KABSA WITH AL YADAM
LAMB DISH FROM SAUDI ARABIA Kabsa is a dish that is popular throughout the Arab world under different names and with many different variations of it. Al-Yadam is also served with chicken or fish. 10 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 10 pieces of meat from the front of the lamb, each piece 4.6-5.3 ounces (135-150 g) 2 […]
MAJBOUS
LAMB DISH FROM THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Vegetables are not very common in the United Arab Emirates. So instead, they often use spices such as cloves, cardamom, and saffron to add flavor to the cuisine. 6-8 PORTIONS INGREDIENTS 2¼ pounds (1 kg) lamb meat, with bone A bundle of fresh herbs 1 whole onion, […]
MANSAF
LEG OF LAMB FROM JORDAN This is the unofficial national dish of Jordan. Jameed is a kind of dried yogurt that may be purchased and dissolved in water. 5 PORTIONS INGREDIENTS 1 lamb shank, split into smaller pieces 10 cardamom pods 10 whole cloves 10 bay leaves White pepper 1 piece of jameed, can […]
TURKEY THE LEBANESE WAY WITH CHESTNUTS
A relatively new dish in Lebanon, which is now served during Christmas and New Year. When I cooked it on TV, it became a huge success. 10-15 PORTIONS INGREDIENTS YELLOW ONION STUFFING 2 tablespoons finely chopped yellow onion 4 tablespoons minced garlic 4 tablespoons butter 8 ounces (225 g) ground beef 6 cups (1.1 […]
SIYYADIYYEH
BAKED FISH WITH SPICY RICE A specialty coastal cities such as Tripoli, Byblos, Sidon, and Tyre. The name may derive from Sidon, but personally I think that this dish has its roots in Beirut. 6-8 PORTIONS INGREDIENTS 5½-6 pounds (2½-3 kg) whole white fish such as sea bass, cod, or walleye Any carrots, onions, […]
KUSHARI
VEGETARIAN DISH FROM EGYPT This is a very common dish in Egypt that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. In the past, this was the poorman’s dish, but today you can find kushari everywhere. 10-15 PORTIONS INGREDIENTS 1½ cups (355 ml) olive oil 5¼ cups (200 g) macaroni, or other small pasta 2½ […]
TANGY CHICKEN WITH SUMAC AND WALNUTS
This chicken dish is absolutely delectable with a refreshing sour flavor. The original recipe contained twice the amount of garlic, but we reduced the amount a little bit. Adjust it according to your own preference. 8 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 4-6 cloves of garlic, grated 2 ½ cups (593 ml) olive oil 1 cup (237 ml) […]
SAUCE FOR GRILLED FISH
BEIRUT STYLE 4-6 PORTIONS SAUTEED GREEN PEPPER AND TOMATO SAUCE INGREDIENTS 1 cup (150 g) sliced yellow onions 1 cup (237 ml) olive oil 5 green peppers, shredded 3 tomatoes 2 green chilis, finely shredded 2 tablespoons tomato paste 3-4¼ cups (710-1,000 ml) of water or fish broth INSTRUCTIONS Fry the onion in […]
COUSCOUS FROM MOROCCO
This North African dish is very popular in Europe and the United States. The Arab world has added some of their own ingredients and flavors. 6 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 yellow onion, cut into wedges 2 teaspoons grated garlic 2 cups (about 270 g) zucchini, cut into cubes or chunks 2 […]
ALTORCHANA
IRAQI LAMB STEW WITH APRICOTS Apricots are plentiful in Iraq, so naturally they are featured often in Iraqi cuisine. Ghee is a type of clarified butter that can withstand very high temperatures and lasts for a long time. Therefore, it is common in warm Arab countries. 4-6 PORTIONS INGREDIENTS 5 Ounces (500 G) Boneless […]