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Authentic Palestinian Musakhan Chicken
Authentic Palestinian musakhan chicken with a detailed, traditional recipe just as Palestinian women make it. Olive oil gives the chicken an extra touch in both browning and flavor, and don’t forget to be generous with the sumac.
Za'atar, Cheese, and Olive Rolls
Dough rolls filled with za'atar, cheese and olives, or any filling you like. This is a very tasty and practical recipe that kids will definitely love. Try it and let us know what you think in the comments.
Pickled Green Olives
How to make pickled green olives with a tried-and-true recipe and wonderful flavor. You can soak the olives for one to three days, as you prefer, and the longer you soak them, the more of their bitterness will go away.
How to Make a Plate of Kibbeh Nayeh
The tastiest kibbeh nayeh plate, with a detailed homemade recipe! Kibbeh is one of the most delicious Lebanese appetizers and can also be served as a main dish with radishes, white onions, and olive oil, eaten with Arabic bread!
Loubia Bzeit (Green Beans in Olive Oil)
Loubia bzeit is an easy vegetarian dish served cold. Many enjoy it straight from the fridge, especially with onions and sweet green pepper.
Pistachio Stew with Red Palm Oil
Pistachio and beef stew — an unusual, nourishing African-inspired recipe made with simple, easy-to-find ingredients. Serve with white rice.
Lentil Soup with Lemon
Lentil soup with lemon... a very nutritious and delicious soup. It contains Swiss chard and potatoes, in addition to lentils and lemon. This soup is vegetarian, but some like to add ground meat to it.
Local Mountain Green Beans in Oil
Badria green beans are what they’re called in Lebanon when the beans are mountain-grown and in season in summer. These beans are known for having lots of pods and a wonderful flavor.
Lentil Kibbeh
Lentil kibbeh follows the same concept as meat kibbeh, but uses lentils instead of meat. A drizzle of olive oil on top completes the dish. Bon appétit.
Sannouniya (Siliqa) — Boiled Hulled Wheat with Nuts
Sannouniya (also called Sanniniya or Siliqa) — boiled hulled wheat sweetened and topped with nuts and pomegranate. Traditionally prepared when a child's first tooth appears.
Swedish Meatballs
From Swedish cuisine comes this delicious, easy meatball recipe. Serve the meatballs with boiled or mashed potatoes and sauce for a complete, nourishing meal.
Oven-Roasted Turkey
Oven-roasted turkey is one of the tastiest dishes for gatherings. You can roast the turkey in an oven roasting bag or wrap it in aluminum foil — either way the result is delicious and reliable!
Eggless Mayonnaise
An egg-free mayonnaise recipe for anyone with an egg allergy or who simply dislikes the taste of eggs. It is also a great option for those concerned about egg spoilage in mayonnaise recipes.
Broccoli Chicken Soup
A soup rich in its ingredients and flavors. Broccoli soup with boiled chicken and a variety of vegetables, made with an easy recipe using ingredients commonly found at home.
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.
Laminated Sambousek with Two Doughs
A brilliant, flaky sambousek made by combining two types of dough — water (oil) dough and butter dough. Try mixing two doughs in one recipe for extra flakiness. Full details below.
Bread Fritters
A very easy and practical recipe, especially when you have stale bread you don’t want to waste. Be sure to remove all moisture from the bread before frying the dough to avoid bubbles in hot oil.
Refreshing Fruit Juice
An easy recipe for refreshing fruit juice — great for using up a large amount of fresh fruit before it spoils. Serve chilled for your guests and family to enjoy.

















