Delicious, easy, Mediterranean-inspired recipes blending culture and good food.
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I'm Lily!
I'm a Lebanese American who loves to cook Mediterranean food. My kitchen, or matbakh, is a hodgepodge of delicious cultural recipes from the U.S. and Mediterranean regions.
Here at The Matbakh, you will find easy, delicious Mediterranean recipes for the entire family.
High Protein Recipes
Are you looking for more ways to get lean protein into your day? These recipes are great high-protein low-fat options.
Ways to Use Za'atar
Za'atar is a popular Middle Eastern spice blend normally mixed with olive oil and slathered on flatbread. Here are more ways to use za'atar.
Mediterranean Diet Breakfast Recipes
The Mediterranean diet is plant-based and emphasizes seasonal fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts, grains, olive oil, low-fat dairy, and seafood. Here are some of our favorite Mediterranean Diet breakfast recipes.
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Kibbeh Recipes
Kibbeh is the national dish of Lebanon. It's primarily made with cracked bulgar wheat, minced meat, onion, and spices. Lebanese cuisine has various kibbeh recipes, whether fried, stuffed, or simmered in yogurt!
Authentic Lebanese Recipes
Looking for more Lebanese recipes? Check out our top Lebanese recipes.
