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
Add some salt to the water and add it to the pot
Bring the pot to a boil
Now add fava beans to the pot and simmer for two minutes
Drain well and set aside to cool
Remove beans from pods and set aside
Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet
Add onion to the skillet and stir until it is golden brown
Now heat four tablespoons of olive in a clean skillet
Heat the olive oil and add green onion, garlic, cumin, and coriander
Cook for at least 2-3 minutes
Now add fava beans and cook for 5-10 minutes
Remove from heat and set aside to cool
Transfer fava bean mixture to the blender
Add parsley, cilantro, water, dill, lemon juice, and salt
Blend these ingredients and transfer them to the serving bowl
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
Use a large-sized pot for heating oil and onions for 2-3 minutes
Add tomato paste and sauce to the pot and stir appropriately
Add rice, spices, and herbs once the paste starts bubbling
Cook for at least 2-3 minutes
Turn off the heat and set aside the mixture to cool down
Wash the vegetables with clean water
Now stuff the vegetables with the rice mixture
Rice will expand after cooking
Arrange the stems, herbs, tomato slices, lemon slices, and onion slices
Arrange the stuffed vegetables in the pot
Dissolve tomato paste and bouillon in the hot water
Pour the mixture into the pot and cook the liquid halfway
Place the pot on medium-high heat for a few minutes
Now reduce the heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes to cook veggies
Set aside to cool down and serve the dish to your family or friends
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
Combine the flour and salt
Add one cup of water and knead the flour
Set aside the dough for ten minutes
Make six to eight balls
Heat ghee or butter and pout it into a bowl
Apply the warm butter to the dough balls
Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes
Preheat your oven to 550 degrees Fahrenheit
Fold the dough and add the butter mixture in between it
Set aside the ball and make the next one
Place the ball on a 10-inch pie or baking dish
Make sure it is side down
Use butter to top the balls
Place the balls in the oven for 10-15 minutes
Once the Feteer starts to puff, turn it upside down
Add a small amount of butter on top and cover for a few minutes
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
Mix milk, sugar, cream, cornstarch, and vanilla sugar in a saucepan
Whisk these ingredients to create a good mixture
Bring the mixture to a boil and cook over medium heat
Continue cooking for 15-20 minutes until it has a thick texture
Remove the dessert from the heat
Pour pudding into bowls and set aside to cool at room temperature
Once cooled, you can refrigerate the dessert for one hour
Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve it to your family or friends
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
Use a medium or large pot to place the chicken
Add cardamom pods and onion wedges to the pot
Bring the pot to a boil and cook over medium heat
Reduce the heat to ensure simmering
After cooking the chicken, take it out and set it aside for a few minutes
Cut the chicken into pieces and remove the bones
Set aside the cut chicken and place it back over the stock
You can toss cardamom pods and onions at this stage
Next, add Mulukhiyah over the chicken and stock
Stir the ingredients well and cook on a high heat
Reduce the heat to medium-low once it starts boiling
Set aside the simmered mixture for 30 minutes
Add salt and allspices at this point
Use a skillet to place ghee or olive oil
Add crushed garlic to the olive oil and cook for a few minutes
Add this mixture to Mulukhiyah and stir appropriately
Add a little more soup or broth if you want to make Mulukhiyah soupier
Serve the delicious dish with rice and lemon juice on the side
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
Start the process by mixing the minced onion, yogurt, and vinegar
Once mixed, apply the mixture to the steak
Refrigerate the steak for 30 minutes
Use a large skillet and heat oil over medium heat
Add the mix and cook
Stir the mixture for at least five minutes
Add the sliced green pepper and stir again to combine
Cover the skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes
Remove the cover and add tomatoes to the skillet
Cover and cook for another five minutes
Stir in the parsley and the mixture to combine for 2-3 minutes
Remove from heat and make the sandwiches
Apply a layer of tahini sauce and add Shawarma to the sandwich
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
Start this delicious Koshari by preparing the vegetable base
Peel and cut the garlic and onion very finely
Make sure the ingredients melt into a sauce with incredible flavors
Sauté the garlic and onion with a bit of oil
Let them cook for a few minutes
Put salt, paprika, and a splash of vinegar
Now, cook the noodles separately
Cook the dish with chickpeas and lentils
Put the rice, the noodles, and the legumes into the sauce
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
Soak the fava beans in water and leave overnight
Grind the beans in a meat grinder or food mill to make a paste
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
Wash the beans and put them into a saucepan
Bring the saucepan to the boil
Fry the garlic and onion in a separate frying pan
The frying process is about five minutes
Now add some more olive oil to the frying pan
Add a teaspoon of sea salt flakes, chili flakes, cumin, and tomatoes
Cook over low heat for 25-30 minutes
Next, mash the beans with olive oil, tahini, and lemon juice
Focus on the consistency of the mashed ingredients
Mix in a drop of cool water, if the mixture splits
