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Zalabia (Fried Dough) Recipe
Zalabia — one of the tastiest and easiest pastries to make. Serve at breakfast with labneh or as a sweet with sugar or syrup. This version is flavored with anise.
Zanoud al-Sitt (Cream-Filled Pastries)
Zanoud al-Sitt filled with pastry cream using ready-made baklava or phyllo sheets — quick to make. Prepare the easy cream and the rest is simpler. Garnish with crushed pistachios. Can be fried or baked.
Za'atar, Cheese, and Olive Rolls
Dough rolls filled with za'atar, cheese and olives, or any filling you like. This is a very tasty and practical recipe that kids will definitely love. Try it and let us know what you think in the comments.
How to Make Green Za'atar Salad
A recipe with aroma, flavor, and simplicity all in one! Try this refreshing green za'atar salad and serve it alongside meat and fish dishes for a complete, very delicious meal.
How to Make the Tastiest Za'atar Crackers
Za'atar crackers make the perfect little bite or snack, using very simple ingredients found in every home. This is a recipe you shouldn't miss—you should definitely learn it, as it's also great for serving guests.
Zalabia
Zalabia made at home, with an especially delicious touch of anise! You can serve it for breakfast with labneh, for example, or turn it into a sweet treat by dipping it in sugar or syrup.
Dough for Pastries
A single, versatile dough for many uses — from filled rolls to pizza, honeycomb pastries and more. We hope you try it!
Zahle-Style Raw Kibbeh
Zahle-style raw kibbeh with a clear, detailed recipe. The people of Zahle, Lebanon, are famous for their tasty appetizers—why not make kibbeh their way today?
Cheese-and-Butter Stuffed Bread
Cheese-and-butter stuffed bread in an easy, quick home recipe suitable for breakfast or a light dinner. Choose toppings from the suggestions above according to what you have or your preference.
Wild Zaatar Bread
Fresh wild zaatar (thyme) bread with an irresistible aroma. Let the dough rest in two stages for best results.
Mashed Potatoes with Green Za'atar
An inventive twist on mashed potatoes—mixed with green za'atar for a fresh, herby flavor. Serve with tart pomegranate seeds and vinegar-flavored chips for a delightful contrast.
Kunafa with Cream and Mozzarella Cheese
A simple, tested homemade recipe for kunafa with cream and mozzarella cheese. This kunafa with cream is perfect to brighten any table.
Cheese Cookies
Cheese cookies are an easy, quick recipe that works well as a dessert after a meal or as a light snack for children.
How to Make Homemade Pizza
Pizza — who doesn’t love it? One of the tastiest baked pastries, loved by adults and children alike. Here is a dough recipe that works 100% every time — whether you like it hot or prefer it cold! :)
Fried Eggplant with Za'atar Sauce
Fried eggplant with a distinctive za'atar sauce — a simple recipe that will win praise. Eggplant lovers, try this new sauce with fried eggplant. Enjoy!
Cheese Halva with Halabi Pistachios
Cheese halva with Halabi pistachios in an easy, home-tested recipe. This recipe lets you choose between incorporating the Halabi pistachios into the dough or sprinkling them on as you roll.
How to Make Meat or Cheese Sambousek
Meat or cheese sambousek is one of the most popular pastries on the table because it makes a great appetizer with a variety of dishes. Here is the method for the most successful dough, one that will never give you trouble when sealing it.
Cheese Halawa with Daaoukiyeh Filling
Cheese halawa is one of the tastiest Lebanese sweets. You may think it is difficult to make at home, but the opposite is true. In this recipe, we chose an unconventional filling for the halawa: ashta with daaoukiyeh.

















