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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.
How to Make Authentic Mouhallabieh-Style Maghli Dessert?
Maghli is a popular traditional Arabic dessert, especially served when a new baby is born... There are many different ways to prepare maghli, and this is one authentic version.
Chicken Musakhan
Chicken Musakhan is a very popular Palestinian dish beloved across the Arab world. There are many ways to prepare this dish; this version is one of the easiest.
Smoked Paprika Chicken Mandi
Chicken mandi is one of the most popular dishes in the Arab world. This recipe, inspired by Indian and Pakistani cuisine, is rich in bold spice flavor, and you can adjust the heat level to your taste.
Easy Cookie Recipe
Easy cookies with a detailed, step-by-step method for the best chocolate chip cookies! The kids will love them.
Qatayef Batter Recipe
A successful qatayef batter recipe with precise homemade measurements. Qatayef is one of the most delicious Arabic desserts, especially popular during the holy month of Ramadan. Try this method.
Ma'karoun (Zeinab's Fingers)
Asabe' Zainab (Ma'karoun) — simple, easy, and very tasty pastries. A classic Arabic sweet made from pantry staples.
How to Make Sfoof
Sfoof is one of the most famous and delicious Arabic desserts. Here is a new recipe for luxurious sfoof, with chefs competing to share their version of the best result.
How to Make Shuaibiyat
One of the most delicious Arabic desserts, often served especially during Ramadan... it is shuaibiyat! So why not learn how to make it and enjoy it all year long whenever the craving strikes? Here is an easy, tried-and-true shuaibiyat recipe. Enjoy!
Easy Safouf Recipe
Safouf is one of the tastiest and easiest Arabic desserts to prepare. Nothing is better than enjoying a piece of safouf with our morning coffee—here is this easy, reliable method.
Spinach Cake
A special recipe that isn't very well known in the Arab world: spinach cake with vanilla cream! This recipe comes from German cuisine and is definitely worth trying, especially since the photos are so tempting.
Aish el Saraya
Aish el Saraya is one of the most delicious and easiest Arab desserts. It is also very economical, especially if you make it with leftover toast that is no longer fresh enough for breakfast.
Basbousa Dessert
Basbousa dessert is one of the easiest Arabic sweets! Just mix the ingredients well, spread the batter in a baking tray, and wait for the wonderful result. Pour cold syrup over it while it is still hot.
Mdalouka Dessert
Mdalouka is one of those rich, elegant Arabic desserts that really impresses guests and family alike! Here is the recipe in detail, and we hope you give it a try.
Maamoul (Layered) with Dates
Layered maamoul with dates — one of the finest Arabic sweets. Homemade versions are especially satisfying. Here is a tasty recipe we hope you’ll enjoy.
How to Make Homemade Qashta (Ashta) and Qareesha
A tried-and-true home method for making ashta (qashta) or kaimr (qareesha). Prepare ashta to serve with a variety of homemade Arabic desserts from start to finish.

















