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Maajouqa with Cheese (Maajouqa)
Maajouqa is a well-known traditional treat in Tripoli, northern Lebanon. It doesn’t require many ingredients or much time to make, but its taste and aroma linger in children’s memories for years.
Peas and Rice Stew
Most stews rely on garlic and coriander, but this pea stew is nontraditional and leaves coriander to taste. It uses lamb neck and classic vegetables for a hearty dish.
Shaibiyat
A new recipe and a different way to serve shaibiyat with ashta. Shaibiyat is a classic, traditional sweet, but we can always add our own touches, especially in the final decorating stage.
Orange Cake
There’s nothing tastier than a traditional orange cake recipe! A cake that’s delicious at any time and great for guests and family. If you haven’t tried it yet, we invite you to give it a go now.
Mafroukeh
Mafroukeh is one of the classic, popular traditional desserts. There are many ways to prepare it, and every home cook has her own special touch that makes mafroukeh an irresistible dish.
Halabi Pistachio Madlouka
This traditional recipe is popular during the holy month of Ramadan, but there’s no reason not to enjoy its flavor year-round.
Mini Madlouqa - Video
Madlouqa is a delicious Eastern dessert that’s easy to make, and here we present it as small discs served as individual portions, each decorated separately. You can also use the same ingredients and method to create a larger Madlouqa in its traditional form.
Wheat Grain Dessert
Wheat grain dessert is one of the tastiest traditional wheat recipes. It is prepared this way especially in northern Syria, and it resembles saniniyeh or sanoniyeh, which is often served when a child’s first tooth appears.
Authentic Palestinian Musakhan Chicken
Authentic Palestinian musakhan chicken with a detailed, traditional recipe just as Palestinian women make it. Olive oil gives the chicken an extra touch in both browning and flavor, and don’t forget to be generous with the sumac.
Red Lentil Mujaddara Recipe
Red lentil mujaddara is one of Lebanon’s traditional recipes, especially famous in South Lebanon. It is very nourishing, since it combines lentils and bulgur, both of which offer important nutritional benefits.
Tomato Kamouna
Tomato kamouna is one of the tastiest traditional vegetarian recipes, with a special charm that surpasses the fanciest dishes. The kamouna spice blend is essential for success with this dish, and you’ll find a link to how to make it within the recipe.
English Cake
English Cake — a traditional, wonderfully tasty cake, especially with tea. Very quick and easy to make. Here's the method.
Zucchini Maqlouba with Tomato
Zucchini maqlouba with tomato is a simple, traditional, healthy and budget-friendly recipe. It's eaten with Arabic bread and doesn't require many ingredients.
Cold Athmaliya with Pakistani Vermicelli
Cold Athmaliya — an alternative to the traditional Athmaliya made with Pakistani vermicelli. A very special, light, and easy recipe that does not require an oven.
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.
How Do I Make the Tastiest and Easiest Safouf?
An easy and very delicious recipe for making safouf... Safouf is one of the most loved and well-known traditional desserts across the Arab world.
Laban Amo (Shakrya) with Rice
Shakaryah (Laban Amo) is a traditional yogurt-based dish. Try this easy shakaryah recipe; we hope you enjoy it.
Diamond Dessert (Almasiya)
Almasiya (Diamond Dessert): a traditional Arab treat that pairs milk pudding with orange milk pudding in a harmonious blend of flavors and colors.