Maraket Ferakh: Egyptian Chicken Broth: مرقة فراخ
Laden with flavors, and nutrients, chicken broth is instrumental in Egyptian cuisine, as it represents essential foundation for hearty stews, delicious soups and elevated rice dishes.
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Om Ali (Egypt’s Iconic Bread Pudding): ام علي
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.
Read MoreKar’ Asali (Egyptian Pumpkin – Béchamel Dessert): قرع عسلي
Kar’ Asali is an Egyptian trademark pumpkin dessert. This crowd pleaser consists of a velvety layer of slowly cooked sweet pumpkin, spiked with warm spices, sprinkled with a mixture of toasted nuts and topped with a layer of silky smooth and sweet béchamel sauce.
Read MoreMeshabek (Vegan Egyptian Funnel Cake): المشبك المصري
Meshabek is a luscious Egyptian sweet street food that translates to tangled, given the way those syrupy fritters look. Meshabek calls for basic ingredients, so try it in your kitchen to have a taste of this ancient and exotic treat.
Read MorePumpkin-Sahlep Pudding Dessert: قرع عسلى بالسحلب
Pumpkin-Sahelp Pudding is a scrumptious, no-bake and eggless dessert that is laden with fall flavors with a Middle Eastern twist.
Read MoreEgyptian Fried Boiled Egg (Beid Meza’lil): بيض مزعلل
Beid Meza’lil is hard boiled eggs fried in ghee. It is an iconic holiday egg dish that surface on Copts’ festive tables on Christmas and Easter nights to break a long fasting.
Read MoreSalata Baladi: Easy Egyptian Green Salad سلطة خضرا
Salata Baladi is the go-to Egyptian salad that goes with everything. It is rustic and spiked with a simple yet memorable vinaigrette. It pairs well with bbq dishes and almost every dish in Egyptian Cuisine.
Read MoreRuz Sayadeya: Egyptian Seafood Rice: رز صيادية
Ruz Sayadeya is Egyptian seafood rice, which is known of its deep amber color and distinctive caramelized and spicy flavor. Ruz Sayadeya is served as a quintessential side dish to all types of Egyptian fish and seafood dishes. It is an easy, and wholesome addition to your rice repertoire.
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