You can make these Authentic Lebanese Mediterranean Recipes at home for a relaxed family dinner using everyday ingredients. They are comforting yet fresh at the same time, made with a generous mix of vegetables, herbs, grains, and tender meats. From light salads and warm flatbreads to hearty stews and grilled favorites, these Lebanese dishes are the kind of recipes that work just as well for casual meals as they do for sharing with friends.
Kibbeh
Kibbeh is a delightful Middle Eastern dish made with ground meat, fine bulgur wheat, and a mixture of warm spices. You can serve them as a side dish, an appetizer, or as a part of a mezze selection.
To learn more: Icli Kofte (Turkish Kibbeh)
Mujadara
Mujadara (or Mujaddara) is a simple yet delicious Lebanese Recipe made with Lentils and Rice and flavored with caramelized crispy onions.
It is extremely easy to make with only a few simple ingredients, which you probably already have in your pantry. Additionally, this beautiful dish is inexpensive to prepare, packed with nutrients, and gluten-free.
To learn more: Mujadara - Lebanese Lentils and Rice
Mutabal
Mutabal, also known as Moutabal or Moutabel, is a popular Lebanese dip made from roasted aubergines, yoghurt, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. This creamy and flavorful dip is a staple in many households and restaurants across the region.
It is extremely easy to make with a few basic ingredients, and tastes even better after a day or two!
To learn more: Mutabal (Roasted Eggplant Dip)
Falafel
This Authentic Homemade Lebanese Falafel Recipe is perfect for you if you want to learn how to make perfectly crisp and extremely flavourful falafels.
Whether you serve them stuffed in warm Laffa - Iraqi Flatbread or along with a bowl of refreshing Lebanese Fattoush Salad, this iconic street food will be a family favorite!
To learn more: Authentic Homemade Lebanese Falafel Recipe
Chicken Shawarma
This easy recipe for Homemade Lebanese Chicken Shawarma is perfect for you if you want to bring the authentic taste of this Middle Eastern street food to your home.
It is packed with exotic flavors, extremely easy to make with a few simple ingredients, and ready in just 20 minutes!
To learn more: Homemade Lebanese Chicken Shawarma
Fatayer
Fatayer are bite-sized Lebanese mini Pies made with an easy homemade dough, stuffed with a savory filling consisting of either spinach, meat, or cheese.
These crowd-pleaser pastries are incredibly easy to make with just a handful of simple pantry/fridge ingredients.
To learn more: Fatayer - Homemade Lebanese Pies
Kadaif
Kataifi (or Kadaif) is a popular and delicious dessert made with layers of crispy, shredded filo pastry base filled with a rich and nutty walnut mixture, baked until crispy and soaked in syrup.
To learn more: Kadaif Dessert - Turkish Tel Kadayif
Lahmacun
Lahmacun - pronounced as lah-ma-jun (lah-ma-Joon) is a popular Middle Eastern dish that can be described as flatbread with spicy ground meat or flatbread pizza.This super thin crispy flatbread is topped with a delicious filling made of ground lamb (or beef), finely chopped vegetables, and a variety of spices and herbs.
The dough is then baked in a very hot oven until it is crispy and slightly charred around the edges.
To learn more: Lahmacun
Muhammara
Muhammara is a delicious Middle Eastern dip made with red pepper paste, garlic, walnuts, spices, and olive oil. It is extremely easy to prepare and is ready in 15 minutes with minimal cleaning up!
To learn more: Muhammara (Red Pepper Dip)
Okra Stew
Bamya, also known as Bamia or Bamyeh, is a classic Middle Eastern dish made with okra, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and lemon juice.
This delicious and healthy stew traditionally contains lamb, beef, or chicken, and the secret to its rich flavor is the long, slow simmering process that gently brings the flavors together.
To learn more: Bamya
Labneh
Labneh is a tangy, smooth, and creamy cheese made by straining the whey out of yogurt until it reaches a rich and luxurious cream cheese consistency. You only need two basic ingredients and a mere 5 minutes of hands-on time. It's also budget-friendly and incredibly versatile, perfect for serving as a part of a mezze platter, a snack, or as part of a delightful breakfast.
To learn more: Homemade Labneh - Yogurt Cheese
Batata Harra
Batata Harra is a mouth-wateringly spicy and crispy Lebanese potato dish that can be whipped up in no time using just a few simple ingredients.
It is a staple in Lebanese cuisine that combines potatoes with garlic, EVOO, chili flakes, cilantro (coriander), and lemon to create a flavor explosion.
To learn more: Batata Harra (Lebanese Potatoes)
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