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Sim Sim Bamya

Sim Sim Bamya is a hearty dish featuring okra and ground beef, flavored with rich Middle Eastern spices and herbs, making it perfect for a cozy family dinner.

🇸🇸 South Sudan$$

Istanbul Künefe

Istanbul Künefe is a tantalizing Middle Eastern dessert made with layers of crispy kadayif dough, buttery and oozing with a lightly sweetened kunefe cheese, then soaked in lemon-infused sugar syrup and sprinkled with crunchy pistachios, offering a burst of texture and flavor in every bite.

🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkey$$

Mabna Al-Khadā

Mabna Al-Khadā is a traditional Middle Eastern dish featuring tender lamb cooked with basmati rice and a blend of aromatic spices, enriched with saffron and a hint of yogurt for added richness.

🇸🇩 Sudan$$$

Saharan Oasis

Saharan Oasis is a vibrant and aromatic dish featuring tender chicken breast over fluffy couscous, accented with sweet apricots, crunchy almonds, and refreshing mint, balancing savory spices and a hint of citrus.

🇪🇭 Western Sahara$$

Malfouf Ghabra

Malfouf Ghabra is a traditional Middle Eastern dish made of tender cabbage leaves stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice, ground beef, and spices, simmered in a savory tomato sauce with hints of lemon and parsley.

🇯🇴 Jordan$

Shakshuka Pie

A Middle Eastern-inspired breakfast delight, Shakshuka Pie combines the savory flavors of tomatoes and spices, baked with eggs atop a flaky puff pastry crust.

🇮🇱 Israel$$

Doha Fruit Oasis

Doha Fruit Oasis is a delightful Middle Eastern-inspired fruit salad featuring a blend of dates, figs, and pomegranates with a fragrant touch of honey, rosewater, and spices, topped with crunchy nuts and mint.

🇶🇦 Qatar$$

Bahraini Basbousa

Bahraini Basbousa is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert made from semolina, sugar, and butter, infused with the delicate flavors of rose water and lemon. It's a sweet, rich treat perfect for special occasions or festive gatherings.

🇧🇭 Bahrain$$

Ankara Breeze Baklava

Ankara Breeze Baklava is a delightful, aromatic twist on the traditional baklava, featuring a rich combination of walnuts, pistachios, and a fragrant blend of citrus and spices that transport your senses to the vibrant streets of Ankara.

🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkey$$

Tamiya Fi Kusa

Tamiya Fi Kusa is an Egyptian-style falafel made from fava beans, seasoned with fresh herbs and spices, then deep-fried to crispy perfection. This savory dish is perfect for a light meal or appetizer and is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine.

🇸🇩 Sudan$

I've been...

Sim Sim Bamya

Istanbul Künefe

Mabna Al-Khadā

Saharan Oasis

Malfouf Ghabra

Shakshuka Pie

Doha Fruit Oasis

Bahraini Basbousa

Ankara Breeze Baklava

Tamiya Fi Kusa

I've been...

Sim Sim Bamya

Istanbul Künefe

Mabna Al-Khadā

Saharan Oasis

Malfouf Ghabra

Shakshuka Pie

Doha Fruit Oasis

Bahraini Basbousa

Ankara Breeze Baklava

Tamiya Fi Kusa