Discover 49 Lebanese recipes, from quick favourites to slower weekend cooking.
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◷ 65 minmedium
A comforting skillet supper featuring tender chicken thighs poached in a fragrant broth infused with sumac and warm spices, served alongside earthy lentils and sautéed seasonal root vegetables. This dish highlights the rich flavors of Lebanese cuisine using poaching, an approachable technique that ensures moist, flavorful protein without the need for slow braising or steaming.
Nov 24
◷ 25 mineasy
A quick and flavorful weeknight stir-fry inspired by traditional Lebanese shawarma flavors, featuring marinated chicken, fresh seasonal vegetables, and classic spices for an accessible and vibrant dish.
Nov 20
◷ 45 minmedium
A traditional Lebanese-inspired chicken dish cooked quickly in a pressure cooker to lock in flavors, paired with a nutty bulgur pilaf infused with aromatic spices and fresh herbs. This weeknight-friendly recipe highlights the tangy brightness of sumac and the hearty texture of bulgur, providing a balanced and satisfying meal.
Nov 18
◷ 75 minmedium
A vibrant and wholesome Lebanese-inspired skillet supper featuring tender chicken thighs slow-braised with a medley of fresh spring vegetables like asparagus and peas, infused with fragrant spices and bright lemon notes. This dish highlights seasonal produce and authentic Middle Eastern flavors for an easy weeknight meal.
Nov 16
◷ 70 minmedium
A hearty Lebanese-inspired dish featuring tender lamb chunks pressure-cooked with aromatic spices, served over a nutty bulgur pilaf accompanied by a medley of oven-roasted seasonal vegetables. This recipe embraces traditional Lebanese flavors, using familiar cooking techniques that deliver warmth and comfort on a weeknight.
Nov 14
◷ 45 minmedium
A wholesome skillet supper featuring tender chicken thighs pressure-cooked with chickpeas, fragrant spices, and a touch of tangy sumac, served with fresh parsley and toasted pine nuts for a classic Lebanese flavor experience.
Nov 12
◷ 25 mineasy
A healthy and hearty Lebanese-inspired skillet supper featuring steamed chickpeas and fresh spinach sautéed with garlic, lemon, and traditional spices for a bright, comforting weeknight meal. This dish highlights seasonal greens and offers a satisfying vegetarian option.
Nov 11
◷ 65 minmedium
A light and bright Lebanese-inspired skillet supper featuring tender poached chicken infused with lemon and aromatic spices, paired with fresh spring vegetables and nutty herb barley. This dish balances vibrant flavors with wholesome ingredients for a comforting weeknight meal.
Nov 9
◷ 50 minmedium
A wholesome and hearty Lebanese-inspired grain bowl featuring a bed of fragrant bulgur and lentils, topped with tender sumac-spiced chicken stir-fried to perfection. Enhanced with fresh seasonal vegetables and a tangy lemon-tahini dressing for a balanced, weeknight-friendly meal.
Nov 8
◷ 75 minmedium
A traditional Lebanese recipe featuring steamed kibbeh—bulgur wheat and spiced ground lamb dumplings—paired with a fresh tabbouleh grain bowl made from parsley, mint, tomatoes, and bulgur. This dish highlights slow steaming to preserve flavors and textures, incorporating seasonal produce like ripe tomatoes and fresh herbs for a vibrant weeknight meal.
Nov 7
◷ 65 minmedium
A hearty Lebanese-inspired dish featuring tender lamb and a medley of seasonal root vegetables, all pressure-cooked to perfection. This recipe brings out the rich flavors of traditional Lebanese spices combined with the natural sweetness of autumnal produce, offering a comforting and balanced weeknight meal.
Nov 6
◷ 50 minmedium
These Lebanese spinach and chickpea fatayer feature a flaky pastry filled with a savory and herbaceous mixture, celebrating seasonal greens and plant-based protein. Perfectly baked, they make a satisfying weeknight option with familiar techniques like dough rolling and baking.
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Compare the ingredients, cooking time and equipment below to find a dish that fits your plans. Each recipe includes quantities and a step-by-step method.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.2 kg / 2.6 lb), olive oil, onion, thinly sliced, garlic, minced, sumac. Equipment: large skillet with lid or shallow pot, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: For best food safety, use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
Preparation takes 10 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 25 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: boneless skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced, olive oil, divided, garlic, minced, ground cumin, ground paprika. Equipment: large mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, large skillet or wok, spatula or wooden spoon, measuring spoons.
Kitchen tip: Marinate the chicken ahead of time if possible to deepen the shawarma flavor.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, ground sumac. Equipment: Pressure cooker (electric or stovetop), Large skillet, Measuring cups and spoons, Cutting board, Sharp knife, Wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: Use bone-in, skin-on chicken for more flavorful and moist results.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 75 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.2 kg), olive oil, large onion, thinly sliced, garlic, minced, ground cumin. Equipment: large heavy-bottom skillet with lid, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: If bone-in thighs are unavailable, skin-on boneless thighs can be used but watch cooking time to avoid drying out.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 50 minutes. Allow 70 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: lamb shoulder chunks, olive oil, onion, garlic cloves, ground cinnamon. Equipment: pressure cooker or Instant Pot, large roasting tray, knife, wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl.
Kitchen tip: Ensure bulgur is added before pressure cooking so it absorbs the flavors and cooks properly with the lamb.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.2 kg), olive oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, ground cumin. Equipment: pressure cooker (electric or stovetop), wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, small skillet for toasting pine nuts, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for best texture and flavor.
Preparation takes 10 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 25 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, Lebanese spices, Lebanese spices, Lebanese spices. Equipment: large skillet, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring spoons, knife and cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright flavor; bottled lemon juice can be added but fresh is preferable.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: skinless, boneless chicken breasts, lemon, zested and juiced, low-sodium chicken broth, garlic cloves, onion, sliced. Equipment: large deep skillet or sauté pan with lid, medium saucepan, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: Use fresh, high-quality chicken breasts for the best flavor and texture.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bulgur wheat, lentils, water (for cooking grains), chicken, cut into strips, sumac spice. Equipment: medium saucepan with lid, large skillet or frying pan, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, spatula or wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: To save time, soak bulgur and cook lentils simultaneously.
Preparation takes 45 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 75 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: for kibbeh dough, fresh, with 15% fat, for kibbeh mixture, for kibbeh seasoning, for kibbeh seasoning. Equipment: large mixing bowl, fine sieve, steamer or large pot with steaming basket, mixing bowls, knife and cutting board, measuring cups and spoons, large spoon.
Kitchen tip: Make sure to knead the kibbeh dough well to develop the right texture and binding for steaming.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: lamb shoulder, cut into 4 cm (1.5-inch) cubes, olive oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, tomato paste. Equipment: pressure cooker or electric pressure cooker (Instant Pot), wooden spoon, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Trim excess fat from lamb shoulder for a healthier dish.
Preparation takes 30 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 6 servings. Key ingredients: fresh spinach (about 10 cups, washed and roughly chopped), chickpeas, drained and rinsed, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, fresh parsley, finely chopped. Equipment: mixing bowls, sauté pan, measuring spoons, rolling pin, baking sheet, parchment paper, knife, cutting board, fork or brush for egg wash.
Kitchen tip: Make sure the filling is cooled before filling the dough to prevent it from becoming soggy.