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Caramel Popcorn
Caramel popcorn — great for a movie night at home, a snack, or a light treat for kids. Here’s an easy homemade method. The caramel can also be used in many other recipes.
Indian Ladoo (Laddu)
A delicious and easy Indian sweet made with semolina, nuts and raisins. This recipe is quick and doesn’t require much time.
Smoked Chicken Mandi
Smoked chicken mandi — a standout dish. Steaming the rice and chicken together gives the recipe a fantastic flavor. Don’t forget the daqoos (tomato sauce) to finish the plate.
Kunafa with Puff Pastry
Kunafa made with puff pastry — a new, easy and quick kunafa recipe. There's no limit to creativity in the kitchen, especially when it comes to kunafa.
Gulf-Style Batheeth Date Sweets
Batheeth date sweets are one of the tastiest and easiest desserts in Gulf cuisine. This home recipe needs few ingredients and makes an elegant, delicious treat.
Chicken in Tomato Sauce
A quick, easy way to make chicken breasts in a tangy tomato sauce. Serve with rice or bread. Perfect when you need a tasty meal in a short time.
How to Make Baba Ganoush
Baba ganoush — one of the tastiest Lebanese dips. Delicious alongside many dishes; try it with fish. Baba ganoush is tasty and healthy.
Pepperoni Rose Pizza
Pepperoni rose pizza — a pretty, kid-friendly party idea. The pepperoni color makes it attractive; the method is simple.
Sweet-and-Sour Thai Salad
Sweet-and-sour Thai-style salad — a wonderful mix of vegetables and fruit with a tangy dressing. Fresh, bright flavors and colors that will impress before you even taste it. Perfect as a starter for any lunch or dinner.
Sanjari Fish (Opened from the Back and Roasted)
Sanjari fish — a distinctive way to roast whole fish: it’s opened from the back, filled with a vegetable-and-spice stuffing, left open and roasted in the oven. Popular across Gulf countries and Egyptian coastal cities. Large fish (commonly mullet) are typically used.
Arugula (Rocket) Salad
Arugula (rocket) salad — a light, flavorful salad that each cook customizes (some add walnuts, others add pomegranate). Excellent with meats, lentils, rice or bulgur.
Grape Leaves in Olive Oil (Warak Enab bi Zeit)
Grape leaves in olive oil — a classic Levantine meze loved by many. Light, tangy and flavored with olive oil; you can control the level of acidity to taste.
Meat, Onion and Tomato Skillet
A quick, simple skillet of small-cut or coarsely minced meat sautéed with onions and tomatoes. Traditionally served with Arabic bread.
Easy Toffee (Caramel) Sauce
An easy homemade toffee/caramel sauce — simple to make and great for topping many desserts.
How to Make Baklava
Homemade baklava — an easy, tried-and-tested recipe. Ready-made baklava (kallaj) sheets make preparation simple; baking time is short.
Zanoud al-Sitt (Cream-Filled Pastries)
Zanoud al-Sitt filled with pastry cream using ready-made baklava or phyllo sheets — quick to make. Prepare the easy cream and the rest is simpler. Garnish with crushed pistachios. Can be fried or baked.
Crispy Fried Shrimp
Homemade fried shrimp — quick and delicious. This easy recipe takes only minutes and includes simple dipping sauces to serve with the shrimp.
How to Cure Green Olives (Traditional Method)
A classic, reliable method for curing green olives. We recommend using the amount of salt listed because it helps preserve the olives.
Kibbeh in Yogurt
Kibbeh in yogurt — a clear, detailed homemade recipe. Find instructions for making the kibbeh dough and filling. Garnish with dried mint and serve hot or cold.
Chicken with Thyme (Oregano)
Thyme-flavored chicken — a light, healthy and delicious recipe. Uses boneless chicken breasts and only a tablespoon of oil in the marinade.
Basbousa with Ashta (Cream)
Basbousa with Ashta — an easy, tested and reliable recipe. All Shou Tabkhin AlYoum recipes are home-style with ingredients and tools found in every kitchen. We hope you enjoy this one.
Muhallabia (Milky Pudding)
An easy, tested homemade muhallabia (milk pudding) with guaranteed delicious results. All ingredients are common household items, so this will succeed for home cooks.
Gulf-Style Shrimp Hamisa
Hamisa shrimp — a Gulf-style shrimp dish made with spices, vegetables and tomato paste. Quick because shrimp cooks fast; serve with rice or bread.
Daqoos / Tomato Sauce
Daqoos (tomato sauce) is one of the tastiest Gulf-style sauces served with rice and many types of meat and fish. Easy to make and delicious over rice.