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Grilled Fish on Charcoal
Grilled fish on charcoal with a very tasty marinade. The most important step is cleaning the fish with lemon and salt to remove any fishy smell. The rest is very easy and quick.
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.
Mujadara with Rice or Mudardara
Mujadara with Rice, also known as Mudardara. The trick to this recipe is using the correct amount of water so the rice and lentils don't absorb too much. And of course, don't forget the fried onions on top!
How to Make Lahm Bi Ajeen
Lahm bi ajeen is one of the tastiest pastries, and there are many different seasoning variations. Try this recipe for lahm bi ajeen, and serve it with yogurt and lemon for a special and delicious breakfast.
How to Make Pickled Turnips
Pickled turnips are one of the tastiest things you can serve with a meal, especially with vegetarian dishes made with bulgur and lentils! Here is this recipe for making this special pickle!
How to Make Tray-Baked Kibbeh
Tray-baked kibbeh is a classic, hearty recipe from the Arab kitchen. Serve it with soup, yogurt, or a salad — it’s excellent in every situation.
How to Make Alat (Hindbeh)
Alat (hindbeh) is a light, healthy Lebanese meze. There are several ways to prepare it—some simply boil and dress it with lemon and olive oil, others sauté it with onions or top it with fried onions.
Potato and Egg Cake with Mozzarella
A very practical and delicious recipe for making a potato cake with eggs and mozzarella cheese. Serve it as a side dish or as a main dish alongside green salad, soup, or yogurt.
How to Make Fried Kibbeh
Fried kibbeh disks are among the most delicious dishes that adorn the Arabic table. Learn this simplified recipe and enjoy kibbeh discs with yogurt or soup.
Zucchini and Grape Leaves in Olive Oil
A delicious vegan dish for preparing zucchini and grape leaves in oil. You can adjust the acidity of the grape leaves and zucchini in oil by adjusting the lemon juice to taste.
Spinach Stew with Rice
Spinach stew with rice — a very tasty homemade recipe. This stew is nutritious; some like to blanch the spinach or pour boiling water over it before cooking. Serve with a squeeze of lemon.
How to Make the Easiest Bifteck with Potatoes
Bifteck and potatoes with a garlic‑lemon soy sauce — so delicious. Try Chef Amir Youssef’s method for the easiest, most flavorful tray of bifteck with potatoes.
Shishbarak and Mujaddara
It seems many people like to serve shishbarak alongside lentil-and-rice mujaddara. Here you’ll find two recipes in one :) — both explained in detail and made the traditional way.
How to Cook Hindbeh (Allet)?
Hindbeh, also known as allet, is one of the tastiest Lebanese cold appetizers. Serve with a squeeze of lemon; it can be made into a sandwich and is especially delicious with crispy fried onions.
How to Make Fried Endive?
Fried endive (alat) is a very tasty vegetarian dish. Everyone loves it with an extra squeeze of lemon and fried onions. Let it cool before serving!
Lahma Bi Ajeen (Meat Flatbreads)
Lahma bi ajeen is a beloved Arab pastry—some like it with a squeeze of lemon, others prefer yogurt.
Maamoul Madd with Ashta (Cream)
Maamoul Madd with ashta is one of the most delicious Arabic sweets loved by kids and adults alike. Try it and leave your comments. This recipe also includes a link to a lemon-blossom substitute for decoration.
Carrot Jam for Decorating Desserts
Carrot jam, a homemade substitute for orange blossom and lemon blossom syrup for decorating desserts. An easy, distinctive, and truly wonderful recipe! Everyone needs this recipe before the holy month!

















