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How to Make Safouf the Traditional Way
A wonderful recipe in every sense for making safouf at home. This version of safouf made the traditional way is similar to the recipes used in famous shops for preparing Arabic sweets.
Easy Namoura (Semolina Cake)
Easy namoura — one of the tastiest Arabic desserts. It’s important to let the batter rest as long as possible to ensure success. Garnish namoura with almonds or a touch of orange blossom water.
Coconut Namoura with Custard
A wonderful and tasty recipe for coconut Namoura with custard. This Namoura takes some time to prepare, but it’s not difficult, and following the clear steps yields the best coconut Namoura with custard.
Coconut Basbousa
An easy and very delicious coconut basbousa recipe. This sweet basbousa can be prepared for guests and served elegantly at special occasions, or made to please everyone in the family.
Authentic Lebanese Namoura
Lebanese namoura with a detailed homemade method! One of the most beloved sweets across the Arab world. Learn the authentic way and impress every namoura lover!
How to Make the Best Basbousa
The best basbousa at home... why don't we like basbousa, I wonder? Maybe because it's moist? Of course, this method is guaranteed to give you the right basbousa texture.
Shanklish (Traditional)
Authentic shanklish prepared the traditional way. Shanklish is a classic preserved dairy product made from strained yogurt and aged — served at breakfast or as an appetizer.
Coconut Basbousa
Coconut basbousa made with a successful homemade recipe! Basbousa is one of those beloved Arab sweets that both kids and adults enjoy.
Beirut Muftaqa (Traditional Muftaqa)
Muftaqa — a classic Beirut dessert that needs patience, time and effort (often more than one person helps with the stirring). With Shou Tabkhin you’ll enjoy authentic muftaqa made the traditional way.
Apricot Jam
Traditional apricot jam made at home—fresher and tastier than store-bought. Great on winter mornings with butter on warm bread; kids will love it.
Dried Fig Jam
Traditional dried fig jam — homemade is always best. Nuts and toasted sesame make the jam exceptional. The method is simple.
Green Beans in Oil
Green beans in oil are a practical, tasty vegetarian dish, especially for families and kids. This traditional Levantine recipe is popular across the Levant.
Green Okra Stew with Meat
A delicious, traditional green okra stew. Okra is considered a luxurious, royal-style dish. You’ll also find the method for making rice with vermicelli in the recipe. Enjoy!
Rice Mold with Minced Meat, or Ozi
A rice and minced meat mold with carrots and peas... a wonderful, budget-friendly recipe! We eat with our eyes before our mouths sometimes, so turn traditional dishes into artistic plates that whet the appetite. Just like this recipe :)
Eggplant Maqluba with Chicken
Eggplant Maqluba is a traditional dish prepared by the women of Shoutabkhin Today in various ways. This version uses chicken instead of meat to make eggplant maqluba—what do you think?
Potato Stew
A traditional, family-friendly potato stew, inexpensive and easy to make. Ideal for families and kids.
How to Make Bulgur with Tomatoes
A traditional, popular bulgur and tomato recipe. This beloved vegetarian dish can be served with yogurt and all kinds of green salad.
Peas and Rice Stew
Most stews rely on garlic and coriander, but this pea stew is nontraditional and leaves coriander to taste. It uses lamb neck and classic vegetables for a hearty dish.