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Madradara (Rice and Lentils)
Madradara — a smart choice for a quick, nourishing meal. This rice-and-lentil dish is delicious with yogurt, salads and pickles.
Lentil and Bulgur Mujaddara
Lentil and bulgur mujaddara — an easy, delicious, nutritious vegan dish. This classic recipe is outstanding. Some cook it with rice, but this version uses bulgur and is made the traditional way. Try it — kids will love it.
Pasta with Meatballs
Pasta with meatballs is a popular, family‑favorite dish, especially loved by kids. You can make this recipe easily, and it won’t take long.
Lentil Kibbeh (Kibbeh 'Adas)
Lentil kibbeh is a simple, inexpensive dish from southern Lebanon. Its ingredients are found in every Lebanese home and at any time. It’s a healthy, nourishing meal that leaves you feeling full because it’s made with lentils and bulgur.
Pasta with Chicken and Béchamel Filling
Pasta filled with seasoned chicken, vegetables, and creamy béchamel, topped with cheese. A colorful, hearty dish the whole family will love.
Mujadara with Lentils and Rice
Mujadara, or lentil and rice mujadara, is a delicious, nutritious, and quick-to-prepare dish. Don't forget to adjust the water quantity well to achieve the desired texture and taste. Mujadara is even more delicious when garnished with onions.
Rice with Beef and Eastern Spices
Rice with beef and spices is a very delicious and practical dish, and it is also an elegant option when we have guests for lunch or dinner. Serve the rice with the beef alongside the accompanying sauce for a stronger taste and a very distinctive flavor.
Rice Halva
Rice halva is an easy, quick dessert with pantry-friendly ingredients. Here's a tested recipe from the women of Shou Tabkhin Today.
Rice Mold with Tawook
Rice with tawook is one of those easy, quick recipes. Today we are presenting it in a molded cake shape to add a lovely special touch to the table—after all, the eye eats before the mouth sometimes :)
Pasta with Vegetables
Pasta with mixed vegetables, as desired, is one of the easiest recipes in the history of food :) Here’s the method, in all its simplicity... So when will you make it for dinner?!
Rice with Chickpeas and Vegetables
For fans of vegetarian dishes, here is Rice with Chickpeas and Vegetables. Serve it with a side salad and cucumber with yogurt. Enjoy!
Rice Mujaddara with Saffron
A hint of saffron adds a bright twist to a classic dish—Rice Mujaddara. The traditional mujaddara (the red version) is made with bulgur, while this rice-based version uses rice. Today’s recipe offers a saffron-infused Mujaddara.
Rice Pudding
Rice pudding is an easy Lebanese dessert and a great recipe for kids! It uses just a few ingredients and is a wholesome treat we recommend trying.
How to Make Koshari
Koshari is one of the tastiest and most famous Egyptian dishes. Here is how to make it the traditional way, with the special tomato sauce and koshari dukkah. We hope you enjoy it and try it yourself.
Rice Mold with Minced Meat, or Ozi
A rice and minced meat mold with carrots and peas... a wonderful, budget-friendly recipe! We eat with our eyes before our mouths sometimes, so turn traditional dishes into artistic plates that whet the appetite. Just like this recipe :)
Rice with Grape-Leaf Filling in Olive Oil
Rice with grape-leaf filling is a delicious recipe many of you may not have tried yet — but it's worth it. The grape-leaf filling in oil is mixed with the rice and cooked on the stove, giving an amazing taste and aroma.
Pasta with Salmon and Cream
Pasta with salmon and cream — rich, nutritious, and quick to prepare. Includes spinach and spices that pair well with cooking cream. Can be made with shrimp instead.
Rice with Chicken, Vegetables and Pineapple
Rice with chicken and vegetables with pineapple — a very special recipe. Don't miss it. You'll love the bright pineapple flavor with the rice, and the tandoori spice ties everything together.

















