Discover a curated collection of authentic Egyptian and Middle Eastern recipes perfect for Ramadan. From nourishing Suhoor dishes to hearty Iftar meals and traditional desserts, these recipes honor the rich flavors and cultural heritage of Ramadan. Whether you’re looking for comforting soups, filling main courses, or sweet treats to break your fast, you’ll find time-honored family favorites and modern twists to make your Ramadan table special
Are you looking for smoked herring recipes? Look no further. This Egyptian Tahini-Smoked herring is mouthwatering and so easy to assemble. When deboned, doused in spiced, garlicky tahini, and mixed up with fresh juicy tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, a mundane store-bought herring transforms into a grommet dish bursting with flavors.
Beid Meza’lil is hard boiled eggs fried in ghee. It is an iconic Egyptian holiday egg tradition that surfaces on Copts’ festive tables to break a long fasting.
Bouza is a delightful and traditional Arabic/Egyptian/Middle Eastern ice cream spiked with mastic and rose water and studded with chewy, chopped dry apricots and crunchy toasted pistachios.
Kebdah Eskandarani or spicy liver Alexandrian style is Egyptian tender strips of beef or veal liver, drenched in a fiery, garlicky sauce infused with tangy vinegar, ground cumin, and coriander—aromatics that pack a punch and awake the senses.
Buftek is a crispy, golden-fried delight made from thinly sliced veal or beef. Tender on the inside and crunchy on the outside, it’s a simple yet flavorful Egyptian classic
Egyptian religious feasts are incomplete without Kahk (Festive Egyptian cookies). Kahak Bel Agameya is by far, the king of all Egyptian cookies. It is a flaky cookie stuffed with Agameya, a candy like filling made of ghee, flour, sesame, and nuts. This blog post will show you how to make these heritage cookies like a pro.
Saneyet Batates, a popular Egyptian potato bake, combines tender potato slices with rich tomato sauce and warm spices for a comforting and flavorful dish. Perfect as a vegan hearty main or a satisfying side, it’s a true taste of Egyptian home cooking.
Batinjan mekhalil or Egyptian pickled eggplant is a vegan and economic appetizer that is deceivingly humble, yet delivers immense flavors and requires no fermentation.
Vegan Egyptian Fried Cauliflower, or Karnabeet Maklee, is a beloved dish that combines bold flavors with vibrant colors, showcasing the richness of Egyptian vegan cuisine.
Egyptian freekeh (fereek) pilaf is a smoky, quick, and easy grain dish made from roasted green wheat. Packed with fiber and naturally filling, it’s a nourishing choice for Lent and a wholesome side dish for Ramadan iftar.