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Rice with Fava Beans - Video
Rice and grains
30 minEasy

Rice with Fava Beans - Video

Rice with fava beans is a quick, convenient dish for working women and good for kids after a long day at school. We hope you enjoy our easy method.

Rice with Meat
Rice and grains
30 minEasy

Rice with Meat

Rice with meat is a versatile dish that works for a casual day or as a main course for gatherings and formal banquets. The secret is cooking the rice correctly to achieve great flavor and an attractive presentation.

Rice with Vegetables, Saffron, and Chicken
Rice and grains
40 minMedium

Rice with Vegetables, Saffron, and Chicken

Rice with vegetables and saffron, topped with chicken breasts in a homemade recipe that is simply irresistible! Chicken breasts cook quickly, which makes this dish very practical as well as hearty.

Rice with Grape-Leaf Filling in Olive Oil
Rice and grains
50 minEasy

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.

Rice with Minced Meat and Chicken
Rice and grains
55 minEasy

Rice with Minced Meat and Chicken

Rice with minced meat and chicken is a classic Arabic dish loved by the whole family. Suitable for an everyday family meal or for entertaining guests. Delicious served with yogurt, vermicelli soup, or a salad.

Yellow Mujaddara (Split Lentil and Rice)
Rice and grains
55 minEasy

Yellow Mujaddara (Split Lentil and Rice)

Yellow mujaddara — simple and quick. Split yellow lentils with rice and caramelized onions make a delicious, comforting dish. Serve with lettuce, tomato and cucumber salad.

Rice with Chicken, Vegetables and Pineapple
Rice and grains
60 minMedium

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.

Mujadara (Lentils and Rice)
Rice and grains
65 minMedium

Mujadara (Lentils and Rice)

Mujadara differs from red mujaddara by using large lentils and, in this version, rice replaces bulgur. Feel free to increase fried onions to taste.

Rice with Vegetables and Chicken
Rice and grains
75 minMedium

Rice with Vegetables and Chicken

Rice with vegetables and browned chicken pieces — a practical family-friendly recipe for all ages. Garnished with nuts and served with salads and yogurt.

Lentil and Bulgur Mujaddara
Rice and grains
75 minEasy

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.

Rice Pudding with Vanilla and Sahlab
Rice and grains
85 minMedium

Rice Pudding with Vanilla and Sahlab

Rice pudding flavored with vanilla and sahlab — a distinctive dessert blending complementary flavors. A comforting recipe suitable for children and the whole family.

Rice Tabbouleh with Chicken
Rice and grains
95 minMedium

Rice Tabbouleh with Chicken

Rice with chicken and minced meat, or “tatbiqa,” is one of the recipes the whole family tends to agree on! You can also substitute the meat with chicken.

Lebanese Red Mujaddara
Mains
100 minHard

Lebanese Red Mujaddara

Red Mujaddara is one of the most defining Lebanese dishes from southern Lebanon, famous and popular. This recipe is vegetarian and is served with salad, fresh vegetables, and yogurt.

Rice with Beef and Eastern Spices
Rice and grains
120 minHard

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.

Southern Tomato Kamouna
Rice and grains
30 minEasy

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.

Rice with Chickpeas and Vegetables
Rice and grains
30 minEasy

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 Mold with Minced Meat, or Ozi
Rice and grains
45 minMedium

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 Shrimp (Qarides)
Rice and grains
45 minEasy

Rice with Shrimp (Qarides)

A wonderful homemade shrimp rice recipe... The rose water flavor will make a big difference to both the taste and the delicious aroma! Try it and let us know what you think!