Lebanese Freekeh soup with chicken is a famous dish in Lebanon and other countries in the Middle East and North Africa. Freekeh is similar to wheat used in other soup recipes, including Hareesa.

However, Freekeh soup requires smoking the wheat to give it a nuttier, delicious, and earthier flavor. Let us discuss how to make Lebanese Freekeh soup with chicken at home. Read on!

Ingredients

• One whole chicken
• 1-2 cups of Freekeh
  • Use whole grain green wheat
• Two onions
• One teaspoon of seven spices
• Half teaspoon of white pepper
• Three tablespoons of olive oil
• You need the following ingredients for boiling chicken
  • Ten cups of water
  • Half onion
  • Cloves
  • Bay leaves
  • Two teaspoons of salt
  • One teaspoon of black pepper

Instructions

1. Add the whole chicken and spices to a large pot
2. Add a half onion and bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, and cloves
3. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper
4. Now add ten cups of water
5. Cook the chicken over light-medium heat until boiling
6. Lower the temperature and cook for 60 minutes
7. Remove the chicken from the heat and set aside
8. Place 1-2 cups of Freekeh in a medium bowl
9. Remove debris from the freekeh using your hands
10. Use water to wash the freekeh
11. Dice the onions and cook them until softened
12. Add the freekeh and season the dish with seven spices
13. Once boiled, lower the heat to a medium
14. Cover the pot and cook until freekeh is soft and tender
15. You can cook the freekeh for 30 minutes
16. Now add the shredded chicken and use salt and white pepper for seasoning
17. Serve the Lebanese freekeh soup with chicken to your family and friends

The Lebanese rice pudding is one of the best recipes to try at home. Most people use rose water for cooking rice pudding to achieve a sweet taste with Lebanese flavors. You can cook the rice in milk to give it a creamy texture. Let us list the ingredients and discuss the instructions to make Lebanese rice pudding at home. Read on!

Ingredients

• Half cup of Egyptian rice
• 1-2 cups of water
• Two cups of milk
  • We recommend using full-fat milk
• Two tablespoons of cornstarch
• ¼ cup or 50g of white sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon of mastic gum
  • Use crushed mastic gum
• One tablespoon of rosewater
• One tablespoon of orange blossom water

Instructions

1. Soak the Egyptian rice for 10-15 minutes
2. Rinse the rice properly
3. Add 1-2 cups of water and rice to a medium-sized saucepan
4. Bring the pan to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes
   1. Make sure the rice is tender
5. Add milk and cornstarch to a bowl and use a fork to prepare a slurry
6. Bring the pan to a slow boil and use a wooden spoon for constant stirring
   1. Add the remaining cornstarch and milk to the mixture
   2. Add sugar and mastic gum to the mixture
7. Continue stirring until the mixture has a thick soupy texture
8. Remove the pan from heat and add some orange blossom and rose water
9. Stir to mix the rose and orange blossom water
10. Let the mixture cool for 5-10 minutes before placing it into serving bowls
11. Use dried rose petals and slivered pistachios for garnishing
12. Place the rice mixture in the refrigerator for 3-5 hours
13. Enjoy the Lebanese rice pudding with your family and friends

Muhammara is one of the most delicious food items in the Middle East, boasting the delicacies of walnut and roasted red peppers. The unique dish boasts several tastes, including sweet, savory, spicy, and smoky.

Everyone visiting the Middle East eats Muhammara to satisfy their savory and sweet teeth. The dish is similar to the Romesco sauce. You can spread the Muhammara on a sandwich or apply it to the grilled fish or chicken.

Although Muhammara is simple to prepare, we will give you detailed ingredients and step-by-step instructions. Read this post to easily make Muhammara at home.

Ingredients

• Two red bell peppers
• Four tablespoons of olive oil
  • Use extra virgin olive oil
• ¼ pounds of toasted walnuts
• 2-3 tablespoons of tomato paste
• One garlic clove
  • Make sure you chop the garlic
• ¾ cup of breadcrumbs
• One teaspoon of Aleppo pepper
• Two tablespoons of pomegranate molasses
• Half teaspoon of sugar
• One teaspoon of sumac
• Half teaspoon of salt
• Half teaspoon of cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425- or 450 degrees Fahrenheit
2. Use one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil for brushing the bell peppers
3. Use a cast-iron skillet or over-safe pan for placing the brushed peppers
4. Roast the peppers for 30-35 minutes
5. Place the peppers in a bowl and cover them with plastic wrap
   1. The purpose is to trap the roasted peppers’ steam and ensure easy peeling
6. Once the peppers are cooled, peel them and remove the seeds
7. Now slice these peppers into tiny strips
8. Mix the roasted strips with three tablespoons of olive oil
   1. Add tomato paste, walnuts, pomegranate molasses, breadcrumbs, sugar, sumac, cayenne, salt, and Aleppo pepper to the mixture
9. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cover the muhammara
10. Place the covered muhammara in the refrigerator
    1. Make sure the muhammara has room temperature when applying it to the sandwich
    2. You can drizzle olive oil and garnish the muhammara with parsley and walnuts
    3. Enjoy the delicious muhammara with pita chips or pita bread

Lebanese potato and beef stew are among the best dishes to try for lunches and dinners. The unique thing about this recipe is that it is easy to make and more delicious than the typical beef stew because it contains the flavour of fresh cilantro and garlic.

Unlike many other dishes, Lebanese potato and beef stew is a rich source of nutrients, including flavonoids, antioxidants, and minerals. It improves your digestive system and controls your blood sugar levels. The potatoes used in this dish are gluten-free. Let us tell you how to make this mouthwatering dish. Read on!

Ingredients

• 5 pounds of beef stew cubes
• One head of garlic
• One bunch of cilantro
• Three pounds of potato
• Two teaspoons of tomato paste
• Eight cups of water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• One large lemon or juice
• Vegetable or olive oil

Instructions

1. Add eight cups of water to a stock pot to boil
2. Make a paste of garlic and cilantro in the food processor
3. Drizzle vegetable or olive oil in a large skillet
4. Next, add 1/3 of cilantro and garlic
5. Add the beef cubes to the cooked cilantro-garlic paste
6. Toss the browned beef cubes in the boiling water
7. Cook on a low heat for two hours until the meat is tender
8. Peel and rinse potatoes
9. Add potatoes to the paste and ensure they are browned on all sides
10. Add the tomato paste, salt and pepper, and lemon juice to the pot
11. Cover the pot and cook the potatoes on a medium heat
12. After cooking the potatoes, lade serving of broth and meat into a bowl
13. Garnish the dish with chopped cilantro
14. Serve the dish with a side of rice, radishes, and lemon wedges
15. Enjoy Lebanese potato and beef stew with your family

How to make Lebanese Rice with Vermicelli

Lebanese rice is a staple dish enjoyed by everyone, including locals and tourists. It is one of the simplest dishes to make, and you can serve it with anything. It has three primary ingredients: rice, vermicelli pasta, and olive oil. You can top the dish with toasted pine nuts and almonds.

Although Lebanese rice with vermicelli is a vegan dish, you can cook it with broth for extra flavor. On the other hand, you can use cumin, bay leaf, and cinnamon as seasonings for a more delicious taste.

You can find Lebanese rice with vermicelli in different restaurants across Lebanon. However, if you want to experience the fresh aroma and mouthwatering taste, making the dish at home is better. Today’s article will give you a list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions to make Lebanese rice with vermicelli. Read on!

Ingredients

• Two tablespoons of olive oil
• One cup of vermicelli noodles
• Two cups of rice – you can also use basmati rice
• One teaspoon of table salt
• Water for covering the rice

Instructions

1. Wash the rice to remove the starch
2. Soak the rice in cold water for 10-15 minutes
3. Heat the olive oil or vegetable oil on medium heat in the pot
4. Add the vermicelli pasta to the pot when the oil is hot
5. Stir the pasta using a wooden spoon to make it golden brown
6. Add the drained rice to the pot and mix it with the toasted vermicelli
7. Add some water to the pot and cover the rice by one centimeter
8. Now, bring the water to a boil and lower the heat
9. Cover the lid and set the timer to 15 minutes
10. Remove the pot after 15 minutes without removing the lid
11. Set aside the pot for 10-15 minutes
12. Next, remove the rid and use a fork to fluff the rice
13. Serve the Lebanese rice with vermicelli to your family