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Green Okra Stew
Soups and stews
30 minEasy

Green Okra Stew

Okra is in season in summer, and to enjoy its delicious taste all year round, you can keep it green in the freezer. We love making it with fresh green okra or from the freezer .. here is the method

Plain Ghraybeh and Date-Stuffed Ghraybeh Recipe
Desserts
50 minEasy

Plain Ghraybeh and Date-Stuffed Ghraybeh Recipe

Ghraybeh is a light dessert, even though it contains ghee. Its soft texture makes it especially popular. It is made with just three ingredients and can be prepared plain or filled with different fillings such as dates or pistachios.

Thursday Maqad Ka'ak
Desserts
30 minEasy

Thursday Maqad Ka'ak

Thursday Maqad Ka'ak, also known as Abbas ka'ak, is one of the tastiest kinds of ka'ak. It is usually prepared for special occasions, though there is certainly nothing wrong with enjoying a piece without any occasion :) Here is a distinctive way to make it.

Fish Fillet Kabsa
Mains
Time TBDMedium

Fish Fillet Kabsa

Kabsa is one of the most popular and delicious dishes. Here is an easy way to make it with fish fillet, and the result is wonderful, on par with chicken or meat kabsa, with the added bonus of being quicker to prepare.

Awameh (Luqmat al-Qadi)
Desserts
50 minEasy

Awameh (Luqmat al-Qadi)

Awameh, or Luqmat al-Qadi, is one of the most popular and beloved Arab desserts. It is very easy to make, with simple ingredients, so it won’t cost you much.

Maqroun (Zainab’s Fingers)
Desserts
50 minEasy

Maqroun (Zainab’s Fingers)

Maqroun, or Zainab’s fingers, is one of the most delicious Arabic sweets and can be made at home with ease. Use the syrup cold to get crisp pieces.

Potatoes with Meat, Mushrooms, and Carrots
Mains
30 minEasy

Potatoes with Meat, Mushrooms, and Carrots

Potatoes are delicious however you prepare them, but variety is important too! So we’re sharing this easy method for making one of the tastiest and simplest potato dishes with meat. Serve it with rice or eat it with bread, as desired.

The Guaranteed Way to Make Crispy Awameh
Desserts
50 minEasy

The Guaranteed Way to Make Crispy Awameh

Crispy awameh with a recipe that is simply irresistible and guaranteed to stay crunchy... you’ll enjoy the flavor and the sound of every single bite.

Mashed Potato Boats with Cheese
Salads and appetizers
50 minEasy

Mashed Potato Boats with Cheese

Mashed potato boats topped with cheese in a recipe that’s simply delicious. Perfect as an appetizer and sure to please both kids and adults alike.

Eggplant Mutabbal with Meat
Salads and appetizers
50 minEasy

Eggplant Mutabbal with Meat

A special take on eggplant mutabbal... This dip is already delicious and is also called baba ghanoush! We are making it even richer with a little meat and nuts on top :)

How to Make Apple Jam with Apple Slices
Preserves and pickles
50 minEasy

How to Make Apple Jam with Apple Slices

Apple jam can be made smooth or with slices, and it is delicious either way, especially with dried walnuts. Here is the traditional method, resulting in golden, delicious pieces of apple.

Rice with Vegetables and Shrimp
Rice and grains
30 minEasy

Rice with Vegetables and Shrimp

Rice with vegetables and shrimp is one of the easiest rice recipes of all time, thanks to how quickly shrimp cooks. A delicious dish that will dress up your table and is perfect for special occasions.

Coconut and Peanut Dessert
Desserts
30 minEasy

Coconut and Peanut Dessert

For everyone who loves coconut and peanuts, here’s a sweet recipe that brings the two together. Try these coconut and peanut squares for a rich dessert that’s easy to prepare.

Butter Chicken
Mains
30 minEasy

Butter Chicken

Butter chicken is a rich Indian dish with a bold, distinctive flavor and has become very popular today. Serve it with white rice.

Candied Apples
Desserts
30 minEasy

Candied Apples

Candied apples are an easy, inexpensive, old-fashioned treat that’s very popular these days. Here’s how to make them.

Easy Lasagna Recipe
Mains
30 minEasy

Easy Lasagna Recipe

Italian cuisine is always special, and lasagna is one of its most beloved dishes, combining béchamel and Bolognese sauce! Learn how to make easy lasagna!

Zucchini Boats with Meat and Béchamel
Mains
30 minEasy

Zucchini Boats with Meat and Béchamel

Zucchini boats in a special recipe for zucchini lovers and for a different way to serve it. It seems béchamel sauce goes well with many vegetables, and zucchini is at the top of the list.

How to Make Kibbeh in Yogurt Sauce, or Labanieh
Mains
30 minEasy

How to Make Kibbeh in Yogurt Sauce, or Labanieh

Kibbeh in yogurt sauce, or Labanieh, made the traditional way. This is one of the classic heritage dishes. It is very delicious and can be served alongside fluffy rice.

Easy Chocolate Balls
Desserts
30 minEasy

Easy Chocolate Balls

Chocolate balls are perfect for serving guests and require very little effort. We can even use leftover cake and turn it into delicious balls with just a few extra additions.

Potato Donuts
Salads and appetizers
50 minEasy

Potato Donuts

Have you ever heard of potato donuts before? They’re not a dessert, but a savory dish that works for lunch or dinner. Try them once and you’ll make them every time :)

Cooking Cream
Sauces and dips
50 minEasy

Cooking Cream

Cooking cream is needed in many dishes. Although it is not commonly used in Arabic recipes, the strong presence of Western dishes in our kitchens has made it a necessity.

How to Brine Green Olives
Preserves and pickles
55 minMedium

How to Brine Green Olives

Olives are one of the tastiest pantry preserves, and brining green olives is different from brining black ones. Here is a favorite method for preserving green olives from one year to the next while keeping their beautiful color and delicious flavor.

Lemon Zest Powder
Preserves and pickles
30 minEasy

Lemon Zest Powder

Lemon zest has a lovely aroma and helps eliminate any trace of rancidity, which is why we use it in recipes that contain eggs. Here is a super easy and distinctive lemon zest powder recipe to use in your sweet dishes instead of vanilla, as well as in savory dishes, especially for seasoning meat.

Fluffy Lemon Cake
Desserts
145 minHard

Fluffy Lemon Cake

Lemon cake with yogurt and olive oil is one of the fluffiest cakes we have ever tried, and it won everyone over, young and old alike! Try it and you will absolutely love it.