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How to Make Muftaqa
Desserts
30 minEasy

How to Make Muftaqa

Muftaqa is one of the most popular traditional dishes from Beirut. This recipe shows you how to make muftaqa clearly and in the original style followed in the Lebanese capital, Beirut.

Maamoul with Marzipan (Marseban) Filling
Desserts
30 minHard

Maamoul with Marzipan (Marseban) Filling

This Maamoul filled with marseban (almond/pistachio paste) combines a traditional maamoul dough with a French-style marseban filling. Try this wonderful recipe—you’ll love it.

Stuffed Sheep Stomachs with Meat - Photos
Vegetarian mains
30 minExpert

Stuffed Sheep Stomachs with Meat - Photos

A wonderful traditional recipe for preparing and cooking stuffed sheep stomachs with meat. It is important to clean the stomachs well before cooking to achieve the desired result and a mouth-watering aroma that will fill your home

Laban Ummo or Shakriyeh
Rice and grains
30 minHard

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.

How to Make Koshari
Pasta and noodles
40 minExpert

How to Make Koshari

Koshari is one of the tastiest and most famous Egyptian dishes. Here is how to make it the traditional way, with the special tomato sauce and koshari dukkah. We hope you enjoy it and try it yourself.

Tripoli Shmeiseh Dessert
Desserts
55 minHard

Tripoli Shmeiseh Dessert

Shmeiseh is a popular traditional sweet from the city of Tripoli in northern Lebanon. With clear, simple steps, you can make this dessert at home using a few inexpensive ingredients. Enjoy making it and serving it.

Successful Maamoul Recipe
Desserts
60 minHard

Successful Maamoul Recipe

Perfect maamoul for all your happy occasions, holidays, and hospitality. This recipe is reliable and traditional—just follow the steps and you’ll be happy with the result every time, and never want to change it.

Laban Amo (Yogurt Stew) or Shakeriya with Rice
Rice and grains
65 minHard

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.

Tomato Soup with Rice and Chicken
Soups and stews
65 minMedium

Tomato Soup with Rice and Chicken

There's nothing tastier than a comforting soup on cold winter days. Tomato soup with chicken is one of the most nourishing soups, especially when you're sick or under the weather. Try this non-traditional version—we hope you enjoy it.

Rice Pudding
Desserts
70 minExpert

Rice Pudding

Rice pudding is a sweet and easy classic with pantry-friendly ingredients. Try this non-traditional method for a creamy, comforting rice pudding.

Beef and Green Bean Stew
Soups and stews
70 minHard

Beef and Green Bean Stew

Beef and green bean stew is one of the most traditional dishes, easy and quick to prepare. This dish is perfect for the whole family, especially for young kids after a long day at school.

Potato and Pea Stew
Breakfast and brunch
70 minMedium

Potato and Pea Stew

A special Kuwaiti breakfast dish from Kuwait, traditionally served for breakfast or 'riouq'. This potato-and-pea stew is easy, delicious, and quick to prepare, and pairs well with Arabic bread.

Low-Fat Namoura
Desserts
70 minMedium

Low-Fat Namoura

Namoura is a popular, delicious traditional dessert. Try this low-fat, light Namoura so you can enjoy it guilt-free.

Fake Kunafa Without Kneading with Toast - Video
Breads and flatbreads
80 minExpert

Fake Kunafa Without Kneading with Toast - Video

A quick, fuss-free kunafa inspired dessert that uses toasted bread instead of traditional kataifi pastry.

Baked Potato Souffle in a Tray
Salads and appetizers
85 minHard

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.

Potato Stew with Rice
Soups and stews
110 minHard

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.

How to Make Maamoul with Semolina and Butter
Desserts
120 minExpert

How to Make Maamoul with Semolina and Butter

Eid is just around the corner... and so is maamoul! Here is a truly wonderful, detailed, traditional recipe for maamoul with semolina and butter. It also includes how to prepare different fillings. Enjoy!

Spicy Tuna Tray Bake with Potatoes
Mains
Time TBDMedium

Spicy Tuna Tray Bake with Potatoes

A homemade spicy tuna tray bake that's so easy and a perfect solution when you're out of ideas or short on time. It tastes like the traditional spicy fish dish, but is much more economical. Give it a try.