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Rice with Grape-Leaf Filling in Olive Oil
Rice with grape-leaf filling is a delicious recipe many of you may not have tried yet — but it's worth it. The grape-leaf filling in oil is mixed with the rice and cooked on the stove, giving an amazing taste and aroma.
Rice with Minced Meat and Chicken
Rice with minced meat and chicken is a classic Arabic dish loved by the whole family. Suitable for an everyday family meal or for entertaining guests. Delicious served with yogurt, vermicelli soup, or a salad.
Yellow Mujaddara (Split Lentil and Rice)
Yellow mujaddara — simple and quick. Split yellow lentils with rice and caramelized onions make a delicious, comforting dish. Serve with lettuce, tomato and cucumber salad.
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.
Southern Tomato Kamouna
Tomato Kamouna — from the villages of southern Lebanon to your kitchen. An easy, nutritious no-cook recipe made with vegetables, herbs and bulgur; fragrant and refreshing.
Rice with Chickpeas and Vegetables
For fans of vegetarian dishes, here is Rice with Chickpeas and Vegetables. Serve it with a side salad and cucumber with yogurt. Enjoy!
Rice with Shrimp (Qarides)
A wonderful homemade shrimp rice recipe... The rose water flavor will make a big difference to both the taste and the delicious aroma! Try it and let us know what you think!
Rice Cooked with Vermicelli
Fluffy rice cooked with vermicelli in the easiest homemade way! Rice with vermicelli is served with all stews and is one of the most useful recipes every home cook needs.
Rice Halawa (Sweet Rice Dessert)
Authentic Rice Halawa made at home — easy and reliable. Find complete ingredients and step-by-step instructions. A consistently successful dessert.
Rice with Fava Beans, Lenten Style
Rice with fava beans, without meat, in a homemade vegetarian recipe that is simply delicious! A hearty dish that is super easy and quick, and the fava beans help keep you feeling full. A practical recipe for working homemakers!
Lebanese Frakkeh
Lebanese Frakkeh is one of the most delicious appetizers that adorn Lebanese tables. It has spread worldwide, representing the ancient Lebanese cuisine. Here's the authentic Frakkeh recipe.
How to Make Rice Pudding
Rice pudding is a simple, very popular dessert. You can make this rice pudding recipe as a quick dessert that both adults and kids will love.
Easy Rice Soup
Rice soup is one of the easiest and simplest soups :) It can be served with all kinds of dishes and will be very well received because it is light. Give it a try.
Rice Tatbīqa with Grilled Chicken
A practical rice tatbīqa: the rice is cooked with minced meat, but to save time, chicken breast slices are grilled and served alongside the rice — a distinctive addition to the dish!
Lebanese Burghul and Vegetable Mafroukeh
Mafroukeh... a popular dish famous among the people of South Lebanon. It uses the same vegetables as Tabbouleh and burghul. It's eaten with lettuce, cabbage, or grape leaves. A tip: try it!
Mujadara with Rice or Mudardara
Mujadara with Rice, also known as Mudardara. The trick to this recipe is using the correct amount of water so the rice and lentils don't absorb too much. And of course, don't forget the fried onions on top!
Rice Pudding
Rice pudding... a delicious, wholesome dessert that's nourishing for kids too. Simple ingredients and a straightforward method. Here is this tasty homemade recipe... Bon appetit!
Rice Pudding
Rice pudding is a delicious, light Arabic dessert — perfect in summer since it’s served cold. Try this easy method for a treat loved by both kids and adults.

















