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The Best Molokhia with Chicken
Chicken molokhia is one of the favorite recipes among women in Lebanon, and it is considered a royal dish. This dish takes some time to prepare, but it is a crowd-pleaser, especially with extra coriander and garlic, just like this recipe.
Two Ways to Make Kibbeh Raheb
Kibbeh Raheb is a quintessential winter dish, especially when served as a soup with sour orange juice, known in Lebanon as bou sfeir or narinj. It can also be baked in a tray. Here are two ways to prepare Kibbeh Raheb, both definitely worth trying.
Stuffed Grape Leaves with Meat
Stuffed grape leaves with meat are one of the cherished dishes of Lebanese cuisine, especially when prepared the way people do in Tripoli in northern Lebanon. Do you know the secret that makes these leaves the tastiest of all? Youll discover it in this detailed recipe :)
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.
How to Make Baqaat Dough
Baqaat made the traditional homemade way, and it couldn't be tastier! This well-known bread from the villages of South Lebanon is especially delicious with labneh and a cup of tea. You have to try it!
Zahle-Style Raw Kibbeh
Zahle-style raw kibbeh with a clear, detailed recipe. The people of Zahle, Lebanon, are famous for their tasty appetizers—why not make kibbeh their way today?
Southern Tomato Kamouna
Tomato Kamouna — from the villages of southern Lebanon to your kitchen. An easy, nutritious no-cook recipe made with vegetables, herbs and bulgur; fragrant and refreshing.
Tray Kibbeh
Tray kibbeh is a well-known traditional dish in the Levant, especially Lebanon and Syria. It can be served with green salad and yogurt-cucumber salad.
Kaak al-Abbas
As we have mentioned many times, there are different recipes and names for this type of kaak, but this particular version follows the name and method used by the people of South Lebanon. It is one of the recipes that accompanies them in times of celebration and sorrow...
Tomato Kamouneh - Bulgur with Tomatoes
Tomato kamouneh is a well-known and beloved traditional vegetarian dish in some areas of Lebanon, especially in South Lebanon. The way it is prepared may vary from one woman to another, but its simplicity always makes it a flavorful dish made with the fewest and least expensive ingredients.
Stuffed Zucchini with Tahini
This is an unconventional take on stuffed zucchini, marrying Lebanon’s well-known squash with a tahini blend that gives the dish a unique and distinctive flavor.
Stuffed Eggplant Pickles
In Lebanon, preserving food has its own rituals and seasons... Stuffed eggplant is one of the most popular types of pickles prepared in summer to enjoy later. Did you think making makdous was difficult? Not anymore, and not with today's recipes from What Are You Cooking Today, prepared by home cooks just like you!
Mshateeh with Cracked Wheat (Jreesh)
Mshateeh with cracked wheat — a recipe suitable for breakfast and suhoor. Delicious with dairy and cheeses. These pastries are popular in South Lebanon.
Homemade Manakeesh Dough
Manakeesh comes in many varieties—thyme, cheese, or kishk. It is one of the tastiest and most famous breakfast dishes in Lebanon and the Levant. Try making the Sho Tabkhin Today dough and share your thoughts in the comments.
Bulgur Mafroukeh
Bulgur mafroukeh is a recipe very similar to tomato comnueh, the traditional dish from southern Lebanon. This recipe is vegetarian and healthy, and you can add chili or any type of vegetables as desired. It is best eaten with lettuce leaves rather than bread.
How to Make Lebanese Fattoush Salad
A clear homemade Lebanese fattoush salad recipe with the essential vegetables that make up fattoush. Some people also like to add grated carrot or pomegranate seeds!
Muhammara (Red Mujaddara)
Authentic muhammara — a red mujaddara popular in southern Lebanon. Delicious served with vegetables, salad, yogurt, pickles or makdous.
Tripoli-Style Lahm Bi'Ajin (Meat Flatbreads)
Tripoli in northern Lebanon is famed for its savory dishes. This recipe reveals the secret to preparing lahm bi'ajin in authentic Tripoli style.