Rice gently cooked with milk and a touch of salt, savory and soothing rather than sweet. 1)
Fava beans dressed with oil, lemon, cumin, and fresh herbs, often eaten at room temperature. 2)
Molokhia soup made with chicken stock, lighter and more herbal than meat-based versions. 3)
Flaky layered pastry served warm with cheese, molasses, or vegetables. 4)
Okra stew cooked gently with tomato and garlic, thinner and vegetable-forward. 5)
Sun-leavened bread baked in village ovens with a soft interior and mild aroma. 6)
Fresh white cheese served with parsley, onions, olives, and bread as a complete meal. 7)
Fragrant rice dish highlighting fresh green herbs from local farms. 8)
Eggplant filled with rice and herbs, lightly seasoned and baked. 9)
Thick, warming soup combining grains and legumes for a filling meal. 10)
Rice enriched with clarified butter and caramelized onions, rustic and satisfying. 11)
Mildly fermented vegetables with gentle tang, served as side dishes. 12)
Simple rural dessert pairing local dates with fresh milk. 13)
Warm semolina cooked with milk and sugar, served for breakfast or dessert. 14)
Sweet-savory combination of black molasses, bread, and white cheese. 15)