2019-06-15 01:37
The fried balls have a crispy brown exterior with a dense sugar syrup interior. A vegan, dairy free and egg free recipe and a crowd pleaser both in taste and quantity – though a bit of… Read More
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2019-06-15 01:28
IngredientsFor the dough:4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sunflower oil1 tablespoon sugar3/4 cup lukewarm water1/2 teaspoon saltTo proof the yeast:1 tablespoon active dry yeast6 tablespoons luk… Read More
2019-05-30 23:18
Lebanese meat rolls or Lebanese meat cigars, as some call them, are one of the favorite mezze spots! As you all know, there are endless options of Lebanese mezze. These delightful rolls are… Read More
2019-05-30 23:09
Ghraybe/ Lebanese-Syrian cookies…… A shortbread that has a smooth texture and shaped into wreath-like shape. When you bite into them, you first hear a crunch, then literally th… Read More
2019-05-30 23:00
A great nostalgic sweet that satisfies a sweet tooth! When I was a child, I remember my aunt (my mom’s sister) would visit us with a package of these sticky bars in her hands. I could… Read More
2019-05-30 22:54
I eat ice cream in all seasons, and maybe I crave it more in the winter, no no I crave it too in summer! That looks peculiar, right? I remember a friend of mine who told me once that the sta… Read More
2019-05-30 22:46
Osmalleyia, or kunafa/kunafa has it is known in other countries, is made of ashta (clotted cream) sandwiched between two round layers of flaky toasted or fried shredded phylo dough pas… Read More
2019-05-30 22:38
I am always open to different cuisines, but when it comes to Lebanese recipes, I post only traditional authentic ones. Maybe I feel that urge to save precious recipes that have been passed d… Read More
2019-05-30 22:24
I guess there is not much a Middle Eastern dessert that is appealing as a freshly ooey gooey knafeh/kunafa piping hot from the oven. Here is a different version of knafeh/ Kunafa from that I… Read More
2019-05-30 21:50
What is maamoul? A semolina shortbread Lebanese/ Middle Eastern cookie bound with clarified butter, orange blossom water and rose water and accented with mahlab (an aromatic white spice used… Read More
2019-05-29 23:11
A specialty of southern Lebanon, frugal, healthy, delicious, vegan and ingredients are most probably found in your house hold. Yes, the dish is cheap to make as lentils, onions a… Read More
2019-05-29 23:08
This Middle Eastern Salad is part of our daily fare. It is delicious and healthy and goes with any dish on earth, a “passe-partout“ salad that makes a great addition to bar… Read More
2019-05-27 21:40
Ingredients:5 eggs, lightly beaten½ bunch parsley, finely chopped1 big onion, finely choppedA dash of freshly grated black pepper1 teaspoon saltA dash of cinnamon powder1/3 cup all-pu… Read More
2019-05-27 21:28
Ingredients:1 pumpkin (weighing an average of 2.5 kg/5 lb. 8 oz.), it makes about2 1/2Cups of pumpkin puree3 cups fine bulgur1 large onion, finely chopped1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional… Read More
2019-05-20 23:27
Crispy, delicious, and easy to put together.Ingredients:5 eggs1 cup parsley, finely chopped1 large onion, finely chopped¼ teaspoon freshly grated black pepper1 teaspoon saltA dash of… Read More
2019-05-20 23:17
Ingredients:1 cup fine bulgur1 large red onion, dicedA bunch of parsley, stems removedA handful of fresh mint leaves½ cup of green onions2 tablespoons tomato paste¼ cup olive o… Read More
2019-05-20 23:11
Ingredients: 1 chicken weighing about 1300 kg/ 2 lb. 14 oz2 medium-sized onions, finely chopped11/4 cups vermicelli, about 125 g./ 4 oz2 cups coarse bulgur½ cup canola oil1 table… Read More
2019-05-14 23:55
Fattoush is a classic Mediterranean/Middle Eastern salad, with a distinct characteristic lent by herbs that are used not just as garnish or dressing, but the main ingredients making up the s… Read More
2019-05-14 23:31
The Arabic Sweet Kunafa Recipe (Knafeh) is the royal and most celebrated dessert in middle east. It is prepared by filling cheese, cream, fruits or chocolate and soaked in sugar syrup. It is… Read More
2019-05-14 23:20
Lebanese Style Riz B Haleeb is thick and delicious and made by adding orange blossom water to sweetened rice cooked in milk.Ingredients1/2 cup Rice , soaked for 1-2 hours4 cups Milk , and mo… Read More
2019-05-14 23:15
Lebanese Style Batata Matri Kizbra Recipe is a very simple Lebanese dish made by stir frying potatoes in garlic and coriander. Batata is an Arabic word for Potatoes. The potatoes are cut int… Read More
2019-05-14 00:13
Lebanese Mihshi Malfuf involves rolling cabbage leaves with a stuffing of rice, spices and then stacking them in a cooking pot in layers with garlic in between.Malfuf is basically lebanese s… Read More
2019-05-14 00:07
Lebanese Style Mujaddara Recipe is an Arabic version of Khichdi which is a medley of lentil and rice preparation topped up with sautéed onions. It is a very famous dish in the Arab wo… Read More
2019-05-14 00:02
The Lebanese Fattoush Salad is a classic Mediterranean bread and mixed vegetable salad. This salad has toasted pita bread wedges along with mixed greens and crispy vegetables. Greens, herbs… Read More
2019-05-13 23:53
Prep in 30 M | Cooks in 30 M | Total in 60 M | Makes: 4 ServingsIngredientsIngredients for Sugar Syrup1 cup Sugar1 tablespoons Orange Zest (Rind)1 tablespoon Rose water1 tablespoon Lemon jui… Read More
2019-05-09 22:34
SERVINGS: 12 KOOSA | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODKoosa (or kousa, cousa, coosa) is a light green, smaller-sized Lebanese summer squash, also known as tatume here in Michigan at our Meijer… Read More
2019-05-09 22:28
SERVINGS: 24 COOKIES | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODThe Lebanese butter cookie is one of the least elaborate, yet most delicious, cookies in my holiday parade. These cookies can be shaped in diam… Read More
2019-05-09 22:21
SERVINGS: 30 1.5-INCH DIAMONDS | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODClassic Lebanese shortbread cookies that melt-in-your-mouth are all dressed up for spring, dipped in white chocolate that is colored… Read More
2019-05-06 23:16
PREP TIME: 15 MINUTESTOTAL TIME: 2 HOURSRECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODTomato kibbeh is a super flavorful blend of bulgur wheat, sweet onion, herbs, and of course, ripe tomatoes. Drizzle with excel… Read More
2019-05-06 23:10
SERVINGS: 20 BARS, DEPENDING ON HOW LARGE OR SMALL YOU CUT THEMRECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODThe tahini combines great with peanut butter here, but you can do all tahini, substitute the almonds fo… Read More
2019-05-06 23:03
Recipe by Maureen AboodFluffy toum sauce is delicious with any type of barbecued meat, particularly chicken, beef, or lamb, and grilled vegetables. Try it spread on thick slices of crusty br… Read More
2019-05-06 22:57
Recipe by Maureen AboodMy quinoa tabbouleh was inspired by my plate at the Broad but still stays true to the classic herb-laden salad we know and love. To get after the zingy lemon flavor of… Read More
2019-05-06 22:47
SERVINGS: 10 RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODConsider this salad a great idea you can play with. In the summer, cut fresh sweet corn straight from the cob, no cooking required. I like to use R… Read More
2019-04-02 22:11
This is a good, plain, white cheese that can be easily made without any special equipment in one leisurely afternoon. It is close to the Mexican queso fresco. Its taste improves the day afte… Read More
2019-04-01 22:53
I've probably watched the Egypt episode of Anthony Boudain's No Reservations at least four times at this point, but this is the first time that watched him eat koshary and decided I had to h… Read More
2019-04-01 22:25
This version of maqluba is a showstopper: a tall, golden savory cake filled to bursting with tender vegetables and crowned with yielding rounds of tomatoes.Adapted from Jerusalem, by Yotam O… Read More
2019-04-01 22:18
Kofte kebabs have seasoning built right into them, packing more flavor in less time. It's the kind of thing that comes off looking and sounding very impressive, but is really no more difficu… Read More
2019-04-01 19:39
Hummus masabacha is a popular variant of the Middle Eastern chickpea spread in which most or all of the chickpeas are left whole and tossed with the tahini sauce, instead of being puré&hell…Read More
2019-03-30 21:59
In previous posts I used the Swiss Chard to make the soup with lentils, and Mutabbal made out of Swiss chard stalk. But today I prepared the traditional stuffed Swiss chard, which is an alte… Read More
2019-03-30 21:45
Ingredients:2 cups green lentils2 liters of water3 garlic cloves3 medium sized potatoes, peeled and diced1 kg Silik (Swiss chard)1 tablespoon dried mint1 tablespoon sunflower oilJuice of 2 l… Read More
2019-03-30 21:32
Sambousek is a kind of small pie served in our Lebanese Mezze, as well as Baba Gannouj , Hommos, Stuffed Vine Leaves..etc. The ones I prepared today are filled with minced meat. But they can… Read More
2019-03-29 20:15
Vine leaves are abundant in Lebanon. The vine leaves can be stuffed either with minced meat and rice or with rice and vegetable, it can also be eaten raw with our Tabbouleh, instead of lettu… Read More
2019-03-29 20:07
Mshabak is a Lebanese sweet mainly found during the Holy month of Ramadan or during All Saint’s day or the Virgin Mary’ day.Until today I am still unable to master th… Read More
2019-03-29 19:52
Potatoes…What can I say. It is healthy, filling, full of energy, and definitely one of my favorites foods. It has many kinds of recipes and ways to cook and enjoy. Boiled, fried, gril… Read More
2019-03-28 00:52
Many cuisines have a bread salad made from peak produce and stale or toasted bread, all tossed together for a meal made of what’s in season and what’s around. Fattoush is no diff… Read More
2019-03-27 23:48
Tabbouleh is a Middle Eastern vegetarian salad made with chopped parsley, tomatoes, mint, bulgur wheat, and lemon juice.There are lots of tabbouleh recipes in the world, but many give instru… Read More
2019-03-27 23:12
A few simple tricks make this the richest, smokiest, creamiest baba ganoush in town.Baba ganoush, a Middle Eastern eggplant- and tahini-based dip, takes on a concentrated smoky flavor when t… Read More
2019-03-27 23:01
A bold, creamy garlic sauce and dip, Lebanese toum is easy to make at home with the help of a food processor and a little good technique.Toum is both a sauce, a condiment, and a dip, loaded… Read More
2019-03-27 22:50
Manhattan is home to many smells, but perhaps the most delicious is the chicken-y, savory scent that emanates from from the city's countless halal carts. Serving lunch to late-night, these c… Read More
2019-03-27 02:11
By JOSHUA BOUSEL, Serious EatsEach week Joshua Bousel of The Meatwave drops by with a recipe for you to grill over the weekend. Fire it up, Joshua!My enthusiasm for lamb is not mutual in my… Read More
2019-03-27 02:05
You need more grilled bread in your life. Trust me on this one. This grilled flatbread with za'atar is a great place to start—the dough is an extremely versatile one, made with yogurt… Read More
2019-03-27 01:58
Ful mudammas, stewed fava beans, is a staple dish all over the Levant. Some versions are mild-mannered and comforting. This one, loaded with olive oil, lemon, garlic, cumin, and a kick of ch… Read More
2019-03-27 01:51
Labne is a Lebanese cow's milk cream cheese made from yogurt. It's less tart than American cream cheeses but it's ridiculously unctuous. While delicious with sumac all on its own, I wanted t… Read More
2019-03-27 01:42
Recipe by SOHLA EL-WAYLLYCrunchy shredded phyllo encases stretchy, gooey cheese in this traditional Middle Eastern dessert that's all about contrast. After baking up golden and crisp, the pa… Read More
2019-03-25 18:43
The most famous Lebanese breakfast is the Man’oushe and is considered the Lebanese version of pizza. It is made out of dough, traditionally topped with Zaatar mixed with olive oil or w… Read More
2019-03-25 18:31
Kibbe is a traditional Lebanese food made out of ground meat mixed with bulgur and spices. Today were going to make them in a ball shape stuffed with minced meat cooked with onion. Thes… Read More
2019-03-24 22:51
Recipe by ninabaydoun, Tabkhet el yomI couldn’t come up with a different name for this recipe. Today, I had in mind to make rice with meat in our traditional family way. But I made a t… Read More
2019-03-24 22:38
We Lebanese like to have a side dish with the stew, usually rice, pasta, potatoes or bulgur. Bulgur is a main ingredient in our cuisine. It could be fine in kibbe and tabboule, or coarse whe… Read More
2019-03-24 22:21
Arabs love this dish! If you have an Arab friend, make this dish when you invite them over; it will guarantee to make them smile 🙂 Every Arab country has their own variation of it an… Read More
2019-03-22 23:02
For a long time, Mjaddara has been considered food for poor people because the ingredients are very cheap and easy to get. Lentils, onion, rice and some spices. However, nowadays due t… Read More
2019-03-22 22:56
This is a very simple meal in that its made with two main ingredients: rice and lentils, the same ingredients used to make mjaddara. Like most old Lebanese dishes, it originated from the vil… Read More
2019-03-22 22:45
When I cook steak, I love to make it in a new way, I think it does inspire me to try always different ways. Today, while checking the vegetables in my fridge, I found the green pepper, red p… Read More
2019-03-22 22:39
Recipe by ninabaydoun, Tabkhet el yomIngredients:500 grams boiled chicken, skin and bones removed3 carrots, sliced1 onion, cut into wings2 cloves of garlic, crushed1 cup of green… Read More
2019-03-22 22:33
It is not a secret if I say that many of our Lebanese dishes originated from France. After more then seventy years of French Occupation, it is very expected that we have learnt much of their… Read More
2019-03-22 22:22
After living in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates for more then twenty years, I learned a lot about their culture and some of their cuisine. Their food is somehow similar to our Lebanese… Read More
2019-03-22 21:56
Makes about 20 biscuitsPreparation time:25 minutescooking time: 12 minutesIngredients40 g light brown sugar45 g icing sugar150 g unsalted butter200 g 00 flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 egg1… Read More
2019-03-14 20:22
Freekeh is green wheat, roasted, smoked and dried. It is a very nutritious grain which contains a large amount of protein, vitamins and minerals. The use of this green wheat goes for back mo… Read More
2019-03-14 17:58
“Shish” means skewer in Turkish and it has been incorporated in the Lebanese language. “Tawook” means chicken and other types of poultry in Turkish, and it has also b… Read More
2019-03-14 17:48
Ingredients:1 kilo potato1 or 2 eggs slightly beaten1 cup of bread crumbs1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups frying oilPreparation:1. Boil the potato, peel them and mash them2. Place th… Read More
2019-03-14 16:28
Ingredients:1 kilo zucchini, small size200 minced meat1 medium onion, finely chopped1 handful pine seeds1 kilo yogurt2 tablespoons corn flour10 cloves garlic, crushed1 tablespoon dried mints… Read More
2019-03-06 16:45
The salad takes really well to the throw-it-all-in approach, and to variations on the theme: don’t like mint? Use cilantro or basil or parsley. No feta on hand? Goat cheese or fresh mo… Read More
2019-03-06 16:34
SERVINGS: 36 1 TO 2 INCH MARSHMALLOWS | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODIf you really want to gild the lily with these, eat them drizzled with Soom chocolate tahini.INGREDIENTS2-3 tablespoons neutra… Read More
2019-03-05 00:44
This is a very smooth dish, easy to digest and generally liked by all. Boiled potatoes, mashed and baked in the oven with cooked minced meat. We enjoy it best when eating with a good s… Read More
2019-03-05 00:29
Today I felt nostalgic for the good old days, when I was young and my grandmother used to make delicious food for me and my siblings. Maybe because it is Mother Day in many countries (we cel… Read More
2019-02-18 13:56
This is a perfect warm weather picnic salad, so good with grilled meats and also on its own as a healthy lunch. Your line-up of vegetables can include anything you like. A mix of colors and… Read More
2019-02-17 18:45
At such a brilliant time of the year, I have craving for a specialty dish of my mother and it’s called “Musakhan”, though easy dish and an absolute delight but to be fair t… Read More
2019-02-14 21:13
You could be saving a ton of money.Keep in mind: Price and stock could change after publish date and we may make money off these links.What’s not to love about seafood?For most foodies… Read More
2019-02-14 20:57
From serrated paring knives to tabletop mixers, find out which baking tools the pros rely on.Must-Have ToolsFor a novice baker, browsing the aisles at a local cookware store can be a dauntin… Read More
2019-02-14 20:33
See how Jacques Torres makes truffles, the perfect Valentine's Day treat.Level: EasyTotal: 3 hr 30 minPrep: 25 minInactive: 3 hrCook: 5 minYield: 180 trufflesIngredientsFor the Ganache:21 ou… Read More
2019-02-14 19:25
YIELD: 12 SERVINGS PREP TIME: 30 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 40 MINUTES | TOTAL TIME: 2 HOURS 40 MINUTESThis impressive Valentine's Day Cake with chocolate cake and strawberry butt… Read More
2019-02-13 23:51
PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES | SERVINGS: 8 | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODPita chips replace the traditional Italian-style croutons in this tomato salad. They soak up the precious juice we wouldn’… Read More
2019-02-13 23:44
SERVINGS: 4 | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODI use avocadoes so frequently that I buy them rock hard and keep them in the refrigerator for a slow ripening process to avoid over-ripening, and… Read More
2019-02-13 23:38
My husband loves his meat and I love my veggies, so we're both happy with this spiced twist on the beefy pot roast. With chickpeas, eggplant, honey and mint, it's like something you'd eat at… Read More
2019-02-13 22:22
I had to bake something from my heritage for school. I made these little drops of heaven called kourabiedes. —Rebecca Sprague, St. Louis, MissouriPrep: 45 min. Bake: 15 min./batch + co… Read More
2019-02-13 22:03
You can also transform this tasty bowl into an Italian version with mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, spinach and basil. —Renata Smith, Brookline, MassachusettsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.Makes… Read More
2019-02-13 21:57
Lively flavors of the Greek Isles come through in this mouthwatering chicken entree. I created this dish so my husband and I could have a nice dinner after a busy day out and about. —M… Read More
2019-02-13 21:50
This pretty crowd-pleaser always stands out on the buffet table. With plenty of shrimp, artichoke hearts, olives, peppers and a host of herbs, it's a tasty change of pace from pasta salads.I… Read More
2019-02-02 00:14
SERVINGS: 12 ROLLS | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODYes, these can be made a day in advance and refrigerated, before the second rise in the baking pan. Just give yourself a couple of hours before s… Read More
2019-02-01 23:58
PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES | SERVINGS: 8 | RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODThese are simple refrigerator pickles that gain zest, character and crunch over time. Aunt Hilda loved hers spicy with plenty of… Read More
2019-02-01 23:49
To make stuffed squash, or coosa mehshee (MEH-she), the squash has to be hollowed out. A special tool is used for this, and it’s typically called a zucchini corer. These long metal cor… Read More
2019-02-01 23:33
Almond graybeh is a classic Lebanese butter cookie that is delicate, light, and pure white. Almond graybeh is baked especially for Easter and Christmas. The recipe makes so many cookies (4 d… Read More
2019-02-01 23:23
RECIPE BY: MAUREEN ABOODThese Lebanese almond baklawa fingers are delicate, crisp, and fun to make. They’re flavored with aromatic orange blossom syrup.The quantities here of syrup, nu… Read More
2019-01-29 15:51
YUMMY FOOD RECIPESYou don’t need to attend the culinary school to serve food like a chef. We have a collection of hacks on how to make a perfect dinner and decorate desserts. Your gues… Read More
2019-01-29 15:40
FOOD LIFE HACKS AND IDEASCooking is such fun! If you don't believe me, you have to watch this amazing cooking life hacks video for kids! Today, we'll show you a lot of new cooking ideas and… Read More
2019-01-24 17:13
Use the grill outfitted with a baking stone to get higher temps than most ovens, and in turn a crisp-bottomed but chewy crust. An overturned heavy-duty sheet pan, preheated in the grill or o… Read More
2019-01-20 17:00
Stuffed cabbage rolls make a delicious dish for the colder months! In the Middle East they are often eaten garnished with pomegranate molasses, with some roast meat on the side. Some people… Read More
2019-01-20 16:48
Courgettes (known as zucchini to Italians and Americans) are beautifully tender vegetables with a fresh, delicate flavour. Courgettes are usually marrows harvested at a young age, although t… Read More
2019-01-20 16:39
Courgettes (also known as zucchini, baby marrow, or baby squash) are beautifully tender vegetables with a fresh, delicate flavour. For this recipe you will want to use the small, slightly bu… Read More
2019-01-20 16:19
Kibbeh Labanieh is like most other Kibbeh dishes, this is a recipe involving a delicate mixture of Habra (lean meat paste) and bulgur wheat. The Kibbeh torpedoes or balls are boiled in yoghu… Read More
2019-01-19 15:39
Kibbeh Bil Saniyyeh means ‘kibbeh in a tray’ and is one of the easiest kibbeh dishes to make, yet full of kibbeh's delicious nutty flavour. In the Middle East, it is served as a… Read More
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