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Middle Eastern Recipes

Step into a world of exotic aromas, bold spices, and rich culinary traditions as you explore our Middle Eastern recipes category. This collection celebrates the warmth and generosity of a cuisine that’s deeply rooted in culture, history, and family. From the bustling street food stalls of Cairo to the festive dinner tables of Beirut, Middle Eastern food is all about flavor, texture, and heart.

Here, you’ll find recipes that have been passed down through generations—dishes that tell a story with every bite. Whether it’s perfectly grilled kebabs, tender meat simmered in aromatic sauces, or fluffy, saffron-scented rice, each recipe is a delicious invitation into a region where food is a symbol of love and hospitality.

Craving something sweet? You’re in for a treat. Middle Eastern desserts are known for their elegance and indulgence—think syrup-soaked baklava, creamy puddings, and semolina cakes flavored with rose water, orange blossom, or pistachios. These sweets aren’t just desserts; they’re often shared during special occasions and celebrations, making them feel even more special.

You’ll also find easy-to-make dips, mezze, and fresh salads, perfect for gatherings or simply for adding something exciting to your daily meals. Each recipe is crafted with approachable ingredients and step-by-step instructions to help you bring the authentic taste of the Middle East to your own kitchen, no matter where you live.

Whether you’re new to Middle Eastern cooking or reconnecting with cherished flavors from home, there’s something here to inspire your next meal. So roll up your sleeves, grab your favorite spices, and dive into a collection full of soul, spice, and delicious stories. Welcome to a world where every dish is made with love.

Metazeez Saudi Arabia popular dish served in a plate.
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Metazeez

Cheese and meat Sambousek served with a dipping sauce on a white plate.
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Sambousek with Meat and Cheese Filling

Haneeth juicy tender lamb meat served on basmati fluffy and perfectly seasoned rice.
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Haneeth

Close up image of chicken with freekeh served on a plate.
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Freekeh with Chicken

Close up image of ghraybeh stuffed with date.
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Ghraybeh Stuffed with Dates

Dawood Basha served with rice.
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Dawood Basha Recipe

Sahlab garnished with nuts and served in glasses.
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Sahlab Recipe

Emarati semolina khabeesa, served in a dessert glass garnished with pistachios.
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Emarati Semolina Khabeesa Recipe

Halawet El Jibn Garnished with pistachios and served on white plate.
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Halawet El Jibn

Syrian kaak with milk, syrian sesame cookies served with milk.
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Syrian Kaak with Milk

Fresh Fattoush Salad in a large bowl.
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Fattoush Salad

Chicken Kabsa served on a white plate.
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Authentic Chicken Kabsa Recipe

Moroccan Couscous feature image.
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Moroccan Couscous

Authentic falafel served with tahini sauce and pita bread.
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Authentic Falafel Recipe

Grilled shish tawook served on a peice of wook with vegetables on the side.
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Shish Tawook Recipe

Arayes slices (pita bread stuffed with seasoned ground meat).
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Arayes Middle Eastern Meat-Stuffed Pitas

Sayadieh served in a cast iron skillet, garnished with slice of lime.
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Sayadieh (Fish and Rice Recipe)

Hummus with tahini in a white bowl, drizzeled with olive oil and pine nuts.
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Hummus with Tahini

Moroccan meatballs in tomato sauce feature image.
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Moroccan Meatballs

Kousa bil laban served with Lebanese rice in a plate.
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Kousa Bil Laban

Maqluba made with lamb meat with bones freshly prepared.
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Maqluba

Stuffed cabbage in tomato sauce, served on a plate.
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Stuffed Cabbage (Mahshi Malfouf)

Creamy saffron custard enjoyed in Ramadan, served in a pink bowl.
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Saffron Custard

Kousa mahshi in a delicious tmoato sauce. Stuffed Summer squash with rice and meat.
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Kousa Mahshi

Aish El Saraya a middle eastern dessert made of toasted bread soaked in syrup and topped with delicious cream.
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Aish El Saraya

Libyan mbakbaka Pasta with meat cubes, served on a black plate.
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Libyan Mbakbaka

Egyptian Goulash served on a plate with yogurt dip on the side.
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Egyptian Goulash

Revani cake slices served in a plate with tea on the side.
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Revani Cake

Tahini sauce served in a brown small bowl with a spoon.
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Tahini Sauce

Close up image of Foul Mudammas served in a white bowl.
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Foul Mudammas Yemeni Style Qulaba

Grilled Spatchcock Chicken served with grilled tomatoes and onion.
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Grilled Spatchcock Chicken

Chicken Shawarma Wrapped in parchment paper and served on a plate.
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Chicken Shawarma

Toum sauce feature image 2023.
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Toum

Bulgur Pilaf Recipe Feature image.
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Bulgur Pilaf

Koshari served in a brown bowl. Feature image 2023.
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Egyptian Koshari

Feature image of sago pudding.
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The Ultimate Guide to Sago Pudding

Egyptian Fattah close up image. feature.
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Egyptian Fattah

Egytian bread Fino Feature image 2023.
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Egyptian Bread Fino Recipe

Stuffed grape leaves feature image 2023.
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Perfect Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe, Warak Enab

Freekeh with fish feature image 2023.
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Freekeh with Fish Recipe

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