tasty and nutritious.
Vegetable Rice (Rice with Vegetables)
A practical and popular recipe. Serve as a main dish or alongside chicken, kebabs or other meats. The recipe includes detailed tips.
White and Yellow Rice with Zereshk (Barberries)
White and yellow rice with zereshk — a distinctive, new recipe. This two-colored rice is served alongside various red and white meats.
Maqluba with Vegetables and Ground Beef
A delicious, easy-to-make vegetable maqluba layered with coarse ground beef. Distinctive presentation — serve with yogurt and salad. Can be made without meat.
Layali Lubnan (Lebanese Nights) with Syrup
Layali Lubnan with syrup or honey — a much-loved, two-layer dessert topped with nuts. Simple to prepare and always popular.
Qatayef Cones with Cream
Complete recipe for making the best fried qatayef filled with homemade cream. These qatayef are shaped into cones, deep-fried, then filled — give them a try!
Broccoli with Bechamel
Broccoli with bechamel. An easy, very tasty and fresh recipe. The ingredients are simple and it doesn’t take much time. Why not add it to your lunch menu?
How to Cook Basmati Rice the Proper Way
Basmati rice prepared the authentic way with detailed steps. Everyone wants perfectly cooked, restaurant-style rice — here’s a reliable method suitable for many dishes.
Hummus with Tahini
Hummus with tahini is one of the most delicious Lebanese dips. It's easy to make and healthy too. Don't forget a drizzle of olive oil on top.
Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff is a famous Russian dish that's become popular across the Arab world — rich, tasty, and easy to make. Try our chicken stroganoff version too!
Easy Avocado Smoothie
Avocado smoothie is a very popular drink. It’s often garnished with cream and honey, and some like to add nuts. Here’s a homemade version that's tastier than juice bars. :)
Grilled Fish on Charcoal with Tartor Sauce
Charcoal‑grilled fish served with Tartor sauce (a tomato‑yogurt/tahini sauce). An easy recipe that delivers great results for the fish.
Fried Eggplant with Za'atar Sauce
Fried eggplant with a distinctive za'atar sauce — a simple recipe that will win praise. Eggplant lovers, try this new sauce with fried eggplant. Enjoy!
Indian Puri (Fried Bread) with Korma Sauce
Puri — a popular Indian fried bread. Traditionally served with grilled spiced chicken, it’s also delicious with dairy, cheeses, or other dishes. This recipe includes an Indian korma sauce to serve alongside.
Vegetable and Meat Stew
A hearty vegetable stew with meat — one of the best stews to serve alongside rice. The recipe also includes a simple basmati-with-butter method. You can add more vegetables to taste.
Nutella Chocolate Crown
Nutella chocolate crown — a sweet stuffed pastry. The dough is filled with Nutella, sprinkled with cocoa or Nesquik, rolled, then cut into a crown shape. Have fun getting creative!
Tiger-Striped (Tiger) Cake
Tiger cake — a super-easy way to get a striking-looking cake. All you need is to add cocoa to part of the batter, or use food coloring you prefer.