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Chickpea Fatteh, or Tasqiya
Chickpea fatteh, also called tasqiya, made the homemade way and at its best — with fried nuts in ghee :) And don’t forget: it’s important to serve fatteh immediately as soon as it’s ready!
How to Make the Best Loubya bi Zayt
Loubya bi Zayt is a quintessential summer recipe, especially since it is served cold and some people even prefer it chilled from the fridge! Delicious with sweet green pepper and onion.
Loquat Jam
Loquat jam made with a clever, tested recipe you’ll want to try! This jam comes together very quickly. Be sure to choose ripe, sweet loquats for the best flavor!
Qatayef Cones with Cream
Complete recipe for making the best fried qatayef filled with homemade cream. These qatayef are shaped into cones, deep-fried, then filled — give them a try!
Chocolate Sfoof
An inventive and delicious sfoof (semolina cake) flavored with cocoa — a kid-favorite twist. Try it for a change; you won't regret it.
Fruit Toast
A light, healthy and quick breakfast or dessert — toast topped with a mix of fresh fruit and jam. A sprinkle of cinnamon makes a big difference.
Green Zaatar Bread
Green zaatar bread — very delicious with fresh zaatar and olives. Besides tasting great, it smells wonderful. Serve it for breakfast or use it to make the best sandwiches for the kids.
How to Make Date Biscuits
Date biscuits... a quick and easy recipe that will satisfy date lovers. You can substitute the date filling with pistachios, walnuts, or anything else you desire. Serve these delicious date biscuits to family and guests.
How to Make Fried Eggplant
These quick, flavorful appetizers are easy to prepare—fried eggplant at its best. Add these fried eggplants to your table, and don’t forget to top them with the tasty sauce you’ll find in the recipe.
How to Make Katayef Batter
A simple, home-tested Katayef batter recipe. You can fill them with pistachios, walnuts, or cream, and cook them on the stove or fry them in hot oil.
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!
Coconut Namoura with Custard
A wonderful and tasty recipe for coconut Namoura with custard. This Namoura takes some time to prepare, but it’s not difficult, and following the clear steps yields the best coconut Namoura with custard.
Znoud El Sit with Bread
Simplicity at its best... there's nothing sweeter than simplicity. This dessert is surprisingly easy, even when the recipes seem challenging, all thanks to the brilliant women of Shu Tabkhin Today for turning everyday ingredients into a luxurious, first‑class dish!
Maamoul with Ashta
Maamoul is delicious any time of year, not just during Eid :) Or at least that is what we tell ourselves so we can eat it all the time. This recipe is different from the traditional maamoul made with Aleppo pistachios or dates and walnuts; this version is filled with delicious ashta!
Easiest Rice Pudding
Rice pudding is an easy, light, and nutritious dessert we often serve to children from around one year old. Quick to prepare — here’s how to make the best rice pudding.
Delicious Apple Pie
Apple pie is one of the best pies—the apple flavor pairs perfectly with the pastry. This recipe also includes a little grated coconut for a distinctive touch.
Easy Namoura (Semolina Cake)
Easy namoura—a successful homemade recipe. Namoura is one of the most requested Arabic sweets and this particular method is very simple. Give it a try.
Mini Athmaliyyeh
Mini athmaliyyeh made in cupcake molds — small, very tasty portions of this easy-to-prepare Middle Eastern dessert. Here’s a detailed, successful method to try.

















