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Melbessa — Eggplant Stuffed and Wrapped in Kibbeh
Melbessa — a distinctive and delicious dish: eggplant stuffed and wrapped in kibbeh dough, baked in the oven and served with rice and tomato sauce. A unique recipe to try.
Stuffed Eggplant Sheikh Mahshi
Stuffed eggplant in the Sheikh Mahshi style is a delicious, healthy dish that can be made in several ways. This tried-and-true version is sure to please both adults and kids.
Stuffed Eggplant and Zucchini with Lamb Ribs
Stuffed eggplant and zucchini with rich, flavorful lamb ribs — an authentic home-style recipe. The vegetables are cooked in tomato sauce and the lamb's cooking broth for a deeply savory taste. Try this special recipe.
Mini Kibbeh Stuffed with Ground Meat or Eggplant Mutabbal
Mini kibbeh (small kibbeh balls) stuffed with ground meat or eggplant mutabbal — closed on one side and open at the top. These appetizers grace the finest tables and are loved by everyone who tries them; they have recently become popular in restaurants and are a sought-after mezze.
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!
Stuffed Zucchini and Eggplant with Meat
Zucchini and eggplant stuffed with bone-in meat, a hearty, complete dish. Stuffed vegetables are delicious with yogurt.
Stuffed and Fried Kibbeh
A detailed, classic stuffed kibbeh recipe. Kibbeh can be served raw, grilled or fried — this version explains every step for great results.
Eggplant Stew with Minced Beef
Eggplant stew with rice — a quick, easy version of stuffed eggplant (ablama or sheikh al-mahshi). Delicious and fast to prepare.
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!
Eggplant with Peppers
Eggplant with peppers is a delicious appetizer! Eggplant is tasty in all its forms, so imagine how good it is when stuffed with garlic and peppers. If you’re craving makdous, this recipe will do the trick :)
Eggplant Maqluba with Ground Meat
Eggplant maqluba with ground meat, an easy recipe. Serve it with salad or yogurt, because the eggplant is hot and goes very well with laban.
Stuffed Cabbage Leaves
Stuffed cabbage is one of the tastiest types of stuffed vegetables. It can be cooked with or without tomato paste. This recipe includes pomegranate molasses! Mmm, delicious! How do you make it?
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 :)
Eggplant Maqluba with Meat
Eggplant maqluba with meat is one of the most delicious rice-based dishes. It can also be made with chicken, of course, and you can add any vegetables you like along with the eggplant. Today’s version is with meat — who prefers it this way?
Eggplant with Pomegranate Molasses Sauce
Eggplant with pomegranate molasses sauce... one of the tastiest appetizer dishes. We grill the eggplant after brushing it with a little oil to get the best flavor with fewer calories! Pomegranate molasses and eggplant are a perfect match!
Kibbeh Nayeh
Kibbeh nayeh is the crown jewel of Lebanese cuisine. Some people are surprised by the idea of eating raw, uncooked kibbeh, but this traditional heritage dish goes beyond any hesitation, with the constant reminder that it must be prepared carefully, following proper standards of cleanliness and quality.
Eggplant Maqluba
Eggplant maqluba is one of those dishes that requires care and patience to prepare, and then to invert onto the serving platter, but the result at the end makes us forget the effort and time. The important thing is that the family loves it, and that we serve a healthy, delicious dish from our Eastern kitchen!
Stuffed Zucchini in Tomato Sauce
Stuffed zucchini in tomato sauce is a classic Levantine dish loved by both adults and children. Kids often ask for it because it's easy to eat and full of flavor.

















