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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.
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.
Pickled Green Olives
How to make pickled green olives with a tried-and-true recipe and wonderful flavor. You can soak the olives for one to three days, as you prefer, and the longer you soak them, the more of their bitterness will go away.
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!
How to Make Lebanese Mafruka
Mafruka with vegetables and bulgur is one of the tastiest Lebanese salads, famous in South Lebanon! It is eaten with lettuce or cabbage leaves, like tabbouleh, or even grape leaves. Its ingredients are like tabbouleh, with a difference in the preparation method.
Loubia Bzeit (Green Beans in Olive Oil)
Loubia bzeit is an easy vegetarian dish served cold. Many enjoy it straight from the fridge, especially with onions and sweet green pepper.
Pistachio Stew with Red Palm Oil
Pistachio and beef stew — an unusual, nourishing African-inspired recipe made with simple, easy-to-find ingredients. Serve with white rice.
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.
Baladi Za'atar Blend
A traditional baladi za'atar blend made the authentic way and very easy to prepare at home. The key is to toast and dry the ingredients well before grinding them. Za'atar is one of the most important dishes on the Levantine breakfast table, and many families prepare it annually so the house never runs out. It is mixed with olive oil before eating.
Zucchini and Eggplant Maqluba in Oil
Zucchini and eggplant maqluba — a traditional, simple dish with few ingredients, no spices or meat. A light summer recipe served cold.
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.
Local Mountain Green Beans in Oil
Badria green beans are what they’re called in Lebanon when the beans are mountain-grown and in season in summer. These beans are known for having lots of pods and a wonderful flavor.
Potato Chips
Homemade potato chips... the method could not be easier and the result is more than wonderful. Crispy potato chips that you will keep reaching for. At the very least, cleanliness and the quality of the oil are guaranteed.
Pickled Turnips
An easy pickled turnip recipe that doesn’t even require boiling water — so it’s quick, too! The result is lightly salted, tender pickled turnips with a satisfying crunch when you bite into them.
Raisins
Raisins are among the tastiest dried fruits, and are simply dried grapes. They are used in both sweet and savory recipes and are known for their high nutritional value. Make them at home easily!
Béchamel Pasta with Ground Beef
Pasta with a white béchamel sauce, made in a delicious version with ground beef. If you prefer it with chicken, you can use fried or boiled chicken breast instead.
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.
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.