Creamy Twist on Traditional Shakshuka
While staying true to the North African roots of this dish, I’ve added a luxurious twist by incorporating heavy cream. This is inspired by the trending combinations of heavy cream and eggs making waves on TikTok.
Falafel vs Ta’ameya | Food Feuds
Falafel vs Ta’ameya, which is better? While chickpea-based falafel dominates in most of the world, the Egyptian-style falafel made with fava beans might not be as well-known globally.
Egyptian Ta’ameya- The Original Falafel
Egyptian Ta’ameya typically includes fava beans, herbs like parsley and cilantro, along with spices such as cumin and coriander. The mixture is often deep-fried to achieve a crispy exterior.
Lebanese Falafel
Falafel is a popular Middle Eastern dish made from ground chickpeas mixed with various herbs and spices, and then deep-fried or baked to create small, round patties or balls.
Hummus al Sham Recipe
Hummus al Sham is a popular winter drink in Egypt made with chickpeas, tomatoes, garlic, onions and spices. This concoction is one of the primary ways Egyptians incorporate chickpeas into their cuisine.
Aish Baladi Recipe | Egyptian Pita Bread with Fiber
Aish baladi is eaten with every meal in Egypt and has a unique taste due to the whole wheat and wheat bran used in the recipe. It’s rich with fiber and an excellent carb to add to your diet.
Homemade German Döner Kebab
German Doner Kebab is the #1 most popular street food in Germany. It is cooked on a vertical rotisserie with thinly sliced meat shaved off and added to a pide bread with veggies.
Egyptian Molokhia Recipe
This green soupy slime often referred to as jute or Jew’s mallow, takes center stage in a dish that has become a symbol of comfort food in Egypt. Molokhia has deep roots in Egyptian culinary history, showcasing the country’s agricultural heritage
Arayes- Lebanese Meat Stuffed Pita
Arayes is made with ground meat that is seasoned with herbs/spices and spread between two layers of thin flatbread. The sandwich is then grilled or baked until the bread becomes crispy, and the meat is cooked.
Hawawshi- Cairo Style
Hawawshi is a crispy Egyptian dish that consists of minced meat, usually beef or lamb, mixed with various spices like cumin, coriander, and pepper.
Tabbouleh | Lebanese Salad
Tabbouleh is a Middle Eastern salad made with finely chopped parsley, tomatoes, mint, onion, soaked bulgur, seasoned with olive oil and lemon juice.
Kisir | Turkish Bulgur Salad
Kısır is a traditional Turkish dish that consists of bulgur, fresh vegetables, herbs, dressing, and spices. Hailing from the southeastern region of Turkey, Kısır is particularly popular during festive occasions, family gatherings, and celebrations.
Moroccan vs Tunisian Lamb Couscous | Food Feuds
Moroccan vs Tunisian Lamb Couscous…which nation makes it better? Couscous is commonly paired with lamb meat and an assortment of vegetables like zucchini, carrots, butternut squash and potatoes.
Tabbouleh vs Kisir | Food Feuds
Tabbouleh vs Kisir… which nation does this bulgur salad better? Tabbouleh shares similarities with Kisir, but the main distinction lies in the dressing.
