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Lina Hajij

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Lina Hajij

Lina Hajij shares a practical home-cooking collection on Zesta, with recipes gathered for everyday tables and repeat cooking.

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How to Make Shamwah Cake
Desserts
85 minHard

How to Make Shamwah Cake

How to make Shamwah cake — a wonderful, easy recipe for every home. Follow the preparation steps to get a tasty, well-presented cake!

Cake Pops
Desserts
95 minMedium

Cake Pops

Cake pops or cake balls with Nutella, whipped cream, or sweetened condensed milk—an easy recipe, perfect for celebrations and especially birthdays.

Maamoul Mad with Qashta
Desserts
55 minHard

Maamoul Mad with Qashta

Maamoul Mad with qashta — one of the most delicious Arabic desserts. Don’t miss this tasty, reliable recipe. The recipe also includes a link for making qashta. Enjoy!

Sfoof (Turmeric Semolina Cake)
Desserts
55 minEasy

Sfoof (Turmeric Semolina Cake)

Sfoof made at home — a tried-and-true, guaranteed recipe. This version benefits from letting the batter rest before baking for a better result. Enjoy!

Homemade Croissants
Pastries
35 minEasy

Homemade Croissants

A reliable homemade croissant recipe that works — shape the dough as you like and choose any filling (cheese, za’atar, chocolate, etc.). A delicious breakfast treat.

Kofta with Rice
Main dishes
30 minEasy

Kofta with Rice

Kofta with rice in a quick and easy recipe. Kofta is a dish that doesn’t require much time or effort and is loved by the whole family, both kids and adults.

Fillet Steak with Rosemary
Main dishes
75 minMedium

Fillet Steak with Rosemary

Fillet steak with rosemary — a great recipe every home cook should know. Anyone who loves meat will enjoy a well-cooked steak; this recipe balances flavors and keeps the fillet tender.

Lentil Kibbeh
Main dishes
95 minMedium

Lentil Kibbeh

Lentil kibbeh follows the same concept as meat kibbeh, but uses lentils instead of meat. A drizzle of olive oil on top completes the dish. Bon appétit.

Beef Bulgur with Chickpeas and Onions
Main dishes
80 minMedium

Beef Bulgur with Chickpeas and Onions

A very tasty bulgur dish with meat chunks, chickpeas, and onions. Serve bulgur with meat with salad and yogurt for a hearty meal.

Spinach and Cheese Roll
Pastries
80 minMedium

Spinach and Cheese Roll

A wonderful spinach and cheese pastry roll that can elevate any table. Give this tasty recipe a try.

How to Prepare Othmalia Fingers
Desserts
80 minMedium

How to Prepare Othmalia Fingers

Othmalia fingers in a wonderful homemade recipe with a beautiful presentation. Serve these Othmalia fingers in this creative way with a little syrup or sugar syrup, as desired.

How to Make Kabsa Rice with Meat Pieces
Main dishes
55 minMedium

How to Make Kabsa Rice with Meat Pieces

A very practical and easy recipe for making rice kabsa with lamb shanks. You can serve kabsa with yogurt and a green salad for a balanced, very tasty meal.

Healthy Eggplant Roll Recipe
Salads and appetizers
55 minMedium

Healthy Eggplant Roll Recipe

A new, healthy way to prepare eggplant—meatless and fried-free! Try this delicious vegetarian Eggplant Roll recipe, and you’ll love it.

Sandwich Cone Bread Recipe
Pastries
40 minEasy

Sandwich Cone Bread Recipe

This recipe helps you present sandwiches in a beautiful, easy way. Sandwich cone bread is an easy, elegant side-dish option to serve on the table.

The Perfect Dough for Pastries, Pies, and Pizza
Breakfast
50 minEasy

The Perfect Dough for Pastries, Pies, and Pizza

The perfect dough for making all kinds of pastries, pizzas, and baked goods! This dough relies on a secret in its ingredients that makes its flavor, aroma, and tenderness outstanding.

How to Make Yellow Mujaddara
Main dishes
40 minEasy

How to Make Yellow Mujaddara

Yellow mujaddara is one delicious way to prepare this classic dish. It is a healthy vegetarian recipe suitable for the whole family, and you can serve it with a green salad.

Garlic Bread with Olive Oil
Breakfast
35 minEasy

Garlic Bread with Olive Oil

Bakery items have their own world and irresistible recipes. This wonderful garlic bread with olive oil is flexible and can be served with any kind of vegetables at any time of day.

How to Make Stuffed Chard in Oil
Main dishes
115 minHard

How to Make Stuffed Chard in Oil

Stuffed chard leaves are a traditional, very tasty dish that may take some time to prepare, but the flavor is worth every bit of effort and time.

Kibbeh in a Pan
Main dishes
30 minEasy

Kibbeh in a Pan

A traditional pan-baked kibbeh recipe. This version guides you through preparing the kibbeh dough, layering with a seasoned beef filling, and baking until golden.

Thin Samosa Dough
Salads and appetizers
30 minMedium

Thin Samosa Dough

Making pies or samosas at home has never been easier... Try this tried-and-tested recipe for samosa dough or pie dough... As for the filling, it is up to you

Date Fingers
Desserts
80 minExpert

Date Fingers

Date Fingers are a very delicious sweet treat suitable for everyone, both adults and children. Make them at home instead of buying them ready-made, so you can be sure of the quality and flavor.

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