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Almond Dukkah

Submitted by: Almond Board of California

A spicy, crumbly seasoning mix made from sesame seeds, coriander, cumin, and almonds makes a tasty flavoring for pita bread. Dip the bread in olive oil, then into the almond dukkah to serve.

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Dukkah

Submitted by: rosichops

Living In: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

An Egyptian spice blend that is wonderful. The more you eat it the more addictive it becomes. Serve with toasted crusty bread (Turkish bread is great for this), and olive oil. Dip bread into olive oil, then into the hazelnut mixture and enjoy this unique and addictive mix.

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Egyptian Feta Cheese Omelet Roll

Submitted by: Wessam Zaki

This omelet is juicy with this cheese - everyone that tried it, loved it, and they never expected it to turn out this good.

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Egyptian Koshari

Submitted by: greeness024

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 texture.

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Egyptian Koshary

Submitted by: suzan.s

Rice, lentils, macaroni, browned onions, and tomato sauce are prepared separately, then spooned in layers on servings plates in this traditional Egyptian vegetarian meal.

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Egyptian Lentil Soup

Submitted by: daloola007

Home Town: Cairo, Al-Qahirah, Egypt

Living In: Houston, Texas, USA

This aromatic and hearty lentil soup is spiced with cumin and coriander for a light, yet filling meal.

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Egyptian Rose Leaves

Submitted by: J. Storm

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 double the amount.

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Fava Bean Breakfast Spread

Submitted by: Beverly Estes

A deliciously seasoned fava bean, onion, and tomato dip recipe! Traditionally served with pita bread for breakfast in Egypt.

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Fava Beans in Tahini Sauce

Submitted by: MYSTICALRIVER

Living In: Seattle, Washington, USA

Fava beans are cooked with onions and garlic in a thick tahini sauce. You can stuff this mixture into a pita, add a dollop of plain yogurt, and enjoy!

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Fried Katayef (Egyptian Dessert)

Submitted by: Mohamed El Refaee

Living In: Giza, Al-Jizah, Egypt

These deep-fried Egyptian treats are stuffed with ricotta cheese and dipped in a lemon-flavored simple syrup.

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Kofta

Submitted by: DOSTANDEN

Living In: Madrid, Madrid, Spain

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.

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Koshary

Submitted by: nooney

Living In: Corpus Christi, Texas, USA

Egypt's favorite street food is a mixture of lentils, rice, and pasta served with a variety of toppings and condiments.

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Magpie's Easy Falafel Cakes

Submitted by: The Magpie

Home Town: Birmingham, Michigan, USA

Living In: Callaway, Virginia, USA

Falafel originated in Egypt and is popular across the Middle East. Seasoned and pureed garbanzo beans are formed into cakes and fried, then placed on a salad or in a pita sandwich with fresh sliced vegetables and cucumber sauce or tahini. This is sure to become a family favorite!

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Om Ali

Submitted by: NANCY GIRGIS

Cooked pieces of puff pastry are combined with nuts, raisins and coconut, covered in hot sweetened milk and cream and placed under the broiler in this hot Egyptian dessert you can eat with a spoon.

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Umm Ali

Submitted by: Mama & her Girls

Home Town: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Living In: Khobar, Ash Sharqiyah, Saudi Arabia

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.