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How to Make the Tastiest Date Fingers
Date fingers, or kleicha, are one of the easiest sweets, especially when the method is detailed and clear step by step. They are especially delicious with a cup of coffee in the morning. What do you think?
Palestinian Mtabbak with Walnuts
Palestinian mtabbak with walnuts and cinnamon, made with an easy homemade method and super delicious... Mtabbak is one of those rich desserts that are soaked in syrup!
Oven-Roasted Beef
A very delicious oven-roasted beef recipe. If you don’t have the time or setup to cook over charcoal, try this super-tasty oven method—just be sure to marinate the meat in advance!
How to Make Tabbouleh
Authentic Lebanese tabbouleh. Eat it wrapped in cabbage or lettuce leaves or with a spoon — it’s perfect with fries and all kinds of grilled meats.
Bulgur with Chicken
Bulgur with chicken — a tasty, simple, healthy home-style recipe. The bulgur is cooked with vermicelli; boiled chicken can be mixed in or served on top.
Maamoul Mad with Dates
Maamoul Mad with dates is one of our site's most popular recipes. Many cooks have shared their methods; this is a new, reliable and guaranteed version. Enjoy!
Madardara (Mujaddara) — Southern Lebanese Rice & Lentils
Madardara (also called mujaddara) is a Southern Lebanese rice-and-lentils dish. Simple, delicious, and nutritious — but it requires a bit of know‑how: get the liquid right so the rice neither turns mushy nor stays undercooked. Try it and show us your skills!
No-Bake Chilled Cake
A chilled, no-oven cake—similar to a custard with layers of biscuits. Garnished with pistachios and served cold from the fridge.
Quick Vanilla and Chocolate Custard
Homemade vanilla and chocolate custard — simple, refreshing summer dessert that's quick and easy. Decorate with plain biscuits. Enjoy!
Classic Chicken Rice
A much-loved rice dish: rice cooked with ground meat, chicken cooking stock and warm spices, topped with boiled chicken and fried nuts. Delicious served with yogurt or salad.
Harissa Coconut Cake (Basbousa)
Harissa is a classic Arabic semolina cake made with coconut. Loved by adults and kids alike, it’s soaked in syrup for extra sweetness and richness.
How to Make Suksieh Dessert
Suksieh dessert — similar to an easy layered cake: layers of biscuits and chocolate pudding. Top with desiccated coconut and your choice of nuts. Delicious and quick to make :)
Awama (Syrup‑Soaked Fritters)
Awama — a crunchy sweet that lovers of syrup‑soaked desserts adore. Simple yet one of the most beloved Arabic sweets. Here’s the detailed method.
Chicken with Curry and Vegetables
A rich, quick meal using chicken breast that cooks fast. The combination of mixed vegetables and cooking cream makes this a complete, satisfying dish — serve with rice.
Beehive Rolls with Musakhan Chicken Filling
An inventive recipe: beehive-style rolls filled with musakhan chicken (onion, sumac and nuts). Combines the traditional musakhan filling with small stuffed dough balls baked together.
Meat, Onion and Tomato Skillet
A quick, simple skillet of small-cut or coarsely minced meat sautéed with onions and tomatoes. Traditionally served with Arabic bread.
Eggless Tiramisu
Eggless tiramisu — a simple, light version of tiramisu suitable for those who prefer not to use eggs. Layers of cream and Philadelphia-style cream cheese with coffee-soaked biscuits and cocoa on top.
How to Make Qishta (Clotted Cream) - Video
Qishta, or qaymar, is used in most Arabic desserts, so why buy it ready-made and canned when you can prepare it easily at home? Click the image to watch the video on how to make qishta, or qaymar.