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How to Make Orzo Pasta Soup
Orzo pasta soup... yes, it's the pasta called 'bird's tongue' :) Enjoy this healthy and spice-free soup. It contains chicken, vegetables, and pasta, and takes very little time to prepare.
Homemade Beef Shawarma
Delicious homemade beef shawarma — an authentic, carefully made recipe. Homemade shawarma is lighter since it doesn’t contain much fat. This recipe includes tips to make it extra tasty — don’t forget the parsley salad and tahini (tartar) sauce.
How to Make Avocado Guacamole Sauce
Guacamole, or avocado sauce, is a Mexican recipe that has become very popular in the Arab world. Serve guacamole as a dip with nachos or corn chips, or with chicken fajitas.
How to Make Authentic Kuwaiti Machboos
To prepare delicious Kuwaiti machboos, use this detailed and clear recipe. Machboos is one of the best Gulf dishes ever—if you try it once, you’ll make it a hundred times!
Namoura (Basbousa) Recipe
A very tasty Namoura recipe made the authentic way and easy to follow. You can control the amount of syrup to achieve the sweetness you want.
Creamy Garlic Sauce
A versatile sauce that accompanies many dishes, especially chicken dishes. Try this easy garlic sauce to achieve a restaurant-like garlic flavor.
How to Make Biryani Rice
Biryani rice — a must-try aromatic Indian-style rice with chicken, typically served with salad or yogurt.
Indian Puri (Fried Bread) with Korma Sauce
Puri — a popular Indian fried bread. Traditionally served with grilled spiced chicken, it’s also delicious with dairy, cheeses, or other dishes. This recipe includes an Indian korma sauce to serve alongside.
Traditional Lamb Farakeh (Lebanese Meat Croquettes)
Farakeh is a proud Lebanese appetizer and one of the most delicious dishes people love. Here is a tasty, easy recipe for the best lamb farakeh.
How to Make Meftoul with Tomatoes
A Palestinian vegetarian staple, maftoul with tomatoes (also called kuskuson in the local dialect), a tasty and popular traditional dish.
Baalbek-Style Fatayer
Baalbek-style fatayer is a famous pastry in Baalbek, Lebanon. The meat-filled version is loved across many Lebanese regions. Here is the authentic Baalbek-style fatayer recipe.
Kabsa Rice with Meat
Kabsa rice with meat — a homestyle recipe that's simply delicious :) Learn our cook's easy method; you can also substitute chicken for the meat.
How to Make Kabis (Pickled Cucumbers)
Kabis (pickled cucumbers) — here is an authentic recipe. This version does not use vinegar, though many recipes do. Important: store the pickles in tightly sealed, sterilized jars. This pickle is very delicious and well known.
Samosa Pastry Dough
Delicious, easy samosa pastry dough with a detailed, start-to-finish recipe. Try this authentic samosa dough — you can choose any filling you like.
Grape Leaves Stuffed with Lamb Rib Meat
Grape leaves are a centerpiece at the table, especially for celebrations and banquets. The best version is when they are prepared with lamb to add richness to the leaves and to season the meat with a tangy, zesty kick. Here is the authentic method for preparing grape leaves with lamb rib meat. Give it a try and enjoy!
How to Make Cauliflower Maqluba?
If you love cauliflower, you’ll love this recipe that combines cauliflower, chicken, and rice in a wonderful cauliflower maqluba. Easy and very tasty.
Beef Tongue with Garlic and Lemon
Beef tongue with garlic and lemon is one of those special dishes that some women may hesitate to prepare, but this authentic recipe will surely encourage you. Why not try it? It is very delicious.
Tabaqah Rice with Ground Meat
Tabaqah rice with ground meat is one of the tastiest dishes loved by both adults and children, especially with yogurt! You can top it with chicken or meat as you like!

















