Raising the Flag of Egyptian Cuisine
Thanksgiving on Chez Nermine is a fusion of classic American and Egyptian flavors, where traditional dishes get a vibrant twist. From rich stuffing infused with Middle Eastern spices to roasted vegetables with a touch of tahini, each recipe honors both heritage and gratitude.
Kar’ Asali is a beloved Egyptian dessert made of spiced, slow-cooked pumpkin, topped with toasted nuts and a sweet, silky béchamel sauce, perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table
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Nermine’s semi-homemade apple pie is my go-to fall delicacy! Made with store-bought puff pastry and simple, wholesome ingredients, it’s packed with seasonal flavors—perfect for Thanksgiving.
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Orange Cranberry Sauce is the easiest holiday sauce that is ready in no less than twenty minutes with ingredients that you probably have in your fridge. Given its vibrant, festive color and fresh flavors, Orange Cranberry Sauce is a scrumptious addition to your holiday table.
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Pasta Flora is a jam tart and a timeless, popular Egyptian dessert that brings together the rich, buttery flavor of shortcrust pastry with the sweet, tart and fruity intensity of apricot jam.
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Aish Al Saraya is a sweet decadence in every bite. Golden toasts of bread, kissed by the sun, are drenched in fragrant syrup, and topped with a mastic-infused milk pudding. Adorned with emerald pistachios, and dehydrated roses, this dessert is a dance of textures, soft and smooth, crisp and creamy.
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Om Ali is the iconic Egyptian bread pudding that garners unmatched affection from tourists and locals alike. Bonus: It is a semi-homemade dessert that you can easily create in your own kitchen.
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Pumpkin-Sahelp Pudding is a scrumptious, no-bake and eggless dessert that is laden with fall flavors with a Middle Eastern twist.
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Roz Bel Khalta is a fragrant Egyptian rice dish where warm spices and buttery grains meet sweet bursts of raisins, and toasted nuts. This post may contain affiliate links. Please check our disclosure policy. What is Roz Bel-khalta? “Roz” means rice, while “bel khalta” translates to “with a mixture of add-ins,” referring to the flavorful […]
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Basbousa Bel Ashta is a decadent Egyptian cream-filled semolina cake. This contemporary rendition of an old favorite has its flavor amped up by a touch of warm spices, orange blossom, and citrus zest.
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Beetroot and Baba Ganoug is bursting with colors as well as flavors, and nutrition benefits. You can top it with nuts, seeds , small greens leaves ( parsley, micro-greens..etc) , fruits ( pomegranate is the best choice ) and for non vegans it’s awesome with goat cheese, crumbled ricotta or cottage cheese. And above all, its ready in just 30 minutes.
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