Greek Halvah: How different it is from Egyptian Halawa
Halva is a vegan, easy Greek dessert. It is made of four simple ingredients, semolina, sugar, oil and aromatics.
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Fried Kobeba/Kibbeh Recipe كبيبة أو كبة
Kobeba pronounced as Ko-Be-Bah, (also known as Kibbeh) is a delightful festive appetizer or side dish made of crispy, wafer-thin crust of bulgur and meat that encases a luscious ground meat mixed with nuts and raisins.
Read MoreBissara (Egyptian Vegan Dip of Split Fava Beans): البصارة المصرية
Bissarh, Bosara or Besara is an ancient Egyptian vegan, gluten free, & economic dish made of split fava beans, and fresh aromatic herbs.
Read More5 MUST-TRY MEATLESS EGYPTIAN STREET FOODS
Wanna know the 5 must-try meatless meals in Egypt? Roll up your sleeves and dive into this mouthwatering piece of content.
BONUS: No-fail and iconic Egyptian recipes are included here in case you plan to recreate them in your kitchen.
Coptic Epiphany Menu: What Christian Egyptians Cook to Celebrate Epiphany Feast
What do Copts eat on the Epiphany Feast? January 19th, Copts (Christian Egyptians) celebrate the memory of Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist in the Jordan River. In this article, I am taking you on a food trip to discover what Copts serve on their festive table on this day.
Read MoreFatta: Egyptian Festive Meat-Rice Dish: الفتة المصرية
Crown your festive table with this glorious and authentic Egyptian Fatta. Don’t be daunted by its glorious look. This meat-rice dish is much easier to make than you think. Roll your sleeves, read my step by step recipes and get ready to savor “Fatta”, Egypt’s most iconic celebratory Dish.
Read MoreRuz Belkhalta: Egyptian Festive Rice: رز بالخلطة
Ruz Bealkhalta is a wholesome, Egyptian festive rice dish with amped up flavors. Traditionally, the rice is cooked with chicken’s kidneys and gizzards and garnished with raisins and nuts. In addition to its unmistakable aromas and distinct flavors, the dish offers several health benefits as it is rich in omega 3 and protein.
Read MoreKa’ab El Ghazal: Egyptian Date Filled Cookies: كعب الغزال
“Ka’ab Alghazal” is an Egyptian Date filled cookie that is also known as “Menin”. It is omnipresent in Egyptian bakeries and is considered a staple cookie to serve with cardamom coffee or mint tea. It has a flaky shell that encases a velvety date filling, spiked with warm spices such as fennel and anise. A true delight to indulge on and to share with others. Roll your sleeves, these cookies are worth baking and trying.
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