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Brownie Cake
An easy, chocolatey brownie-style cake that comes together quickly and pleases chocolate lovers. It’s pantry-friendly and great for a quick dessert.
Easy Chicken Shawarma Tray Bake
Easy Chicken Shawarma Tray Bake made with a tested home-style method that saves the long time usually needed to prepare authentic shawarma. Try this inventive way to make the tastiest chicken shawarma.
Chickpea Falafel Patties
Chickpea falafel patties — a beloved traditional recipe. Made with chickpeas only (no fava beans), they fry without absorbing excess oil and are great in sandwiches.
How to Make the Best Homemade Falafel?
Homemade falafel like no other. It's essential to soak the fava beans and chickpeas for two days, then grind them well with the other ingredients. Serve with taratur and vegetables, or serve as a salad.
Coffee Bean Cookies
Coffee-flavored cookies shaped like coffee beans. Made with instant coffee (Nescafé), they pair perfectly with a cup of coffee.
Kousa Sheikh (Stuffed Zucchini in Yogurt)
Kousa Sheikh stuffed zucchini cooked in a creamy yogurt sauce. Zucchini are stuffed with minced meat (no rice); served with rice and vermicelli. A delicious yogurt-based dish any time.
Lettuce and Heart-of-Palm (Palmito) Salad
A light, fresh lettuce and heart-of-palm salad — very tasty with steak and with many rice dishes, especially shrimp rice.
Chicken with Vegetables Baked in the Oven
Chicken with vegetables... a mixed baking dish of fresh vegetables alongside pieces of chicken — nothing better. You can serve it with rice on the side. Here is how to prepare this rich meal!
Chicken Oatmeal Soup
A nourishing oatmeal soup with chicken; perfect as a lunch starter or as a complete dinner. Enjoy this easy home-style recipe.
No-Condensed-Milk Raffaello Balls
A quick, practical Raffaello balls recipe without sweetened condensed milk. With just a few ingredients and minimal time, you can make a delicious Raffaello-style dessert.
Sayadiyah (Fish with Rice)
Sayadiyah (fish with rice) is a complete dish in look, flavor, and nutrition. A hearty way to enjoy fish with rice.
Pea and Carrot Stew
A delicious homemade pea and carrot stew! You can also add diced potatoes. Serve it with fluffy rice and vermicelli!
Tatbeeqah (Chicken Mansaf)
Tatbeeqah rice with chicken is a classic, comforting traditional recipe a home cook turns to when unsure what to make—or to impress guests. Finished with toasted nuts.
Easy Ablama Zucchini in Tomato Sauce
Easy Ablama zucchini is within reach — you won't need to hollow the zucchini, which cuts the prep time in half. Serve this delicious, light dish with rice.
Avocado and Qishta (Cream) Dessert
Avocado and qishta — a perfectly harmonious pair. We often serve avocado juice with cottage-style qishta, but in this recipe the cream is cooked and just as delicious. Don’t forget fresh seasonal fruit!
Beef (Veal) Stroganoff with Potato Gratin
Beef stroganoff made the classic way. This Russian-origin dish has become one of the most popular recipes across the Arab world. Serve it with the potato gratin detailed in the recipe or with rice.
English Fruit Cake with Dried Fruit
English fruit cake with dried fruit — perfect with a cup of tea. Great for kids’ school snacks. A very popular loaf-style cake. Try it!
English Almond Cookies
Almond cookies (almond biscuits) — very tasty. A classic English-style sweet, great for entertaining and delicious with coffee or tea. Try it.