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Lahma Bi Ajeen (Meat Flatbreads)
Lahma bi ajeen is a beloved Arab pastry—some like it with a squeeze of lemon, others prefer yogurt.
Hazelnut Ghoraybeh
Hazelnut ghoraybeh — an easy, very tasty Arabic cookie that melts in your mouth. Great for guests and a quick dessert if visitors arrive unexpectedly. Try it!
Fried Qatayef with Ashta (Clotted Cream) and Walnuts
Fried qatayef filled with ashta (clotted cream) and walnuts — a complete, detailed recipe. A special dessert, perfect after iftar during Ramadan — one of the best Arabic sweets.
Chicken Stroganoff — Homemade
Chicken Stroganoff has become very popular across the Arab world thanks to its delicious flavor and easy preparation with ingredients found in most homes.
Easy Namoura (Semolina Cake)
Namoura is a popular Arab dessert—delicious but rich. Treat yourself to a small piece today! Here’s an easy, tested method for Namoura.
How to Make Zanoud al-Sitt (Lady's Fingers)
One of the tastiest Arabic desserts. Zanoud al-Sitt, a classic home recipe, prepared here in an easy, tested method.
Potato and Pea Stew
A special Kuwaiti breakfast dish from Kuwait, traditionally served for breakfast or 'riouq'. This potato-and-pea stew is easy, delicious, and quick to prepare, and pairs well with Arabic bread.
Avocado Guacamole Sauce
Avocado guacamole sauce is one of the most famous Mexican recipes, and it has become widely known across the Arab world because it is so easy to make and tastes delicious. It is also a healthy secret recipe at the same time.
Kibbeh with Yogurt
Kibbeh with yogurt is one of the tastiest dishes in Arab cuisine, served hot or cold! Some people also add shish barak to it. A super delicious recipe—give it a try!
Homemade Shaibiyat
Shaibiyat made at home — a special recipe for one of the most delicious Arabic sweets commonly served during the holy month. But you can enjoy it anytime the craving hits.
How to Make Namoura (Semolina Tray Cake)
Namoura tray — one of the richest Arab desserts and very popular. Try this easy method to make it. Garnish with nuts as desired.
Mini Uthmaliya Dessert
Mini Uthmaliya with a lovely homemade recipe — easy and delicious. Uthmaliya is one of the most delicious Arabic desserts, and serving it as small individual portions makes it even more appealing.
How to Make Homemade Qatayef Batter
A reliably successful and very delicious homemade qatayef batter. Try it and fill the qatayef with chilled clotted cream prepared in advance. Qatayef is a light Arabic sweet :)
Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff is a famous Russian dish that's become popular across the Arab world — rich, tasty, and easy to make. Try our chicken stroganoff version too!
Cheese Kunafa
Cheese kunafa — a beloved Arabic dessert often served for breakfast. Serve with syrup (attar) or with kunafa pastry and syrup, according to preference.
How to Make Purslane Soup (Farfihin)
Purslane soup isn’t a traditional soup, but after you try it you’ll want to make it again and again. It’s a very tasty soup, and in each Arab country it’s named after the plant—purslane—such as farfihin or baqla.
How to Make Mafroukeh with Cream
Mafroukeh with cream is a delicious, easy-to-make Arabic dessert. Garnish Mafroukeh as you like with the nuts you prefer.
Semolina Maamoul with Cream Filling
Maamoul Mad with cream filling is a beloved Arabic sweet with wide popularity. You can make Maamoul Mad with cream filling or with dates, depending on preference and the ingredients you have.

















