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Awama (Luqaimat) — Crisp Syrup-Dipped Dough Balls
A reliable homemade recipe for awama: small fried dough balls that are syrup-dipped. Frying in two stages gives them their signature crispness.
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
Date Bateeth Dessert - Video
Today's dessert is distinctly Gulf-inspired and relies on a staple ingredient from the Arabian Gulf region: dates! Try this easy, quick, and elegant recipe to serve to guests.
Lahmacun (Turkish-Style Minced Meat Flatbreads)
Turkish-style lahmacun — similar to the lahm bi ajeen we know, but Turks like to add sauce, parsley and diced peppers. Worth trying!
How to Make Green Za'atar Salad
A recipe with aroma, flavor, and simplicity all in one! Try this refreshing green za'atar salad and serve it alongside meat and fish dishes for a complete, very delicious meal.
Mashed Potatoes
There are many vegetarian recipes in Lebanese cooking that are easy to prepare without meat and with modest ingredients found in every home. Here is a quick and easy mashed potatoes recipe.
Hamburger with Onion Wedges
Hamburger is one of the most popular quick recipes, requested again and again by both adults and children. There are many ways to prepare the meat mixture, but our version uses the fewest possible ingredients so you can enjoy the flavor of the meat.
Saffron Rice
A delicious homemade saffron rice recipe that pairs well with all kinds of meat and vegetable dishes.
Freekeh and Rice with Chicken
Freekeh and rice with chicken: a practical, easy recipe that's great for banquets and gatherings, and can also be made with meat if desired.
Fake Kunafa with Cream
Fake kunafa with cream, an easy homemade recipe... This kunafa will do the trick if you don't have kunafa dough or even cheese. It's a really great and economical recipe.
Chicken Ribs with Fluffy Rice
Chicken ribs with fluffy rice, made with the simplest recipe. It must be made with bone-in chicken pieces, and the result is a nourishing and delicious dish! The origins of this dish go back to Tripoli in northern Lebanon.
Molokhia with Oil
Molokhia with oil is delicious too. It is not necessary to add meat or chicken to enjoy the taste of this beloved dish. A few simple additions are all it takes.
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.
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!
Chocolate Honeycomb Bread
Chocolate honeycomb bread can be served for breakfast or as a dessert. Here is the recipe in full detail. You’ll definitely love it because the dough stays soft, and the kids will ask for it again and again.
Dry Molokhia with Fluffy Rice
Dry molokhia is a regal dish cooked with chicken or meat, served with plenty of lemon and fluffy rice. It can also be served with chopped onion soaked in vinegar instead of lemon.
Thursday Maqad Ka'ak
Thursday Maqad Ka'ak, also known as Abbas ka'ak, is one of the tastiest kinds of ka'ak. It is usually prepared for special occasions, though there is certainly nothing wrong with enjoying a piece without any occasion :) Here is a distinctive way to make it.
Lemon Zest Powder
Lemon zest has a lovely aroma and helps eliminate any trace of rancidity, which is why we use it in recipes that contain eggs. Here is a super easy and distinctive lemon zest powder recipe to use in your sweet dishes instead of vanilla, as well as in savory dishes, especially for seasoning meat.

















