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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 Barazek the Traditional Way
Delicious Barazek with a wonderful homemade, tried-and-true recipe. Find all the secrets to successful Levantine Barazek in this recipe. Enjoy!
White and Yellow Rice with Zereshk (Barberries)
White and yellow rice with zereshk — a distinctive, new recipe. This two-colored rice is served alongside various red and white meats.
Bulgur with Tomato and Beef
Coarse bulgur cooked with tomatoes and beef — a classic, hearty dish. Nutritious and kid-friendly; can be made vegetarian by omitting the meat.
Yellow Lentil Soup
A simple homemade yellow lentil soup made with everyday ingredients. Light, nutritious and delicious—especially served with kibbeh.
Fillet Steak with Rosemary
Fillet steak with rosemary — a great recipe every home cook should know. Anyone who loves meat will enjoy a well-cooked steak; this recipe balances flavors and keeps the fillet tender.
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.
Maquda (Laban Amu)
Maquda, called Laban Amu in parts of southern Lebanon, also known as Shakriyeh with rice — a delicious yogurt-based dish with boiled meat and small onions, served with rice and vermicelli.
Shahbayyah Roast (Tied Roast)
Shahbayyah roast — a hearty American-style roast that’s become very popular. You can cook it in a regular pot, but a pressure cooker makes the meat tender in less time. Serve with vegetables and the gravy; full method below.
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.
Vegetarian Pea and Carrot Stew (No Meat)
A light, flavorful vegetarian stew of peas and carrots, brightened with cilantro, garlic and tomato. Easy, healthy and perfect served with white rice or rice with vermicelli.
How to Make Green Bean Stew
Green bean stew is delicious, healthy, and flavorful, especially since green beans are in season and readily available now. This green bean stew is cooked with meat and served with vermicelli rice.
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.
Frozen Okra Stew
Okra is a very delicious and very nutritious vegetable. There are different ways to prepare okra, whether with oil or with meat. This recipe is for okra stew with pieces of meat, served alongside rice.
Grilled Lamb Chops or Cutlets
An easy, quick, and tested recipe for grilled lamb chops or cutlets. It is important not to over-season the meat or grill it for too long, so it keeps its original flavor and does not turn dry and tough.
Beef Kebabs with Cherry Sauce
Cherry meat kebabs are one of the tastiest and most famous dishes of Aleppan cuisine. Anyone who loves the combination of sweet and savory flavors, or meat with fruit, will fall in love with this wonderful dish—just as we did!
Stuffed Cabbage
Stuffed cabbage is one of the most delicious stuffed dishes. Its preparation is similar to stuffed grape leaves with meat, with a few small differences. It’s even better if you add pieces of meat.
How to Make Mishbak (Arab Sweet)
Mishbak is a popular, rich Arab dessert that's fried and then soaked in syrup. Here is a clear, delicious recipe for making it at home.