Fisherman’s rice cooked in caramelized onion broth, served with fried or grilled fish; dark, savory, and deeply coastal. ¹⁾

Whole fish grilled with garlic, cumin, coriander, and lemon—simple yet intensely aromatic. ²⁾

Shrimp baked or sautéed with garlic, chili, tomatoes, and olive oil; bold and unmistakably Mediterranean. ³⁾

Spicy sautéed liver with garlic, cumin, and hot peppers—famous street food with fiery character. ⁴⁾

Layered pastry stuffed with seafood, cheese, or spiced greens, reflecting Ottoman culinary roots. ⁵⁾

Lightly floured fish fried crisp, often served with tahini sauce and pickled vegetables. ⁶⁾

Rice baked together with fish and spices, allowing flavors to meld into a single aromatic dish. ⁷⁾

Squid stuffed with herbed rice or seafood mixture, braised gently in tomato sauce. ⁸⁾

Chickpeas simmered with garlic, cumin, tomatoes, and chili—rustic and warming. ⁹⁾

Fish baked in clay pots with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices; moist, fragrant, and slow-cooked. ¹⁰⁾

The famous green molokhia soup prepared with fish stock instead of meat, giving it a lighter coastal profile. ¹¹⁾

Thin layered pastry soaked in honey and ghee, often flavored with sesame or nuts. ¹²⁾

Fish roe dip blended with bread, lemon, and oil—introduced through Greek influence. ¹³⁾

Fava beans cooked with cumin, lemon, garlic, and chili, richer and spicier than Cairo versions. ¹⁴⁾

Fried patties made from seasoned fish eggs—crispy outside, creamy inside, and distinctly coastal. ¹⁵⁾