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Crispy Mashbak (Crunchy Fried Pastry)
A clear, tried-and-true homemade recipe for crispy mashbak — a rich, delicious Arabic sweet that many love. Very easy.
Sujuk Sandwiches
Sujuk sandwiches... one of the tastiest spicy sandwiches. Can be served as a main meal or as small appetizers. We recommend drinking plain yogurt with them to cool the heat :)
Cinnamon and Chocolate Cinnabon Rolls
A successful, distinctive homemade Cinnabon roll recipe — an unusual filling of cinnamon, cocoa and nuts. Serve warm, topped with chocolate sauce or the white glaze. Delicious with coffee or tea.
Fried Qatayef with Ashta (Cream)
Fried qatayef with ashta — an easy, much-loved recipe, especially for Ramadan. The recipe includes both the batter and the ashta (cream). Enjoy!
Delicious Apple Pie
Apple pie is one of the best pies—the apple flavor pairs perfectly with the pastry. This recipe also includes a little grated coconut for a distinctive touch.
Yule Log with Chocolate Cream
Yule log with chocolate cream — an easy recipe to make a delicious yule log at home. Chill for several hours or preferably overnight so it firms up well.
Khabisa (Beirut-style Dessert)
Khabisa — a traditional Beirut dessert. Very easy and nutty, yet light. Don’t cut it until it has completely cooled. Here’s how to make it.
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.
Cinnamon Rolls (Cinnabon-Style)
Cinnamon rolls — a delicious dough roll filled with cinnamon, cocoa and sugar. Topped with sweetened condensed milk and melted chocolate; add walnuts if you like.
Banoffee Pie Recipe
For fans of sweet pies and Western desserts in general, here is a delicious Banoffee Pie recipe. The caramel with banana and whipped cream will refresh you after a long day of work. Here is the recipe and step-by-step directions!!!
Raffaello Cake
A delicious Rafaello cake recipe. It may seem challenging to prepare, but the clear steps will guide you step by step to ensure success for you as well.
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
Sushi
An extremely easy homemade sushi recipe! Sushi is one of the Japanese dishes that has become increasingly popular in Arab countries, which is a positive thing because it is a healthy dish that contains a high percentage of very beneficial omega-3 fats.
Kings' Dirt Dessert
Kings' Dirt Dessert is one of the easiest and tastiest desserts for serving guests. You have to try it. It is served chilled from the fridge and has a fresh, delicious taste.
Molokhia with Tomatoes
Molokhia with tomatoes! Do you know this recipe? We usually make molokhia with chicken or meat, or even fry it with a little oil and eat it with a squeeze of lemon! But molokhia with tomatoes?! Yes, it is delicious too, and you won't believe it until you try it :)
Soft Orange Safouf
A special homemade safouf recipe that's a little different from the usual. Safouf is one of the easiest and tastiest Arabic desserts, and it's especially convenient because it contains no eggs, making it a great quick choice for home cooks.
How to Make Tatrabrek
Tatrabrek — have you heard this name before? This is a chilled alternative to shish barak if you prefer serving the yogurt cold instead of cooking it on the stove. A very summery, delicious dish we recommend you try.

















