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Tripoli Shmeiseh Dessert
Shmeiseh is a popular traditional sweet from the city of Tripoli in northern Lebanon. With clear, simple steps, you can make this dessert at home using a few inexpensive ingredients. Enjoy making it and serving it.
Successful Maamoul Recipe
Perfect maamoul for all your happy occasions, holidays, and hospitality. This recipe is reliable and traditional—just follow the steps and you’ll be happy with the result every time, and never want to change it.
Chicken Lasagna
A delicious chicken lasagna recipe. It takes some time because it’s made in stages, but the result is wonderfully different from the usual. You’ve probably tried meat or vegetarian lasagna before—this one is new and worth trying.
Laban Amo (Yogurt Stew) or Shakeriya with Rice
Laban Amo or Shakeriya is a popular traditional dish in many regions. If you enjoy cooking with yogurt, you’ll surely love this recipe.
Baqlah with Spinach and Chard
Baqlah is a well-known southern Lebanese dish built on greens cooked with coarse bulgur. In this version we make it with spinach and chard, for a delicious, nourishing, and healthy meal.
Beef and Green Bean Stew
Beef and green bean stew is one of the most traditional dishes, easy and quick to prepare. This dish is perfect for the whole family, especially for young kids after a long day at school.
Vegetarian Pea and Carrot Stew (No Meat)
A light, flavorful vegetarian stew of peas and carrots, brightened with cilantro, garlic and tomato. Easy, healthy and perfect served with white rice or rice with vermicelli.
Frozen Okra Stew
Okra is a very delicious and very nutritious vegetable. There are different ways to prepare okra, whether with oil or with meat. This recipe is for okra stew with pieces of meat, served alongside rice.
Beef Kebabs with Cherry Sauce
Cherry meat kebabs are one of the tastiest and most famous dishes of Aleppan cuisine. Anyone who loves the combination of sweet and savory flavors, or meat with fruit, will fall in love with this wonderful dish—just as we did!
Stuffed Tripe (Qabawat) and Tripe — Traditional Method
Qabawat (stuffed tripe) and tripe are beloved traditional dishes. Many hesitate because cleaning and preparation seem difficult. Here is an authentic, step-by-step method from Shoutabkhin Today.
Chicken Rice Recipe
A delicious chicken and rice dish that's perfect for any occasion. Try the chicken rice using the method in this recipe, and learn how to properly brown the chicken. You can also add ground meat to the rice if you like. Bon appétit!
How to Make Eggplant Casserole with Meat
A clear and easy eggplant casserole recipe. Delicious homemade comfort food—try it!
Za'atar Rolls with Potato Dough
Za'atar rolls with potato dough are a recipe based on using potatoes, either mashed or as potato flour, for a different take on traditional dough. Give them a try!
Maqluba with Vegetables and Ground Beef
A delicious, easy-to-make vegetable maqluba layered with coarse ground beef. Distinctive presentation — serve with yogurt and salad. Can be made without meat.
Potato Soufflé Mold
Potato soufflé mold baked. A traditional recipe presented in a new and impressive way. Easy to make with pantry-friendly ingredients—try it our way.
How to Make Chicken Kofta
Everyone loves meat kofta—why not try chicken kofta? Here’s an easy, tasty chicken kofta recipe with step-by-step instructions. Serve it with French fries, salad, and garlic for a complete meal. Enjoy this inventive dish you’ll surely love.
How to Make Mini Tagine
Tagine is a rich, delicious, and healthy dish. This meal, made with mixed vegetables with pieces of meat and chickpeas, enriches your table and satisfies your craving for a complete and nourishing meal for your family. Learn the Mini Tagine recipe and serve it with rice!! Bon appétit.
How to Make Kibbeh Nayyeh
Kibbeh nayyeh is one of the finest Lebanese dishes, and when it is placed on the table, no other dish can compare. Here is this wonderful recipe to introduce you to the secrets of this famous Lebanese specialty.

















