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Fried Stuffed Intestines
Fawaregh is one of the names for this traditional dish, which is popular in many countries around the world. It is known as fawaregh in the Levant, manbar in Egypt, and batcha in Iraq and Iran. Here is a special method for preparing it, then frying it to make it even more delicious.
Easy Wheat Labniyeh (Wheat with Yogurt)
A refreshing, healthy, and simple traditional dish — just soak the hulled wheat, boil it, cool it, then serve with yogurt.
Chicken-Stuffed Pizza Rolls
An inventive twist on pizza — pizza rolls filled with chicken. Use this tested dough recipe and feel free to swap the filling for whatever you like.
Bulgur Dumplings in Yogurt
Zanakel bi-laban, also called zaqaliit bi-laban in some Lebanese regions, varies in name from one area to another, but the preparation is similar: small bulgur balls cooked in yogurt.
Shish Barak (Dumplings in Yogurt)
A Jerusalem-origin Shish Barak recipe that uses two kinds of yogurt to prevent curdling during cooking. Try this rich, flavorful Shish Barak.
Laban Amo (Yogurt Stew) or Shakeriya with Rice
Laban Amo or Shakeriya is a popular traditional dish in many regions. If you enjoy cooking with yogurt, you’ll surely love this recipe.
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.
Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Basil and Tomatoes
An easy, very delicious, and unconventional recipe for preparing chicken breasts with basil and tomatoes. The chicken can be served from the oven alongside roasted potatoes or rice, as desired.
Eggplant Maqluba with Ground Meat
Eggplant maqluba with ground meat, an easy recipe. Serve it with salad or yogurt, because the eggplant is hot and goes very well with laban.
Bulgur with Tomato
Bulgur with tomato is an easy homemade recipe. This dish is one of the tastiest vegetarian recipes, and it is also healthy. Serve bulgur with tomato with salad and yogurt.
Cabbage Rolls with Pomegranate Molasses
Cabbage rolls are delicious, just like other stuffed dishes. Every home cook has her own additions to the cabbage filling or her own way of cooking it. Who has tried it with pomegranate molasses? Here is the step-by-step method for making cabbage rolls with pomegranate molasses.
Lentil and Rice Mujaddara
Lentil and rice mujaddara, also called mudardara, is one of the tastiest kinds of mujaddara. It is usually served with salad and yogurt, or with shishbarak.
Sfeeha Dough and Filling
Sfeeha is one of the tastiest meat pastries, served with yogurt or a squeeze of lemon. Here is a reliable method for making the best meat sfeeha.
How to Make Kabsa with Roasted Chicken
Kabsa with roasted chicken in an irresistible recipe... Who doesn't love this practical, delicious dish?! It's perfect for everyday meals or special occasions, and is served with salad or yogurt.
Rice Mansaf with Meat
Rice mansaf with meat is one of the most sought-after dishes, especially when it’s made with extra-tender fillet meat alongside the boiled meat! It’s even better with a cup of yogurt and is perfect for family gatherings and feasts.
Rice Mujaddara (Madardara)
Rice mujaddara, or madardara, is one of the tastiest vegetarian dishes. It is very nourishing and especially delicious with a cup of yogurt, pickles, or salad. This recipe originally comes from South Lebanon. Some people like it a little mushy, just like this version.
Rice with Lobia
Rice with lobia in a practical recipe! You can cook the lobia ahead of time with oil and onion, then use the leftovers in this dish. A delicious vegetarian recipe served with yogurt or salad.

















