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Kafta Tray Bake
Kafta tray bake is a traditional dish in Lebanese and Levantine cooking, and it is a great option when you have family and children around. You can serve it with rice or simply enjoy it with the potatoes cooked alongside it.
Kibbeh in a Tray
Kibbeh in a tray is one of the tastiest and easiest kibbeh recipes. It takes less time to prepare than making individual patties, and we recommend serving it with any kind of lentil soup.
How to Make Tray-Baked Kibbeh
Tray-baked kibbeh is a classic, hearty recipe from the Arab kitchen. Serve it with soup, yogurt, or a salad — it’s excellent in every situation.
Kabsa with Lamb Rib
Kabsa rice with a lamb rib — a very distinctive recipe. The rice is baked in a tray in the oven, which gives it a unique flavor. The meat topping and peas add the finishing touches.
Indian Puri (Fried Bread) with Korma Sauce
Puri — a popular Indian fried bread. Traditionally served with grilled spiced chicken, it’s also delicious with dairy, cheeses, or other dishes. This recipe includes an Indian korma sauce to serve alongside.
Beef Mansaf
Beef mansaf: one of the most delicious banquet-worthy dishes, ideal for celebrations. Here is a method to make beef mansaf with basmati rice, featuring beef chunks, ground beef, and a nut garnish. Enjoy your meal!
Potato and Egg Cake with Mozzarella
A very practical and delicious recipe for making a potato cake with eggs and mozzarella cheese. Serve it as a side dish or as a main dish alongside green salad, soup, or yogurt.
How to Make Fried Kibbeh
Fried kibbeh disks are among the most delicious dishes that adorn the Arabic table. Learn this simplified recipe and enjoy kibbeh discs with yogurt or soup.
How to Make Calzone
One of the most famous and delicious Italian recipes! Calzone, or Italian chicken pies, is perfect for anyone who loves classic Italian pizza. Here is an easy, tried-and-tested homemade version.
How to Make Grilled Eggplant with Cheese
A distinctive way to serve roasted eggplant with vegetables in the oven. You can serve grilled eggplant with meat or on its own, alongside cooked rice.
Shrimp Spring Rolls
Spring rolls are a beloved Asian dish that enjoys wide popularity in the Arab world. You can substitute shrimp with chicken if you wish.
Cauliflower Maqluba with Lamb
A delicious cauliflower maqluba recipe, detailed and flavorful, with rich, tasty lamb! Maqluba is made with short-grain rice—be sure to soak it ahead of time!
How to Cook Lamb Ribs
Homemade lamb ribs, tender and flavorful to your preference! We recommend serving with boiled rice or simply enjoy them as individual pieces :)
Eggplant and Vegetable Rolls with Ground Meat
Eggplant and vegetable rolls stuffed with ground meat — an attractive, easy-to-make dish. Baked in the oven and served with white rice or vermicelli. Enjoy!
Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff — a classic Russian dish made quickly with tender beef strips, mushrooms, cream and stock. Serve with white rice.
Spicy Shrimp Recipe
Colorful, flavorful shrimp with peppers and aromatics. Serve alongside rice or pasta, or as a tasty appetizer. Here is the step-by-step recipe.
Easy Eggplant Maqluba - Video
There are many maqluba recipes; some add potatoes and tomatoes, while others stick to the main ingredient, eggplant. We’ve prepared an easy maqluba recipe for you in this video, and we hope you enjoy it.
Shishbarak and Mujaddara
It seems many people like to serve shishbarak alongside lentil-and-rice mujaddara. Here you’ll find two recipes in one :) — both explained in detail and made the traditional way.

















