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How to Make Quick Namoura?
A simple, tasty recipe for making namoura at home with a few common ingredients. Try this light, proven recipe to get the easiest and tastiest Namoura.
How to Make Chocolate Basbousa
Chocolate basbousa is a modern version of the famous Arabic basbousa dessert. Adding chocolate sauce turns it into a rich, distinctive new treat that satisfies our chocolate cravings.
Coconut Basbousa
Coconut Basbousa — a homemade recipe that's simply wonderful. We recommend making this quick dessert when you know guests are coming — it's delicious and easy.
Easy Namoura (Semolina Cake)
Easy namoura—a successful homemade recipe. Namoura is one of the most requested Arabic sweets and this particular method is very simple. Give it a try.
Cream-Topped Basbousa
A simple basbousa cut into squares and decorated with clotted cream (qeemar). Delicious in taste and presentation.
Authentic Sfiha with Whole Wheat Flour
Traditional sfiha made with whole wheat flour and whole grain flour for a lighter, healthier dough. You’ll find all the details you need for a successful, soft dough and a tasty filling. You can use white flour if preferred.
How to Make Barazek the Traditional Way
Delicious Barazek with a wonderful homemade, tried-and-true recipe. Find all the secrets to successful Levantine Barazek in this recipe. Enjoy!
Beet Tabbouleh
Beet tabbouleh is a recipe that is perfect for vegetarians. If you have never tried this dish before or don’t know it, you should definitely get to know it. This is a modified version of traditional Lebanese tabbouleh, with beetroot and pomegranate instead of tomato. So delicious.
How to Make Kibbeh in Yogurt Sauce, or Labanieh
Kibbeh in yogurt sauce, or Labanieh, made the traditional way. This is one of the classic heritage dishes. It is very delicious and can be served alongside fluffy rice.
Turkish-Style Vegetarian Kibbeh
Turkish-style vegetarian kibbeh is very special and delicious. It looks like traditional kibbeh, but it is completely meat-free. Try it and you’ll definitely love it.
Spicy Tomato Kaamouneh
A tomato kaamouneh recipe that is simply unbeatable. It is one of the tastiest traditional, heritage, and healthy dishes from Southern Lebanese cuisine, especially when made extra spicy. Not to mention how inexpensive it is :)
Tripoli-Style Falafel Recipe
Tripoli-style falafel is one of the most delicious old traditional recipes, made with chickpeas and no fava beans. It is especially tasty with tahini sauce, tomato slices, and pickles in an Arabic bread sandwich!
How to Make Baqaat Dough
Baqaat made the traditional homemade way, and it couldn't be tastier! This well-known bread from the villages of South Lebanon is especially delicious with labneh and a cup of tea. You have to try it!
Qatayef Batter with Nigella Seeds
Qatayef with nigella seeds... an exclusive, inventive recipe for our site. A few light touches can add a lot of charm to traditional recipes! Give it a try.
Jerusalem-Style Palestinian Hummus with Tahini
Jerusalem-style hummus with tahini from beloved Palestine... a detailed homemade recipe made the traditional way! All kinds of mezze are served with olive oil. Enjoy :)
Molokhia with Bulgur
Molokhia with bulgur is a delicious and distinctive vegetarian recipe... a healthy dish made the traditional way.
How to Make the Tastiest Loubiya b Zeyt
How to make the tastiest loubiya b zeyt the traditional way in a clear, homemade recipe. Loubiya is one of the healthiest and most delicious vegetarian dishes.
How to Make Muhammara with Bulgur
Bulgur muhammara is a traditional Lebanese mezze. It’s somewhat similar to tomato komouna, and red pepper paste gives the dish a distinctive flavor. Give it a try.

















