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Baba Rom
Desserts
50 minEasy

Baba Rom

Baba Rom is a well-known, beloved dessert. What makes this version special is that it is alcohol-free, which is typically associated with this dessert, as the name suggests. The recipe requires time because it unfolds over multiple steps, but in the end you’ll have a wonderful flavor.

Znoud El Sit with Bread
Desserts
55 minEasy

Znoud El Sit with Bread

Simplicity at its best... there's nothing sweeter than simplicity. This dessert is surprisingly easy, even when the recipes seem challenging, all thanks to the brilliant women of Shu Tabkhin Today for turning everyday ingredients into a luxurious, first‑class dish!

Stuffed Zucchini with Tahini
Mains
30 minEasy

Stuffed Zucchini with Tahini

This is an unconventional take on stuffed zucchini, marrying Lebanon’s well-known squash with a tahini blend that gives the dish a unique and distinctive flavor.

Chicken Burger Mix
Mains
40 minEasy

Chicken Burger Mix

Why buy burger mix and patties ready-made when we can prepare them at home? It will not only guarantee quality, but also save us the price difference of buying ready-made patties. This is an easy recipe for making chicken burger patties, or chicken burgers, at home with no hassle. Enjoy!

Maamoul with Ashta
Desserts
55 minEasy

Maamoul with Ashta

Maamoul is delicious any time of year, not just during Eid :) Or at least that is what we tell ourselves so we can eat it all the time. This recipe is different from the traditional maamoul made with Aleppo pistachios or dates and walnuts; this version is filled with delicious ashta!

Cherry Compote
Rice and grains
25 minEasy

Cherry Compote

Cherry compote (or full cherry jam) is a patient effort. This version comes from a Sho Tabkhin Today contributor, prepared in her own kitchen, and can be made successfully in your own kitchen too.

Halabi Pistachio Bars
Desserts
60 minEasy

Halabi Pistachio Bars

A simple, delicious sweet treat that kids will love and that many can enjoy as a light dessert or snack between meals.

Fresh White Cheese
Breakfast and brunch
30 minEasy

Fresh White Cheese

Preparing all dishes and food, whether easy or difficult, is a decision the women of Sho Tabbakheen El Youm have taken, and they keep reinforcing that decision recipe after recipe... This homemade cheese method is a new recipe joining the dozens of wonderful recipes published on our site today.

Farakah
Mains
30 minEasy

Farakah

One of the most famous Lebanese dishes... and when #kibbeh or #farakah is served, there is no room for any other dish... Some may be surprised by eating raw meat, but this dish has become part of Lebanese heritage, with its own traditional way of preparation...

Date Cookies
Desserts
50 minEasy

Date Cookies

One of our favorite recipes—light, clean, and perfect for family and guests. Its name varies by country; some call it Maqarota al-Tamr, others call it Ma’rouk; we’ll settle with Date Cookies as a common name.

Baqleh al-Hummus
Vegetarian mains
55 minEasy

Baqleh al-Hummus

A traditional dish and a widely known popular food in Lebanon... Baqleh al-Hummus, as some call it, may have a different name in other regions. It can be a vegetarian dish, or meat can be added to it, as in this recipe.

Chicken Stroganoff - Video
Mains
30 minEasy

Chicken Stroganoff - Video

Chicken Stroganoff is a delicious recipe. We usually make it with beef, but today we present it to you on video with boneless chicken... Although as its name suggests it is a Russian dish, it has gained growing popularity in our Arabic-speaking countries.

Petit Fours
Desserts
50 minEasy

Petit Fours

So easy, so easy, so easy — one word to describe this method for making petit fours! Try it and tell us how it turns out.

Rice with Fish
Mains
44 minEasy

Rice with Fish

This is one of those dishes that always works, whether you’re hosting a special occasion or just cooking for an everyday meal. The fish gives the rice a distinctive flavor, making this the perfect dish for all fish lovers.

Baklava
Desserts
55 minMedium

Baklava

Some people may think making baklava at home is impossible, but with this recipe, like most recipes from Sho Tabkhin El Youm, nothing is impossible. Even a recipe like #baklava can be made in our own kitchen!

Ghouzi with Pumpkin
Mains
30 minEasy

Ghouzi with Pumpkin

Making ghouzi, or ouzi as this recipe is commonly called, varies from one woman to another. Today, though, we’re sharing a new, creative version that combines pumpkin with the traditional ouzi!

Afternoon Kaak
Breakfast and brunch
30 minEasy

Afternoon Kaak

Kaak, kaak! This is one of those recipes that satisfies every kaak lover, especially expats who may not always have access to this delicious kind of kaak when they crave it. The wonderful, magical solution is this recipe, made with ingredients found in every home kitchen.

Puffy Bread (Mini Batouts)
Breads and flatbreads
30 minEasy

Puffy Bread (Mini Batouts)

A dough that looks intimidating but is easy to make. These puffy flatbreads cook on a pan and pair beautifully with any filling, making them great for special occasions and gatherings.

Okra Stew
Soups and stews
30 minEasy

Okra Stew

A beloved Bamya-style stew with okra, tomatoes, garlic, and cilantro. Simmered with lamb or bone-in meat, finished with pomegranate molasses for a tangy-sweet finish.

Tiramisu Milkshake
Desserts
50 minEasy

Tiramisu Milkshake

Coffee lovers will adore tiramisu for sure! This easy tiramisu milkshake recipe will tempt you to try it and help you master making it to impress your family and guests.

Stuffed Eggplant Pickles
Vegetarian mains
30 minEasy

Stuffed Eggplant Pickles

In Lebanon, preserving food has its own rituals and seasons... Stuffed eggplant is one of the most popular types of pickles prepared in summer to enjoy later. Did you think making makdous was difficult? Not anymore, and not with today's recipes from What Are You Cooking Today, prepared by home cooks just like you!

Pumpkin Soup with Shrimp
Soups and stews
30 minEasy

Pumpkin Soup with Shrimp

We don't usually think of making soup in the summer, but that shouldn't stop us from learning new soup recipes of all kinds—especially when they feature pumpkin, known for its health benefits. Pumpkin isn't just for jam; you can make soup too :) #recipes #what_are_you_cooking_today #pumpkin_soup

How to Make Hamburger Patties
Mains
30 minEasy

How to Make Hamburger Patties

Make hamburger meat at home — tastier, cleaner, and cheaper. This is something we’ve heard from all the site’s friends today who now make burgers at home from start to finish.

Chicken Paella
Mains
30 minEasy

Chicken Paella

This is one of the well-known and famous Spanish dishes, but through the recipes of "What Are You Cooking Today?" and with pure Eastern touches, it has been turned into a dish that can be prepared in any Arab home, without the need for seafood, which this paella usually relies on.