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Mashed Mujadara
Mujadara, in all its varieties, is a beloved Lebanese staple. This mashed mujadara gets its name from cooking lentils and rice to a melt-in texture and is both nutritious and very tasty.
Bulgur with Chicken
Even the most traditional dishes can be tasty, inventive, and visually appealing. This recipe for bulgur with chicken is a traditional Lebanese dish.
Mujaddara with Lentils and Bulgur
An easy, home-style mujaddara made with lentils and coarse bulgur. Serve with yogurt and salads for a complete, nutritious meal.
Homestyle Ozi, Delicious and Elegant
Ozi, or Qouzi, is an elegant recipe and an unusual way to serve rice. In this recipe, you’ll get the dough, filling, and assembly method step by step. Serve with yogurt and salad.
Cheese Halawa with Daaoukiyeh Filling
Cheese halawa is one of the tastiest Lebanese sweets. You may think it is difficult to make at home, but the opposite is true. In this recipe, we chose an unconventional filling for the halawa: ashta with daaoukiyeh.
How to Make Vegetable Rice
Vegetable rice can be served alongside chicken or meat, or even on its own with yogurt and a green salad. Add any vegetables you like, حسب الرغبة.
Herb-Grilled Chicken Breasts
Herb-grilled chicken breasts — a practical, healthy, and flavorful home-style recipe. Serve with vegetables, rice, or salad. Marinate the chicken long enough in the seasoning for the best taste.
Layali Lubnan — The Authentic Way
A clear, delicious two-layer Layali Lubnan. Garnished with pistachios or grated coconut. Serve with syrup or honey, as you prefer.
Classic Chicken Rice
A much-loved rice dish: rice cooked with ground meat, chicken cooking stock and warm spices, topped with boiled chicken and fried nuts. Delicious served with yogurt or salad.
Shish Barak with Yogurt
Shish Barak with yogurt is a beloved Lebanese dish. Here is a clear, step-by-step way to prepare it, delicious warm or cold.
How to Make Gazan Arabic Kunafa
Kunafa is one of the most luxurious Arabic desserts, and it can be prepared in many ways. Here is authentic Gazan Arabic kunafa, which uses nuts and cinnamon instead of cheese or cream. Enjoy a special piece of kunafa the way people of Gaza in Palestine make it. Bon appétit!
Layali Lubnan
Layali Lubnan is a delicious and easy-to-make Lebanese dessert. Try this Layali Lubnan recipe from Sho Tabbakheen El Yom to delight your family and guests.
Okra with Olive Oil
Okra with olive oil is one of the tastiest vegetarian dishes in Lebanese cuisine. It’s delicious, of course, with meat and rice, but you really should try it with oil too—it’s served cold, is light on the stomach, and super delicious.
Fried Kibbeh
Fried kibbeh is one of the most delicious recipes and can be served in many creative ways! It’s delicious with yogurt, stews, salad, and even French fries. Enjoy!
Kammouna, or Kibbeh Spice Mix
Kammouna is used in a huge number of Lebanese dishes. You can’t make fareeka, tomato kammouna, or kibbeh in any of its forms without this fragrant spice mix that fills the whole house with its wonderful aroma. Learn how to make it now.
How to Make Lamb Mansaf
An easy, clear recipe for lamb mansaf using readily available ingredients. Try this homemade mansaf and serve it with a fresh green salad.
Turmeric Chicken Rice
Turmeric chicken rice is a very practical, easy recipe. Serve with salad and plain yogurt. It’s also quick to prepare since chicken breasts cook fast.
Vegetable Curry Rice
Vegetable curry rice is a hearty dish that can be served on its own with a salad or alongside kebabs or grilled chicken. Enjoy!