Palestinian Makdous Labneh brings together two beloved staples of the Levantine table: creamy Palestinian labneh and traditional makdous, blended with Palestinian olive oil to create a rich combination deeply connected to the everyday food culture of Palestine and the wider Levant.
The makdous is prepared from cooked eggplant that is carefully drained, then combined with walnuts, dried red peppers, a touch of garlic and salt. When mixed with smooth Palestinian labneh and Palestinian olive oil, every spoonful brings together contrasting layers of flavor and texture: the cool, creamy tang of labneh, the soft character of eggplant, the gentle crunch of walnuts, the aromatic warmth of red pepper and garlic, and the rich, silky finish of Palestinian olive oil.
Makdous holds a special place in the food traditions of Palestine, Syria, Lebanon and Jordan. Across the Levant, it is much more than an appetizer. It is a familiar presence on breakfast and evening tables, commonly enjoyed alongside labneh, cheese, olives, vegetables and fresh bread.
Labneh and makdous have also long been natural companions at the table. A bite of makdous followed by creamy labneh, or makdous dipped into labneh and eaten with bread, creates a familiar balance between the savory richness of the eggplant filling and the fresh tanginess of strained yogurt. This product brings that traditional pairing together in one jar.
The combination also carries memories of home and family. Makdous and labneh are foods commonly packed into sandwiches for school or served during simple family breakfasts. They are also the kind of homemade foods families share and send with loved ones. For students leaving home to study and live away from their families, jars of familiar foods such as makdous and labneh can become a small piece of home sent along with them, carrying the flavors of the family table into a new place.
Palestinian olive oil completes the experience, connecting the creamy labneh and savory makdous with one of the most characteristic ingredients of the Palestinian kitchen.
Creamy, savory, gently tangy, nutty and aromatic, Palestinian Makdous Labneh transforms a familiar Levantine way of eating into a ready-to-serve combination where every bite carries flavor, texture and a memory of home.
Origin: Palestine
Product Type: Traditional Palestinian Labneh with Makdous
Pack Size: 500g
Packaging: Jar
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