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How to Make Lebanese Meshabbak
Lebanese Meshabbak is a rich fried dessert that’s dipped in syrup after frying — light, crispy, easy to make and very inexpensive.
Homemade Shaibiyat
Shaibiyat made at home — a special recipe for one of the most delicious Arabic sweets commonly served during the holy month. But you can enjoy it anytime the craving hits.
How to Make Fattoush
A classic fattoush made with the familiar core ingredients — the defining element is the toasted or fried bread. Some like to add arugula, za'atar, or other greens.
Mujaddara with Bulgur and Lentils (Mhmara)
A distinctive bulgur-and-lentil mujaddara — topped here with a little crispy fried onion. This mujaddara is a pride of southern Lebanon.
How to Make Namoura (Semolina Tray Cake)
Namoura tray — one of the richest Arab desserts and very popular. Try this easy method to make it. Garnish with nuts as desired.
Mini Uthmaliya Dessert
Mini Uthmaliya with a lovely homemade recipe — easy and delicious. Uthmaliya is one of the most delicious Arabic desserts, and serving it as small individual portions makes it even more appealing.
How to Make Homemade Qatayef Batter
A reliably successful and very delicious homemade qatayef batter. Try it and fill the qatayef with chilled clotted cream prepared in advance. Qatayef is a light Arabic sweet :)
Layered Maamoul with Qishta (Cream)
Layered maamoul with qishṭa — a must-try Arabic dessert. Here is a clear method to make one of the tastiest sweets. Try it and tell us what you think. Enjoy!
Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff is a famous Russian dish that's become popular across the Arab world — rich, tasty, and easy to make. Try our chicken stroganoff version too!
Harraq Asba'o (Spicy Lentil and Dough Stew)
Harraq Asba'o — a delicious, rich Levantine dish combining lentils, a simple dough, tamarind, pomegranate molasses and fried onions. Try this traditional recipe.
Allet (Hindbeh) — Stewed Leaves
How to prepare allet (hindbeh). A tasty, healthy vegetarian dish. Boil the allet or endive leaves until tender, season with olive oil, lemon and salt, and top with fried onions.
Fattoush Salad
Fattoush — a mix of fresh vegetables served with a tangy dressing and toasted or fried flatbread. A delicious side dish that’s especially healthy when served with toasted bread.
Cheese Kunafa
Cheese kunafa — a beloved Arabic dessert often served for breakfast. Serve with syrup (attar) or with kunafa pastry and syrup, according to preference.
Maamoul Maad with Ashta
Maamoul Maad with ashta is one of the tastiest Arabic desserts! Here is this easy, tried-and-tested homemade recipe. Enjoy in advance!
Upside-Down Zucchini with Oil
Upside-down zucchini, or zucchini with oil, or fried zucchini... This recipe is simple, but delicious. It is especially good eaten with bread and vegetables, particularly dried or green onions and radishes. It makes a lovely appetizer, and it is an excellent vegetarian and healthy dish.
How to Make Purslane Soup (Farfihin)
Purslane soup isn’t a traditional soup, but after you try it you’ll want to make it again and again. It’s a very tasty soup, and in each Arab country it’s named after the plant—purslane—such as farfihin or baqla.
How to Make Mafroukeh with Cream
Mafroukeh with cream is a delicious, easy-to-make Arabic dessert. Garnish Mafroukeh as you like with the nuts you prefer.
Semolina Maamoul with Cream Filling
Maamoul Mad with cream filling is a beloved Arabic sweet with wide popularity. You can make Maamoul Mad with cream filling or with dates, depending on preference and the ingredients you have.