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Sour, creamy and buttery, you will love this easy appetizer of labneh with olive oil and sprinkled with za’atar. Za’atar is one of those ingredients that I always have on hand. I grew up eati...

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Shish Tawook chicken, a traditional Lebanese dish, becomes juicy and tender from a simple marinade of fresh lemon juice and garlic. If I could eat one food every single day for the rest of my li...

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Very popular in several Mediterranean countries and a family favorite, these Lebanese meat stuffed grape leaves are filled with beef, rice, and lemon juice. Known as both warak arish or warak ena...

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These flavor-packed Za’atar Crusted Cauliflower Steaks are easy to make and are the ultimate vegetarian entree or side dish recipe! If you buy your cauliflower at the right time, you’ll find ...

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Colorful Lebanese rice salad is perfect for summer barbecues and quick lunches full of crunchy vegetables, hearty grains, and zesty homemade dressing. I really enjoy taking traditional flavors an...

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The most flavorful beef shawarma you’ll ever have! Yogurt, lemon, and warm spices tenderize the meat to create a delicious and succulent Middle Eastern dish.  In my Middle Eastern family, we a...

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Chewy farro is tossed together with fresh dill, kalamata olives and feta cheese to create this healthy and delicious whole grain, Farro Greek Salad. In the summer months when it’s hot, I love t...

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Fresh and tasty, this Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad is the perfect complement with grilled meats as it can sit out for several hours without wilting. When I was growing up, my mother served beautiful ...

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This fresh and healthy chicken salad with tahini dressing is made with fresh veggies, lemony chicken cubes, and a creamy tahini garlic dressing. As the weather heats up, I love leaning into entrÃ...

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A quick and easy chicken shawarma marinade – lemon and yogurt tenderize the lean chicken breasts while fresh garlic, parsley, and spices add tons of flavor. You’ll love this chicken shawarma ...

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