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Aleppo Meshbak
Aleppo meshbak is a popular traditional sweet that rivals the finest Arab and Western desserts. Here is a clear, delicious homemade recipe.
Muhallabia (Milk Pudding) Recipe
Muhallabia is a traditional, light and easy dessert. Each cook adjusts the sweetness and toppings to taste.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.