Mahshi recipe

The word mahshi in Arabic means “stuffed” so kousa mahshi would mean stuffed zucchini. Arabs in general and especially Palestinians love to stuff anything from meats to vegetables. We even stuff our meats with stuffed vegetables ;). Stuffed vegetables are definitely one of my favorites. From zucchini, to eggplants, carrots, onions, cabbage, grape leaves, potatoes, tomatoes and even cucumbers can be stuffed. We use a special tool called “makwara” to hallow the veggies out. But make no mistake…

For a little variety, replace ground beef with lamb, turkey or pork. Serve with plain yoghurt, rice and unleavened bread.

Sheikh el Mahshi- Succulent Stuffed Eggplant Lebanese inspired, infused and filled with spiced ground beef and onion mixture, topped with toasted pine nuts. These mini stuffed eggplants are then baked in a rich tomato sauce until meltingly tender.

Lebanese stuffed zucchini cooked in a tomato sauce

Cabbage leaves stuffed with meat and rice, cooked with garlic and mint

middle eastern stuffed potatoes, arabic potatoes, mahshi

Batata Mahshi - Egyptian Stuffed Potatoes

Mahshi is a family of stuffed veggies that is very popular throughout the Mediterranean region. Name and stuffing varies from country to another. Here I am showing you how to make the vegan Egyptian mahshi.

Discover the love poured into the classic Middle Eastern dish of Mahshi in this vegan rendition. Enjoy stuffed vegetables with a homemade, meat-free filling and revel in the flavors of plant-based Arab cuisine.