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Royal Okra Stew
Okra stew is one of the most luxurious stews. You can make it with fresh okra in season, frozen okra, or even dried okra in winter. Who likes to stock up and preserve it to enjoy all year long? Here is the tastiest way to prepare it.
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
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.
Molokhia with Oil
Molokhia with oil is delicious too. It is not necessary to add meat or chicken to enjoy the taste of this beloved dish. A few simple additions are all it takes.
Green Beans in Oil
Green beans in oil — a healthy, very tasty vegetarian recipe, especially good with white onion and green bell pepper. Served with bread. Some like it warm; most prefer it chilled from the fridge.
Pan-Fried Chicken with Olive Oil and Saffron
A very tasty pan-fried chicken recipe using olive oil and a saffron-spiced marinade—an appealing variation on classic chicken seasoning. Enjoy!
Spinach in Olive Oil
For all kinds of vegetarian dishes, there’s something special about them: they work as a side dish or as a light main for lunch or dinner. Try this green spinach in olive oil, and you’ll love it.
Labneh Balls in Olive Oil
Making labneh, especially labneh balls preserved in jars of olive oil, is one of the classic Lebanese pantry staples. You can keep jars of labneh balls on hand to enjoy anytime, especially at breakfast.
Swiss Chard Leaves with Olive Oil
Swiss chard leaves with olive oil is a light and delicious vegetarian dish. Here is the detailed method. It can be served cold from the fridge, just like grape leaves.
Turkish Boiled Kibbeh, or Katali
Turkish boiled kibbeh, or katali, is one of the most famous recipes in Turkish cuisine. Here is how to make it properly. Tip: use plenty of onion in the filling for a wonderful result!
Manaqish with Sreysirah (boiled wheat husk)
Sreysirah is the husk of wheat after boiling and crushing. Add one cup to the manaqish dough and enjoy this delicious, nutritious dough.
Healthy Cake
Oil-free cake? Flourless cake? Everything is possible, and this recipe is a prime example of a healthy cake.
Potato Chips
Homemade potato chips... the method could not be easier and the result is more than wonderful. Crispy potato chips that you will keep reaching for. At the very least, cleanliness and the quality of the oil are guaranteed.
Pickled Turnips
An easy pickled turnip recipe that doesn’t even require boiling water — so it’s quick, too! The result is lightly salted, tender pickled turnips with a satisfying crunch when you bite into them.
Tray-Baked Minced Meat with Tomatoes and Onions
Meat with tomatoes and onions is one of the tastiest recipes, especially when made with tender shredded meat. It is served with white rice or eaten with bread.
How to Make Chocolate Basbousa
Chocolate basbousa made with an easy recipe... Where are the chocolate lovers? You’ll surely enjoy its delicious flavor and soft texture, and it’s perfect for kids and for serving guests.
Layali Lubnan in Cups
Layali Lubnan is one of Lebanon’s famous dessert recipes — very easy and simple, irresistibly delicious, quick to prepare, and very economical.
Béchamel Pasta with Ground Beef
Pasta with a white béchamel sauce, made in a delicious version with ground beef. If you prefer it with chicken, you can use fried or boiled chicken breast instead.

















