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How to Make Kabis (Pickled Cucumbers)
Kabis (pickled cucumbers) — here is an authentic recipe. This version does not use vinegar, though many recipes do. Important: store the pickles in tightly sealed, sterilized jars. This pickle is very delicious and well known.
Samosa Pastry Dough
Delicious, easy samosa pastry dough with a detailed, start-to-finish recipe. Try this authentic samosa dough — you can choose any filling you like.
Falafel Salad
Falafel Salad: An innovative and elegant way to serve falafel as a salad without bread. The recipe includes links to make falafel at home and tahini sauce. A falafel's constant companion!! :)
Baladi Za'atar Blend
A traditional baladi za'atar blend made the authentic way and very easy to prepare at home. The key is to toast and dry the ingredients well before grinding them. Za'atar is one of the most important dishes on the Levantine breakfast table, and many families prepare it annually so the house never runs out. It is mixed with olive oil before eating.
Strawberry Parfait Dessert
A simplified French-style parfait that every home cook will enjoy making. So easy, no oven needed, and the result is a delicious chilled dessert with an ice-cream-like texture.
Traditional Eggplant Mutabbal
Eggplant mutabbal — an authentic home-style recipe. There's a little trick not everyone knows to keep the grilled eggplant looking pale; you'll find it in the recipe :)
Lahma Bi Ajeen (Meat Flatbreads)
Lahma bi ajeen is a beloved Arab pastry—some like it with a squeeze of lemon, others prefer yogurt.
How to Make Turkish Ka'ak (Turkish Cookies)
An easy homemade Turkish ka'ak recipe using common pantry ingredients. Try this tasty pastry from Turkey, famous for its breads and baked treats.
How to Make Ghraybeh (Middle Eastern Shortbread)
Delicious ghraybeh made at home — light, buttery dough that melts in your mouth. Key tips: do not use butter (use ghee/samneh) and keep the cookies pale while baking for the perfect texture.
Italian Pizza with White and Red Sauce
An authentic Italian-style pizza with detailed tips for a crispy crust and a new white pizza sauce. One of the best and most reliable homemade pizza recipes.
Khubeiza with Fennel and Leeks
Khubeiza (mallow greens) is a healthy Lebanese dish with many benefits, popular with plant-based eaters. This recipe adds fennel and leeks; serve it with bread.
Madeleine Cakes
Madeleines — one of the lightest, most delicate French treats. Their tender, airy texture and subtle flavor make them a repeat favorite. They are a type of small cake.
Grape Leaves Stuffed with Lamb Rib Meat
Grape leaves are a centerpiece at the table, especially for celebrations and banquets. The best version is when they are prepared with lamb to add richness to the leaves and to season the meat with a tangy, zesty kick. Here is the authentic method for preparing grape leaves with lamb rib meat. Give it a try and enjoy!
How to Make Meat Arayes
A quick and extremely easy recipe for Meat Arayes. These stuffed bread sandwiches are practical and loved by both adults and kids; serve them with fries, yogurt, and a vegetable salad.
Potato and Pea Stew
A special Kuwaiti breakfast dish from Kuwait, traditionally served for breakfast or 'riouq'. This potato-and-pea stew is easy, delicious, and quick to prepare, and pairs well with Arabic bread.
Beef Tongue with Garlic and Lemon
Beef tongue with garlic and lemon is one of those special dishes that some women may hesitate to prepare, but this authentic recipe will surely encourage you. Why not try it? It is very delicious.
Mushroom and Feta Quiche
Mushroom and feta quiche is a savory tart recipe and one of the most famous French pastry dishes. It is an easy and delicious recipe that will beautifully dress your table and delight your family and guests. Give it a try!
Wheat with Yogurt
Wheat with yogurt, an easier-than-easy recipe! A cold summer dish that is nutritious and healthy. Serve it with French fries or potato hash with onions. Give it a try!