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Iraqi Cuisine

Dolma

Dolma consists of stuffed vegetables, typically grape leaves or bell peppers, filled with a mixture of rice, meat (usually lamb or beef), and spices. 1)

Kubba

Kubba is a popular dish in Iraq, often served as an appetizer. It's made from a mixture of ground meat, bulgur wheat, and spices, shaped into balls or patties and deep-fried. 2)

Masgouf

Masgouf is a traditional Iraqi fish dish, usually prepared with carp. The fish is seasoned with olive oil, tamarind, and spices and grilled on an open flame. 3)

Tashreeb

Tashreeb is a dish made from torn pieces of flatbread soaked in a flavorful stew, often featuring lamb or chicken and vegetables. 4)

Quzi

Quzi is a festive Iraqi dish typically served during special occasions. It involves roasted lamb or chicken served on a bed of rice with a mixture of nuts and spices. 5)

Biryani

Iraqi biryani is a spiced rice dish often made with chicken, lamb, or beef, along with fragrant spices and herbs. 6)

Bamia

Bamia is a stew made from okra cooked with meat (usually lamb or beef), tomatoes, and spices, often served with rice. 7)

Gullash

Iraqi gullash is a rich stew made with tender chunks of meat, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of spices, often served with rice or bread. 8)

Jameed

Jameed is a traditional fermented dried yogurt used in Iraqi cuisine to make dishes like mansaf, a classic rice and lamb dish. 9)

Pacha

Pacha is a traditional Iraqi dish made from the head and trotters of sheep, often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast dish. 10)

Harees

Harees is a dish made from ground wheat and meat, often chicken or lamb. It's slow-cooked until it reaches a porridge-like consistency. 11)

Gers Ogaily

Gers ogaily is an Iraqi dessert made from semolina, sugar, and rosewater, often garnished with nuts or powdered sugar. 12)

Kleicha

Kleicha are Iraqi date-filled cookies, often made with a variety of shapes and flavored with cardamom and sesame seeds. 13)

Kahi

Kahi is a type of sweet bread or biscuit often enjoyed with tea or coffee. It's typically flavored with anise or sesame seeds. 14)

Dibis with Bread

Dibis is a date syrup commonly served with flatbread. It's a simple but delicious snack or breakfast item. 15)