How to make Bessara – Egyptian food

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Bessara is one of the traditional Egyptian dishes characterized by creamy dip and flavors from fava beans and fresh green herbs. Most people layer Bessara with fresh garlic, ground coriander, and cumin. You can garnish Bessara with crispy onions and toasted almonds. Here is the list of ingredients and the step-by-step procedure to make Bessara at your home. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One pound or 16 ounces of fava beans
  • Ten tablespoons of olive oil
  • One cup of sliced yellow onion
  • Three tablespoons of chopped garlic
  • One or two teaspoons of ground coriander
  • One teaspoon of ground cumin
  • One cup of chopped cilantro
  • One cup of fresh parsley
  • A half cup of chopped dill
  • ¾ cup of water
  • One tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
  • One or two teaspoons of salt
  • ¼ cup of sliced and toasted almonds

Instructions

  1. Add some salt to the water and add it to the pot
  2. Bring the pot to a boil
  3. Now add fava beans to the pot and simmer for two minutes
  4. Drain well and set aside to cool
  5. Remove beans from pods and set aside
  6. Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet
  7. Add onion to the skillet and stir until it is golden brown
  8. Now heat four tablespoons of olive in a clean skillet
  9. Heat the olive oil and add green onion, garlic, cumin, and coriander
  10. Cook for at least 2-3 minutes
  11. Now add fava beans and cook for 5-10 minutes
  12. Remove from heat and set aside to cool
  13. Transfer fava bean mixture to the blender
  14. Add parsley, cilantro, water, dill, lemon juice, and salt
  15. Blend these ingredients and transfer them to the serving bowl
  16. Use toasted almonds for topping
  17. Service with pita wedges
  18. Enjoy!

How to make Mahshi – Egyptian Food

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Mahshi is a delicious Egyptian platter available in almost all restaurants. It is one of the favorite dishes of Egyptian people in Ramadan, allowing families and friends to gather for iftar and enjoy the delicious Mahshi. Let us list the ingredients and discuss the procedure to make Mahshi. Read on!

Ingredients

You will need the following ingredients to make a rice mixture

  • Three tablespoons of olive oil
  • One medium yellow onion
  • Two tablespoons of tomato paste
  • One can or 16 ounces of tomato sauce
  • Two cups of short grain rice
  • One cup of fresh parsley
  • A half cup of fresh cilantro
  • 1/3 cup of fresh dill
  • One tablespoon of dry mint
  • A half teaspoon of ground black pepper
  • A half teaspoon of salt

For cooking liquid, you will need the following ingredients

  • Two or three cups of hot water or stock
  • One bouillon cube
  • One teaspoon of tomato paste

Instructions

  1. Use a large-sized pot for heating oil and onions for 2-3 minutes
  2. Add tomato paste and sauce to the pot and stir appropriately
  3. Add rice, spices, and herbs once the paste starts bubbling
  4. Cook for at least 2-3 minutes
  5. Turn off the heat and set aside the mixture to cool down
  6. Wash the vegetables with clean water
  7. Now stuff the vegetables with the rice mixture
  8. Rice will expand after cooking
  9. Arrange the stems, herbs, tomato slices, lemon slices, and onion slices
  10. Arrange the stuffed vegetables in the pot
  11. Dissolve tomato paste and bouillon in the hot water
  12. Pour the mixture into the pot and cook the liquid halfway
  13. Place the pot on medium-high heat for a few minutes
  14. Now reduce the heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes to cook veggies
  15. Set aside to cool down and serve the dish to your family or friends

How to make Feteer Meshaltet – Egyptian food

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Feteer Meshaltet is delicious Egyptian food characterized by multiple layers of dough with loads of butter and ghee sandwiched between the dough. It is one of the most famous pastries in Egypt and the Middle East. The best thing about Feteer is that it requires simple ingredients. So, you can easily make Feteer Meshaltet at home. Read on!

Ingredients

  • Four cups of all-purpose flour
  • One or two cups of tap water
  • ¼ teaspoon of salt
  • One cup of unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup of ghee or oil

Instructions

  1. Combine the flour and salt
  2. Add one cup of water and knead the flour
  3. Set aside the dough for ten minutes
  4. Make six to eight balls
  5. Heat ghee or butter and pout it into a bowl
  6. Apply the warm butter to the dough balls
  7. Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes
  8. Preheat your oven to 550 degrees Fahrenheit
  9. Fold the dough and add the butter mixture in between it
  10. Set aside the ball and make the next one
  11. Place the ball on a 10-inch pie or baking dish
  12. Make sure it is side down
  13. Use butter to top the balls
  14. Place the balls in the oven for 10-15 minutes
  15. Once the Feteer starts to puff, turn it upside down
  16. Add a small amount of butter on top and cover for a few minutes
  17. The purpose is to avoid it from getting dry
  18. Serve your family or friends and enjoy

How to make Mahalabia – Egyptian Dessert

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Egyptian desserts are the most authentic and delicious sweet treats in Arabic cuisine. These delicacies are an integral part of the thousand-year culture, and most of the dishes have origins dating back to ancient Egypt.

Today’s article will list the ingredients and procedures to make an Egyptian dessert. We will instruct you to make the most popular dessert in Egypt, the Mahalabia. You will love the deliciousness of milk and heavy cream. Read on!

Ingredients

  • Two cups of milk
  • One cup of heavy cream
  • Two teaspoons of vanilla sugar
  • Three tablespoons of white sugar
  • Four teaspoons of cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Mix milk, sugar, cream, cornstarch, and vanilla sugar in a saucepan
  2. Whisk these ingredients to create a good mixture
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook over medium heat
  4. Continue cooking for 15-20 minutes until it has a thick texture
  5. Remove the dessert from the heat
  6. Pour pudding into bowls and set aside to cool at room temperature
  7. Once cooled, you can refrigerate the dessert for one hour
  8. Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve it to your family or friends

How to make Mulukhiyah – Egyptian Recipes

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Mulukhiyah is one of the most delicious dishes in Egypt and the Middle East. It has a rich history because this dish originated in Egypt during the Pharaohs’ time. Mulukhiyah looks like mint and has a taste similar to spinach. Let us delve into the list of ingredients and the step-by-step procedure to make Mulukhiyah. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One whole chicken cut into four pieces
  • One onion cut into four wedges
  • Three to four cardamom pods
  • One or two liters of water
  • Six cups of freshly cut Mulukhiyah leaves
  • Eight to ten crushed garlic cloves
  • Two tablespoons of olive oil
  • One teaspoon of allspice
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Use a medium or large pot to place the chicken
  2. Add cardamom pods and onion wedges to the pot
  3. Bring the pot to a boil and cook over medium heat
  4. Reduce the heat to ensure simmering
  5. After cooking the chicken, take it out and set it aside for a few minutes
  6. Cut the chicken into pieces and remove the bones
  7. Set aside the cut chicken and place it back over the stock
  8. You can toss cardamom pods and onions at this stage
  9. Next, add Mulukhiyah over the chicken and stock
  10. Stir the ingredients well and cook on a high heat
  11. Reduce the heat to medium-low once it starts boiling
  12. Set aside the simmered mixture for 30 minutes
  13. Add salt and allspices at this point
  14. Use a skillet to place ghee or olive oil
  15. Add crushed garlic to the olive oil and cook for a few minutes
  16. Add this mixture to Mulukhiyah and stir appropriately
  17. Add a little more soup or broth if you want to make Mulukhiyah soupier
  18. Serve the delicious dish with rice and lemon juice on the side

How to make Shawarma – Egyptian Recipes

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Egyptian people enjoy juicer, tenderer, and well-seasoned meat to satisfy their taste buds. Shawarma is one of the most delicious and real treats to enjoy in Egypt. You can eat Shawarma for lunch, dinner, or late-night snacks. However, if you want to make Shawarma at home, you can follow this simple, step-by-step procedure. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One found of flank steak
    • Cut the steak into strips
  • 200 grams of yogurt
  • Two large red onions
    • Finely chop the onions
  • Four tablespoons of white vinegar
  • A half teaspoon of ground black pepper
  • A half teaspoon of salt
  • Two tablespoons of olive oil
  • One green bell pepper
  • Two diced tomatoes
  • A half cup of chopped parsley
  • Egyptian tahini sauce
  • Petit pan bread

Instructions

  1. Start the process by mixing the minced onion, yogurt, and vinegar
  2. Once mixed, apply the mixture to the steak
  3. Refrigerate the steak for 30 minutes
  4. Use a large skillet and heat oil over medium heat
  5. Add the mix and cook
  6. Stir the mixture for at least five minutes
  7. Add the sliced green pepper and stir again to combine
  8. Cover the skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes
  9. Remove the cover and add tomatoes to the skillet
  10. Cover and cook for another five minutes
  11. Stir in the parsley and the mixture to combine for 2-3 minutes
  12. Remove from heat and make the sandwiches
  13. Apply a layer of tahini sauce and add Shawarma to the sandwich
  14. Serve with Egyptian tahini sauce or tomato salad

How to make Koshari – Egyptian Recipes

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The Egyptian Koshari is a vegetarian and healthy dish. Although it requires more ingredients than other vegetarian dishes, it is mouthwatering and enjoyed throughout Egypt and other Middle Eastern countries. Let us discuss how to make this dish in your home. Read on!

Ingredients

  • Two large onions
  • Three garlic
  • Four tomatoes
  • One pinch of sweet paprika
  • One tablespoon of vinegar
  • 100 grams of rice
  • 80 gr of noodles
  • 100 g of chickpeas
  • 100 grams of lentils
  • One chili pepper
  • Salt
  • Olive oil
  • Crispy fried onion

Instructions

  1. Start this delicious Koshari by preparing the vegetable base
  2. Peel and cut the garlic and onion very finely
  3. Make sure the ingredients melt into a sauce with incredible flavors
  4. Sauté the garlic and onion with a bit of oil
  5. Let them cook for a few minutes
  6. Put salt, paprika, and a splash of vinegar
  7. Now, cook the noodles separately
  8. Cook the dish with chickpeas and lentils
  9. Put the rice, the noodles, and the legumes into the sauce
  10. Remove from heat and serve hot.
  11. Serve it with fried onion
  12. Enjoy the delicious food

How to make Tamiya – Egyptian Recipes

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Tamiya is one of the most common breakfast food items in Egypt and nearby countries. It is a healthy food because it contains proteins, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from chickpeas, onion, garlic, cloves, fava beans, and coriander. Let us now discuss how you can make a Tamiya dish at home. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One pound or three cups of dried fava beans
  • Six to eight minced scallions
  • Three to five crushed garlic cloves
  • ¼ cup of fresh parsley or chopped cilantro
  • One teaspoon of ground cumin
  • One teaspoon of baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon of cayenne
  • Two teaspoons of salt
  • One teaspoon of coriander
  • All-purpose flour for coating
  • Ground pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Soak the fava beans in water and leave overnight
  2. Grind the beans in a meat grinder or food mill to make a paste
  3. Add garlic, scallions, cilantro, baking powder, cumin, cayenne, salt, coriander, and pepper
  4. Refrigerate these ingredients for 30 minutes
  5. Now shape the bean mixture into balls
  6. Make sure the ball size is no more than one inch
  7. Coat each bean with flour
  8. Heat a half inch of oil over 365 degrees Fahrenheit
  9. Fry the balls/patties in batches until they have a golden brown color
  10. Frying for 5-7 minutes is appropriate
  11. Serve as pita bread with tahini sauce or tomato-cucumber salad
  12. Enjoy the delicious Tamiya with your family and friends

How to cook Ful Medames – Egyptian Recipes

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Ful Medames is one of the most delicious, hearty, filling, and enjoyable Egyptian food. However, people enjoy this dish in the morning throughout the Middle East. In addition to the delectable flavors, Ful Medames is a rich source of proteins, fibers, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Let us discuss the step-by-step procedure to make Ful Medames. Read on!

Ingredients

  • 400 grams of fava or broad beans
  • One small onion (finely chop it)
  • Two crushed garlic cloves
  • 100 ml of olive oil
  • Two teaspoons of ground cumin
  • One teaspoon of chili flakes
  • Two large ripe tomatoes
  • A half lemon
  • Two tablespoons of tahini

Instructions

  1. Wash the beans and put them into a saucepan
  2. Bring the saucepan to the boil
  3. Fry the garlic and onion in a separate frying pan
  4. The frying process is about five minutes
  5. Now add some more olive oil to the frying pan
  6. Add a teaspoon of sea salt flakes, chili flakes, cumin, and tomatoes
  7. Cook over low heat for 25-30 minutes
  8. Next, mash the beans with olive oil, tahini, and lemon juice
  9. Focus on the consistency of the mashed ingredients
  10. Mix in a drop of cool water, if the mixture splits