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How to Make Baba Ganoush
Baba ganoush — one of the tastiest Lebanese dips. Delicious alongside many dishes; try it with fish. Baba ganoush is tasty and healthy.
How to Make Alat (Hindbeh)
Alat (hindbeh) is a light, healthy Lebanese meze. There are several ways to prepare it—some simply boil and dress it with lemon and olive oil, others sauté it with onions or top it with fried onions.
Easy Wheat Labniyeh (Wheat with Yogurt)
A refreshing, healthy, and simple traditional dish — just soak the hulled wheat, boil it, cool it, then serve with yogurt.
Mshabbak (Lace Sweet Pastry)
Mshabbak (also called the Arabic lace pastry) is a traditional syrup-dipped fried dessert. This recipe includes instructions for coloring the syrup, if desired.
Spinach Stew with Ground Meat
Spinach stew is one of the dishes we grew up with, as parents always wanted their children to eat healthy, iron-rich meals... spinach prepared in a traditional, delicious way in an easy and quick recipe
Baladi Za'atar Blend
A traditional baladi za'atar blend made the authentic way and very easy to prepare at home. The key is to toast and dry the ingredients well before grinding them. Za'atar is one of the most important dishes on the Levantine breakfast table, and many families prepare it annually so the house never runs out. It is mixed with olive oil before eating.
How to Cook Hindbeh (Allet)?
Hindbeh, also known as allet, is one of the tastiest Lebanese cold appetizers. Serve with a squeeze of lemon; it can be made into a sandwich and is especially delicious with crispy fried onions.
Milk and Orange Muhallebi
An inventive milk-and-orange muhallebi — delicious and refreshing. A lovely way to add a twist to a traditional muhallebi; you won't regret it!
Zucchini and Eggplant Maqluba in Oil
Zucchini and eggplant maqluba — a traditional, simple dish with few ingredients, no spices or meat. A light summer recipe served cold.
Khubeiza with Fennel and Leeks
Khubeiza (mallow greens) is a healthy Lebanese dish with many benefits, popular with plant-based eaters. This recipe adds fennel and leeks; serve it with bread.
Maghmour (Eggplant Stew)
Maghmour — a traditional vegetarian dish made with eggplant, onions and chickpeas. Potatoes can be added if you like. Serve warm or chilled; it’s also known as eggplant moussaka in some regions.
Maghli (Caraway Pudding)
Maghli, also called caraway pudding, is a traditional Levantine sweet often served at celebrations—especially after childbirth. It takes time to make, but the result is wonderful. Don’t skip the nut garnish.
Layali Lubnan (Layali Lebanon)
Layali Lubnan is one of the most delicious Lebanese desserts and very easy to make at home. Serve chilled with honey or sugar syrup.
Lentil and Bulgur Mujaddara
Lentil and bulgur mujaddara — an easy, delicious, nutritious vegan dish. This classic recipe is outstanding. Some cook it with rice, but this version uses bulgur and is made the traditional way. Try it — kids will love it.