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Couscous with Olives and Sun Dried Tomato

A delicate, flavorful dish that will satisfy vegans and carnivores alike! Inspired by my family's deep Coptic Orthodox Christian tradition, this is a great meal alternative during strict fasting times....

Author: Erin C. David

Egyptian Koshary

This recipe is one of the most famous recipes in Egypt. It's a traditional food that is delicious and savory.

Author: suzan.s

Egyptian Koshari

Lentils, rice and pasta are cooked and then served in a spicy tomato sauce. This is a typical Egyptian dish that is very good and cheap over here! Puree the sauce in a food processor if you like a smoother...

Author: Liz York

Cucumber Chickpea Salad

Make and share this Cucumber Chickpea Salad recipe from Food.com.

Author: Jamilahs_Kitchen

Umm Ali

Umm Ali is a delicious traditional Egyptian dessert equivalent to North America's bread pudding. You can serve it warm with a scoop of French vanilla ice cream.

Author: Mama & her Girls

Om Ali

This Egyptian dessert contains phyllo dough or puff pastry, milk and nuts. Use any kind of nuts that you would like and eat it with a spoon. Legend has it that Om Ali was the first wife of the sultan Ezz...

Author: NANCY GIRGIS

Mahalabia (Egyptian Milk Pudding)

Mahalabia is a popular dessert in Egypt and other Middle Eastern countries. This rich version features both milk and heavy cream.

Author: Olaahmed

Dukkah

An amazing spice and nut mixture that can be sprinkled on salads or pasta dishes, mixed with olive oil and brushed on pita or pizza dough, or coated on chicken or fish and then grilled. You can also take...

Author: Miraklegirl

Duqqa

Duqqa or dukkah is an Egyptian blend of nuts, seeds, and spices and enjoyed as a starter or snack to dip with bread or fresh veggies. It's so deliciously addictive that you will find yourself inventing...

Author: leila

Egyptian Macaroni Bechamel

This is an Egyptian favorite. A ground meat mixture between two layers of macaroni smothered in a creamy bachamel sauce. You can use any type of pasta you like. The most common are Penne (which is my favorite)...

Author: UmmIbrahim

Ta'ameya (Egyptian Falafel)

Falafel, or ta'ameya as we call it in Egypt, is an all-time favorite street food. In most parts of the Middle East, falafel is made with ground chickpeas. However, in Egypt, we make it with dried fava...

Author: Gamila Salem

Egyptian Sayyadiah Fish With Rice

I have not as yet tried this. I'm posting it for Zaar World Tour III. I'm not counting the time for cleaning the fish as most of us buy them pre-cleaned.

Author: Annacia

Karkadeh (Egyptian Hibiscus Iced Tea)

This traditional Egyptian hibiscus tea is made with loose dried hibiscus flowers, which are left to steep in the tea as it cools so the tea is quite strong. Tea bags are not suitable. We drink this tea...

Author: Afiyet_olson

Koshary

Koshary is pretty much Egypt's staple street food. You can find anything from a 2-story koshary restaurant to a man with a cart on the side of the street. It has no meat, but even the biggest of carnivores...

Author: nooney

Fried Katayef (Egyptian Dessert)

This mouth-watering dessert is an authentic Egyptian treat. It can be made savory and still will be delicious.

Author: Mohamed El Refaee

Egyptian Tomato Sauce

This is a lovely tomato sauce to top mujadara (lentil rice) put on top of individual portions and top with caramalised onions and have yogurt cucumber salad on side. Very very nice. An arab lady said this...

Author: chef zermane dit ze

Best Falafel

Sure, you can make falafel from a mix but frankly, it's a far cry from authentic falafel. This is the best falafel recipe I know of. You can find dried fava beans in Middle Eastern grocery stores and some...

Author: nch

Egyptian Style Baked Fish (Saneya Semaak)

This was first prepared by my friends husband, it was so good, I had to know how he did it. I made as below, changed his recipe alittle bit but is so so yummy. The orange does not make it sweet at all,...

Author: cooking in cairo...

Cucumber Yogurt Za'atar Salad (How I Like It )

Make and share this Cucumber Yogurt Za'atar Salad (How I Like It ) recipe from Food.com.

Author: Jamilahs_Kitchen

Cucumber Chickpea Salad with Dill

A found this online on an Egyptian Travel website -- looks like a nice summer salad. Time to make does not include chill time.

Author: iewe7726

Kofta

Kofta is a popular dish made from grilled ground beef that is served throughout the Middle-East. This is a wonderful and simple version I picked up in Egypt. A great accompaniment is saffron rice.

Author: DOSTANDEN

Egyptian Rose Leaves

These make a lovely cookie for Valentine's Day. NOTE: Rose water is not strong enough flavoring. Be sure to use rose fluid, available from many drugstores. You can use rose water, but you will have to...

Author: J. Storm

Egyptian Yellow Lentil Soup

This recipe is adapted from Magda el-Mehdawy's book My Egyptian Grandmother's Kitchen. Lentils are a very ancient food staple, and have been the basis of diets in the Middle East for millennia. To perk...

Author: CaliforniaJan

Egyptian Fish Kofta

These are like Spanish croquettas. The spice mix used is quite delicate. Serve with a side dish that is crisp or that is spicy.

Author: Mme M

Cousin Pete's Yummiest Dukkah (Nut Dip)

This is a wondeful recipe for Dukkah = an Egyption nut dip that my cousin Pete gave me - eat it with bread dipped in olive oil... don't hesitate to try this, you won't be dissapointed :) Brilliant ice-breaking...

Author: kiwidutch

Za'atar Marinated Tomato Salad

Pieces of Tomato soaked in vinegar and olive oil. Roma tomatoes are firm but I use whatever tomatoes I have on hand. After we eat out the ingredients I just add more tomatoes to the left over dressing....

Author: Jamilahs_Kitchen

Dukka Egyptian Spice Blend for Bread Dipping or Topping

For ZWT #6. I got this recipe from Egyptdailynews.com site. It says that it is used for dipping bread after first dipping it in olive oil. I think it would make an interesting topping for various breads...

Author: Pesto lover

Balah el Sham (Egyptian Choux Pastry)

This is one of my favorite Egyptian desserts that my mom used to make while we were growing up. Serve hot or cooled.

Author: UnboundedPassion

Hawawshi

Egyptian pita pockets. After cooking, consider adding lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, or jalapeno/serrano peppers into the pita pockets as well.

Author: Gevans

Dukkah

A tasty Egyptian spice dip, goes well with hard boiled, peeled quails eggs or bread dipped in olive oil as a canape with drinks.

Author: English_Rose

Egyptian Spiced Prawns

A delicious blend of flavors, these prawns are not spicy hot, as my toddler was able to eat them just fine. The cumin really stands out in this dish but not overpoweringly. I found the original version...

Author: Tinkerbell

The Most Famous Food in Egypt is "Mahshi"

Make and share this The Most Famous Food in Egypt is "Mahshi" recipe from Food.com.

Author: Rocia E.

Om Ali

This is a delsious and traditional egyptian dessert. Served in Ramadan and in the winters. Top off your portion with your choice of nuts, coconut, cream or milk.

Author: Mayas Mama

Egyptian Toasted Pine Nut Couscous With Garlic Shrimp

Make and share this Egyptian Toasted Pine Nut Couscous With Garlic Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Author: Annacia

Creamy Seafood Soup

Make and share this Creamy Seafood Soup recipe from Food.com.

Author: Heba Maher

Exotic Nile River Split Pea Soup

With the exotic flavor of cumin and ginger, you will be loving this taste of Africa! Prep time does not include soaking time.

Author: Sharon123

Koshari Deluxe

I've been planning to try this traditional Egyptian vegetarian dish (at least another version of it) for a long time and finally did a few days ago. From Arabian Delights. PS> In US, you'll find fideo...

Author: COOKGIRl

Cousin Pete's Yummiest Dukkah (Nut Dip)

This is a wondeful recipe for Dukkah = an Egyption nut dip that my cousin Pete gave me - eat it with bread dipped in olive oil... don't hesitate to try this, you won't be dissapointed :) Brilliant ice-breaking...

Author: kiwidutch

Dukkah

Dukkah (pronounced 'do -kah') is an Egyptian blend of coarsely ground nuts and spices. Use it in Recipe#304556 or by dipping bread in extra virgin olive oil then into the dukkah. Or use dukkah as a crust...

Author: WiGal

Koushary

I have not tried this side dish yet but I am longing to do so . The recipe was in Sunday Life. Apparently koushary is commonly sold as street food in Egypt and often includes tomato and lentils.

Author: katew

Mediterranean Mujadarra

Make and share this Mediterranean Mujadarra recipe from Food.com.

Author: chef zermane dit ze

Yogurt Tahina Sauce

Make and share this Yogurt Tahina Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Author: Jamilahs_Kitchen

Ghorayebah (Middle Eastern Vegan Cookies)

Ghorayebah is a very popular Arabian cookie served on many occasions and holidays. Those cookies are extremely soft and melt in your mouth. Suitable for vegans, since they are made with shortening.

Author: Sarah

Egyptian Dukka (Dip)

Dip crusty bread first in olive oil, then in Dukka (which originated in Egypt) for an unusual and delicious appetizer.

Author: Olha7397

Egyptian Meatballs

A favorite recipe from my mother-in-law. Serve over couscous with sour cream.

Author: Marie Angel Cat

Egyptian Koshary

This recipe is one of the most famous recipes in Egypt. It's a traditional food that is delicious and savory.

Author: suzan.s

Magpie's Easy Falafel Cakes

For those of us meat-a-tarians at a loss for what to feed our vegan and vegetarian friends, this recipe works really well. Serve the falafel cakes in pocket pita with fresh sliced vegetables and cucumber...

Author: The Magpie

Dukkah

An amazing spice and nut mixture that can be sprinkled on salads or pasta dishes, mixed with olive oil and brushed on pita or pizza dough, or coated on chicken or fish and then grilled. You can also take...

Author: Miraklegirl

Duqqah

A delicious, nutty Egyptian appetizer. It is traditionally eaten with bread dipped in olive oil, then dipped in the Duqqah.

Author: Habibi