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Lebanese recipes
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Arayes
Spiced ground meat sandwiched between two halves of pita bread and grilled until crispy on the outside. A beloved Lebanese street food that's savory, aromatic, and deeply satisfyin
Baked White Fish with Tahini Sauce
Delicate white fish fillets topped with a silky tahini sauce infused with garlic and lemon. A sophisticated yet simple Lebanese seafood dish that's been trending in restaurants for
Eggplant Moussaka
Layers of tender eggplant, spiced meat sauce, and creamy béchamel baked until bubbly and golden. A comforting Lebanese-inspired casserole that's rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfyi
Fattoush Salad
Traditional Lebanese salad featuring fresh vegetables, herbs, and toasted pita bread tossed in a tangy sumac and lemon dressing.
Kafta Kebab
Aromatic ground meat mixed with fresh herbs, spices, and onions, shaped onto skewers and grilled until charred. Juicy, fragrant, and traditionally served with flatbread and tahini
Kibbeh
Traditional Lebanese croquettes made with bulgur wheat and ground meat, filled with spiced meat and pine nuts, then fried until golden and crispy.
Lebanese Cabbage Salad
A bright, crunchy Lebanese-style slaw tossed with lemon juice, olive oil, fresh mint, and a touch of sumac for a tangy finish. Ready in minutes with no cooking required.
Lebanese Lentil and Bulgur Salad
A hearty Lebanese grain salad of cooked green lentils and bulgur wheat tossed with caramelized onions, fresh herbs, and a bright lemon-cumin dressing. Inspired by mujaddara, served
Maftoul Salad
Fluffy pearl couscous tossed with fresh mint, parsley, cherry tomatoes, and a bright lemon dressing. This light and refreshing Lebanese side dish is perfect alongside grilled meats
Maklouba
An impressive upside-down rice dish layered with tender chicken, roasted eggplant, and tomatoes. When flipped onto a platter, it reveals a beautiful golden crust and aromatic, spic
Manakish
A traditional Lebanese breakfast flatbread topped with a flavorful za'atar spice blend and olive oil, baked until golden and aromatic.
Roasted Spiced Chickpeas
Crispy roasted chickpeas tossed with warm spices, garlic, and olive oil. A trendy, protein-packed snack that's crunchy, flavorful, and far healthier than chips.
Sambousek
Crispy triangular pastries filled with spiced ground meat, onions, and pine nuts. Fried until golden and served as an appetizer or snack with yogurt sauce.
Sfouf
A golden Lebanese semolina cake flavored with aromatic turmeric and sesame tahini, topped with crunchy pine nuts.
Shawarma
Tender marinated chicken or beef, thinly sliced and grilled with warm spices. Traditionally wrapped in pita bread with tahini sauce, fresh vegetables, and pickled turnips for a com
Tabbouleh
A bright Lebanese herb salad built on mountains of fresh flat-leaf parsley and mint, with fine bulgur, diced tomatoes, and a lemony olive oil dressing. Refreshing and vibrant.
Toum (Lebanese Garlic Sauce)
A fluffy, intensely garlicky Lebanese emulsion sauce made from just garlic, lemon, salt, and oil. Whipped to a creamy white spread, it is the essential companion to shawarma, grill
Warak Enab
Tender grape leaves wrapped around seasoned ground meat and rice, then rolled and simmered in lemon broth. Tender, savory, and authentically Lebanese with bright, tangy notes.
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