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Harissa Coconut Cake (Basbousa)
Desserts
50 minHard

Harissa Coconut Cake (Basbousa)

Harissa is a classic Arabic semolina cake made with coconut. Loved by adults and kids alike, it’s soaked in syrup for extra sweetness and richness.

Soft and Fluffy Orange Cake - Video
Desserts
50 minMedium

Soft and Fluffy Orange Cake - Video

A wonderful, easy, and tasty orange cake recipe presented with a video, from Shu Tabkhin Today Kitchen. This orange cake is light and does not contain butter or a lot of sugar, making it very light.

Potato Kunafa
Desserts
50 minHard

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.

Pineapple Cake
Desserts
55 minHard

Pineapple Cake

Pineapple cake isn’t just sweet; it’s also elegant in appearance. Present this pineapple cake at your special occasions to wow guests.

Maamoul Madd with Ashta (Cream)
Desserts
70 minExpert

Maamoul Madd with Ashta (Cream)

Maamoul Madd with ashta is one of the most delicious Arabic sweets loved by kids and adults alike. Try it and leave your comments. This recipe also includes a link to a lemon-blossom substitute for decoration.

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.

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.

Layered Maamoul with Qishta (Cream)
Desserts
75 minExpert

Layered Maamoul with Qishta (Cream)

Layered maamoul with qishṭa — a must-try Arabic dessert. Here is a clear method to make one of the tastiest sweets. Try it and tell us what you think. Enjoy!

Mamoul Maad with Ashta
Desserts
95 minExpert

Mamoul Maad with Ashta

Mamoul Maad with ashta is one of the most delicious and beloved Eastern sweets... and who would think of buying ready-made mamoul maad when you have this original, tried-and-true recipe that is 100% successful?

Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Salads and appetizers
Time TBDMedium

Roasted Cauliflower Salad

Roasted cauliflower salad with a mix of vegetables, pomegranate seeds, and a delicious tahini dressing. A wonderful, nourishing, healthy recipe that’s perfect for vegetarian eaters.

Luxury Maamoul with Walnuts and Dates
Desserts
240 minExpert

Luxury Maamoul with Walnuts and Dates

Luxury maamoul with walnuts and dates, in a detailed, tried-and-tested recipe that will accompany your sweet occasions and add beauty to your special hospitality!

How to Make Ramadan Mushtah
Festive specials
Time TBDHard

How to Make Ramadan Mushtah

Ramadan mushtah, or a suhoor bread, is the recipe we will definitely be trying during the blessed month! Some people have difficulty finding bakeries that sell this kind of bread in Ramadan, especially when living abroad. So we brought you the recipe :)

Sayadieh with Fish Fillets
Mains
Time TBDHard

Sayadieh with Fish Fillets

Sayadieh with fish fillets — a very practical, nutritious, and easy recipe. Sayadieh is delicious served with tahini sauce, a green salad, and eggplant mutabbal.

How to Make Churros (Fried Dough Dessert)
Desserts
Time TBDDifficulty TBD

How to Make Churros (Fried Dough Dessert)

Churros — fried dough — are a delicious sweet from Latin kitchens. Very easy to make, but the dough should rest for a full day before frying. Try them with melted chocolate and strawberries.

Grilled Fish on Charcoal with Tartor Sauce
Mains
Time TBDHard

Grilled Fish on Charcoal with Tartor Sauce

Charcoal‑grilled fish served with Tartor sauce (a tomato‑yogurt/tahini sauce). An easy recipe that delivers great results for the fish.

Homemade Beef Shawarma
Mains
Time TBDExpert

Homemade Beef Shawarma

Homemade shawarma has a distinctive flavor that surpasses store-bought versions. Try this beef shawarma with tahini sauce and parsley salad.

Sfouf
Desserts
Time TBDMedium

Sfouf

Sfouf is one of the easiest and quickest traditional desserts to make. This type of sweet is also valued for the many health benefits of turmeric, known as 'aqdat safra' in some countries.