This Lebanese salad, called Khyar Bi Laban, is a creamy yogurt salad made with cucumbers, dried mint and crushed garlic. It uses just 6 ingredients and works great as a dip or side dish for rice and grilled meat dishes. Khyar Bu Laban is a Lebanese dish often found in Middle Eastern cuisine. It is … Read more
Manakish (also pronounced as Manaeesh) is a Lebanese flatbread served with various toppings like cheese and za’atar. They are great as a snack, side dish, appetizer, or even a brunch. They are usually made in a circular shape and folded in half with the toppings inside of them, resulting in a sandwich-like appearance. If you’ve … Read more
If you want impress your friends, then this Lebanese stuffed cabbage is the one for you. You see stuffed cabbage recipes and assume they’ll be difficult to make. But it certainly doesn’t need to be the case. There are many variations of cabbage rolls worldwide. This Lebanese version uses beef, rice, lemon and garlic. The … Read more
Toum is a Mediterranean garlic dip, made with garlic, oil, lemon juice and a pinch of salt and water. It’s often served in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants, but it’s quick and easy to make at home with a little help from a food processor. You’ll find it is very similar to aioli or mayonnaise … Read more
It seems like hummus is everywhere these days. And for good reason! Packed full of protein, it’s one of the healthiest and most satisfying dips around. All you need is a few veggies or some warm pita to serve. Hummus is a popular appetizer in Lebanese cuisine — no mezze is complete without a bowl … Read more