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Hala al-Qaryoush (Moroccan Sesame Pastries)
Hala al-Qaryoush is a simple, tasty Moroccan sesame pastry that’s easy to make at home. Here’s a trusted, family-friendly version.
Basbousa with Custard and Baklava Pastry
Basbousa is a famous Egyptian sweet! Here is a version with custard and baklava pastry… hoping Egyptian ladies share their own secrets of this dessert with us. Bon appétit!
Carrot Cookie Recipe
Enjoy carrot cookies with your morning coffee. Keep them in an airtight container, and serve to guests and kids with a light dusting of powdered sugar on top for extra indulgence.
Spanish Celery Soup
Celery lends a wonderful flavor to dishes. Here is a method to prepare Spanish celery soup—great for healthy eating, weight management, or as a side to mains. Enjoy!
Rice with Chickpeas and Vegetables
For fans of vegetarian dishes, here is Rice with Chickpeas and Vegetables. Serve it with a side salad and cucumber with yogurt. Enjoy!
Vegetable Pizza with Goat Cheese
Pizza is a beloved dish with endless topping possibilities. Here is how to make Vegetable Pizza with Goat Cheese. Click the recipe to learn how to prepare this delicious topping!
How to Make Homemade Baklava
Baklava may be rich and luxurious, but it is very easy to prepare. Discover how to make homemade walnut baklava—quicker, easier, and tastier.
Lahm Bi Ajin in Puff Pastry
Who doesn’t love Lahm Bi Ajin? This delicious dish is highly sought after and there are many ways to prepare it. You can prepare Lahm Bi Ajin quickly using puff pastry. Here is a filling that’s wonderfully flavorful.
Shrimp Spring Rolls
Spring rolls are a beloved Asian dish that enjoys wide popularity in the Arab world. You can substitute shrimp with chicken if you wish.
How to Make Lentil Salad
This lentil salad recipe is very easy, very healthy, and suitable for the whole family. We recommend trying it so your children can get used to this kind of healthy vegetarian dish.
Znood El-Sitt with Toast Bread
An inventive twist on the classic Znood El-Sitt dessert using toast bread. This easy version uses common pantry ingredients for home cooks.
Layali Lubnan (Lebanese Nights) Made Easy
A simple, delicious Layali Lubnan recipe with clear, tested steps. Prepare Layali Lubnan as a creamy Eastern dessert flavored with cream and syrup, and it will impress everyone who shares it.
Mushroom Salad with Coriander and Basil
A very easy, very quick, and very delicious mushroom salad with fresh coriander and basil. Anyone who loves mushrooms will love this healthy, light vegetarian dish.
Grain Salad with Freekeh
A very tasty and highly nutritious recipe, especially for vegetarians seeking to compensate for the protein found in meat. A grain or legume salad that is easy to make and can be a complete meal.
Smoked Chicken Mandi
If you love rice and bold flavors, you’ll enjoy this mandi of smoked chicken. This recipe comes from Indian cuisine, which is also similar to Pakistani cuisine; both cuisines rely on strong, distinctive spices, with curry being particularly prominent.
Kibbeh Hila
A heritage classic! Kibbeh Hila is a traditional dish our ancestors prepared when meat was scarce, using dough and bulgur to compensate for the lack of meat. Hence the name Kibbeh Hila.
Chicken Fajitas
Fajitas are among the most famous Mexican dishes in the Arab world. Try this easy recipe with the accompanying sauce – we hope you love it.
Garlic Bread with Vegetables
Garlic bread in an unusual variation, with chopped vegetables and cheese added to the bread. Garlic bread is a delicious side dish that goes well with many main courses.