Search results
“Layali Lubnan (Lebanese Nights) with Nutella”
Zesta Library
Search result recipes
Results update across recipes, ingredients, categories, and kitchen styles.
Kammouna, or Kibbeh Spice Mix
Kammouna is used in a huge number of Lebanese dishes. You can’t make fareeka, tomato kammouna, or kibbeh in any of its forms without this fragrant spice mix that fills the whole house with its wonderful aroma. Learn how to make it now.
How to Make Majadra Hamra
Majadra Hamra is a delicious, nutritious vegetarian dish—also called al-muhammara—and is the authentic southern Lebanese majadra. Try it!
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.
Qamar al-Din or Qamar Over the Clouds
Qamar al-Din Over the Clouds is a well-known Lebanese dessert, especially in Tripoli. This recipe blends a milk-based pudding with qamar al-din for a delicious, easy dessert.
Kafta Tray Bake
Kafta tray bake is a traditional dish in Lebanese and Levantine cooking, and it is a great option when you have family and children around. You can serve it with rice or simply enjoy it with the potatoes cooked alongside it.
Farakah Recipe
Farakah is one of the tastiest Lebanese appetizers and has become a hallmark of Lebanese cuisine. Here is the recipe, explained clearly and simply, and delicious beyond compare.
How to Make Baba Ganoush
Baba ganoush — one of the tastiest Lebanese dips. Delicious alongside many dishes; try it with fish. Baba ganoush is tasty and healthy.
How to Make Alat (Hindbeh)
Alat (hindbeh) is a light, healthy Lebanese meze. There are several ways to prepare it—some simply boil and dress it with lemon and olive oil, others sauté it with onions or top it with fried onions.
Baalbek-Style Fatayer
Baalbek-style fatayer is a famous pastry in Baalbek, Lebanon. The meat-filled version is loved across many Lebanese regions. Here is the authentic Baalbek-style fatayer recipe.
Kibbeh in Yogurt
A beloved Lebanese classic: Kibbeh cooked in yogurt, with options for goat or cow yogurt. The recipe details both versions.
Baqaat Dough with Black Seed
Baqaat are one of the most delicious types of pastries, famous in the Lebanese countryside! They’re delicious with labneh, and you can also spread za'atar or cheese on them before baking them in the oven, just like mana'eesh.
How to Make a Plate of Kibbeh Nayeh
The tastiest kibbeh nayeh plate, with a detailed homemade recipe! Kibbeh is one of the most delicious Lebanese appetizers and can also be served as a main dish with radishes, white onions, and olive oil, eaten with Arabic bread!
Cauliflower with Bulgur
Cauliflower with bulgur is one of the easiest vegetarian recipes from Lebanese heritage. An old-fashioned dish you may not have tried before, but it's very nutritious and delicious — worth trying!
Keshk with Minced Meat
Keshk with minced meat — a traditional Lebanese breakfast, especially comforting in winter when a hot bowl of keshk gives warmth and energy. Keshk is a preserved pantry staple popular across Lebanon.
Kibbeh Nayyeh (Raw Kibbeh) — Authentic Method
Raw kibbeh is one of the best-known Lebanese dishes. Use very fresh, high-quality meat and serve immediately after preparation.
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.
Baqlah with Spinach and Chard
Baqlah is a well-known southern Lebanese dish built on greens cooked with coarse bulgur. In this version we make it with spinach and chard, for a delicious, nourishing, and healthy meal.
How to Make Turkish Kavurma
Kavurma — who doesn’t know it? If you haven’t tried it before, you’ve really missed out! Here is the Turkish way to prepare it, which differs from the Lebanese method, but kavurma is delicious no matter which cuisine it comes from.

















