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How to Make Namoura
Namoura is a beloved, rich Arabic dessert. It is soaked with syrup and decorated with nuts as desired. Recipes for namoura vary only slightly from one cook to another. Here is this recipe. Enjoy!
Maamoul Mad with Ashta
Maamoul Mad with ashta is one of the most delicious Arabic desserts. Here is an easy, reliable method for making it. You can use the same dough for pistachio, date, and other fillings as well.
Coconut Basbousa
Coconut basbousa made with a successful homemade recipe! Basbousa is one of those beloved Arab sweets that both kids and adults enjoy.
How to Prepare Mafrouka
Mafrouka is one of the most delicious Arabic desserts, layered with cream and nuts. It may seem challenging, but it’s actually quite simple—here are steps to make a superb Mafrouka.
How to Make Maamoul Stuffed with Dates
Maamoul stuffed with dates is a famous and delicious Arabic dessert. This recipe guides you step by step to prepare the tastiest and easiest date-filled Maamoul.
How to Make Charlotte Dessert
Charlotte is one of the well-known desserts in the Arab world because it is easy to make and delicious. You can prepare Charlotte ahead of time and keep it in the freezer until serving.
How to Make Rice Pudding
Rice pudding — an authentic, traditional recipe. This classic Arabic dessert is loved by both adults and children; it’s light and low in fat.
Rice Halva (Halawat al-Ruzz)
Rice halva — one of the tastiest Arabic desserts made with cheese. Here is the authentic method. Serve syrup on the side for those who like it sweeter.
Stuffed Zucchini and Grape Leaves with Lamb
Stuffed zucchini and grape leaves with lamb — a classic Arab mahshi recipe that almost every home cook knows, each with her own touch. Here’s a new version we add to our long list of stuffed-vegetable recipes.
Qawarma Meat
How to make qawarma meat with an easy, tried-and-tested homemade recipe! Qawarma is one of the Lebanese pantry staples, often prepared at the end of summer to be used during the cold winter months. It is fried and salted meat, known in some Arab countries as dried meat or "qadeed." It is usually served with fried eggs or added over seasoned hummus, as well as many traditional Lebanese dishes.
Salmon with Fresh Cream and Spinach
A delicious, Western-style salmon recipe with cream and spinach. A great way to learn a new preparation for salmon to add to an Arab home-cooking repertoire and enjoy this flavorful, nutritious fish.
Pistachio and Cream Ghraybeh
Pistachios and cream are a wonderful pairing in Arabic desserts. Discover ghraybeh and enjoy the taste of cream and cream cheese between two layers of premium pistachios. Follow the step-by-step recipe for pistachio and cream ghraybeh. Enjoy!











