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Layered Maamoul with Cream (Maamoul Mad bil Qashta)
Layered maamoul filled with cream — one of the most requested Arabic desserts. You can use other fillings as well; the dough is the same for all versions of maamoul mad.
Maqluba with Meat and Eggplant
Maqluba with meat and eggplant — a classic and delicious rice dish of Jordanian origin. Some people prefer it with chicken. Here are the details to make it.
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.
Butter Maamoul with Pistachio Filling
A quick, guaranteed homemade butter maamoul with pistachio filling. After kneading the dough, let it rest for just 30 minutes before shaping and baking.
Rice with Shrimp
Rice with shrimp — a delicious, easy-to-make dish. This recipe is as wonderful as lamb or chicken mansaf. Try it and serve it to guests at gatherings. Serve with hot sauce.
Dried Molokhia with Chicken
Dried molokhia cooked with coriander, garlic and chicken — a rich, flavorful dish worth the effort. Serve with rice and vermicelli.
Chocolate Tiramisu
Chocolate tiramisu — one of the lightest and most loved chilled desserts. You can also make tiramisu with instant coffee. Serve in cups for individual portions or in a dish.
Chicken and Rice Tray Bake
A practical and tasty recipe for preparing marinated chicken with a rice tray bake in the oven. A family-friendly dish; we recommend trying it and serving with a green salad and yogurt.
How to Make Authentic Saudi Kabsa
A wonderful, tested homemade recipe for authentic Saudi kabsa with lamb shanks, also known as muzat.
Dairy-Free, Animal-Product-Free Labneh
Most of us eat traditional labneh and take it for granted, but some people have a milk allergy and still crave labneh. For them, we present this recipe free of any animal-derived ingredients!
Red Chicken Marinade
A very tasty way to marinate chicken with a tried-and-true homemade recipe that always turns out well. You can serve the red-marinated grilled chicken with roasted potatoes and any vegetables you have on hand.
Baklava with Muhallabia
A wonderful recipe by every measure: baklava rolls filled with muhallabia! An easy, delicious recipe with ingredients found in every home and at a low cost.
Potato Kunafa
A potato-based kunafa, a surprising twist on the classic dessert. You can make it with regular potatoes or sweet potatoes for a dessert that's easy to make and unbelievably delicious.
Qamar al-Din or Qamar Over the Clouds
Qamar al-Din Over the Clouds is a well-known Lebanese dessert, especially in Tripoli. This recipe blends a milk-based pudding with qamar al-din for a delicious, easy dessert.
Laban Amo (Yogurt Stew) or Shakeriya with Rice
Laban Amo or Shakeriya is a popular traditional dish in many regions. If you enjoy cooking with yogurt, you’ll surely love this recipe.
How to Make Fried Chicken Gizzards
Cooking chicken gizzards may be a simple task, but it requires precision and speed so that we do not notice any unpleasant chicken smell. Try this tested method and you will surely love it.
Mahalabia and Strawberry Cake
A wonderful and easy recipe for making a mahalabia cake with strawberries. Try it today, and you'll love it for the way it brings together the softness of refreshing mahalabia and the delight of crisp biscuits.
Jam Marbousheh
One of the easiest desserts, made with ingredients found in every home. Jam marbousheh, or jam cake, is quick and easy to prepare, and the result will be wonderfully delicious.
Laban Ummo or Shakriyeh
Shakriyeh, or Laban Ummo with rice as it is also called in some regions and countries, is one of the traditional dishes that is both delicious and easy to prepare. Teach your children to enjoy our traditional dishes that are healthy and varied.
Potato Stew with Rice
Potato stew is a traditional, delicious dish that’s perfect for families and comforting for kids after a long school day.
Homemade Sausage
Sausage is a delicious appetizer. This home-made sausage recipe walks you through every step. Enjoy the sausage fried on its own, or as a topping for pizzas or with eggs.
Bitter Orange Jam - with Photos
This recipe for making bitter orange jam, or aranj, takes a little time, but the result will be more than satisfying. Bitter orange, aranj, bu safir, or whatever you call it, this is a delicious jam worth trying.
Chicken Kabsa
A tested, easy chicken kabsa recipe you should try. You can grill or fry the chicken to suit your preference.
Baked Potato Souffle in a Tray
Potato souffle, or potatoes baked in a tray with meat, is an easy and delicious traditional dish. Serve it alongside a vegetable salad or fattoush.