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Authentic Syrian Tabbouleh
Syrian tabbouleh is very similar to the Lebanese version — Levantine cuisines overlap a lot. Here’s a tabbouleh recipe you’ll never get tired of!
How to Make Tabbouleh
Authentic Lebanese tabbouleh. Eat it wrapped in cabbage or lettuce leaves or with a spoon — it’s perfect with fries and all kinds of grilled meats.
How to Make Hummus with Tahini
Hummus with tahini is one of the tastiest Lebanese appetizers. It’s delicious with grilled meat or beef shawarma—don’t forget to drizzle olive oil on top before serving!
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.
Hummus with Tahini
Hummus with tahini is one of the most delicious Lebanese dips. It's easy to make and healthy too. Don't forget a drizzle of olive oil on top.
Chicken with Curry and Vegetables
A rich, quick meal using chicken breast that cooks fast. The combination of mixed vegetables and cooking cream makes this a complete, satisfying dish — serve with rice.
Beef and Vegetable Soup
A hearty beef and vegetable soup — a delicious winter favorite that pairs beautifully with rice. You can make the same recipe using chicken breast instead of beef.
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.
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.
Stuffed and Roasted Chicken in the Oven
A very delicious recipe for serving rice with chicken. Try it and share your thoughts with us in the comments!
How to Make Tabbouleh
Tabbouleh is one of the most delicious Lebanese salads and is almost an ambassador of Lebanese cuisine to the world because of its wide popularity. Some people like it with pomegranate molasses, while others prefer it with lemon juice only. And you? How do you like tabbouleh?
How to Make Biryani Pasta
Biryani pasta is a very practical and delicious vegetarian recipe! It follows the idea of biryani rice and can be served on its own or as a side dish. This recipe brings more than one cuisine together in a single dish!
Chicken and Potatoes with Garlic and Lemon
Chicken and potatoes with garlic and lemon in a delicious, tasty recipe! One of the most practical and popular recipes! Try it too and serve it with rice or eat it with bread!
Pickled Green Beans with Walnuts
Pickled green beans with red peppers and walnuts are among the tastiest pickles, and we recommend making them if you have not tried them before... delicious with any dish, especially mujaddara.
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.
Chocolate Crunch
Chocolate Crunch with rice-flavored chocolate corn flakes — an excellent-quality treat at very low cost. Why buy chocolate when it’s so easy to make at home? Enjoy these luxurious bites!
How to Make Athmaliya
Athmaliya is one of the most delicious Arabic desserts. All the ingredients for the cream are usually available at home. Athmaliya can be a little pricey in shops, but now you won't need to buy it!
Freekeh with Chicken
Freekeh with chicken is a delicious dish prepared like bulgur or rice but it needs more water and longer cooking time. Freekeh is nutritious and tasty with chicken or lamb.

















