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Rice Tatbīqa with Grilled Chicken
A practical rice tatbīqa: the rice is cooked with minced meat, but to save time, chicken breast slices are grilled and served alongside the rice — a distinctive addition to the dish!
Freekeh with Chicken
Freekeh with chicken is a delicious dish prepared like bulgur or rice but it needs more water and longer cooking time. Freekeh is nutritious and tasty with chicken or lamb.
Okra in Oil (Bamya bil Zeit)
Okra in oil is an inexpensive vegetarian dish. It’s served cold and can be made with fresh or frozen okra.
Vegetable Curry Rice
Vegetable curry rice is a hearty dish that can be served on its own with a salad or alongside kebabs or grilled chicken. Enjoy!
Palestinian Muhammar (Spicy Roasted Chicken and Potatoes)
Muhammar is a very popular Palestinian dish: chicken and potatoes in a distinctive spicy sauce. The tray is roasted in the oven until the chicken is well browned.
How to Make Rice with Fava Beans
An easy, nutritious, practical recipe for rice with fava beans. Take advantage of fresh fava bean season to make this dish and to freeze extra beans.
Eggplant Fatteh
Eggplant Fatteh is a practical, distinctive dish — especially for summer, since the yogurt cools the eggplant. The standout of this recipe is that the eggplant is roasted. Give it a try!
Healthy Kofta with Tahini
Healthy kofta with tahini — a great idea to serve this delicious, popular dish in a healthier, low-oil, low-fat way. The flavor of tahini with kofta is wonderful.
Rice with Minced Meat and Chicken
Rice with minced meat and chicken is a classic Arabic dish loved by the whole family. Suitable for an everyday family meal or for entertaining guests. Delicious served with yogurt, vermicelli soup, or a salad.
Beef Stroganoff
An easy, quick homemade beef stroganoff. Choose tender beef suitable for the dish — the rest is much simpler :)
Herb Chicken Breasts with Saffron Sauce
Herb chicken breasts with saffron sauce — an elegant, versatile recipe. Anyone who loves the distinctive flavor of saffron will surely enjoy this dish!
Monk's Eggplant
Monk's Eggplant is a light, healthy vegetarian dish that makes a great appetizer or salad. Try it alongside fish dishes or as part of a shared spread.
Potato Stew with Chicken
Potato stew with chicken — a tasty, easy and hearty dish. This stew is also delicious when made with veal or lamb. Serve with rice.
Dawood Basha
Dawood Basha — a practical, quick and very tasty meatball dish that doesn’t require many ingredients. Serve with rice.
How to Make Tandoori Chicken
Tandoori chicken became popular in Arab kitchens for its bold flavor and distinctive spices. Try this detailed recipe from spice mix to baking and the accompanying sauces.
Pasta with Minced Meat and Cheese
Pasta with ground beef topped with shredded mozzarella — a very easy and delicious pasta-and-meat dish. This recipe is quick to prepare and loved by kids and adults alike.
Red Mujaddara (Red Lentils & Bulgur)
Red Mujaddara — a traditional Southern Lebanese dish made with small red lentils and coarse bulgur. Fry the onions until brown to achieve the characteristic color and flavor.
Sfoof (Turmeric Semolina Cake)
Sfoof made at home — a tried-and-true, guaranteed recipe. This version benefits from letting the batter rest before baking for a better result. Enjoy!

















