Lebanese rice is made by frying vermicelli or barley and adding it to long-grain rice with broth or water, then cooking until tender. Cinnamon and pine nuts are added before serving, and variations include ground beef or lamb, raisins, onions, and carrots. It can also be used as a stuffing for poultry. The Lebanese style […]
Lebanese tabouli is a parsley-based salad served as part of a meze. It traditionally includes fine Bulgarian wheat, flat leaf parsley, shallots, mint, cucumber, and tomato. Authentic versions do not contain garlic and are dressed with oil and lemon juice. Pre-packaged versions may lack authenticity. Lebanese tabouli is a type of ethnic salad that uses […]
Lebanese kofta is a Middle Eastern dish made with ground lamb or beef, parsley, onion, and spices, shaped into tubes or patties and grilled. It is often served with flatbread, rice, salad, and a yogurt or tahini sauce. Kofta is a Middle Eastern and Asian dish that is similar in composition and texture to North […]
Lebanese coffee is made using dark roasted beans, cardamom, and sometimes sugar, brewed in an ibrik pot. The beans are ground finely and boiled multiple times to extract deeper flavors. It is served in a small cup and traditionally offered to guests upon arrival. Lebanese coffee is not a particular type of coffee bean, but […]
Lebanese cuisine is known for its fresh produce, seafood, and poultry, with lamb and goat being the only red meats commonly consumed. Olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and hot spices are used in cooking, and meals are often a collection of smaller dishes served with flatbread. Fresh fruit is served before dessert, and vegetables are […]
Lebanese desserts include pastries, cakes, tarts, puddings, and preserved or dried fruit. Baklawa and ma’amoul are traditional pastries, while knafeh and mafroukeh are popular cakes. Puddings and fruit dipped in syrup are also common. Dried fruit and fig jam are popular as well. Different types of Lebanese desserts include pastries and baked goods, cakes and […]
