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Tray-Baked Kibbeh Recipe
Tray-baked kibbeh with a delicious, detailed step-by-step recipe. A traditional dish that is considered one of the most important recipes in Arab cuisine! The recipe also includes how to make the kibbeh spice mix.
How to Make the Best Lasagna
The best lasagna is within reach — layers of lasagna sheets, béchamel and a meaty vegetable filling, finished with mozzarella on top. Imagine the taste!
Shaibiyat Dessert
Shaibiyat with a detailed homemade recipe from start to finish — from making the dough to the cream and the light syrup. Shaibiyat is one of the most delicious Arabic sweets and is especially enjoyable when homemade.
Shish Barak (Yogurt Dumplings) with Rice
Shish barak — delicious dumplings in a yogurt sauce, originally Turkish and popular in the Levant. Some prefer lightly baking the dough pieces; others add them raw to the yogurt. Serve hot with rice or rice with vermicelli.
Bulgur Kibbeh with Meat Filling
Bulgur kibbeh (without meat in the dough) — flour and oil are added until a cohesive, moldable dough forms. The filling is classic seasoned meat. A tasty, different kibbeh worth trying.
Date-Filled Croissant
A French croissant dough filled with delicious dates, a staple in many of our dessert recipes. Easy, quick, and tasty.
Thursday's Murkad Cookies
A fragrant, spiced cookie recipe traditionally baked for Thursday gatherings. Includes anise, sesame, caraway, and a warming dough.
Oat Cakes with Date Molasses, Egg-Free
Oat cakes with date molasses and no eggs — a wonderful new recipe for light vegan cookies! A distinctive, easy-to-make treat at home that lets you skip heavy store-bought sweets.
Delicious Strawberry Tart
A delightful strawberry tart — one of the tastiest French-style tarts. This clear, detailed recipe shows how to make the pastry and the pastry cream.
Custard-Filled Éclair
Éclairs are among the lightest, most delicious cakes—very popular and easy to make. You can fill the éclair with pastry cream or custard. Surprise your kids by making them at home.
Butter Chicken
Butter Chicken is one of those Indian dishes that has become very popular in the Arab world... and today you can make it at home with the easiest, tastiest, and most reliable recipe
Kousa Ablama (Stuffed Zucchini)
Kousa Ablama is a practical, delicious stuffed zucchini dish—great for working cooks. Make it a day ahead and reheat; serve with rice and yogurt.
The Best Cinnamon Rolls
Homemade cinnamon rolls — easy and delicious. Allow the dough to rest twice to get soft, flavorful rolls. Finish with a creamy white frosting for the full experience.
Basbousa with Cream and Pistachios
Basbousa with cream is one of the tastiest Arabic desserts. This recipe may take a bit of time, but it’s easy to make with common ingredients found at home.
Arugula Salad with Smoked Salmon
Arugula salad with smoked salmon is an elegant and delicious recipe that is perfect for the most special occasions as an appetizer. It can also make for a rich and satisfying dinner.
Whole Wheat and Oat Toast
Whole wheat and oat toast — a delicious, healthy bread. Oats are mixed into the dough and sprinkled on top for extra flavor and nutrition.
Rice with Shrimp
Rice with shrimp — a delicious, easy-to-make dish. This recipe is as wonderful as lamb or chicken mansaf. Try it and serve it to guests at gatherings. Serve with hot sauce.
Kibbeh in Yogurt
Clear, detailed recipe for kibbeh in yogurt. Follow these steps to make an authentic, delicious kibbeh bil laban.

















