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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
Thursday Cookies (Kak al-Khamis)
Kak al-Khamis (Thursday Cookies) has many names, but the common thread is that they are a delicious treat loved by young and old alike.
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)
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.
Brownie Cake
An easy, chocolatey brownie-style cake that comes together quickly and pleases chocolate lovers. It’s pantry-friendly and great for a quick dessert.
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.
Cream-Filled Maamoul
The classic dessert at its best—delicious and unbeatable! Who loves #CreamFilledMaamoul? This is one of the easy, foolproof recipes from Shu Tabkhin Today, tested and made at home by homemakers. #Recipes #WhatAreYouCookingToday #Maamoul #Dessert
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
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
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
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
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.
Coconut Macaroons
Who wouldn’t love coconut macaroons? We do, because they taste like school days and childhood, and surprisingly simple, even if they take a bit of time.
Lebanese Nights
Art is in the details… this dessert is a true work of art in its preparation and presentation. Ready to taste, and tell us what you think?
Almond and Date Sweets
One dough makes two of the loveliest sweets, perfect to serve with tea or coffee and sure to impress any guest. This almond and date sweets dough is one we invite you to try.
Baked Potato
Cooking does more than fill the stomach... Cooking is an art and a pleasure, and that is exactly what our friend from the Shaw Tabkhin El Yom page, "Jihan," proves to us, as she creates one dish after another, even if that dish is... just a baked potato :)